Showcase Series
Highlighting the beauty of music, cultural identity, and language, the Showcase Series is a community-minded initiative featuring the Asian, African and Caribbean, and Latin American diasporas in Toronto.
The Community Partnerships & Programs team takes great pride in amplifying over 340 performers through 60 sessions (and counting!) as we continue celebrating our five-year milestone this season.
By nurturing relationships and championing culturally responsive learning opportunities, this series continues to improve representation and inclusivity within the arts in more authentic ways.
During the months of October, February, and May, our community-minded concerts connect with new audiences, bring increased access to the arts, and champion positive cultural exchange with surrounding communities.
October 2026: Latin American Heritage Month
We invite you to join us for four distinct performances which feature collaborations with a variety of artists and creatives from the Latin American community in Toronto. Participants will experience the spirit of Mexican folkloric dance, listen to vibrant voices of Santo Domingo, enjoy musical performances from Venezuela, and participate in cultural exchange with traditional Latin dance forms featuring Joropo, Cumbia, and much more.
Performance Information
Performances take place in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. All events are FREE but require registration. School or community groups larger than five must register through education@coc.ca.
It is our policy to overbook. In the event of reaching full capacity, your reservation may not guarantee admission. Unclaimed reservations will be released to a standby line 10 minutes prior to the start of the program. We recommend that you arrive at least 20 minutes before the event start time.
Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis for 120 guests. Once these seats are filled, all other guests will be standing for the duration of the performance.
There is no late seating for performances in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre and re-admittance during the performance cannot be accommodated.
We recommend that you arrive at least 20 minutes before the event start time and remain for the duration of the performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register?
Do I need to register?
All events are free but registration is strongly recommended. School or community groups larger than five, please register through education@coc.ca.
I'm no longer able to attend. How do I return my ticket?
I'm no longer able to attend. How do I return my ticket?
If you are not able to attend, please reply to your receipt email or contact Ticket Services at 416-363-8231 (for long distance in Canada and the U.S., dial 1-800-250-4653) or email tickets@coc.ca.
The series is Sold Out! Now what?
The series is Sold Out! Now what?
As this program is free, we do anticipate a number of ticket holders will not end up joining us. For that reason, unclaimed reservations will be released to a standby line 10 minutes prior to the start of the program.
Presenting Sponsor of Community Partnerships and Programs:
The Showcase Series is generously supported by The H. John Mcdonald Foundation
