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Two stages, all ages

By Allison M. Jones Mar 13, 2026

Theatre Ancaster’s Classics theatre program for performers ages 55-plus presents Generations, a multi-generational play by local playwright Lois Gordon, and Curtain Call Performing Arts Company’s teen program is putting on the lively musical Legally Blonde Jr. Theatre, that most social of art forms, represents the human condition…

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THINGS TO DO IN HAMILTON, BURLINGTON

By HCM Mar 12, 2026

We are spoiled for things to see and do in #HamOnt and #BurlOn. HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!

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REVIEW: You don’t want to miss this train

By Meredith MacLeod Mar 7, 2026

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…

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48 HOURS IN HAMILTON: A music lover’s curated weekend

By Dylan Hudecki Mar 3, 2026

Whether you’re a frequent visitor or taking in Hamilton for the first time during JUNO Week, musician and music writer Dylan Hudecki offers suggestions for spending a music-focused weekend in the city. Welcome to the Hammer, JUNO Awards people! We’ve made it easy for you to find the…

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Your complete guide to JUNOS 2026

By HCM Mar 2, 2026

Hamilton will roll out the red carpet to the best and brightest in Canada’s music scene when the 55th annual JUNO Awards arrive March 26-29. Hamilton will be the epicentre of the Canadian music universe when the 55th annual JUNO Awards takes over the city March 26-29.

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HTI production wins over this Anne of Green Gables fan

By Allison M. Jones Feb 27, 2026

Allison M. Jones is devoted to Lucy Maud Montgomery and her iconic characters and was charmed by this well-acted, well-designed, well-directed and sold-out musical. In the lead-up to Hamilton Theatre Inc.’s production of Anne of Green Gables: The Musical, I’ll admit I was worried. It wasn’t anything…