TIM MOHER
2025-04-11 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto)
Jazz @ The Registry

Paul Desmond Centennial Concert

Tim Moher and his stellar band celebrate the 100th birthday of one of the greats of the American saxophone. Tim shares the Paul Desmond story through his music and a multi-media presentation.

Tickets: $30

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Harmonies for Hope and Healing
2025-04-12 20:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
The Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council and The Registry Theatre presents

Fundraiser in support of Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council

An Evening of Original Songs and Stories featuring:Russell Allen Scott with John & EllenJay MooreMichael Kelly Cavan

Tickets $25

K-W SYMPHONY BRASS QUINTET
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00
Classics @ The Registry

Brass Through the Ages

A musical journey through the time. From the masterworks of the Venetian School’s Giovanni Gabrieli, to a giant of the 20th century Leonard Bernstein.

Tickets: $30 General Admission, $25 Student/Senior, kids 12 and under FREE!

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POP! POP! A Carousel Player's Production
2025-04-17 11:00 - 12:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Cosmic Fishing Theatre as part of the DiSCoVeR children’s series

Doors open at 10:30 am

Two characters who are very different from each other are exploring a strange new world and finding surprises in this colourful sensory experience. One instinctively hides, the other instinctively seeks. Together they find lots of surprises that pop up everywhere!Pop! Pop! is a performance piece with sensory experiences, music, adorable puppets, set in a coral reef – lots of fun for children and adults alike.This is a non-verbal, physical theatre performance for very young audiences with puppetry and immersive audience engagement.Children ages 2-5 with caregivers and family members babies in arms welcome.50 minutes

$15 for children$20 for adults2 for 1 deal available for all children and adult admissionsIndigenous people, low income families and babies enter for free

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CHOOSE YOUR OWN Puppet Adventure By Shadows & Puppets Theatre
2025-04-18 14:30 - 15:30 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Cosmic Fishing Theatre as part of the DiSCoVeR children’s series

*Doors open at 2:00 pmThere once was a story with three places, two characters and a thing. What happens in the story? No one knows, at least not until you, the audience arrives.

Puppets and Shadows Theatre will guide you through an adventure where you choose what happens next.

Puppets & Shadows Theatres presents puppet shows and workshops for young audiences. Children ages 5+ with caregivers and family members, babies in arms welcome50 minutes

$15 for children$20 for adults2 for 1 deal available for all children and adult admissionsIndigenous people, low income families and babies enter for free

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Family Dance Party
2025-04-19 16:00 - 18:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Cosmic Fishing Theatre in collaboration with Neruda Arts as part of the DiSCoVeR children’s series

We have been dreaming of throwing a family dance party at The Registry Theatre (our favourite spot in the tri-cities) for years, and the moment is finally here!

This awesome event includes:A projection installation and a performance with 2 explorers you can join in on the adventure. Tasty sweet and savoury treats!Some special prizes available thanks to our special party partners – Princess Cinemas, Funvilla and THEMUSEUM!Dancing!All ages, babies and toddlers welcome, 2 hours; drop-in style

This event is meant to build a community of families in a fun and easy way over the Easter long weekend, in celebration of Spring and all related holidays, including Eid. Please join us in dancing and meeting new friends at the theatre!

$5 for children$15 for adults2 for 1 deal available for adult admissionsIndigenous people, low income families and babies enter for free

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Kids Space Explorers
2025-04-20 14:30 - 16:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Cosmic Fishing Theatre as part of the DiSCoVeR children’s series

Kids Space Explorers is our most ambitious offer in the DiSCoVeR series! We are inviting children to create something special together. This is an experimental theatre lab for kids, by kids.

The kids will take the stage, supported by professional theatre makers, to plant the seeds for something extraordinary.90 minutesChildren ages 5+, with caregivers and family members, babies in arms welcomeLimited registration is available. Older kids and youth are welcome.

Free – please get a ticket to register Donations welcome

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SOMETIMES IT SNOWS IN APRIL
2025-04-25 19:30 - 21:30 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by MT Space

a new work-in-developmenta technical residency between MT Space & Tottering Biped Theatre

A stag hunter and his prey, a young man and his lover, an old man and his dog, a woman, a park bench, a lamppost, and an umbrella. These words begin to scratch the surface of a new work in progress: Sometimes It Snows in April. Performed by a mime and a mezzo (Trevor Copp and Bó Bárdos), Sometimes It Snows in April is a brief and wordless evocation of the mysterious process of grieving and loss.

MT Space is thrilled to welcome Tottering Biped Theatre for this exciting week-long technical residency. Each performance will be followed by a talkback. Your voice and feedback are vital to this creative process. We so look forward to sharing the space and bringing art to life with you.

No registration or ticket purchase is required to attend.

We welcome payments of any amount (pay-what-you-choose) at the box office, before or after the performance.

DANNY MICHEL
2025-05-01 20:00 - 22:00
Homegrown @ The Registry

Up Close and Intimate

Multi JUNO Award, and Polaris Prize nominee, Danny is one of Canada’s finest songwriters. With his unique human touch, he is a musical chameleon, adventurous and unbounded, carefree and fearless. Be there and feel it live.

Tickets: $40

PLEASE NOTE: BOTH CONCERTS ARE NOW SOLD OUT (MAY 1 & 2)

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MARY CATHERINE PAZZANO
2025-05-03 20:00 - 22:00
One Night Only @ The Registry

The Divine One at One Hundred: Honouring Sarah Vaughan

From her landmark Registry centennial concerts of Leonard Bernstein, Doris Day, and Judy Garland, MC brings her vocal talents to celebrate Sarah Vaughan. So celebrated in her time, she was known as The Divine One.

Tickets: $35

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Equitable Life of Canada

Mappa Mundi - Map of the World
2025-05-04 15:00 - 17:00
Classics @ The Registry and the KW Chamber Music Society

CANADIAN GUITAR QUARTET

Canada’s internationally renowned foursome perform from their latest album, Mappa Mundi. Beautiful music by Bach, Mozart, Luiz Bonfa, Antônio Carlos Jobim, Isak Roux, Renaud Côté-Giguère, and Olga Amelkina-Vera.

Tickets: $30 General Admission, $10 Student

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Green Gables Singalong Fundraiser
2025-05-06 19:30 - 21:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Green Gables Ukuleles and Friends

Join Green Gables Ukuleles & Friends for their third community singalong/playalong to raise funds for the Registry Theatre. The setlist includes songs by Peter Paul & Mary, the Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, The Carpenters, Tom Jones, Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot, and many more. Lyrics and chords will be displayed on a screen behind the group to make it easy to participate, and of course you can simply bask in the community joy.

Tickets: Pay what you can

Sasha Tease & The Bombshell Babes Vol. 2
2025-05-08 19:30 - 22:00
Theatre @ The Registry

A smokin’ hot drag show hosted by Sasha Tease and featuring some of Waterloo Region’s best drag artists. Not a show to miss!

Please Note: This show is recommended for audiences 18+.

Doors at 7 pm. Show at 7:30 pm.

Tickets: $25

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DAN BEACOCK & LOCAL HEROES
2025-05-09 20:00 - 22:00
Homegrown @ The Registry

Canadian Guitar Heroes

Master of any genre, Dan’s superlative guitar and great vocals pay homage to some of Canada’s greats, from Gordon Lightfoot and Rush’s Alex Lifeson, to David Wilcox, Frank Marino, and national treasure Randy Bachman. Also featuring legendary guitar music from the Tragically Hip, Domenic Troiano, Sloan, Our Lady Peace, Max Webster, and many others!

Note: This event was originally set for March 21 but has been rescheduled.

Tickets: $30

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THAT 70's ROCK SHOW
2025-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Presented by Kevin O’Donnell

Celebrating the greatest decade in Rock Music.Join us for a fabulous evening of 70’s Classic Rock Music

$30.00 plus fees, available online and at the door,

PUFFS or Seven Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00
Presented by Playful Fox Productions

Playful Fox Productions is heading to a certain school of magic and magic this May as we present to you:

PUFFS or Seven Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic

For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs… who just happened to be there too.

A fun, ridiculous, and hilariously heartfelt parody that all Potterheads will love, from the perspective of very unlikely protagonists – three potential heroes just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children.

Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal outsiders with a thing for badgers “who are so lovable and relatable, you’ll leave the theater wishing they were in the stories all along” (Hollywood Life). Their “hilariously heartfelt!” (Metro) and epic journey takes the classic story to new places and reimagines what a boy wizard hero can be.

Performances will include some foul language and minor sexual innuendo/adult themes, so parental discretion is strongly advised.

For the older witches and wizards, if you’re in the mood for some adult humour, you’ll love PUFFS.

PUFFS is proudly sponsored by: The Little Red Cottage

Please note: PUFFS is licensed through special arrangement by Samuel French Inc & Concord Theatricals.

PUFFS is not authorized, sanctioned, licensed or endorsed by “She who must not be named” (AKA J.K Rowling), Warner Bros. or any person or company associated with the Harry Potter books, films or play.

$35.20 general admission, available online and at the door,

Kiss the Stormy Sky
2025-05-21 19:30 - 21:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Dance @ The Registry

Created and performed by Sid Ryan Eilers in a personal story of ancestry and identity through the ages. Eilers plays family members from the 18th century to the Russian revolution, from Nazi Germany, to present day #MeToo.

Tickets:$25 General Admission$15 Students/Seniors

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KRUGER BROTHERS
2025-05-23 20:00 - 22:00
One Night Only @ The Registry

Bluegrass, Americana, and Beyond

From Switzerland to North Carolina, the Krugers are one of America’s foremost bluegrass groups. Music steeped in the traditional repertoire, including their tribute to Doc Watson, and their own classically influenced originals, make the Krugers unique in the world of Americana.Special guest, mandolin sensation Jonah Horton.

Tickets: $50

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Equitable Life of Canada

LONDON’S BADDEST BIG BAND
2025-05-24 15:00 - 17:00
Jazz @ The Registry

Part of the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend

Trombonist Seth McNall leads the BBB with a whose who of London, Ontario’s jazz scene. They will present eclectic big band renditions of Mozart, Greig and other classics.

Tickets: $40Special Offer: Buy Tickets to two shows in the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend for $65, or all three shows for $90!

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HILARIO DURAN AND HIS LATIN JAZZ BIG BAND
2025-05-24 20:00 - 22:30
Jazz @ The Registry

Part of the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend

Juno and Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, arranger, and musical director of remarkable virtuosity, Hilario Durán, is well recognized for his piano playing and composing skills. The music to be performed by this Orchestra blends milieus and motifs of the classic Cuban musical form, American standards, and the arrangement of the Frédéric Chopin composition Fantasia Impromptu. The music has been influenced by most of the traditional forms of Cuban music and the most modern contemporary harmonies.

Tickets: $40Special Offer: Buy Tickets to two shows in the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend for $65, or all three shows for $90!

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KW BIG BAND THEORY
2025-05-25 15:00 - 17:00
Jazz @ The Registry

Part of the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend

Waterloo Region’s finest jazz musicians with performances at the Waterloo Jazz Festival, and The Registry, and a live album with the great Canadian Don Thompson. Featuring original compositions and arrangements sure to thrill fans of big band music.

Tickets: $40Special Offer: Buy Tickets to two shows in the Spring Big Band Jazz Weekend for $65, or all three shows for $90!

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OPEN EARS 2025
2025-05-29 20:00 - 22:00 | The Registry Theatre, 122 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON, N2H 2L9, Canada
Open Ears presents an eclectic range of festival events from indie classical music to electroacoustic to sound installations. The festival explores the theme of integrating community through the use of unexpected musical settings.

May 29th: Null Point presents Relations, not Blank Slates (performance) at 8pm May 31st: Piraran (performance) by Alejandro Briones at 4pm; performance by Erika Angell at 10pmJune 1st: Performance by Raphael Weinroth-Browne at 1pm

Tickets:$25 General Admission$5 with Valid Student ID

Tickets for each event will be available at the door up until the time of the event, and will be available to purchase using cash or card (all cards accepted) via Square reader, and in advance at openears.ca

MIXTAPE
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00
Presented by Mixology A Cappella Chorus

Mixology A Cappella presents MIXTAPE! An evening of our favourite songs (from jazz to pop to showtunes and more!), sung for our favourite people at our favourite theatre.

$29 General Admission; $39 VIP

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WILD WILD WEST
2025-06-06 18:30 - 20:30
Presented by Our Studio

Join us for an evening at the Will Will West; A collection of country numbers by Our Studio!All ages

Tickets: $20 at the door

HEATHER TAVES
2025-06-15 15:00 - 17:00
Classics @ The Registry and the KW Chamber Music Society

Ms. Taves’ final concert in her complete Beethoven Piano Sonata Cycle. Part 8 including Les Adieux

Tickets: $30 General Admission, $10 Student

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Improv-a-llama!
2025-06-21 19:30 - 21:30
Presented by TriCity Improv

Get ready for the improv comedy event of the year! Improv-a-llama is a show featuring four local improv groups sharing the stage to bring you a full night of spontaneous comedy.

This huge, fast-paced show is like nothing you’ve ever seen before! It features improv sets from TriCity Improv, After School Arcade, Culturally Irrelevant and Thanks for Laughing, followed by a grand finale that includes everyone. Each group has their own style and their own vibe, and between them they guarantee an evening of good, solid entertainment.

The show will take place at The Registry Theatre in beautiful downtown Kitchener, on Saturday June 21st. Doors open at 7, and the show starts promptly at 7:30.

Tickets are just $15 at the door, but if you want to be sure of getting a spot we recommend you book on EventBrite (improvallama.eventbrite.ca) You definitely don’t want to miss this show!

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ALICE IN WONDERLAND
2025-07-10 19:00 - 21:00
Presented by Penny & Pound Theatre

Penny & Pound’s 2024/2025 Junior and High School companies present ‘Alice in Wonderland’.

Thursday, July 10th at 7:00 PM (pay-what-you-choose);Friday, July 11th at 7:00 PM;Saturday, July 12th at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PMSunday, July 13th at 2:00 PM

Tickets: $20/General and $15/Student

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THE DEEP CUT Film Festival
2025-07-19 14:00 - 16:30
Presented by David Briggs & Distant Field Productions

The Deep Cut Film Festival showcases the best short films on the festival circuit. See films from around the world and from your own backyard.

We have an afternoon show and an evening show, and both are different. No repeats here!

This is an all-genre festival, so expect to see drama, comedy, and some horror for good measure. The scarier stuff is in the evening show. Afternoon is pure drama / comedy.

These films are not rated, but we recommend 18 years and up. (some nudity)

Pay what you want at the door, cash only (we can’t take debit or credit). See you there!2pm to 4:30, and 7pm to 10pm

Harvey
2025-07-31 19:30 - 22:00
Presented by JM Drama Alumni

The story of Elwood P. Dowd, a friendly and eccentric man, and his best friend, an invisible six-foot-three-and-a-half-inch rabbit named Harvey.

CAST

Myrtle Mae Simmons – Johanna Chort

Veta Louise Simmons – Michelle Salmon

Elwood P. Dowd – Mark Starratt

Miss Johnson – Gabriele Tinnerello

Mrs. Ethel Chauvenet – Jill Skene

Duane Wilson – Patrick Cooper

Ruth Kelly R.N. – Kay Hillyer

Lyman Sanderson M.D. – Ammar Abraham

William R. Chumley M.D. – David Terry

Betty Chumley – Elizabeth Dietrich

Judge Omar Gaffney – Don Bourgeois

E. J. Lofgren – Ron VanDerZwaag

July 31-August 2, August 7-97:30 pm

Tickets

General Admission: $25

Generous Admission: $40 (general admission + a bit more to support community theatre!)

RACHEL CARSON: Playreading and Information Night
2025-07-31 19:30 - 22:00
Presented by JM Drama Alumni

Join us for a reading of this year’s JM Drama production of “Rachel Carson” by Steven Elliott Jackson and get more information on the upcoming auditions and opportunities for designers and crew for the production. This is your first chance to hear the play and to consider helping out with the production this August. Hope to see you there!

Synopsis:

In 1958, after numerous awards for her books, Rachel Carson settled into a life of observing nature with her adopted great nephew, Roger and her neighbour, Dorothy. The simple life she wanted though became a race against time as she began work on the greatest environmental book of all time. She just didn’t realize how great the challenge would be and just how much time she would have to write it.
