Concerts

Witness the exceptional talents of RCM alumni Luka Coetzee and Jon Kimura Parker as they perform a varied selection of works from Gershwin’s Three Preludes to cello sonatas by Brahms and Rachmaninov, and beyond. Ticket link below. **Use the promo code for 15% off**. $45-$85 “Tonally, technically, and musically superb,” Canadian cellist Luka Coetzee “plays sublimely, with an interpretative grasp [and] phenomenal musicianship [that] should on no account be missed,” said *Fanfare Magazine*. Since her professional debut at age 11, Luka has appeared as soloist with orchestras worldwide including the Helsinki Philharmonic, Lahti Symphony, Cape Town Philharmonic, Stuttgart Chamber, and more. At the age of one, Luka had her first cello lesson with Christine Bootland. Luka also started playing piano at the age of three and finished the Royal Conservatory of Music ARCT piano exam with First Class Honours under the instruction of Derek Chiu. Known for his passionate artistry and engaging stage presence, Canadian pianist (and RCM alumnus) Jon Kimura Parker is “insightful, energetic” (*The New York Times*), with “absolutely top-notch music-making, as fine as one could ever expect to hear” (Washington Post). A veteran of the international concert stage, he has performed regularly in the Berlin Philharmonie, Carnegie Hall, London’s South Bank, the Sydney Opera House, and the Beijing Concert Hall. Please join us! This concert is preceded by a short performance by talented students of The Royal Conservatory. **Prelude Recital starts at 7:00pm**. PROGRAM: Omar Daniel: Duo for Violoncello and Piano Johannes Brahms: Cello Sonata No. 2 in F Major, op. 99 George Gershwin: Three Preludes Sergei Rachmaninov: Cello Sonata in G Minor, op. 19 Ticket link: Promo code for 15% off----ISCULTURE15 (manually type this in) Promo works for all tickets (except the purple seats) https://www.rcmusic.com/events-and-performances/luka-coetzee-with-jon-kimura-parker Plan to attend the 7pm pre-concert in the Hall lobby!!

SPACE IS LIMITED! This is a much smaller class than our 7:30 pm event and we can only accept a limited number of students. Key areas of focus: Practicing oral communication (speaking languages), for conversations, presentations, interviews and job skills Schedule: 1. 6:30- 7:15 pm : 45 -minute language conversation class with certified award-winning language teacher John Dias. 2. Language exchange social (7:30-11 pm): includes Free access to the Toronto's BIGGEST Language Party and Social Party also in the Madison Pub led by teacher John Dias (same location) **Cost: just $ 5 while we have this promo.** **PROMO (Limited Time): $5 fee will give you access to both events (usual rate: $15 total)** Feel free to message us if you have any questions!

Experience an old school CFNY Video Road Show Dance Party with Ivar Hamilton. The Video Road Show begins at 11pm after the sold out CFNY Documentary screening. This dance party will be playing some of the great songs that made you fall in love with CFNY. Friday Feb 20, 2026 CFNY VIDEO ROAD SHOW Dance Party with Ivar Hamilton. Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - 19+ $10 Cover - Doors 11PM INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/1871497673483547

Due to demand, we'll add a second February **Art Crawl** on *Saturday February 21rst. (Thank you for filling up the January Crawl so quickly and smoothly!)* For February 21rst--**We will be along Richmond St West.** I will send the route to the confirmed attendees later this month. **PLEASE** read everything over first! What are the next steps.. About 15 members each time. **Once/twice each month** on a *Saturday afternoon*. (1pm-3pm range) **$10 per person. Sent via e-transfer when you signup/rsvp.** ***We will visit 3 different*** (downtown) galleries each month (short walks between each one). \*\*\*Each WALK will be different galleries. \*\*We'll meet the Gallery owners/artists/directors--who will lead us in 30 minutes of tour and conversation at each stop. Cold, hail, snow, rain, slush---**we will carry on!** \-\-\-NO cancellations/No refunds or any re\-scheduling\. Interested in ART/artists--**and learning/visiting the exceptional local downtown galleries we have in Toronto?** Saturday February 21rst (1pm-3:30pm) Mark it in your calendar. Once I have 12-14 confirmations from Meetup members (you)--I will email you the location of this ART Crawl!! In a few weeks. *If interested, please email me $10 (e-transfer)* @ torontoisculture@gmail.com **Include your first name only, and email address for a reply. I will then confirm you.** See you on February 7th (FULL) & 21rst. We will do this in January, February, March, and possibly April 2026. 12 galleries in total. Each month will be posted separately. $10 each time. **January 2026 was FULL.** You can email me directly here or questions. torontoisculture@gmail,com Greg Thanks. Upcoming: March 2026.

**A new format: you choose who you're interested in meeting** This meetup is about getting to know new people and sharing the experience in a small group (3-6 people). *We use the LYTT platform to handle group size and balance - so you're not just hoping someone interesting shows up.* To apply you will need to create an account at [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex) \- it's free\. **The event: Bebop & Standards at Toronto's Jazz Institution** The Rex has been Toronto's jazz institution since 1951. The intimate upstairs room fits 60 people max - candlelit tables, craft cocktails, and musicians close enough to see the sweat on their brows during a solo. Thursday nights bring bebop and standards from some of the city's best players. Two 45-minute sets with a break in between - perfect for catching up with your crew, debating whether that bass solo was genius or showing off, and ordering another round. This isn't background music. This is sit-down, listen-up jazz from people who've dedicated their lives to it. The whole experience runs about 3 hours. **The group: LYTT platform** LYTT forms small groups for events and activities you pick. 1\. Click 'Attend' here on Meetup\, then head to [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex) to create a quick profile (photo, a few interests, short bio) 2\. Browse others who applied and select who you'd want to meet 3\. We form groups where the interest is mutual 4\. You get notified when your group is confirmed \- payment happens then 5\. Show up knowing your crew already picked you \- *but no one knows who picked who*, to keep mystery and low pressure Applying doesn't guarantee a spot - but we may form multiple groups or invite you to similar events with other crews. **What's included:** \- Entry to the upstairs jazz room \- Two 45\-minute sets from world\-class musicians \- Set break for conversation and connection **Details:** **Cost:** $25 CAD. Drinks separate ($12-16 cocktails, $8-10 beer). **Group size:** 4-6 people **Location:** The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar, 194 Queen St W, Toronto **Who this is for:** \- 27\-40ish\, give or take \- People who love live jazz \- Those who want intimate performances\, not background noise \- Looking for friends\, dates\, or just better ways to spend an evening **Questions?** hey@lytt.me **Proceed to register here:** [https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex)

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We'll reconnect with our friends at **Citadel + Compagnie**--for a Sunday afternoon dance performance--with Japanese *Taiko drumming!* On Parliament Street. **Ticket link** is below ($25-$35) **Tea with Mara**, meaning to invite Mara (your ‘demons’) for tea, is set in this ‘spirited’ space, embodying Japanese Canadian and Buddhist mythology, practices and philosophy. This interdisciplinary collaboration between dance/theatre and music, animates themes of suffering, pleasure, transformation, and the interconnection between the past, present, and future. Toronto Premiere Approximate Run Time: 60 minutes **Ticket link**: General Admission (about 100 seats) https://www.citadelcie.com/event/tea-with-mara/?mc_cid=493953cd7c&mc_eid=73b1c29a29 **About the Dance company:** https://www.citadelcie.com/citadel-compagnie/

Welcome everyone! Friendly Pick up game of soccer! All levels and genders are welcome. Please bring a white and colored shirt. Free parking available as well. This event is free to attend. Arguments or fighting will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave if you initiate any. Please RSVP and make sure you are on the "going" list in order to attend.

**A new format: you choose who you're interested in meeting** This meetup is about getting to know new people and sharing the experience in a small group (4-6 people). *We use the LYTT platform to handle group size and balance - so you're not just hoping someone interesting shows up.* To apply you will need to create an account at [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe) \- it's free\. **The event: Live Indie Rock at The Horseshoe Tavern** The Horseshoe Tavern has been the launching pad for Canadian rock since 1947. The Rolling Stones kicked off their '97 world tour here. Blue Rodeo ran their record label from the basement. The Tragically Hip wrote about the checkerboard floors. This is where legends are made - and where you'll catch tomorrow's headliners tonight. Weekend showcases bring 2-4 indie rock bands through the intimate 300-person venue. Close to the stage, loud enough to feel it, small enough that every band treats it like their shot. The energy is electric, the sound system iconic, and your crew gets table seating to claim home base between sets. The whole experience runs about 3.5 hours. **The group: LYTT platform** LYTT forms small groups for events and activities you pick. 1\. Click 'Attend' here on Meetup\, then head to [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe) to create a quick profile (photo, a few interests, short bio) 2\. Browse others who applied and select who you'd want to meet 3\. We form groups where the interest is mutual 4\. You get notified when your group is confirmed \- payment happens then 5\. Show up knowing your crew already picked you \- *but no one knows who picked who*, to keep mystery and low pressure Applying doesn't guarantee a spot - but we may form multiple groups or invite you to similar events with other crews. **What's included:** \- Entry to the showcase \- 2\-4 bands performing live \- Table seating for your group **Details:** **Cost:** $25 CAD cover. Drinks separate. **Time:** 8:00pm - 11:30pm **Location:** The Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West, Toronto **Who this is for:** \- People who love live music \- Those who want to discover new bands with people who'll actually discuss them after \- Looking for friends\, dates\, or just better ways to spend a Saturday night **Questions?** hey@lytt.me **Proceed to register here:** [https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe)

Last month you little dancers came knocking on the dancefloor with a packed night so we're back Saturday, February 21st to do it again... Rebel Yell Retro 80's & 90's Dance Party! w/ DJs Dwight Hybrid + Thomas Hall Dovercourt House - 805 Dovercourt Road, Toronto A high energy night of all of our fave music mixed by longtime retro DJs Dwight Hybrid & Thomas Hall of Retro Mix Video Dance Party. It's a nice day to dance again so don't dance with yourself. See you all again Saturday, February 21st! $15 Cash-At-Door Cover Only Presented by: Hybrid Events fb: [https://www.facebook.com/HybridEventsToronto](https://www.facebook.com/HybridEventsToronto?__cft__[0]=AZapAnhGcDHvUSNOFvyUGd69n0XcCbyS_v10gUpg3sphAOynLumKyzqTDR_stZ6Pvu4jJ1qwKrZ1LqBXV5cCeQcDIqH-2nRcVpf7MnpcrUF7VbPTyDD6vFpaO5XgTogYMP5ZCKhvvZaSV4qRfRGqgwu6&__tn__=q) ig: [www.instagram.com/dwight.hybrid/](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdwight.hybrid%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6JEHbDodBYfuABKUfZMQB_nNgFxb8zBXiXroIK8G3QdHmR8lWhdYwJ2fLTuA_aem_31mJWrkX0xuxEP2aDUrZvA&h=AT2udgR1XtrJoUM-RnzrIxavPmvKWtKrLNV2NU88cBzwMG1L2qTAryjEiGWNki30OP4Jcx3x1QnoVbeed0sJ4C6ETg2JEW5TEawwqAcdgrj_MeetrX9Q3dXn7XPqRJ__G4KajqdtrKZUIqM3sI4&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2RKBK7r0b-0larOAAM5s5gW6r00pG-CP1vK9nOOmoXyAAG1no2yV03FdSj43qr-NyYxGE-fjLwx-qHa-RHg51h6TeuMl1D-EIhhpKs9M3o_TvUhpF0OibeP0lJgk74ho7dbsP9GMHtUZZCwKYinqssB2XO7AFXmYw) mixcloud: [https://www.mixcloud.com/dwighthybrid](https://www.mixcloud.com/dwighthybrid?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4MorcOyzf9nLneEqS829w9KIPMnbY4X3DzMjtwlrhJVGA5CJV7PzTMMGjCaw_aem_t1FgncT3TCGzfWgNFb-rCg) youtube: [https://www.youtube.com/@DJDwightHybrid](https://www.youtube.com/@DJDwightHybrid?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR48V__FWI7kw82T_YuBNcpOwEDK3t3iD_GtzDNiztQUyRfgh69PVDRPiJoIJw_aem__ptgzXs6SSpsWcvh9GTw1Q) Retromix Video Dance Party fb: [https://www.facebook.com/RetromixTO](https://www.facebook.com/RetromixTO?__cft__[0]=AZapAnhGcDHvUSNOFvyUGd69n0XcCbyS_v10gUpg3sphAOynLumKyzqTDR_stZ6Pvu4jJ1qwKrZ1LqBXV5cCeQcDIqH-2nRcVpf7MnpcrUF7VbPTyDD6vFpaO5XgTogYMP5ZCKhvvZaSV4qRfRGqgwu6&__tn__=q) ig: [https://www.instagram.com/retromixtoronto/](https://www.instagram.com/retromixtoronto/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4Sy4_qm4zUnRGwWC6Nj4ltE7kKlfZA1ZxR96_EicxtZe5reb9F3Y9TvBgFTg_aem_C0lCgNaCMRUUyLkvtUCT5A) web: [retromix.ca](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fretromix.ca%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR48V__FWI7kw82T_YuBNcpOwEDK3t3iD_GtzDNiztQUyRfgh69PVDRPiJoIJw_aem__ptgzXs6SSpsWcvh9GTw1Q&h=AT3tNH-T5MaNr24K-zBgSvgJi82Ek8zIx3ZuEojMHeIphxWSdW3SOrcCQR7jsiYvniNopQ8MTmri1vS0caZ2WygdgRFBJwT-YMHwkdtZxJnA75hSumRQvLfsyCxr4_KZFjfHfcjDBVD8u6A2Q1k&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2RKBK7r0b-0larOAAM5s5gW6r00pG-CP1vK9nOOmoXyAAG1no2yV03FdSj43qr-NyYxGE-fjLwx-qHa-RHg51h6TeuMl1D-EIhhpKs9M3o_TvUhpF0OibeP0lJgk74ho7dbsP9GMHtUZZCwKYinqssB2XO7AFXmYw)

Come join us for downtown karaoke at the Harmony Cafe in super trendy Kensington. If this is your first time, expect to make friends. 😊 Belt out your favorite pop songs, heavy metal, rap, musical theatre, or join in on the ensemble cast while serenading the crowd with boy band hits. We expect to go way past midnight, can you? (You don't have to lol) The Harmony cafe has a variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic libations, cocktails, and baked goods so have a bite late! Our karaoke host is **AJ** \- Make sure to get your name added to the list\! Our Karaoke machine is connected to YouTube so song selection is pretty much UNLIMITED 😵 \! (っ＾▿＾)۶🍸🌟🍺٩(˘◡˘ ) ======== **Support This Group 🥰🤩** We hope you're enjoying the Arts & Rec events! If you'd like to give support, please consider making a small Ko-fi donation of $5-10 USD at [https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto](https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto.)

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents Tickets ONLY $10: https://SpellboundFeb2026.eventbrite.ca **Sat Feb 21 - SPELLBOUND Video Dance Party. GOTH / DARKWAVE / POST-PUNK / INDUSTRIAL w/ BOY HARSHER Spotlight** SPELLBOUND is Canada's ONLY dark music video dance party. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Goth A.F. Contest $100 prize + custom trophy to the most gothed up patron. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saturday February 21, 2026 SPELLBOUND: Goth Video Dance Party w/ BOY HARSHER Spotlight Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto Lounge 9pm - Mainroom: 10pm - 19+ Event $10 advanced: https://SpellboundFeb2026.eventbrite.ca $15 at the door INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/2353845065129385/ (Please INVITE your friends) SPELLBOUND is a goth multimedia dance experience with classic and fresh dark music videos. SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!” PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

**Caller: Frank Buschelmann** **Band: The Rosenthorns** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Come join us at [Natalies](https://nataliesgrandview.com/) in Grandview for a free Happy Hour show. **The doors open at 5:00 pm.** Tonight is Sirens, an all girl rock band. This club has a great vibe with drink and eats specials. **The show runs from 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm.** There is no admission charge, but tips for the band are strongly encouraged. ***RESERVATIONS ARE FOR A 8-TOP; overflow can sit at the bar, lean in, or find available all season patio seating. MEMBERS ONLY, please. No guests.*** *(I have to pay for no shows. If you cancel late or no show, you may be temporarily removed from the group)*

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

# **Band: Old Possum's Menagerie; Caller: Richard Ades** Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening! **Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. Please bring your own refillable water bottle.