2026
/ 27
Dare to
Be There.
2026 / 27 Season
The Season

A season that dares
to be unforgettable

From world-class international acts to homegrown Canadian talent, the 2026/27 Presenting Season at Centre In The Square brings bold performances, beloved artists, and extraordinary new voices to Kitchener. Explore the full season below.

Centre In The Square auditorium
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Centre In The Square  ·  Kitchener

International Series

An Evening With Celtic Thunder 2026

September 5

An Evening With Celtic Thunder 2026

An Evening with Celtic Thunder brings the group’s most beloved songs to the stage in a special concert featuring fan favourites Emmet Cahill, Damian McGinty, Neil Byrne, and Ronan Scolard. The performance blends Irish and Scottish traditional music with contemporary classics and timeless ballads, showcasing the powerful vocals and warmth that have made Celtic Thunder a worldwide favourite.

Performance

  • September 5, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis: Grits and Glamour Tour

October 9

Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis: Grits and Glamour Tour

Country music icons Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan bring their celebrated Grits and Glamour Tour to the stage, blending powerhouse vocals, timeless hits, and the easy chemistry of two long-time friends.

Performance

  • October 9, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Pat Metheny: Side-Eye III+

October 10

Pat Metheny: Side-Eye III+

Twenty-time Grammy Award winner Pat Metheny returns to the stage with Side-Eye III+, the latest evolution of his celebrated project spotlighting fresh voices in jazz.

Performance

  • October 10, 2026 / 8:00 PM
The Buena Vista Orchestra

October 18

The Buena Vista Orchestra

The Buena Vista Orchestra brings the rhythms and melodies of Cuba to the stage in a tribute to one of the world’s most celebrated musical traditions. Led by Cuban violinist Rolando Morejón Reyes, the acclaimed ensemble honours the Buena Vista Social Club legacy with son, bolero, and Afro-Cuban jazz, delivered with the energy and musicianship that have made Cuban music beloved around the world.

Performance

  • October 18, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Mariza

October 28

Mariza

Mariza brings the soul of Fado to the stage with a powerful voice, emotional depth, and a career celebrated around the world. One of Portugal’s most acclaimed artists, she bridges tradition and modernity in a breathtaking live performance rooted in the heart of Lisbon.

Performance

  • October 28, 2026 / 8:00 PM
The Psychology of Cults: A Live Event

October 29

The Psychology of Cults: A Live Event

Hosted by renowned cult interventionist Mike King, this gripping live show takes audiences inside the world of cults: how they form, why people join, and what it takes to break free.

Performance

  • October 29, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Ballets Jazz Montréal Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen

November 18

Ballets Jazz Montréal Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen

Ballets Jazz Montréal brings Dance Me to Kitchener, a bold and breathtaking tribute to the music, poetry, and spirit of Leonard Cohen. Developed with Cohen’s personal blessing, this powerful production transforms his legendary work into movement through explosive choreography and raw emotion.

Performance

  • November 18, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Cinderella

November 29

Cinderella

Step into the magical world of Cinderella, brought to life in a dazzling ballet production by the United European Ballet. Filled with beauty, humour, romance, and theatrical magic, this timeless fairytale is a perfect experience for audiences of all ages.

Performance

  • November 29, 2026 / 4:00 PM
Love Actually In Concert

December 3

Love Actually In Concert

Experience one of the world’s most beloved holiday films like never before with Love Actually In Concert, a spectacular live-to-film concert experience.

Performance

  • December 3, 2026 / 8:00 PM
Five For Fighting With String Quartet

December 10

Five For Fighting With String Quartet

Five For Fighting takes the stage with a live string quartet for an intimate evening of soaring melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and fan-favourite songs. Led by John Ondrasik, this special performance brings new depth to hits like “Superman,” “100 Years,” and more.

Performance

  • December 10, 2026 / 8:00 PM
YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan – Tamayura: Echoes of the Soul

February 6

YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan – Tamayura: Echoes of the Soul

YAMATO brings the powerful sound and spirit of Japanese Taiko drumming to the stage in a thrilling performance that is both musical and physical.

Performance

  • February 6, 2027 / 8:00 PM
Swan Lake

March 24

Swan Lake

Experience the world’s most beloved ballet like never before. Swan Lake takes the stage in a breathtaking production set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, performed by a world-class international cast. unforgettable beauty.

Performance

  • March 24, 2027 / 7:00PM
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