Showcase Series
Highlighting the beauty of music, cultural identity, and language, the Showcase Series is a community-minded initiative featuring cultural identities from the Asian, African and Caribbean, and Latin American diasporas in Toronto.
By developing new relationships with culturally diverse communities and championing culturally responsive learning opportunities, this series aims to improve representation and inclusivity within the arts in more authentic ways and support an understanding of the diverse identities and experiences within the diasporas.
During the months of October, February and May, these community-minded concerts successfully connect audiences, bringing increased access to the arts and championing culturally responsive opportunities.
February 2026: Black History Month
The second segment of the series will present four performances that feature a variety of cultural identities of artists and creatives from the African and Caribbean communities in Toronto. Participants will have the opportunity to experience musical performances featuring Afrocentric Choral works, selected dance excerpts from Swan Lake, DJ sets promoting genres of Afrobeats, Open-Format and Amapiano, and improvisational vocal styles embodying jazz and soul.
Performance Information
Performances take place in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. All events are FREE but require registration. For School or community groups larger than five, please 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.
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.
Latecomers and Readmittance
Latecomers and Readmittance
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.
The Showcase Series is generously supported by
and The H. John Mcdonald Foundation
