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Directed and co-written by renowned Inuk filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk, whose acclaimed film Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner won the Caméra d’Or at Cannes, Uiksaringitara (Wrong Husband) offers a compelling opportunity to experience Inuit storytelling through film.

Come join us as we celebrate our 100th podcast episode! We are a local podcast and business to Aurora. 
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Exchange your unused or gently used art and craft supplies for something new-to-you at our FREE drop-in art supply swap.

Bollywood 101 is a beginner-friendly, high-energy dance program designed especially for individuals who want to explore the vibrant world of Bollywood dance.
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The aim of the intermediate course is to integrate technique into dance. There is a strong focus on connections, transitions, and combined movements. Students learn the ability to layer movements onto each other and execute more than one movement at the same time.
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Join us for a fun and exciting workshop in authentic Egyptian belly dancing. While learning a choreographed dance with beautiful belly dance technique, participants will learn how to execute essential movements of the hips and upper body.
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We're holding our annual viewing of Practical Magic the way it should be watched, on the big screen! Along with shopping, swag, and a little mischief before the movie.
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In this FREE workshop, learn how to use upcycled materials to create a unique collage with artist Alysha Rocca.

The internationally recognized Mela Guitar Quartet brings a rich, multi-layered sound to the stage, showcasing the incredible versatility of the guitar. Known for their technical brilliance and engaging programming, the quartet offers a sophisticated evening of classical mastery.
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FMJ is a group of six talented musicians dedicated to performing the iconic songs of Foreigner & Journey, two of the most legendary rock acts of the 1980’s.
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Dr. Pasha proudly presents the second annual Polished Punchlines Comedy Gala– an evening of laughter with two of Canada’s top headliners in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
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Celebrate Diwali with family and friends at Aurora Town Square! This free, family-friendly celebration is an opportunity to come together, enjoy Indian culture and traditions, and welcome the Festival of Lights.

When Ireland meets Cape Breton on the same stage, something incredible happens. Tulua - four young Irish musicians whose name means "tribe of many paths" - make their Canadian debut on a coast-to-coast tour, immersing audiences in a sound of fiddle, flute, guitar, and piano that is joyful and entirely their own.
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Beatles Classics. Lennon Anthems. One Epic Show.

Experience the music and message of John Lennon in a spectacular live concert that celebrates his greatest songs from The Beatles and his solo years. From Come Together and I Am The Walrus to Imagine and Instant Karma, Lennon.Live faithfully recreates the sound, spirit and storytelling of one of rock’s most iconic artists.
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A full day of hands-on heritage fun! Participants will enjoy a behind the scenes look at the Aurora Museum & Archives and get busy creating their own museum display. Weather permitting participants will enjoy some outdoor time exploring the heritage neighbourhood at Aurora Town Square.

Prepare for a night of sharp wit, big laughs, and storytelling that will stay with you. Martha Chaves is one of the most recognizable and beloved figures on the Canadian comedy circuit - a performer whose razor-sharp wit is matched only by her remarkable ability to connect with an audience.
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An intimate afternoon of elegance, warmth, and exceptional artistry awaits with two of Canada’s most distinguished musicians: acclaimed flutist Suzanne Shulman, and internationally celebrated harpist Erica Goodman. Together, Shulman and Goodman create a musical partnership of extraordinary refinement and expressive beauty.
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Strange Advance returns with the electrifying new‑wave energy that made them Canadian icons.

Experience the soaring synths, unforgettable hits like “We Run,” and the high‑voltage showmanship that has thrilled fans for decades. A rare chance to see a legendary band back at full power—don’t miss it.
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Join the Aurora Museum & Archives for an informal, insider’s view of your community museum! Participants will experience a guided tour of the exhibition and collection spaces followed by an Ask Me Anything session with the Museum team.

Bring the whole family for a warm, soulful, and joyful seasonal celebration with folk legend Ken Whiteley. One of the most cherished figures in Canadian folk and roots music, Whiteley is famous as the producer behind Raffi - helping shape generations of Canadian childhoods - and a beloved collaborator with The Original Sloth Band. 
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Add a touch of elegance to your holidays with the enchanting Emilie-Claire Barlow. One of the most respected and distinctive voices in Canadian jazz, Barlow is a singer, arranger, and producer whose 25-year international career spans fifteen acclaimed albums, a Félix and two JUNO Awards, and over 500 million streams worldwide - with performances from Tokyo's Cotton Club to New York's Birdland.
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Blue Suede – A Celebration of the Music of Elvis: Christmas Special. Celebrate the season with Blue Suede and their spectacular 12-piece live band for a special Christmas performance!
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Experience a masterful fusion of jazz and pop as multi-award-winning vocalist and CBC host Laila Biali returns to the Aurora Cultural Centre. In this brand-new tribute project, Biali reimagines the legendary works of Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, and Neil Young.
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Relive the timeless sounds of Simon & Garfunkel with one of Canada’s most accomplished pianists and producers. John Sheard - whose storied career spans recordings with Celine Dion, The Guess Who, Olivia Newton-John, and Art Garfunkel himself - leads a full fivepiece band through the iconic songs that defined a generation: The Sound of Silence, Bridge over Troubled Water, Mrs. Robinson, and more.
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In the hands of Beverley Johnston, percussion evolves into something far beyond rhythm. An Officer of the Order of Canada, inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame in 2024 and honoured with the 2025 Oskar Morawetz Award - joining past recipients Angela Hewitt, Russell Braun, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin - Johnston is celebrated worldwide as one of the great percussionists of her generation.
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Take Me Home: Celebrating John Denver & Glen Campbell is a concert celebration of two legendary voices who shaped the sound of country and pop music.
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Experience the raw power of the "High Priestess of Soul" through the extraordinary voice of Alana Bridgewater. Born in Newmarket and celebrated across stage and screen - as Killer Queen in Mirvish's We Will Rock You, in Soulpepper's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at New York's Signature Center, and as Mr. King Dice in the hit video game Cuphead - Bridgewater channels Nina Simone's spirit with a voice and presence equal to the task.
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Join us as we kick off the Aurora Winter Blues Festival with one of the most electrifying voices in Canadian music. Crystal Shawanda - JUNO Award winner and former country star turned blues powerhouse - brings her soulful, artistry to Aurora. Joining her is Brock Stonefish, Delaware Nation luthier and winner of the 2023 Toronto Blues Society Talent Search. Together, they celebrate Indigenous roots and the deep, shared soul of the blues.
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Aurora Winter Blues Festival
A powerful giant in performance, Matt leaves it all on stage in an incredible display of energy, songcraft and guitar prowess. Audiences are left breathless from his full tilt blues roots renditions of original material. 
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Step into a new dimension of the blues with the fiery Dawn Tyler Watson. A 2020 JUNO Award winner for Blues Album of the Year, first-place champion at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, and winner of over a dozen Maple Blues Awards and Quebec Lys Blues Awards, Watson is one of the most decorated blues artists in Canada.
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Settle in for a soulful afternoon with acclaimed pianist, former CBC broadcaster, and Culchahworks artistic director Andrew Craig. A specialist in original Canadian theatre and Black history, Craig has spent years developing work that explores the rich and often untold stories of Black culture and experience in Canada.
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Terra Lightfoot has spent years earning a reputation as one of Canada’s finest live performers - a touring rock songwriter with JUNO nominations, Polaris long-list nods, and a loyal following built one show at a time.
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Close out the Blues Festival with a joyful, uplifting celebration where gospel and the blues meet in their most powerful form. Lance Anderson - “piano and organ genius” and a beloved Mariposa Folk Festival fixture - leads a spectacular ensemble featuring powerful vocalists Quisha Wint and Cheryl Luscom. 
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A star is rising, and the world is listening. In a whirlwind of international acclaim, Canadian pianist Jaeden Izik-Dzurko has surged onto the global stage, claiming top honours at some of the world's most prestigious piano competitions, including Leeds, Montreal, Santander, Hilton Head, and Maria Canals.
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Step right up. In a miniature circus space, a poetic clown takes you on a delightful journey filled with magic, acrobatics, daring, and music. He tames a “wild” plastic bag. He balances on musical notes. 
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Prepare for a night of laughter with the incomparable Martha Chaves. Known for her razorsharp wit and engaging storytelling, Martha is a powerhouse of the Canadian comedy scene. Leading her themed “March of Dames” showcase, she brings together some of the funniest women in comedy today for an evening that is as sharp as it is joyful. Her ability to connect with an audience is second to none.
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Travel to the heart of Cameroon with one of Canada's most beloved world music ambassadors. Born in the village of Bazou, Njacko Backo spent 11 years performing across West Africa and Europe before settling in Canada in 1989, and has since become one of the country's most recognized world music performers and educators..
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Experience the majesty of the operatic voice in an intimate setting. Russell Braun is one of the most sought-after baritones of his generation - a JUNO Award winner and leading artist at the world's great opera houses, from the Met to Glyndebourne - whose combination of vocal beauty, intelligence, and communicative warmth has made him a favourite on recital stages around the world. 
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Celebrate the joy of music and family with Rebekah and Drew - two renowned classical instrumentalists from Payadora and Schmaltz & Pepper who bring their three daughters to the stage for a unique and deeply personal family project.
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Get ready for a night of female-led folk music that will have you on your feet. Winners of the 2025 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best New/Emerging Artist, Maggie's Wake masterfully weave Celtic reels, Cajun twin fiddles, classic country, and world rhythms into a sound that is both traditional and strikingly original.
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The Bowie Lives is excited to perform in Aurora for the first time! OutShout Entertainment present The Bowie Lives Saturday May 8, 2027. The Bowie Lives is a spectacular tribute to the music and artistry of David Bowie, led by acclaimed Canadian performer Michael Bell.
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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Musical Tapas - a vibrant afternoon featuring four of Canada’s finest musicians. JUNO Award winner and Officer of the Order of Canada James Campbell, hailed by the Toronto Star as “Canada’s pre-eminent clarinetist,” is joined by cellist Cameron Crozman, pianist Meagan Milatz, and guitarist Graham Campbell for a programme of light classical elegance, Brazilian rhythms, and Paris Hot Club jazz. Beethoven and Ravel, Bach and de Falla, Django Reinhardt and more - a true musical journey, served cabaret-style with tea and refreshments.
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Julian Taylor is one of the most compelling and versatile singer-songwriters in Canada. A JUNO-nominated artist of Mohawk and Caribbean descent, he weaves rock, folk, soul, and country together with an emotional honesty entirely his own.
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Hear Bach as he was meant to be heard. The Toronto Bach Festival Orchestra brings together some of Canada’s finest period-performance musicians for a season finale celebrating the incomparable genius of Johann Sebastian Bach, performed on authentic historical instruments with brilliance, vitality, and outstanding artistry.
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