Bachman Turner Overdrive Returns to the Stage and Hits the Peterborough Memorial Centre On April 29

The Peterborough Memorial Centre is ‘Takin’ Care of Business’ as they are hosting Bachman Turner-Overdrive (BTO) as part of the Back In Overdrive Tour 2025 on April 29, announced on Friday morning.

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Multi-platinum fellow Canadian rock bands April Wine and Headpins will open for the shows.

The band will perform hits from The Guess Who, the classic rock group Bachman co-founded with Burton Cummings.

“Years ago, BTO rocked Canada coast to coast, sharing the stage with acts like ZZ Top,” said Bachman. “Now, we're excited to return, bringing along Canadian rock legends April Wine and Headpins. Get ready for a night of 70's classic rock that continues to dominate the airwaves. I'll be playing all the Guess Who and BTO hits with my band, BTO, and with April Wine and Headpins joining us, it's going to be an unforgettable evening. Crank up the hits! Canadian rock is back and BTO is back."

Bachman has earned over 120 gold and platinum album/singles awards worldwide. His songwriting has garnered him the coveted #1 spot on radio playlists in over 20 countries and throughout his career, he has sold over 40 million records. A broad range of artists has recorded Randy’s songs and have been placed in dozens of TV shows, films and commercials.

Tickets go on sale next Friday.

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Contemporary Dance Company "Le Patin Libre" to Perform at Peterborough Memorial Centre

Public Energy Performing Arts is bringing the internationally-renowned contemporary dance company Le Patin Libre and their performance ‘Murmuration’ to the Peterborough Memorial Centre on April 8, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.

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Le Patin Libre of Montreal has assembled a company of 15 virtuoso skaters from 7 countries to perform the original dance on ice, ‘Murmuration’, based on the aerial ballets of swarms of birds.

According to a media release, the dancers move at high speeds around the rink, nearly careening into each other, coming together as one, instantly changing directions and splitting up into separate flocks.

Tickets for the event are available from the Peterborough Memorial Centre Box Office.

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Galaxy Meets the Circus as Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular his the PMC on Dec. 15

Marvel in intergalactic wonder as it meets Yuletide joy in Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Dec. 15 at 3 p.m., announced on Wednesday.

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The show is a combination of storytelling with thrill-seeking theatrics.

Full of award-winning circus-style performers, aerialists, contortionists, jugglers, dancers are performing for family entertainment.

Tickets go on sale on Sept. 20 at 10 a.m. online or in person at the box office. Tickets are priced at $39.50, $54.50 and $69.50 (plus applicable fees; subject to change). There is also a kid’s ticket price of $20.00 for children under the age of 12.

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The Basketball Antics of the Harlem Globetrotters Return to the Peterborough Memorial Centre Feb. 5

The Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their world-famous basketball antics to the Peterborough Memorial Centre to take on their renowned rivals, the Washington Generals, on Feb. 5, announced on Monday.

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See the trick-shot stars of basketball, bringing their signature spins, dunks and slams to the court as they showcase their superstars’ skills and seemingly impossible feats of athleticism.

Players go head-to-head in an exhilarating battle of skills featuring epic dunks, jaw-dropping four-point shots and more.

Fan engagement continues with pre-game offerings such as the Magic Pass with post-game access and more in-game fan interactions.

Tickets go on sale on Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. online. PMC Scoop members will have access to presale tickets online on Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. and in-person for Sept. 29 at 10 p.m.

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Comedian Chris D’Elia Brings "Straight Outta The Multiverse Tour" to Peterborough Memorial Centre Sept. 13

Comedian Chris D’Elia is making the Peterborough Memorial Centre a stop from his ‘Straight Outta The Multiverse Tour’ on Sept. 13 at 8 p.m.

D'Elia is also a father to sons, Calvin, born in 2020 and William, born in 2023. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

The stand-up comedian has toured the US and Canada and has three comedy specials available on Netflix: No Pain, Man on Fire and Incorrigible. He was chosen as one of four comics to represent the US in Netflix's 2019 Series ‘Comedians of the World’ which features 47 comedians from 13 regions in eight different languages. His first special, ‘White Male, Black Comic’ debuted on Comedy Central in 2013 and he can be seen on Comedy Central's Roast of Justin Bieber.

The comedian is also known for his podcast ‘Congrautlations with Chris D’Elia’ since its debut in February 2017. He is also a co-star on The Golden Hour with Brendan Schaub and Erik Griffin.

The venue pre-sale begins Wednesday at noon and the public sale is on Thursday at noon.

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Peterborough Memorial Centre Takes Blast to the Past With "The 80s Club" On Nov. 24

Bust out your neon scrunchies and get your acid wash jeans as the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) is hosting ‘The 80s Club’ featuring four bands bringing back the nostalgia for Nov. 24.

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Honeymoon Suite, A Flock of Seagulls, Men Without Hats and Spoons are performing their massive hits at the PMC.

“This tour is exciting for us in so many ways,” said Gord Deppe of Spoons. “It's the first time we've toured the country from coast to coast in decades, performing some places we haven't been to since the 80s. On top of that, I get to play with my own group, Spoons, as well as with my new bandmates, A Flock of Seagulls.”

Honeymoon Suite lit Canadian radio on fire in the 80s with hits including ‘Stay in the Light,’ ‘New Girl Now,’ ‘Feel it Again,’ ‘Wave Babies,’ and ‘Burning in Love.’

England’s A Flock of Seagulls is led by singer Mike Score. The Grammy Award-winning new wave act had massive hits like ‘I Ran (So Far Away)’ and ‘Space Age Love Song.’

Bringing their iconic 80s pop songs are Men Without Hat’s ‘The Safety Dance’ and ‘Pop Goes the World!’ The band’s Ivan Doroschuk was recently inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Formed in 1980, Spoons was an intrepid young band from Burlington that helped define the sound of Canadian 80s pop. Their album Arias & Symphonies was named one of the 20 Most Influential Albums of the 80s by The Chart Magazine. They have memorable hits such as ‘Romantic Traffic,’ ‘Old Emotions,’ and ‘Nova Heart.’ 

Tickets are available at the PMC’s website.

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Sarah McLachlan Kicks Off Canadian Tour Leg at the Peterborough Memorial Centre On Nov. 2

Grammy and Juno-award winning artist Sarah McLachlan has Peterborough and the Memorial Centre the first stop of her Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Tour.

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Joining her is the acoustic harmony trio Tiny Habits on their first tour of Canada.

“I think it’s interesting as an artist or as a human for that matter, to be able to go back and look at a postcard of a time in your life and reflect on it,” said McLachlan. “I think this tour is going to be a real walk down memory lane for me and I’m hoping that my audience, many of whom have been with me for 30 years, will also be able to go back in time with me.”

The tour celebrates McLachlan’s third studio album, Fumbling Towards Ecstasy, first released Oct. 22, 1993.

One dollar per ticket sale will be donated to the non-profit Sarah McLachlan School of Music which provides music education and mentorship free to children and youth facing barriers to access.

Tickets will be available starting with the artist presale on Tuesday. Additional presales will run throughout the week before the general on-sale begins May 31 at 10 a.m.

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Blippi: Join the Band Tour Makes Peterborough Memorial Center a Stop On Oct. 23

Blippi: Join the Band Tour is making a stop in Peterborough to entertain kids and their families at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Oct. 23, announced on Tuesday.

Blippi on Tour has traveled the globe multiple times and has delighted millions of international fans throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, with plans to visit many more new countries in 2024. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

The brand-new production features live musicians playing on stage in a never-before-seen show.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, with pre-sales beginning on Tuesday.

Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and musicians. They’ll explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, with fan-favorite Blippi hits

“We are turning it up to 11 with the Blippi: Join the Band Tour this Fall,” said Stephen Shaw, Founder and Co-President of Round Room Live. “Blippi is a rockstar for today’s kids and has been delighting millions of children and families all over the world.  A brand new show that amps up the excitement to an even higher volume with a live band onstage was the next logical step in continuing Blippi touring around the world.”

“Following the success of previous tours, Blippi: Join the Band Tour will bring families to their feet across the country to dance and sing along to their favorite Blippi hits as well as some brand new songs.” said Susan Vargo, Head of Global Experiences at Moonbug Entertainment. “Parents and kids alike will share in making music the Blippi way, with curiosity and silliness center stage.”

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Circus Antics of Cirque LuzDalia Hit Peterborough Memorial Centre On May 19

Circus show Cirque LuzDalia will entertain the masses at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on May 19 at 1:30 p.m., announced on Tuesday.

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The 90-minute family-friendly show consists of acrobats, daredevils, aerialists, comedians and more.

For anyone arriving early, families can experience the kid's fun zone with face painting, play with circus toys and savour delicious circus treats before the show begins.

Just 10 minutes before showtime, join the circus in the ring for the ultimate kids' all-access pre-show experience. Children can get up close and personal with the magic behind the scenes.

Attendees will also have the chance to indulge in delectable circus treats and take home unique souvenirs, immersing themselves in the enchanting world of Cirque LuzDalia.

Prices range from $17.50* - $200.00*
*All ticket prices are subject to applicable fees and taxes. Prices are subject to change

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Country Music Legends Sawyer Brown to Rock Peterborough Memorial Centre on Oct. 30

Country Music legends Sawyer Brown, alongside Shenandoah and special guest George Fox, will stop at the Peterborough Memorial Centre as a tour stop on Oct. 30, announced on Monday.

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“One of the unique things about the band is we don’t really have a lot of love songs. We have life songs,” said Mark Miller, Sawyer Brown lead singer and frontman.

Sawyer Brown delivers their blue-collar, grass-roots message through music.

Marty Raybon and Mike McGuire formed Shenandoah in 1984 in Muscle Shoals, Alabama with bassist Ralph Ezell, keyboardist Stan Thorn and guitarist Jim Seales.

Legendary Canadian singer George Fox will open the show. Fox has a mantle of country music awards, has recorded 11 albums, opened for some of the biggest names in country music, and headlined sold-out shows coast to coast.

Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. online, by phone at 705-743-3561 or in person at the PMC Box Office. Tickets prices range from $59.00 to $95.00 (plus applicable fees).

There is a venue presale for PMC Scoop members beginning Wednesday at 10 a.m. – fans can sign up to receive the promo code online.

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