By Staff
December 4th, 2015
BURLINGTON, ON
The Performing Arts Centre has a robust program for the month of December that starts with the annual Christmas concert by the Burlington Concert Band doing the The Magic of Christmas.
Cut and paste the link provided for each event for additional information and ticket purchases.
December 4th, 8:00 PM
Burlington Concert Band: 13th Annual Christmas
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/burlington-concert-band–th…
Burlington Ballet Theatre – The Nutcracker
December 5th. 7:00 PM
BBT, one of the Burlington renowned not-for-profit ballet schools, performs the beloved family Christmas classic The Nutcracker. This fairy tale ballet filled with wonderment and child-like delight has dazzled audiences around the world and is a perfect way to celebrate the festive holiday season. BURLINGTON BALLET THEATRE is the only one NON-PROFIT BALLET organization in Burlington dedicated to bring the arts to the community through the involvement of local children, teens and adults to introduce as many as possible to experience the beauty and artistry of the Ballet world for the past 26 years.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/burlington-ballet-theatre–…
Christmas Pops: Symphony on the Bay
December 6th, 4:00 PM
Join us as we pair with the Mohawk College Community Choir in a celebration of Christmas following the Santa Claus Parade. Enjoy Christmas pops favourites and beloved Christmas Choral Music.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/christmas-pops–symphony-on…
The Nutcracker – Moscow Classical Ballet
December 8th, 7:30 PM
December 9th, 2:00 PM
December 9th, 7:30 PM
A magical evening ! Gather your family and friends and together enjoy the timeless holiday tradition of The Nutcracker¸ performed by the Moscow Classical Ballet.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/the-nutcracker–moscow-clas…
Shine On – The Universe of John Lennon
December 11th, 7:30 PM
Shine On: the Universe of John Lennon is a spectacular group made of some of Canada’s most renowned musicians, performing music by John Lennon and The Beatles uniquely arranged by Michael Occhipinti.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/shine-on—the-universe-of-…
Elvis – The Wonderful World of Christmas
December 11th, 8:00 PM
Inspired by music of Elvis Presley, this Yuletide spectacular is hosted by none other than the man himself. Steve Michaels sings the Christmas classics as well as serenading you with the King’s own holiday season favourites. This Christmas Special is a graceland of wonderment, celebrating the most glorious time of the year.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/elvis–wonderful-world-of-c…
Jesse Cook
December 12th, 8:00 PM
With over 1.5 million albums sold worldwide, Jesse Cook is considered one of the most influential figures in “nouveau flamenco.” He is a Juno Award winner, Acoustic Guitar Magazine’s Player’s Choice Award silver winner in the Flamenco Category, and a three-time winner of the Canadian Smooth Jazz Award for Guitarist of the Year.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/jesse-cook_14708.html
John Tom McDermott
December 13th. 2:00 PM
This year, share in the magic of the holiday season with your friends, family, and John McDermott as he performs a collection of heartwarming and memorable songs.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/john-mcdermott_14711.html
Brott Music Festival: Handel’s Messiah
December 16th, 7:30 PM
A must-see Christmas tradition in Burlington! Mark the region’s best Messiah on your calendar!
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/brott-music-festival–hande…
The Tribute
December 19th, 8:00 PM
Summon the Beatles one more time in this thrilling and entertaining tribute performance. Each of the 4 gets his chance to bring the crowd’s unison voice to a roar, bringing his most timeless classics to the stage. From the very first summoning, straight through to the end, this is an experience like no other: one night, four legends, and only you can make it happen. Serious fun – make it happen!
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/4–the-tribute_15343.html
The Celtic Tenors
December 20th, 2:00 PM
The Celtic Tenors have established themselves as the most successful classical crossover artists ever to emerge from Ireland. Daryl, James and Matthew have each been influenced by the musical traditions from their own individual parts of Ireland, but also show great flexibility in melding their voices to suit the appropriate classical, folk, Irish and pop genres.
https://www.burlingtonpac.ca/what-s-on/event_/the-celtic-tenors_14714.html
We are indebted to Jim Riley for this information.
