Guest Blog #2 by Penny Heneke

In my second year as a volunteer at The Burlington Performing Art Centre, I lost some professional decorum and composure on duty as an usher in the theatre.  It occurred when I doubled over with laughter during Brent Butt of CTV sitcom Corner Gas fame’s stand-up comedic routine. I was not alone as one patron … Continue reading »

Wrapping Up Season Two

March and April bring with them the last shows of The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 2012-2013 Season. So not only are we busy with our day-to-day tasks of preparing for the remaining shows, but we are also very excited to be preparing for our next season, which I’m sure will sneak up on us quite … Continue reading »

Dancing Into The New Year

First and foremost, Happy New Year everyone! With a brand new year comes a fresh start, a chance to reevaluate our lives – where we are and where we want to be, getting a step closer to our dreams, and another chance to stick to that New Year’s resolution. January 2013 marks the start of … Continue reading »

An Inspirational Holiday Season

As the holidays get closer and closer, so does the end of the first half of The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 2012-2013 Season. It’s been a great ride since the Season started back in August, with some fantastic international talent as well as some outstanding Canadian gems. But with all of the holiday shows this … Continue reading »

Relax & Enjoy with Our Studio 440 – Cabaret Series

Our Studio 440 – Cabaret Series offers an opportunity to see some amazing Canadian talent, as you relax with a refreshment in the intimacy of The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s Community Studio Theatre. The first performer in the series, jazz crooner Matt Dusk, performed to a SOLD OUT audience on Friday, November 16. With his … Continue reading »

Guest Blogger: Penny Heneke

It is without a doubt that The Burlington Performing Arts Centre would not be the success it is today without our outstanding volunteers. These individuals not only provide us with their time, but also with their wonderful personalities and passion for the arts. We are incredibly grateful and proud to have over 130 active volunteers. … Continue reading »

Professional Season Officially Launched!

We’ve made it to October! And with October comes the launch of The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 2012-2013 Professional Season. It seems like just yesterday we were launching our very first season, and here we are already doing it for a second time. I sincerely hope you had a chance to join us for one … Continue reading »

Review: The Mayor’s Cabaret & Culture Days

This past weekend The Burlington Performing Arts Centre was full of activity. On Saturday we hosted The Mayor’s Cabaret; an evening full of music, magic, dancing, auctions and food, that all helped to raise funds for our Centre. On Sunday we took part in Culture Days – a national event that works to raise the … Continue reading »

Something Old, Something New…

This year we are trying something new here at The Burlington Performing Arts Centre. Three brand new Series in the intimacy of our Community Studio Theatre. These three series offer an ongoing experience of inspirational performances in an intimate space. The Classically Yours… Series offers three Sunday performances that include brunch and a post show … Continue reading »

Artspoints Membership Drive

As an active participant in the Canadian Arts industry for over 25 years, I’ve come to recognize the nationwide interconnectedness of our arts programs, venues, and initiatives. Artspoints has also recognized this cross-Canada connection and has developed a rewards program that helps to strengthen that bond. With headquarters in Vancouver, B.C. Artspoints Rewards is a … Continue reading »