Rose Theatre

Rose Theatre showing street scenes
From community theatre performances to professional shows, one of Toronto’s finest theatres celebrates creativity and self-expression in all its forms.

Enjoy atmospheric orchestra and gorgeous classical music at the Rose Theatre. Sit back into a comfortable chair and watch the experts or learn and develop your own skills at a variety of interactive events.

Grand in stature, the Rose Theatre aims to bring the delights of outstanding performance to the local population while encouraging people of all ages to embrace and experiment with the arts themselves.

For a truly unforgettable evening, see a show at the 880-seat main theatre, reserved for top quality acts from across North America. Enjoy music of classical and modern genres as well as some of Canada’s finest actors.

By contrast, the smaller 160-seat secondary hall is the place to come for more informal stand-up comedy nights, improvisation and shows put on by the town’s performing arts institution. Also popular are a variety of events with the audience having the opportunity to interact and learn from those on stage. Find out if you can ballroom dance in front of a crowd or learn the secrets of comedy before trying out your best jokes.

See rotating art collections at the upper-level exhibition space at the Rose Theatre. If you visit during the summer, make sure to experience an outdoor performance at the Lorna Bissel Fountain Stage in charming Garden Square. Have a drink from the bar and enjoy a show out in the sun or under the stars.

The Rose Theatre is located in the heart of Brampton, a 5-minute drive south from the town centre. Pay to park in the garage beneath the theatre. Purchase tickets to your choice of programmes online or in person at the box office. Save your ticket stubs for discounts at select restaurants and hotels near the theatre.

Attend events at the fountain stage for free. Evening and weekend parking is free. The Rose Theatre offers Ride to the Rose, a combination of discounted tickets and free door-to-door rides for senior citizens 65 and over.

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