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From the ashes of financial collapse, the K-W Symphony rises
Two years after a devastating financial crisis, the K-W Symphony has been reborn and returns to its performing home, Centre In The Square, for an emotional concert, Luisa D’Amato writes. By Luisa D’Amato, ReporterLuisa D’Amato is a Waterloo Region Record reporter and columnist. She writes on issues affecting day to day life in the area. She can be reached at ldamato@therecord.com. The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony has found its way home. Two years after a devastating financial crisis, the organization has rebuilt and will give a historic performance Thursday at Centre In The Square of Mahler’s Second Symphony, known as the “Resurrection.” […]

🎥 Rocky Horror at 50: How a Cult Classic Took Over the World
Richard O’Brien’s stage musical, The Rocky Horror Show, was a bold, sexually-unabashed parody of sci-fi and B-movies when it debuted. In 1975, it leapt to the big screen as The Rocky Horror Picture Show — but at first, it flopped. Then came the fans. Midnight screenings transformed the movie into one of the most legendary cult classics of all time. With audience participation, costumes, and interactive call-outs, the film became a global phenomenon that has been running continuously for 50 years. In this CBS feature, Tracy Smith sits down with stars Tim Curry and Barry Bostwick, producer Lou Adler, and […]

Centre In The Square unveils a show-stopping 25/26 Presenting Season: From Canadian Legends to Broadway Blockbusters —Plus new funding & partnerships!
Kitchener, ON — Centre In The Square (CITS) is proud to announce an exciting lineup for its 2025/2026 “Centre In The Square Presents” Season, featuring a dynamic mix of live music, dance, theatrical productions, comedy, and culturally rich performances. From iconic rock bands to international stage sensations, the Season is packed with bold, unforgettable experiences for all audiences. Today’s announcements include over 30 new shows to hit the stage of the Raffi Armenian Theatre and the Studio Theatre of Kitchener-Waterloo’s premiere destination for live experiences. New shows will be announced throughout the summer and the fall, so stay tuned for […]

Canada’s First DiGiCo Quantum852 Arrives at Centre In The Square!
We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone: Centre In The Square (CITS) in Kitchener has become the first venue in Canada to permanently install the cutting-edge DiGiCo Quantum 852 audio console for front-of-house sound. Why It Matters “You can’t throw much at the Q852 where it doesn’t go, ‘Yeah, I got you.’” – Jeremy Bernard, Head of Sound, Centre In The Square Our Sound, Elevated At CITS, our commitment to delivering exceptional performance experiences has always been backed by strong partnerships—and this upgrade is no different. With DiGiCo’s responsive updates, GerrAudio’s trusted service, and Aligned Vision Group’s dedication, we’re more […]

The 2025/26 Season Is Here — See What’s Coming to Centre In The Square
The stage is set for an unforgettable 2025/26 season at Centre In The Square. With a bold, wide-ranging lineup of music, theatre, dance, comedy, and cultural experiences, this year’s programming offers something for every kind of arts lover! To celebrate the season launch, The Record recently featured an article highlighting what audiences can look forward to — from iconic Canadian acts and international touring productions to new work by emerging voices in our Studio Theatre. It’s a season designed to entertain, inspire, and bring our community together. Read the full article below to get a closer look at what’s in […]

Centre In The Square Diversifies for Upcoming Season
Centre In The Square’s upcoming season is making headlines! We’re excited to share that our 2025–26 season launch was recently featured in a CTV News article, which highlights the diverse lineup of performances and events coming to our stage. This season, we’re expanding our programming to offer more variety than ever before, with over 30 productions spanning music, comedy, theatre, and family entertainment. The new season is designed to welcome a wider range of audiences and reflect the growing interests of our community. Even as we bid farewell to a longtime staple, we’re committed to ensuring Centre In The Square […]

SAMAJAM Brings the Beat to Over 3,500 Students at Centre In The Square
Centre In The Square was bursting with rhythm, colour, and pure excitement as SAMAJAM hit the stage for two unforgettable performances as part of our Education Series. More than 3,500 elementary students from across Waterloo Region filled the theatre and became part of the show in a fully interactive musical experience. From the moment the lights went up, students were clapping, drumming, singing, and dancing along. With instruments in hand and smiles on their faces, the young audience helped bring the performance to life in true SAMAJAM fashion. For many, this was their first time attending a live performance in […]

Centre In The Square’s executive director talks about efforts to rejuvenate performing arts space
It’s been just over a year since Eric Lariviere became executive director of Kitchener’s Centre in the Square. He started in the role just months after the city owned performing arts space’s calendar was left with large holes due to the bankruptcy of the K-W Symphony. But he had a goal to help revitalize and rejuvenate the iconic space.  Lariviere joined CBC K-W’s Craig Norris, host of The Morning Edition, to talk about the direction of the city-owned space. Audio of this interview can be found at the bottom of this story.  This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Craig Norris: Last […]

‘Crown jewel of the performing arts’: Kitchener’s Centre In The Square fills void left by symphony with diverse programming, community outreach
A revitalized Studio Theatre and relaunched summer camps are part of a strategy for growth. May 5, 2025 Eric Lariviere is the executive director at Kitchener’s Centre In The Square. Brent Davis/Waterloo Region Record By Brent Davis Reporter It’s been more than a year and a half since Kitchener’s Centre In The Square lost its biggest tenant. The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony’s surprise announcement that it had filed for bankruptcy in September 2023, just as its season was set to begin, shocked the arts community and the venue the orchestra had called home since 1980. More than 30 performance dates on the centre’s […]

Meet Our New Team Members: Cadence Bishop and Myles Rusak Join Centre In The Square
Cadence Bishop – Performing Arts Summer Camp Director Cadence Bishop joins us as our new Performing Arts Summer Camp Director, bringing over a decade of experience inspiring young performers through accessible, engaging theatre education. A trained playwright with a background in drama instruction across Milton, Mississauga, and Toronto, Cadence has written and directed more than 15 original plays performed by her students. Her passion lies in helping children aged 6 to 14 develop confidence, creativity, and stage skills through hands-on learning in improvisation, tableaux, acting, and performance. This summer, Cadence will lead our Kinder, Junior Stars, and Centre Stage Performing […]