SaugaLIVE 2025-2026 Season Launch

Overview

The new 2025-2026 saugaLIVE season launched on Monday, June 2, 2025.

While the shows are announced in June and tickets are on sale, the season begins in October 2025 – with the second flight of shows to be announced later in the fall once the remainder of shows are confirmed.

Audiences will be entertained as the curtains rise again, marking the start of another great season of live entertainment!

What’s on tap this season:

Show Date	Show Title	About the Show	Venue MT: Meadowvale Theatre LAC: Living Arts Centre
Oct. 5, 2025	One Moe Time: A Tribute to Moe Koffman	Jazz pioneer Morris “Moe” Koffman was one of Canada’s most celebrated multi-instrumentalists. It was the flute, however, that arguably became his best-known instrument, thanks to hits like “Curried Soul” and “Swingin’ Shepherd Blues.” With more than 30 albums recorded over 40 years, Koffman explored a wide range of music genres with a fluidity born of the discipline of classical but the experimentation of jazz. Born in Toronto in 1928, he was called “one of Canada’s jazz institutions” by the New York Times, was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1997, and was named an officer of the Order of Canada in 1993.This tribute concert will feature an evening of music from Moe’s repertoire, performed by a stellar quintet led by Moe’s grandson, Jake Koffman, a talented and versatile multi-instrumentalist in his own right, carrying on the sounds of his legendary grandfather.	MT
Oct. 9, 2025 Nov. 13, 2025 Dec. 11, 2025 Jan. 8, 2026 Feb. 12, 2026 Mar. 12, 2026 Apr. 9, 2026 May 14, 2026	REEL Thursdays in collaboration with the TIFF Film Circuit	Get ready for the thrill of the unknown. Be the first to secure your spot to REEL Thursdays in Collaboration with TIFF Film Circuit. With titles announcing in the summer, the suspense starts now!	LAC
Oct. 19, 2025	Tom Morello: A Night of Stories & Music	Tom Morello: A Night of Stories & Music. Rock God. Justice fighter. Rabble-rouser. Ivy Leaguer. An American renegade and fearless truth teller. Rage Against the Machine’s guitar virtuoso, Tom Morello, is many things; but perhaps, he himself, sums it up best: a one-man revolution. For the first time ever, hear Morello fuse the deeply personal with the political in a rapturous, badass, one-man show that skillfully balances soul-bearing stories with spellbinding guitar fury.	LAC
Oct. 25, 2025 (rescheduled from Apr.. 25)	Twin Flames x River North Duo	Award-winning Canadian folk duos team up for an intimate performance in Studio Theatre	LAC
Nov. 13, 2025	Emily Calandrelli, The Space Gal	Get ready for an exciting evening of science, imagination, and inspiration with Emmy-nominated science TV host and author Emily Calandrelli —star of Emily’s Wonder Lab on Netflix! Emily brings science to life through fun stories, experiments, and real-world space adventures. With her infectious enthusiasm and mission to make STEM accessible, this event is perfect for kids, families, and future scientists of all ages. Whether your child dreams of becoming an astronaut, engineer, or simply wants to know how the world works, Emily’s talk will spark curiosity and ignite a love for learning.	LAC
Nov. 14, 2025 (rescheduled from Apr. 25)	Shea Couleé Live Featuring Lemon & The Virgo Queen	Internationally celebrated non-binary drag artist, actor, and recording artist alongside two stars from Canada’s Drag Race	LAC
Nov. 20, 2025	Digable Planets	Celebrate 30 years of cool with the legendary Digable Planets! The Grammy-winning trio behind “Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)” is bringing their jazz-infused hip hop and conscious lyrics to The Living Arts Centre for one unforgettable night. From the groundbreaking Reachin’ to the cult classic Blowout Comb, their sound defined an era — and still hits hard today.	LAC
Nov. 30, 2025	Xenia Concerts and The City of Mississauga Present: An Adaptive Concert with ASD Band	This adaptive music performance is being presented in a family-friendly, inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity and disability.	LAC
Dec. 4, 2025	STARS	Experience the soaring emotion and cinematic soundscapes of STARS, one of Canada’s most beloved indie bands, as they perform their breakthrough album Set Yourself On Fire live. Born from a winter unlike any other, Set Yourself On Fire was crafted in a remote Quebec cabin—part music retreat, part fever dream. Amid snowstorms and isolation, STARS poured every bit of chaos, creativity, and camaraderie into the record that would define a generation of indie rock. The result? An album brimming with heartache, hope, and unforgettable melodies. With lush arrangements, raw emotion, and anthems, this is more than a concert—it’s a chance to relive one of the most iconic albums in Canadian music history.	LAC
Dec. 15, 2025	The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition	Holiday magic is made year after year by Ballet Jörgen’s traditional treasure The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition. Created by acclaimed choreographer and Artistic Director Bengt Jörgen to Tchaikovsky’s well-loved score, this delightful classic is a favourite that brings magic to the holidays. Born from a collaboration with Kleinburg’s world renowned McMichael Canadian Art Collection, and with well over 100 costumes in richly coloured fabrics, The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition brings out the magic of Canada. 20th Century landscapes make up the stunning 30-foot backdrops, including Franklin Carmichael’s Church and Houses at Bisset (1931), Tom Thompson’s Snow in the Woods (1916), and L.L. Fitzgerald’s Trees and Wildflowers (1922). This is a beautiful Canadian work, and audiences are taken on Klara’s familiar, magical dream journey as she arrives in Canada and experiences winter landscapes filled with snowflakes, lumberjacks, Mounties, and creatures of the woods. This celebration of the wonder of the season is based on the popular traditional story The Nutcracker and the King of Mice by E.T.A. Hoffman, enjoyed by audiences for years. The ballet’s second act is remembered for its celebration of varied dances, and our charming divertissements of raccoons, loons, dragonflies, and bears demonstrate Klara’s longing for the summer months as she travels excitedly through her dreams. The iconic, show-stopping pas-de-deux in the final act is lovingly danced by Lord and Lady Birch as they usher Klara safely home at the end of the adventure. Ballet Jörgen’s Nutcracker is destined to become a national treasure that will warm the hearts of young and old alike. It is a holiday tradition that has showcased the magic of the season for years. Rediscover the joy of dance with the show that audiences flock back to again and again.	LAC
Dec. 16, 2025	Jann Arden Christmas Tour	Celebrate the holidays with Alberta’s own Jann Arden as she puts her unique spin on the classics you know and love, featured on her 2015 release ‘A Jann Arden Christmas’. Arden is a multi-platinum, award-winning singer, songwriter, actor and best-selling author. Her accolades include eight JUNO Awards including Female Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year, 10 SOCAN Awards and 4 Western Canadian Music Awards to name a few. An inductee of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, a Star on Canada’s Walk of Fame, and a recipient of the Order of Canada – Jann Arden is a national treasure.	LAC
Dec. 21, 2025	Broadsway: The Most Wonderful Time…Maybe!	BROADSWAY: four of Canada’s finest musical theatre, jazz, and cabaret artists doing the music of Broadway – and the Holidays – their way and delighting audiences in the process! Featuring Dora Mavor Moore award-nominee Diane Leah, JUNO and ECMA-nominee Heather Bambrick, international touring artist Julie Michels, and jazz / cabaret vocalist Kylie Martin, BROADSWAY combines musical theatre and humour in a way you’ve never seen or heard before. Their Holiday show, The Most Wonderful Time … Maybe celebrates the season with an evening of Yuletide classics and lesser-known seasonal gems, all put together in unique arrangements with tons of musicality and humour! CBC Radio called it “a musical version of the best Christmas party ever” … and it’s a party you won’t want to miss!	MT
Feb. 14, 2026	An Evening of Rock ‘n Romance with The Dreamboats	Calling all Valentine’s and Palentine’s, get ready to fall in love with rock ‘n’ roll all over again! The Dreamboats bring their high-energy, retro charm to The Living Arts Centre for a night packed with the feel-good sounds of the ’50s and ’60s. Fresh off international tours, this dashing Canadian quartet blends the vintage vibes of Chuck Berry and The Wonders with their own infectious energy. From Elvis’s pool to Ronnie Hawkins’ rock ‘n’ roll stories, The Dreamboats deliver an unforgettable show filled with timeless hits, wild tales, and non-stop dancing. Bring your sweetheart —or your dancing shoes —for a throwback Valentine’s celebration like no other!	LAC
Feb. 16, 2026	Jungle Book	The classic Mowgli stories burst to life using spectacular video, shadow-play, and original music. Jungle Book will transport you from Mowgli’s childhood with the wolves, tigers, and elephants of India, to our urban jungle today. The hit show delves into themes of belonging, and our relationship to the animal kingdom.	LAC
Feb. 22, 2026	Jump, Jive & Wail: A Tribute to Louis Prima	Frank Adriano Entertainment presentsJUMP, JIVE‘N’WAIL: A TributetoLouis Primafeaturing Rocco Continenza and the Testifiers! This 8-piece band serves up the swingin’-est,wildest, and zaniest set of Louis Prima hits including:BUONA SERA, JUST A GIGOLO,ANGELINA, Oh MARIE& more.This music is high energy entertainment that will keep yousinging, grooving, smiling and remember“When you’re smilin’,the whole world smileswith you…”This show closed the 2024 B-Jazzed festival inBrampton. It has played to sold out crowdsatRevival 1863speakeasy in Orangevilleand most recently played theCrossCurrentatthe Humber River Centre in Bolton.Theshow will be playingItalfest2025 in Bolton on June7th, and Villa Charities on September 9th.	MT
Mar. 12, 2026	A Perfectly Reasonable Night of Comedy	Step out of the house for an unforgettable evening with Peter Oldring and Pat Kelly (CBC Radio’s This is That) as they reunite with Carolyn Taylor (Baroness von Sketch Show). These comedy powerhouses come together for the first time since their early days at The Second City to deliver a delightfully absurd and wildly entertaining variety show. Presenting a little bit of what made This is That and Baroness von Sketch so special, your algorithm has no business being in the theatre during this evening when these seasoned comedians launch into their exceedingly reasonable evening of comedy. Don’t miss this rare and hysterical reunion.	LAC
Apr. 12, 2026	Standard Time: Carmen Spada & Friends	Renowned jazz pianist, vocalist, composer, and arranger Carmen Spada presents “StandardTime”, an unforgettable afternoon of his arrangements of some of jazz music’s most popular songs:“standards” amongst jazz enthusiasts. This concert will showcase Spada’s extraordinary talent as amulti-disciplinary jazz musician alongside a stellar lineup of guest artists, making for a wonderfulexperience of incredible artistry and musical chemistry.Drawing from the great tradition of jazz standards, “Standard Time” promises to transport theaudience back to the golden age of jazz, while offering refreshing new interpretations. Spada, knownfor his signature style and engaging stage presence, will be joined by a select group of outstandingmusicians to deliver a dynamic mix of classic tunes and modern jazz explorations.Carmen Spada has established himself as one of the most respected figures in the Canadian jazzscene, as both a musician and administrator, as the Artistic Director of B-Jazzed,and the World of JazzFestival. His artistic vision and artistry as a vocalist, pianist, and composer has earned him a loyalfollowing and widespread acclaim. Spada’s passion for jazz and his commitment to preserving itslegacy while pushing its boundaries make him a standout performer in the industry.
Apr. 26, 2026	Fred Penner: The Cat Came Back with The Canadian Arabic Orchestra	Calling all Fred Heads! Join 4-time Juno Award winner Fred Penner for a special performance celebrating his iconic song, “The Cat Came Back,” in a one-of-a-kind collaboration with Mississauga’s Canadian Arabic Orchestra. With over 40 years in the music industry, Fred Penner has touched the hearts of generations through his 13 beloved albums, his timeless TV series Fred Penner’s Place, and his engaging live shows. Known for his ability to inspire and uplift, Fred continues to bring joy to families across North America with his music and positive messages. In this exciting performance, Fred’s classic songs will be brought to life alongside the dynamic sound of the Canadian Arabic Orchestra. Blending the rich melodies of Arabic music with Fred’s signature style, this collaboration creates a one-of-a-kind musical experience that celebrates diversity, culture, and the power of music to connect us all. Don’t miss this unforgettable afternoon of music that unites cultures, generations, and hearts!	LAC
May 3, 2026	Xenia Concerts and The City of Mississauga Present: An Adaptive Concert with Ladom Ensemble	This adaptive music performance is being presented in a family-friendly, inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity and disability.	LAC

Additionally, the following shows will be included as part of the saugaLIVE brand and packages eligible for the saugaLIVE VIP program:

Date	Show Title	Brief Description	Venue
Oct. 31 – Nov. 9, 2025	Beautiful: The Carole King Musical	Part of the Encore Series, presented by Etobicoke Musical Productions	MT
Nov. 21-30, 2025	Anastasia: The Broadway Musical	Part of the Encore Series, presented by Clarkson Music Theatre	MT
Jan. 30 – Feb. 8, 2026	Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street	Part of the Encore Series, presented by Meadowvale Music Theatre	MT
Mar. 13-22, 2026	The Prom	Part of the Encore Series, presented by City Centre Musical Productions	MT
Apr. 24 – May 3, 2026	Annie	Part of the Encore Series, presented by Theatre Unlimited Performing Arts	MT
New subscriptions open May 24^th, individual show tickets on sale to the public July 27th	Mississauga Symphony Orchestra	Orchestra concert series and resident tenant at LAC	LAC

TICKET DETAILS:

To celebrate our 2025-26 season launch, save 20 per cent and no ticket fees when you buy tickets to two or more qualifying shows until July 4, 2025. Complete details available on saugalive.ca

About saugaLIVE:

saugaLIVE brings homegrown and internationally-recognized talent to world-class venues, facilities and public spaces, connecting artists and audiences. Offering live entertainment options for every budget and taste, including live concerts, comedy professional sports and community theatre. Mississauga’s venues are home to thriving arts, culture and events, with convenient amenities like free parking, onsite food and drink options.

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Complete details about the season as well as further information on exclusive offers, memberships and events can be found online at saugalive.ca

Council Corner Article:

The City of Mississauga is proud to announce an incredible lineup for the 2025-2026 season at two of its premiere live venues: Living Arts Centre and Meadowvale Theatre. Audiences will be entertained as the curtains rise again this autumn, marking the start of another great season of live entertainment.

Season highlights:

Intimate performances at Meadowvale Theatre include kicking off the season with One Moe Time: A Tribute to Moe Koffman – one of four curated performances from B-Jazzed, highlighting a spectrum of jazz stylings in this Sunday Matinee series.
As the season continues to unfold, prepare for an evening of spellbinding guitar fury and soul-bearing stories for the first time ever, from Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello.

Sway to the tunes of Award-winning Canadian folk duo Twin Flames, teaming up with Mississauga’s beloved, River North Duo. Experience the soaring emotion and cinematic soundscapes of STARS, one of Canada’s most beloved indie bands performing hits from their iconic album, Set Yourself on Fire.

You don’t want to miss this exclusive performance of legendary Digable Planets! Celebrating 30 years of cool, the Grammy-winning trio behind Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat) is bringing their jazz-infused hip-hop and conscious lyrics to the Living Arts Centre for one unforgettable night.

And that’s just the beginning! Here are some more exciting highlights you can look forward to this year:

A thrilling evening of science and imagination with Emmy-nominated science TV host, author, astronaut, and star of Emily’s Wonder Lab on Netflix, Emily Calandrelli! Family entertainment continues with Fred Penner and the Canadian Arabic Orchestra, presenting The Cat Came Back and other favourites incorporating Arabic sounds and instruments.

Enter the world of drag and be dazzled by internationally-renowned drag queen sensation and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 5, Shea Couleé, featuring two phenomenal opening acts by winner of Canada’s Drag Race vs. The World 2, Lemon and winner of Canada’s Drag Race 5, The Virgo Queen.
As the colder months approach, experience a little holiday magic with a reimagined ballet performance of The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition – produced by acclaimed choreographer and artistic director Bengt Jörgen or be captivated by the heartfelt music of the Jann Arden Christmas Tour as she puts her unique spin on the holiday classics you know and love.

Celebrate February 14 with your Valentine or Pal-entine – Mississauga’s own Dreamboats will have the crowd swooning – onsite dinner packages are available. On Family Day, follow the adventurous tale of The Jungle Book in a fascinating adaptation of the cherished childhood tale.

In the mood for some laughs? Step out of the house for an unforgettable evening with Peter Oldring and Pat Kelly, as they reunite with Carolyn Taylor for A Perfectly Reasonable Night of Comedy.
For the film lover, REEL Thursdays will return to the LAC for monthly screenings of festival favourites from around the world, in collaboration with TIFF Film Circuit.

There’s plenty more in store with more to be announced later this fall! For the complete 2025-2026 season lineup, visit saugalive.ca

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