World-class performers and homegrown stars in the spotlight at Shadbolt Centre

Last updated: December 4, 2023

The City of Burnaby is proud to present a season of unforgettable performances with an outstanding winter/spring lineup of 14 different shows running through May at Shadbolt Centre of the Arts, featuring live performances by world-renowned Canadian talent. 

We kick off the season on January 26 with Scottish-born carpenter-turned-songwriter David Francey, a three-time JUNO-winning artist who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers.” 

From February 5-9, Ruby Slippers Theatre presents the Advance Theatre Festival showcasing new works written and directed by woman-identifying and gender non-conforming artists who also identify as BIPOC.

On February 17 and 18, music lovers can enjoy a weekend of jazz featuring world-class performers including vocalist Vanisha Gould, tenor saxophonist Dayna Stephens, pianist and trumpeter Brad Turner and many more during Jazz at the ’Bolt – an annual Burnaby treasure. 

On March 17, WONDERHEADS presents The Wilds. Charming and profoundly touching, this wordless award-winning show features WONDERHEADS’ signature masks, whimsical puppetry and enchanting music, bringing its audiences to both laughter and tears. Pixar meets Miyazaki meets Henson in this extraordinary adventure.

On April 2, The Arts Club on Tour presents Made in Italy a musical about coming of age in 1970s Alberta. Made in Italy is a celebration of music, food and family that’s so delightful you won’t soon fuhgeddaboudit. 

Finally, on May 3, treat yourself to and evening of classic jazz and modern pop with JUNO-winning songstress Emile-Claire Barlow.

For a full list of upcoming performances and to purchase tickets: https://tickets.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.

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