The Polaris Theatre

06/10/2026

Okay, , we're asking for your help here!

The Blue Room Collective (based right here at Polaris) needs your votes in the 'people's choice' category to move forward to the nomination round!

Anyone can vote. Please spread the word!

https://yycmusicawards.com/nominees/peoples-choice-award/

, we're asking for your help!

After just one season, our name has been put forward for the YYCMusicAwards in the "People's Choice" Category. This is pre-nomination. We'd love if you'd put in a vote for us!

Blue Room Collective --> Lament.
That hammond is really growling!

Jay Michalak, Trumpet
Dylan Martin, Trombone
Carlos Foggin, Piano & Organ
Tyler Hornby, Drums
Kodi Hutchinson, Bass

https://yycmusicawards.com/nominees/peoples-choice-award/

06/01/2026

Another exciting show JUST added to our 2026-27 Polaris Season.

Sunday Matinée February 28th.

This brings our total of brass shows to 3 next year
- Altius Brass December 5
- Foothills Brass Quintet February 28
- Little Brown Jug Brass March 19

Tijuana Brass & More! Step back into the swinging ’60s with Brass in Pop Music of the 60s 🎺Featuring the iconic sounds of Herb Alpert’s Tijuana Brass, Al Hirt, Bert Kaempfert, The Beatles, and more! 📅 February 28 | 🕑 3 PM📍 Polaris Theatre🎟 $35 Adults / $22 Students & SeniorsDon’...

05/28/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 25th for an intimate evening with the music of Gordon Lightfoot, featuring John Paul Byrne.

Info & Tickets:
https://www.showpass.com/gordon-lightfoot-2026/
www.polariscentre.ca

05/25/2026

Get ready for a night of rock ’n’ roll nostalgia as we celebrate the King of Rock & Roll in a high-energy tribute show! From “Suspicious Minds” to “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” experience the hits that defined an era.

October 3rd, 2026
Full band. Full spectacle. Full Elvis.

Dust off your blue suede shoes and don’t miss your chance to relive the music, the moves, and the magic.

Tickets on sale now.
https://www.showpass.com/polaris-elvis/

05/23/2026

Announcing our 2026-27 Concert Series.

This is a big scary step for us. Up until now, the theatre has primarily operated as a rental venue, which sees seasonal fluctuation in programming quantity. We wanted to offer you more programming during the year, so we’re trying something new: presenting our own curated series of performances.

We've split the 17 confirmed shows into two streams.
1. Blue Room Collective (Our Intimate Jazz & Blues Series)
2. "Polaris Presents" (Tribute Shows & Local Legends)

There's a mix of tribute shows, original productions, local legends, and holiday specials—so there really is something for everyone. Add in the seven Blue Room shows (recently announced), and we’re now looking at regular programming, for the most part, at least twice a month.

Ticket packages are available in the following formats:
1. Full Season Ticket (everything) - save 25% plus VIP perks
2. Blue Room Series (7 shows) - save 20% plus VIP perks
3. Polaris Presents Series (10 shows) - save 20% plus VIP perks
4. "Polaris Passport". Save 15% when you choose 4+ shows.

More info: https://www.polariscentre.ca/2026-27-season-tickets

Classical music lovers, don't despair. There are some REALLY exciting discussions in the works - we just can't let the cat out of the bag quite yet.

05/09/2026

It’s concert day!!

05/05/2026

Join us this Saturday May 9th for "May Cabaret"
Performers include:
- KJ Miller (vocalist)
- Shelly Fullerton (vocalist)
- Ben Cannon (Comedian)
- Simon Mallett (Magician)
- Leo Sato & Company (Tango Dancers)
plus some solo selections by Jay and Dylan, and the Blue Room collective house band with Carlos, Kodi, and Tyler.

Tix: www.showpass.com/may-cabaret

04/27/2026

John Paul Byrne's Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Show is back by popular demand! The last time they played here, the event sold out. Don't miss your chance to hear this great band!

"I can’t believe it…. This band sounds exactly like Gordon Lightfoot!"

"John Paul Byrne sounds just like Gordon Lightfoot.”

The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Show is playing at Polaris on June 25!

Tickets now on sale!

tickets: https://www.showpass.com/gordon-lightfoot-2026/

04/02/2026

Merry Christmas...err, Happy Easter!
Have a wonderful weekend, despite the wintry weather.

We won't be at our desks again 'til Monday.
Phone and email inquiries will be returned next week.

04/01/2026

We’re starting to fill our 2026–27 calendar and still have some dates available. We’re looking for local artists ready to headline their own show in a soft-seat theatre — primarily originals or tribute groups featuring unique work, not standard cover bands.

We aren’t a bar — the theatre is open for events only. There are no servers taking orders or patrons shouting at bartenders. The room is quiet and responds beautifully even to the softest sounds. Our Meyer system ensures your vocals and instruments are crystal-clear without getting loud or muddy. The space sounds best when the volume isn’t maxed out — clarity and balance matter more than sheer volume.

We host everything from opera, solo piano, jazz combos, big bands, country, cabaret, theatre and comedy, roots, folk, pop, and more. Acoustic and lightly-amplified acts tend to shine, while fully maxed-out amps may not translate as well. A Steinway piano and Hammond organ are on site — no need to haul heavy gear.

We’re looking for artists who:
• Deliver 100–120 minutes of polished material
• Prioritize clarity and tone over volume
• Have a proven track record in smaller venues
• Are comfortable in a listening-room / soft-seat theatre environment

Emerging artists may prefer our guarantee + split model, while veterans often rent the venue outright. Our box office handles all ticketing so you can focus entirely on your show.

If this fits your act, reach out to [[email protected]] with a link to your EPK.

We’d love to support your vision and your show!