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 Richmond Hill has a thriving arts and crafts community, including
a local theatre group, Curtain Club Theatre,
as well as many other artisans and craft creators. The Curtain Club is a volunteer
community theatre group, made up of over 150 members, who contribute towards the
production of 5 plays during each season. |
 The Richmond Hill Centre
for the Performing Arts will be the largest cultural facility of its kind in York
Region. Located at Yonge and Wright Streets in the heart of Richmond Hill's
downtown core, the 43,000 square foot multi-use cultural facility is sure to add to
the vitality of the downtown, support local shops and restaurants and stimulate further
quality developments and improvements along Yonge Street.
The Centre will provide a home for Richmond Hill's diverse arts community, create a
destination in the downtown core, and be a major venue to bring Canadian and international
performing and visual arts to Richmond Hill and York Region. |
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June 11 to 26 (preview Jun 10)
Cliffhanger
by James Yaffe
Curtain Club TheatreWhen an ethics professor is turned down for the promotion he
deserves by a vengeful rival, he commits an unthinkable act in a moment of emotion. Now
facing a moral dilemma of his own, he and his wife try to cover their tracks in the face
of a police investigation, a blackmailing student, and his own principles in this exciting
comic-thriller. |
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 June 20 at 3:00 p.m..
A Gift for the Nurse of the Sky
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Presented by Bravo the Centre for Dance, Family members will ejoy this tale. What do you
do when the sun doesn't come up one day and the Nurse of the Sky has overslept? You make
her a gift of her favourite breakfast of course: Rainbow Mush Pie! Family members of all
ages will enjoy this tale which follows the Nurse of the Sky, and her companion dragon, in
their efforts to raise baby dragons in a world not quite prepared for their colourful
antics.
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 June 21 at 7:00 p.m.
The Reel Thing - Micmacs
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Drawing on one of France's most popular screen stars, the incorrigible Dany Boon, director
Jean-Pierre Jeunet brings us a searing piece of romantic filmmaking set against the storm
clouds of warring arms dealers. An original comedy with charm to spare, Micmacs is a film
that revels in contemporary contrasts. FILM INFORMATION Rating: PG14+ Runtime: 105 minutes
Country: France Language: French with English |
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 June 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Cinderella Concert Gala
Richmond Hill Centre
for the Performing Arts
Act I - Cinderella works from early morning. Her true friends, the Mice, help her. Her
Step-sisters get up and start quarrelling. The Step-mother stops her own children, whom
she loves, and vents her anger, instead, on Cinderella, whom she hates. Cinderella stays
alone, and the Fairy appears as the memory of her mother. She entertains Cinderella,
calling Ladybugs and Flower Fairies to dance for her. The Step-mother returns and is angry
at Cinderella’s good humour. The Step-sisters and their friends return with shopping
bags and show each other their new things for the Court Ball. A Dance Teacher arrives to
prepare them for the Ball. He is not happy with them until Cinderella joins the class.
Everyone leaves for the Ball and Cinderella stays alone, trying on a dress left behind and
dreaming of the Prince. The Fairy appears with the Crystal Shoes for Cinderella. The
Flower Fairies present her with a dress; the Mice give her a crown. Deer are ready to take
her to the Ball. The Fairy tells Cinderella that Elves will notify her just before
midnight, as her dress will turn into an old robe at 12 o’clock. Cinderella leaves
for the Ball. |
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| July |
July 16 - 23
I Out to be in Pictures
by Neil Simon
Curtain Club Theatre
In this comedy, a blocked screenwriter is surprised when the daughter he left behind years
ago, shows up on his doorstep, ready and eager to start her career in Hollywood. |
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| September |
 September 25, October 2, 9, 11, 16,
23, 30 at 11:00 AM
September 25, 26, October 2, 3, 9, 11,16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 at 01:00 PM
Extraordinary
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts After meeting his deaf cousing Hope, nine
year old Lester and his imaginary friend, Fred, take off on an adventure through the
living room couch to search for her hearing. Their journey takes them to The Land of Quiet
where, after meeting The Girl with Legs of Stone, Peter the Chocolate Eater, Lonely Lucy
and the melodramatic Dustmites, they discover that your differences are what make you
extraordinary! |
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 September 13 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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| October |
October 18 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 October 22 at 8:00 pm
Hamlet
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
York Region’s Resurgence Theatre Company follows up last year’s successful
production of Romeo and Juliet with another of Shakespeare’s most renowned pieces,
Hamlet. This tale of intrigue, murder and betrayal in the 'rotten' state of Denmark is
brought to life by York Region’s finest classical theatre company. |
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 October 31, November 4, 6 at 2 &
8 p.m.
Puccini's LA BOHEME
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
The story is set in Paris in the period around 1830. It is the heartwrenching tale of the
love between seamstress called Mimi and the poet Rodolfo. They almost immediatedly fall in
love with each other, but Rodolfo later wants to leave Mimi because of her flirtatious
behaviour. However, Mimi also happens to be mortally ill, and Rodolfo feels guilt, since
their life together likely had worsened her health even further. They reunite for a brief
moment at the end before Mimi dies. |
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| November |
 November 3 at 8 p.m.
Cherry Docs
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Produced by Leo Rising Entertainment, Cherry Docs is a powerful look at modern day racism.
Danny, a liberal Jewish lawyer is assigned to defend Mike, a Neo-Nazi Skinhead on trial
for kicking a man to death with his bright red Doc Marten boots. United by a common goal
and purpose, they begin to re-evaluate everything they thought was true as they come
face-to-face with their own demons. |
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November 15 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 November 13, 20, 27 at 11:00 AM
November 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 at 1:00 PM
The Bully
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
When a bus mix-up strands Lenny, the nerd, and Steve, the bully, at the wrong school, they
both get picked on for being ' the new kids.' The boys have to work together to figure out
a way to get back to their school. By working together, they begin to learn that they
might not be so different after all. |
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 November 18, 18, 20 at 8:00 PM
November 20, 21 at 2:00 PM
Oliver
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Oliver! is one of the most beloved British musicals, vividly bringing Dickens’
timeless characters to life with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more.
Oliver! has played to audiences worldwide and now comes to Richmond Hill with a new and
exciting production. |
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 November 27 at 11 a.m.
Junie B Jones
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Based on Barbara Park’s best-selling children’s book series, Junie B. Jones is a
colourful, hilarious musical brought to you by Theatreworks USA, producers of last
year’s incredible hit The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Join Junie and her
friends as they navigate the worlds of new friends, new glasses, kickball tournaments, and
the First Grade!
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| December |
December 4, 11, 18 at 11:00 AM
December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 at 1:00 PM
The Bully
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
When a bus mix-up strands Lenny, the nerd, and Steve, the bully, at the wrong school, they
both get picked on for being ' the new kids.' The boys have to work together to figure out
a way to get back to their school. By working together, they begin to learn that they
might not be so different after all. |
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December 13 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 December 17 & 19 at 8 p.m.
The Nutcracker
Victoria Ballet Company of Canada exclusively presents the Nutcracker for Richmond Hill
Centre. |
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| January |
January 10 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 January 15, 22, 29 at 11:00 AM
January 15, 16, 22, 29 at 1:00 PM
Angelina Ballerina The Musical
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Angelina and her friends are all aflutter because the great Mikhail Brie-rishnakov is
coming to visit the Camembert Academy! The students are excited to put on a show for him
of all their dancing styles: hip-hop, tap, modern dance and Irish jig, and of course,
ballet. Angeline, the best ballerinca in the school, is the most excited of all! But when
she misses her opportunity to do her routine, will her dreams of performing for Mikhail be
crushed? |
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| February |
 February 2 at 8 pm
Freedom Train
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Theatreworks USA returns to our stage with Freedom Train, the story of Harriet Tubman and
the Underground Railroad. Using music, song, dance, storytelling and dialogue, the true
story of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and her 19 subsequent trips to lead
slaves to freedom is brought to life in this thrilling and touching performance. |
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 February 5 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Caillou
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Caillou and his little sister Rosie - along with friends Sarah, Clementine, Leo and furry
favorite, Gilbert the Cat - take a thrilling journey through the pages of an enormous,
magical book. Along with learning that reading is fun, families will sing, dance and
participate in every aspect of this fast-paced production. |
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February 5, 12, 19, 21 at 11:00 AM
February 5, 6, 12, 19, 21 at 1:00 PM
Angelina Ballerina The Musical
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Angelina and her friends are all aflutter because the great Mikhail Brie-rishnakov is
coming to visit the Camembert Academy! The students are excited to put on a show for him
of all their dancing styles: hip-hop, tap, modern dance and Irish jig, and of course,
ballet. Angeline, the best ballerinca in the school, is the most excited of all! But when
she misses her opportunity to do her routine, will her dreams of performing for Mikhail be
crushed? |
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February 7 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 February 27,
March 3, 5 at 2 & 8 p.m.
Mozart's COSI FAN TUTTE
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Mozart and Da ponte took as a theme 'Wife Swaping' which dates back to the 13th century
and created a very funny, timeless opera about relationships. The title Cosi Fan Tutte,
literally means 'Thus do all [women]' but is often simplified to 'Women are like that.'
'Opera buffa' at its finests |
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| March |
March 5, 12, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 26
at 11:00 AM
March 5, 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27 at 1:00 PM
Angelina Ballerina The Musical
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Angelina and her friends are all aflutter because the great Mikhail Brie-rishnakov is
coming to visit the Camembert Academy! The students are excited to put on a show for him
of all their dancing styles: hip-hop, tap, modern dance and Irish jig, and of course,
ballet. Angeline, the best ballerinca in the school, is the most excited of all! But when
she misses her opportunity to do her routine, will her dreams of performing for Mikhail be
crushed? |
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 March 10 at 8 p.m.
D'Arranged Marchriage
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Produced by the comedy team, Those Indian Guys, D'Arranged Marchriage tells the story of a
young Indian boy called Sanjay who spends most of his life avoiding the issue of an
arranged Marchriage. This one man show has something for everyone: characters that will
make you laugh until you cry, a few Bollywood-style song and dance routines and a wickedly
funny look at the Indian culture. |
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March 14 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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 March 24 to 26 at 2 &
8 p.m.
March 26 at 2 p.m.
A Little Night Music
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Stephen Sondheim’s classic musical comedy, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC is set in a weekend
country house in turn of the century Sweden. This wonderful musical brings together
surprising liaisons, long simmering passions and a taste of love’s endless
possibilities. The score features one of Sondheim’s most famous pieces- Send in the
Clowns. |
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 April 4 at 8 p.m.
Golda's Balcony
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Multi Tony nominee, Tovah Feldshuh recreates her powerful performance as Golda Meir, the
schoolteacher who became Prime Minister of Israel in 1969. Set against the Yom Kippur War
of 1973, Golda tells her story of going from pioneer to politician, weaving the past and
present together to create a work of unparalled theatricality. Golda's Balcony is a
one-act, one-woman tour de force performance that will pierce your soul. |
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April 11 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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| May |
 May 4 at 8 p.m.
Yu-Wei Dance
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
Described as 'the daughter of Dance in China', Yu Wei has been a principal dancer with the
Wuhan Song and Dance Theatre in China, and danced at the National Palace Theatre before
moving to America. Since then she has traveled around the world, working as a dancer and
an educator. She brings her beautiful style of traditional Chinese dance to our stage in a
breathtaking performance that is not to be missed! |
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May 26 at 7:00 pm
The Reel Thing
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts
See some of the greatest films of the world right in your backyard! The Richmond Hill
Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to present the Film Circuit, a division of the
Toronto International Film Festival Group. Film Circuit is a grassroots initiative that
promotes and facilitates screenings of Canadian and International independent films in 175
communities across Canada and has a presence in 35 countries around the world. These
screenings promote Canadian artists and films, and generate significant economic benefits
for the local community while providing filmgoers an opportunity to see films that may not
otherwise be available. The Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts is committed to
increasing the amount of cultural events for our residents through this unique
cinematography experience. |
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