24/25 Flato Markham Theatre Arts & Entertainment House Program: Volume 4

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Classic Albums Live Performs:

Greatest Hits

Fri., March 7 // 8pm

Classic Albums Live brings some of the greatest hits of The Eagles with unparalleled precision and passion. Featuring rich harmonies and intricate arrangements, the album includes timeless tracks like Take It to the Limit, Desperado, Take It Easy, and One of These Nights. These songs capture universal emotions and moments, from love and longing to carefree grooves.

The first half of the show will be a faithful rendition of the album, while the second half unleashes The Eagles’ greatest hits. No impersonations, no gimmicks—just pure, heartfelt performances that resonate deeply.

BAND LINEUP:

Nick Hildyard - Vocals, 2nd keyboard

Frank Koren - Guitar, Background Vocals

Tim Wilson - Guitar, Background Vocals

Mark Stewartson - Guitar, Background Vocals

James Taylor - Bass, Background Vocals

Josh Hoffman- Keyboard, Background Vocals

Dale Harrison - Drums

Sat., March 8 // 7pm

Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober Fraggle embark on a quest to find the lost Celebration Stone - an ancient treasure with the power to unite everyone for the ultimate party. Along the way, they discover magic, adventure, and something more memorable and heartfelt than they ever imagined!

Filled with the comedy, dancing, and music that are hallmarks of the iconic Jim Henson Company, this all-new, family friendly stage adventure features vibrant walkaround versions of the Fraggles, new puppet versions of their industrious friends the Doozers, appearances by a giant Gorg, and exciting new puppet creature friends - all crafted by the renowned Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. Based on the Emmy-winning Apple TV+ original series Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, the interactive musical stage production includes both new and classic Fraggle songs, immersive effects, and all the hilarious, heartwarming magic that has captivated audiences for over 40 years.

Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler

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Sat., March 15 // 8pm

Featuring world class musicians who play live on stage, star vocalists singing live and world champion dancers, the show is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms performed at lightning speed and slick choreography by its ensemble of champion step dancers and live band bringing who have brought audiences to their feet around the world.

Join us on a journey through Ireland’s history from the ancient, rich in legend and myth, to the modern, urban Ireland that we see today, bursting with talent. It will be Irish in essence with a new edge from its roots in Sean Nos to the modern style we see today, this new production of Rhythm of the Dance takes the audience on a thrilling breathless journey for two hours.

Red Hot Chilli Pipers

Fri., April 4 // 8pm

Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show so hot it carries its own health warning!

It’s Bagpipes. It’s Rock. It’s Bagrock. AC/DC meets the poet Robert Burns. Where rock anthems sit comfortably alongside the great tunes from the glens and the mountains of Scotland. It’s a 9-piece ensemble consisting of pipers, guitarists, keyboards, and drummers -- who have been rocking the world from New York to Beijing to Melbourne and everywhere in between with musicianship of the highest order and a passion for pipes that will leave you breathless.

The Chillis have never been more in demand for their infectious style of feel-good music which appeals right across the age range to people all over the world. Theirs are the very best musicians from Scotland and across the globe – many holding World Champion titles and all serious players with impressive credentials and qualifications. There has never been anything quite like The Red Hot Chilli Pipers. Feel the Chilli heat: It’s time to come closer to the fire!

The Cookers

Sat., April 5 // 8pm

Player for player, there’s no better working band in jazz than The Cookers. –The Boston Globe

Jazz supergroup The Cookers features a lineup of masterful journeyman musicians delivering passionate, high-energy post-bop in the tradition of iconic groups like Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers and Horace Silver's 1960s ensembles.

Led by legends Eddie Henderson, David Weiss, Donald Harrison, George Cables, Cecil McBee, and Billy Hart, this powerhouse group redefines the boundaries of post-bop jazz.

Get ready for a performance that will blow the roof off!

Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque

Sun., April 6 // 2pm & 6pm

The Afrique en Cirque symbolizes the strength, agility and joy of life found in African youth. A handful of daring acrobats, accompanied by their musicians, perform to the pulsating rhythm of the djembes of Guinea with their authentic and original choreography and acrobatics. With the melodious sound of the Kora, Yamoussa Bangoura transports us to a place where the diversity of traditional African arts is illuminated, and combined with the virtuosity of a modern North American circus performance.

ABOUT CIRQUE KALABANTÉ:

Kalabanté Productions was founded by Yamoussa Bangoura, a multidisciplinary artist from Guinea. His dream was to create a school of circus arts and lead a company specializing in African arts.Yamoussa's interest in circus arts began in the 1990s in Conakry, Guinea. In the early 2000s, he was recruited by Cirque Éloize in Montreal, where he also performed with Cirque du Soleil and Cavalia. In 2007, he fulfilled his dream by founding Kalabanté Productions in Montreal, recruiting many of his family members, including twin sisters, brothers, and cousins.

The Jim Cuddy Band

Thurs., April 17 // 8pm

Known for crafting timeless songs that define the Canadian soundtrack, Jim Cuddy returns with his highly anticipated sixth solo album, All The World Fades Away. This collection of poignant and reflective tracks draws from decades of memories, offering a heartfelt celebration of life’s journey. With hits like Learn to Live Alone and Impossible, Jim’s masterful storytelling and iconic voice promise a night filled with soulstirring melodies.

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness one of Canada’s most celebrated artists, a 15-time JUNO Award winner and Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee, live in concert.

Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler

is a community based initiative fully funded by United Soils Management.

Since its inception in 2012, we have had over 4000 families participate in our programs as members.

All of our events and activities are provided at no cost to our members.

We base everything we do on 3 fundamental values; family, education and physical activity. We are proudly York Region based and our goal is to give back to the community that we live, work and play in.

Once families sign up as members they receive access to any of our programs and each child receives their own membership card which can be used all year round. From our educational summer ice cream nights to bursaries we provide to local high school students issued by faculty, our relationship with various communities allows for us to continually advance our spectrum of programs as we are doing here at the FLATO Markham Theatre providing culture through music and entertainment for children.

Tiny Seedlings is driven by two mothers in the community who recognize that safety, fun and physical activity are at the top of every parent’s list for their kids.

No strings, no fees, just great family fun!

Tiny Seedlings

Thurs., April 24 // 8pm

Just For Laughs is taking the show on the road and bringing its funniest alumni to Markham!

Don’t miss some of the best acts from the world’s largest and most prestigious comedy festival when the 19th edition of the Just For Laughs Road Show rolls into Markham this spring!

Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler

Led Zeppelin

Fri., April 25 // 8pm

Jeans ‘n Classics brings together the music of two of the most incredible, iconic rock bands into one amazing show. Led by David Blamires, this production pays tribute to the groundbreaking sounds, powerful lyrics, and electrifying performances that defined a generation.

The Who, once called “the most exciting thing around” by Paul McCartney, created some of the greatest albums and songs of all time, selling over 100 million records. Led Zeppelin, described as “talented, complex, grasping, beautiful, and dangerous,” built one of the most enduring legacies in rock, with over 200 million albums sold and an unmatched string of #1 hits.

This show captures the raw energy and timeless appeal of these legendary bands, celebrating the music that continues to shape rock history. From soaring vocals to epic guitar riffs, it’s a thrilling tribute to two of the greatest names in rock and roll.

Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler

David Wilcox

Sat., April 26 // 8pm

A superb entertainer. A Master guitar player. A great soulful singer. A unique songwriter.

These are a few of the ways David Wilcox has been described. None of them do him justice. Until you have seen David in concert, you have yet to experience something truly remarkable.

Multiple gold and platinum albums, countless fans of all agesthese are testimony. His music has been skated to by Olympic champions Sale and Pelletier, his songs have appeared in movies like Cocktail with Tom Cruise. Whether it's a backyard barbecue, a TV theme (Street Legal), Carnegie Hall, the Montreux Jazz Festival with John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin - the music of David Wilcox is a blend of rock, blues, country, ragtime and other roots styles that keeps evolving and growing.

Photo Credit: Yaya Stempler

THANK YOU!

SHOOTING STARS $500-$999

Terry & Mary Bryon

Alwyn Enterprises

Bryan S Katz

Robin Bryan

Mr & Mrs Bill Crothers

Nilesh & Lucie Hathi

Barbara Holmes

David and Jo-Anne Blinn

Barb & Dave Reid

Eric & Susanne Tappenden of Chapel Ridge

SUPER STARS $250–$499

Carol & Gerald Knowles

Sandy & Jim Koteles

Jocelyn McPhail & Sandy Petersen

SHINING STARS $150–$249

Mr & Mrs G.H. Punky Boyle

Denise and Andy Chong

Harrie and Elizabeth Cleveland

Jean Cuthbertson

Marla David

Leroy D'Cunha

Mayur Bhagani

Zoe Christidis & Endel Mell

Barbara Ann Crozier

Susanne and Bob Eastwood

Cathy Emmons

Carol Evans

Sharon and Frank Fazzari

Cheryl & John Flint

Jeremy Gibbens

Scott & Susan Gibson

Holo Devnani

Mary Haffey

Willam Harman

W. Inkpen

Ted & Lynda Langdon

Lenny Liscio

Marianne MacBride

STAR GAZER $75–$149

Roni Gordon

Mary Bell & William Graber

Robert & Angela Grattage

Susan & Winfried Heim

Paul & Dawn Johnson

Brent Kerwood

Deborah Kimber

Evelyn Krakauer

Frank & Mary Leone

Ken and Glenda Metrick

Brian, Debbie and Martin Mitgang

Sonja & David Murphy

Gordon & Elaine McInnis

Ted and Val Pike

Brian & Donna Reeve

Ann Schwemler

Jim and Joanne Stewart

Gloria Tellis

Harry Tonogai

Steven Misener

Dean Moratz & Janice Franklin

Mike Mandel

Thomas Plant & Diane Briffa

Larry and Trish Pollock

Soraya Shokrai

Karen Sibbald

George & Kerri Voumvakis

Nancy & Paul Wood

THEATRE TEAM

Acting General Manager

Scott Hill

Acting Business & Rental Manager

Maxwell Silva-Chappell

Production & Facility Manager

Andrew Rosenfarb

Client Services Coordinator

Claire Acott

Discovery Program Coordinator

Alan Kinsella

Senior Technical Supervisor

Chris MacBride

Senior Technician

Vince Rotondi

Theatre Technician

Peter Abbott

Business Coordinator

Helen Mah

Marketing & Box Office Coordinator

Danielle Grattage

Marketing Lead

Kayla van Zon

Marketing & Box Office Assistant

Maggie Ho

Administrative Clerk

Siobhain Fray

Box Office

Karen Zita

Maintenance Assistant

Gary Restoule

ADVISORY BOARD

Srinka Wallia, Chair

Sophia Sun, Vice Chair

Phoenix Financial

Michael Chen

YRDSB Trustee

Dawn Donaldson

University Health Network

Brad Fletcher

The Village Grocer

Anne Gilligan

Weins Auto Group

Regional Councillor Jim Jones

Ken MacDonald

Short Street Media

Brent Matthews

Retired, Acting Principal

Larry Matthews

Dr. Reddy’s

Sarah Micallef

CST Savings Inc

Ronald Minken

Minken Employment Lawyers

Richard Morales M.Eng., P.Eng

Music Producer, Agent and Composer

Susie Nunes

Unionville High School

Celeste Pelliccione

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