Whether it's a live performance, visual artistry, film, music, or more, Memorial is the place to be!
A dead ringer for a young Petty, Ben and his all-star 7-piece band share a chemistry reminiscent of the legendary Heartbreakers. They feature signature guitars like the 12-string Rickenbacker, Flying V and Gretsch, a hammond organ & Leslie, piano and a deadly rhythm section as well as tight harmonies. It's as close to seeing Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers as it gets. Ben and his band create an extraordinary evening of music featuring all the hits from Petty's 40 year career, his solo albums and a little Travelling Wilbury's too! Come out and enjoy the late great Petty's timeless songwriting and style and The Heartbreakers' incredible range in rock, blues and folk music
100 min Season Sponsor: Scott and Janet Rastin, Rastin's Pharmacy Film Date Sponsor: Ron Lancaster, International Math Consultant Proceeds to Wellness Spring French English with English subtitles Shepherds is a 2024 Canadian-French drama film directed by Sophie Deraspe. An adaptation of Mathyas Lefebure's semi-autobiographical novel D'où viens tu, berger? Mathyas trades in his Montreal life as a young advertising executive to become a shepherd in the South of France where he has various misadventures with a civil servant who has cavalierly quit her job. But the harsh realities of the pastoral world force him to question his romantic vision of the profession.
Whether it's a live performance, visual artistry, film, music, or more, Memorial is the place to be!
In the style of Theatre Ancaster's hit concerts Music of Motown and British Invasion, Best of Billboard features the greatest hits of the top 10 charting Billboard artists of all time that will have you singing from your seats and dancing in the aisles. Elvis? Janet Jackson? The Beatles? Elton John? Madonna? Stay tuned!
A dance party, orchestra style! Glorious ballet music by Gounod and Tchaikovsky anchor this concert’s first half. AFter intermission, a “mix tape” of social dances that includes Márquez' irresistible Danzón #2 will have you grooving in your seats!
On Friday, May 30, the iconic music of Pink Floyd comes alive in Ancaster. The Music of Pink Floyd tribute concert features the acclaimed 10-piece band Pink Floyd Niagara – known as Canada’s premier Floyd experience. From the electrifying guitar solos of “Comfortably Numb” to the ethereal harmonies of “Wish You Were Here,” you’ll be immersed in a spectacular audio-visual journey. Join fellow fans in our intimate 450-seat theatre at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre for one night only, and relive the magic, nostalgia, and community spirit of a Pink Floyd concert. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate rock history together!
Get ready to escape to the islands! Margaritaville! In Ancaster is a Jimmy Buffett tribute party featuring Canada’s own Northern Harbour band, rolling into town on June 7 at Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. Expect beachy vibes, classic Buffett hits like “Margaritaville” and “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” and a community of Parrotheads singing along. Sip a margarita, sing “Come Monday,” and soak up the summer atmosphere – no plane ticket needed. Tickets $39.99!
Our season finale features the Festival Trio with pianist Ken Gee, violinist Sadie Fields and cellist Paul Pulford. Prepare to be transported through the rich tapestry of classical music and hear these accomplished musicians perform some of the most celebrated piano trios.
The critically acclaimed production will bring its highly anticipated 2025 Show to the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre on Friday May 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM. Providing a masterful presentation of the Eagles classic hits and Don Henley favourites with its rock n’ roll game-changing song catalogue, Epic Eagles has earned its place among the top drawing tribute acts in North America and is widely regarded as the finest Eagles tribute show in production today.
Our own Art Studio running adult-beginner focused courses.
Come celebrate the works of talented art students from AMAC Studio Arts! This free two-hour art show will showcase phenomenal works done over the past year by local students. Can't make it? No problem! The exhibit will remain in our Dalley Gallery until the end of May.
Epic Eagles – The Definitive Eagles Tribute