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Theatre Productions in
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| The Rose Theatre Brampton announced
today shows of theatre, dance, music and comedy in its 2011 season. Taking the
innovations and best features of the world's finest theatres, combined with the most
technological advances in stage and sound, the Rose Theatre Brampton exceeded first season
expectations by nearly 200% with 137,000 people in attendance last season. The second
season is expected to do even better with some unforgettable Canadian and International
acts including over a dozen acts that are exclusive in the GTA to the Rose Theatre and are
on sale now.
October | November | December
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2012: January | February | March
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| October |
October 20, 21 at 8:00 PM
Lucien's Labour Lost
Rose Studio Theatre
The sequel to Lucien, Lucien’s Labour Lost, premiered for Theatre New Brunswick in
October of 1993. In his unique Acadian blend of English and French (sometimes known as
Franglais) Lucien offers his humorous perspective on everything from religion, politics,
relationships, work, sports, health and nutrition, the environment and technology. With
his folksy charm and wit, Lucien provides a funny and insightful snapshot of the hearts
and minds of many Canadians from Victoria to St. John’s. |
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October 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 at 8:00 PM
Rumours
Lester B. Pearson Theatre
At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York
has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a
severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies
bleeding in the other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken and wife
Chris must get "the story" straight before the other guests arrive. As the
confusions and miscommunications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical
hilarity.
Rated Theatre PG-13 - strong language |
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October 25 at 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
Illstyle & Peace
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: Grade 4 - HS
Length: 1 hour
The History of Hip Hop: Become Your Dreams!
Illstyle and Peace Productions is a multi-cultural, Philadelphia-based dance theatre
company which fuses contemporary and old school hip-hop and blends it with an eclectic mix
of dance and performance disciplines including tap, ballet, DJing and beatboxing. Founded
in 2002 by Brandon Albright and Forrest Webb, they have toured to critical acclaim
nationally and internationally. The company creates and shares awe-inspiring works with
diverse audiences, and is committed to spreading unity, peace, love, respect, and fun
through dance.
Study Guide Available!
School Groups Only - No General Admission |
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| November |
November 1, 2 at 8:00 PM
I, Claudia
Rose Studio Theatre
“Blissfully funny, unexpectedly touching… a must see.” - Toronto Star
This extraordinary one-woman show maps the raw, but beautiful interior life of a misfit
adolescent. Claudia, age twelve-and-three-quarters, finds herself suffering from the
triple afflictions of puberty, unpopularity, and her parents’ divorce. Using four
astonishingly expressive masks the performer evokes the anguished Claudia, her
grandfather, her dad’s new girlfriend, and the school janitor. Both heartbreakingly
sad and wrenchingly funny, I, Claudia casts a spell of rare power in the theatre.
One of Canada’s most celebrated plays running for nine consecutive years and winning
two Dora Awards, two Canadian Comedy Awards, a Sterling Award, an ACTRA award, and a
Gemini. |
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November 16, 17, 18 at 8:00 PM
November 19 at 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM
November 20 at 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM
The Last Resort
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“The Last Resort is an inspired night of carefully calculated lunacy.” -
Hamilton Spectator
A madcap, off-the-wall, murder mystery musical comedy hit, The Last Resort pokes fun at
everything, including itself. A restaurant owner on the run from the mob finds refuge at a
lodge in rural Saskatchewan, where ten strange characters assemble to meet with murder.
With laughs piling up higher as each new guest is introduced, The Last Resort is where you
want to be... especially if you have a secret. Part murder mystery, all uproarious comedy
and one dazzling song after another! |
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November 17, 18, 24, 25 at 7:30 PM
November 19m 20, 26, 27 at 2:00 PM
Robinson Crusoe
Lester B. Pearson Theatre
A story about Robinson Crusoe's voyage to Tobago, where he hopes to locate the hidden
treasure shown on the map given to him by Old Jim. Blackpatch, the Pirate, stows away on
board, and later enlists the help of Jack Boot and his band of bloodthirsty Pirates in an
attempt to steal the treasure. Crusoe encounters Man Friday and some hungry Cannibals, led
by Queen Wotta Woppa, on the Island after his amazing shipwreck. However, the treasure is
found, and all ends happily, despite the Grunting Gorillas, after some marvellous comedy
moments from Mrs. Crusoe, Bill and Ben, and a lot of joyous audience participation. |
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November 23 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM
The Shape of a Girl
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: High School
Length: 1 hour
This play was inspired by the Reena Virk Story: the real life tragedy of a teenaged girl
killed by a group of teens.
Braidie is fascinated by a TV news story about a girl accused of a shocking act of
violence, “a monster in the shape of a girl”. A different kind of girl from her
and her friends... or is she? Propelled by memories she can’t forget and scenes from
her past she can no longer ignore, Braidie must confront the truth of her giddy,
terrifying teenage world. Can she find the courage to break her friends’ conspiracy
of silence when their bullying of a classmate goes too far?
Study Guide Available!
School Groups Only - No General Admission |
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November 24 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM
Goodnight Moon and the Runaway Bunny
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: JK - Grade 2
Length: 1 hour
Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway
Bunny’s pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum.
Both tales feature endearing rabbit characters, and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter
and dream-like imagery never fail to infuse young minds with a reassuring sense of
security and peace. Whimsical puppetry and evocative original music will bring a new sense
of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations.
Study Guide Available!
School Groups Only - No General Admission |
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| December |
December 7 at 7:00 PM
December 8 at 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
Rose Theatre Main Stage
By P. Tchaikovsky
Choreography by V. Vainonen
Make some magical memories this holiday season! The incomparable State Ballet Theatre of
Russia presents the beloved classic, featuring traditional choreography and sparkling
imagery. A timeless holiday tradition, The Nutcracker is a perfect way to enjoy the
season. Find a way to share this enchanting ballet with a loved one, and introduce your
whole family to this superb production. |
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December 14 at 11:00 AM
December 15 at 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM
December 16 at 7:00 PM
December 17, 18 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Rose Theatre Presents A Christmas Carol - The Musical
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“…a tonic for adults, and for children a transfixing journey…” –
New York Times
Complete with falling snow, exuberant dances, flying ghosts and the streets of Dickensian
London, A Christmas Carol is brimming with emotional power and pure joy. A
marvelously-told story set with beautiful melodies and touching lyrics, this spectacular
musical ran for ten years at Madison Square Garden and the show’s original song
“A Place Called Home” has become a holiday standard.
This Charles Dickens classic has the full Broadway treatment by the team of Alan Menken
(Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid), Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical) and Mike Okrent
(Crazy For You, Me and My Girl).
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| January |
January 21 at 8:00 PM
Late Nite Catechism 3: 'Til Death Do Us Part
Rose Theatre Main StageStarring Denise Fennell (Late Nite Catechism, Rose Theatre 2011)
After teaching countless students all about the saints, venial sins, guilt, limbo and
more, the Sister is now offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and
Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game.
Classroom participation is a must so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humour for
a session with the country’s feistiest couples counselor! |
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January 25 at 10:30 AM
Aga Boom
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: Grade 2 - HS
Length: 1 hour
School Groups Only - No General Admission
From the veteran clowns of Cirque du Soleil’s Allegria and O, comes a unique
theatrical event for all ages. Rooted in a unique style of clowning that combines the
unbridled silliness of slapstick and the humour of physical comedy with theatrical
expressionism, poetry and the European avantgarde, AGA Boom cuts through the barriers of
language and culture. Wild chases and a frenzy of scenes lead to a chaotic and
unforgettable finale that will leave you breathless!
Get ready for outrageous zaniness and a blizzard of unrestrained laughter that never ends! |
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| February |
February 7, 8 at 8:00 PM
Romeo & Juliet
Rose Theatre Main Stage
One of the world’s most distinguished ensembles, the State Ballet Theatre of Russia
presents Romeo & Juliet by Sergei Prokofiev. Passion and drama abound in this tale of
two young, star-crossed lovers who, amid a bitter family feud, will stop at nothing to be
together. A heartbreaking account of hatred, cruel destiny and everlasting love set to
Prokofiev’s music widely believed to be the best ballet score ever written. |
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February 10 at 8:00 PM
Second City's iLove
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“An enduring troupe that changed the tone of comedy.” – The New York
Times
From the Second City Toronto, the legendary comedy theatre and the creators of the touring
hit Sex and The Second City, comes a play about relationships in the age of social
networking. There are Plenty of Fish in the sea, but can we all live in eHarmony? Or are
our lives too much of an open (Face)book? Find out in this hilarious new show! |
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February 15, 16, 17 at 8:00 PM
February 18 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
February 19 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
She Loves Me
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“Musical-comedy heaven! Sweet, witty, and utterly charming!” - The Boston
Globe
A warm, romantic comedy about two lovesick, anonymous pen pals who work together during
the day, blissfully unaware that they are writing to each other at night. A tale of
unlikely sweethearts and the eccentric colleagues who aid and abet them, She Loves Me is
based on the Hungarian play, Parfumerie, which has been adapted into such movies as The
Shop Around the Corner (with Jimmy Stewart), In the Good Old Summertime (with Judy
Garland), and You’ve Got Mail (with Tom Hanks).
With an endearing innocence and a touch of old world elegance and nostalgia, it is as
universal and relevant as ever in this age of internet romances. |
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February 21 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM
Jason and the Argonauts
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: Grade 3 - 8
Length: 1 hour
Study Guide Available!
School Groups Only - No General Admission
Jason’s uncle isn’t exactly lovable…he’s murdered his brother (the
king) and stolen the kingdom and now nobody dares stand up to him. Things are about to get
a major shake-up though because Jason is BACK! After being banished as a baby, our wannabe
hero returns to claim his rightful throne and make some big changes.
However, in ancient times nothing’s that straightforward. Jason and his crew must
sail on the Argo to the other side of the world to find the Golden Fleece and bring it
back in order to unite the people again. As if that wasn’t difficult enough, the odd
monster, sleeping dragon and clashing rock endeavour to ruin his trip and spice things up
on this most fantastic of journeys! |
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February 22 at 8:00 PM
Shumka at 50
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“Riverdance meets Ukraine.” – Deidre Kelly, Globe & Mail
SHUMKA at 50 is a cross-generational, cross-cultural dance spectacular. Edmonton’s
company of 50 virtuosic dancers aims to please with a production that is a celebration of
spirit. Passionate for its Ukrainian heritage, it ultimately showcases their 50-year
reputation as a culturally-artistic innovator.
Shumka is renowned for its broad audience appeal that entertains families, dance audiences
and general theatre aficionados. With original musical scores and stunning sets and
costume designs from Canada and Ukraine’s finest artists, their performances
integrate creative lighting design and multimedia elements with outstanding dancing and
choreography. |
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February 23 at 8:00 PM
Rhythm of the Dance
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Internationally rated as one of the most popular step dance shows in the world.
Direct from The National Dance Company of Ireland!
Heralding a new era in Irish entertainment, this two-hour dance and music extravaganza
contains a wealth of talent including a live band, three tenors and 22 dancers! The show
is an inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history. This
richly costumed show combines traditional dance and music with the most up-to-date stage
technology. It is a thousand year old story executed with all the advantages of the modern
day stage. |
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February 23 at 8:00 PM
February 24 at 10:00 AM amd 12:30 PM
The Improvised Shakespeare Company
Rose Studio Theatre
“…the show channels Monty Python as often as the Bard, and frequently with
sly-witted results.” - The Chicago Tribune
ONGOING OFF-BROADWAY HIT!
In this hilarious interactive performance, the ISC creates a fully improvised play in
Elizabethan style to bring you an evening of off-the-cuff comedy using the language and
themes of William Shakespeare. Any hour could be filled with power struggles, star-crossed
lovers, sprites, kings, queens, princesses, sword-play, rhyming couplets, asides, insults,
persons in disguise and all that we’ve come to expect from the pen of the Great Bard.
Nothing is planned-out, rehearsed, or written. Each play is completely improvised, so each
play is entirely new. Featured at the prestigious Just For Laughs festival in Montreal,
ISC was recently honored by the Chicago Improv Foundation as its “Ensemble of the
Year”. |
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February 25 at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM
Little Sprouts Series: Splash N' Boots
Rose Studio Theatre
Hey kids! Bring your parents to Splash n’ Boots, performing their very popular show
designed just for you. Get close to the action by sitting on mats right up front (chairs
also available). Exercise your creative side as you jump, twist, twirl and sing along with
the interactive and original music of Splash n’ Boots, voted 2007 "Canadian
Children’s Group of the Year."
Bring out the singer, dancer and actor in your child, and let them plant their theatre
roots at the Rose!
Complimentary juice and snacks following the performance. |
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March 1 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM
Black Violin
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: Grade 3 - HS
Length: 1 hour
Study Guide Available!
School Groups Only - No General Admission
Back by popular demand!
Kev Marcus and Wil b are Black Violin. These two classically trained musicians, along with
their DJ TK, have created the ultimate synergy between classical and hip-hop music and
with it an incredible opportunity to reach children.
In 2005 the group was awarded the prestigious title of “Apollo Legends.” Kev
Marcus and Wil b used their musical talents to earn full scholarships to college and now
Black Violin wants to make sure that North America’s young people get the same
exposure to the arts and the same opportunity that they did to learn. Performing and
touring with Alicia Keys, P. Diddy, and Akon to name a few, Black Violin has committed
themselves to the next few years to giving back and teaching children that classical music
is cool! |
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March 5 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM
The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and the Hare
Rose Theatre Main Stage
Grade Recommendation: K - Grade 4
Length: 1 hour
School Groups Only - No General Admission
Using electroluminescent wire puppets and props, 3 performers dressed in full black bring
to life this heartwarming, underdog classic. Mother duck knew from the very beginning that
one of her babies would be different from the rest... this egg was too large and oddly
shaped! Upon hatching it is clear - mother duck has an Ugly Duckling! Teased, chased and
pushed aside from his friends and family, Ugly Duckling must run away from the pond and
venture out on his own. Through the different seasons and new friends along the way, he
continues his search for others who will love him for who he really is…an Ugly
Duckling?
A beloved story about personal transformation and acceptance. |
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March 9 at 8:00 PM
Dance into the Light
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“Martin [Levac] caught ALL of my personal nuances, vocally and drumming
wise…it reminded me that I was good!!!” - Phil Collins on Swiss radio
Known around the world as the best Phil Collins re-enactment and approved by Phil Collins
himself, Dance into the Light has been bringing down houses in Canada and around the world
since 2009. This vibrant and lively show features eight incredibly talented musicians
performing 25 of Phil Collins’ top hits including the unforgettable favourites
“In the Air Tonight”, “Against All Odds” and “Sussudio”. |
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March 14 at 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM
Richard Scarry's Busytown
Rose Theatre Main Stage
For the first time ever, Richard Scarry’s Busytown will take the stage and become
larger than life! With catchy sing-a-long songs and lots of audience interaction Busy will
bring out the detective in us all!
Busytown Busy captures the incredible world of Richard Scarry, and follows the adventures
of his six unforgettable friends Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Sally Cat, Hilda Hippo plus Pig
Will and Pig Won’t. Together the friends look for the answer to three unique
bamboozling mysteries and discover some fascinating surprises along the way. |
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March 15, 16 at 7:30 PM
March 17 at 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM
March 18 at 2:00 PM
Charlie & the Chocolate Factory
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Who wouldn't want to join Charlie Bucket in his adventurous tour of Willy Wonka's
world-famous Chocolate Factory? Now is your chance! You will see Augustus Gloop, Violet
Beauregarde, Veruca Salt, Grandpa George, Grandma Georgina, Willy Wonka and Charlie
himself come to life. |
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April 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 at 8:00 PM
April 14 at 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM
Arsenic and Old Lace
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The play is a farcical black comedy revolving around Mortimer Brewster, a drama critic who
must deal with his crazy, homicidal family and local police in Brooklyn, NY, as he debates
whether to go through with his recent promise to marry the woman he loves. His family
includes two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering lonely old men by poisoning them
with a glass of home-made elderberry wine laced with arsenic, strychnine, and "just a
pinch" of cyanide; a brother who believes he is Teddy Roosevelt; and a murderous
brother who has received plastic surgery performed by an alcoholic accomplice, Dr.
Einstein, to conceal his identity. |
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April 16 at 8:00 PM
India Jazz Suites
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“Alone, they’re captivating. Together, they’re MAGIC.” - Allan
Ulrich, Voice of Dance
India Jazz Suites (also called Fastest Feet in Rhythm), featuring Pandit Chitresh Das and
Jason Samuels Smith, is an explosive collaboration between one of India’s foremost
Kathak masters and one of the world’s fastest, Emmy-award winning tap dancers. The
result is high entertainment which crosses all boundaries of age, race and culture.
It’s a blast of incredible speed and power, grace and beauty, epic storytelling and
the pure joy of dance. |
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| May |
May 22, 23 at 8:00 PM
Young Frankenstein
Rose Theatre Main Stage
“The Broadway Musical at its dizziest, glitziest and funniest!” – New
York Post
This wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend follows bright young Dr.
Frankenstein (that’s Fronkensteen) as he attempts to create a monster - but not
without scary and hilarious complications. The brains behind the laughter is mad genius
and three-time Tony award winner Mel Brooks himself - who wrote the music and lyrics and
co-wrote the book- along with his record-breaking team from The Producers: five-time
Tony-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman and three-time Tony-winning writer,
Thomas Meehan. |
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