Arts + Culture

Murder on the Orient Express at Theatre Aquarius is escapist theatre at its very best: great ensemble cast, magnificent set and costumes, and a story by one of mystery’s masters. It's on until March 29. Murder on the Orient Express is a tightly-wound, fast-paced thrill ride aboard…

The music education charity got a big boost for its free and affordable programs from NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a U.S. gaming company. A $150,000 donation will provide beat-making, music production, and DJing lessons to 250 kids. It comes at a pivotal time in HMC’s evolution.

This is the first in a new digital Q&A series by HAMILTON CITY Magazine contributor Sarah Jessica Rintjema in conversation with Hamilton’s visual artists. Mexican-Canadian sculptor, painter and accordion player CESAR CORREA CORDOBA is inspired by Indigenous art traditions from back home. The multidisciplinary artist sculpts uncanny…

It’s a Good Life if You Don’t Weaken, closing out the 2025-2026 season, tells a story of finding home and belonging that is set to songs written by Gord Downie. The show runs April 22 to May 16. The last show of the Theatre Aquarius season will be…

It’s 20 years and album No. 11 for Hamilton’s beloved indie rockers. Between Us comes out April 17 and kicks off a tour in Canada, U.S., and Europe. The release of Arkell’s 11th album Between Us is a nod to their first, Jackson Square. The 11-track record, which…

In honour of the city of music’s 2026 year of music campaign, this year-long exhibit celebrates the musicians, producers, educators, and advocates whose contributions shaped the melodies of Hamilton. On display now through the end of the year in Tourism Hamilton’s Visitor Experience Centre, Punching In: The Work…