Rhianna.
Jun 18 One the world’s hottest pop stars sings smash hits from new album Loud, including “Only Girl” and “What’s My Name”. Showtime 7:30 pm. Tickets: $29-$114. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
Rhianna.
Jun 18 One the world’s hottest pop stars sings smash hits from new album Loud, including “Only Girl” and “What’s My Name”. Showtime 7:30 pm. Tickets: $29-$114. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
Supertramp.
Jun 8 Celebrating 40-plus years since their first album’s success, Supertramp returns to Canada playing all the favourites. Concert starts at 8 pm. Tickets: $40-$90. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
U2.
May 29 Concert goers experience an unobstructed, 360-degree view of pop-rock icons. Show starts 7 pm. Tickets: $45-$272. Canad Inns Stadium, 1465 Maroons Rd, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
Kid Rock.
May 24 Cross-genre artist plays tunes from his new album Born Free. Concert starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $30-$70. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
Trumpeter and vocalist Byron Stripling performs with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra
MAY 17 AND 18 Return to the roaring 1920s with A Night at the Cotton Club, where tunes by the likes of Cab Calloway and the Duke Ellington Big Band get a dash of classical elegance courtesy of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and conductor Jeff Tyzik. Featured performers include trumpeter Byron Stripling (pictured), drummer Bill Breithaupt, sultry vocalist Carmen Bradford and tap dancer Ted Levy. Roy Thomson Hall, Tuesday 8 p.m., Wednesday 2 and 8 p.m., $29 to $109; call 416-593-4828 or navigate here to purchase.
Elton John.
May 7 Sing along with Sir Elton’s greatest songs and chart-topping hits from his five-decade career. Tickets: $56-$166. Concert starts at 8pm. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
APRIL 8 The seductive sound of the Windy City blows into Toronto courtesy of Buddy Guy. The legendary singer and guitarist has been strumming his Fender Strat for more than 50 years; as an inspiration to such artists as Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix, he’s considered a major historical link between the blues and rock ‘n’ roll. With an arsenal of expressive vocals, towering riffs and searing solos, Guy’s performances offer an electrifying blend of the blues’ southern roots with a gritty, urban swagger. Massey Hall, 8 p.m., $49.50 to $69.50; call 416-872-4255 or click here to buy.
• March 11: The Dartmouth Community Concert Series hosts a unique evening of music at Woodlawn Church as percussionist Anne-Julie Caron (marimba) and pianist Marie-Eve Scarfone join forces
• March 20: Symphony Nova Scotia moves to the cozy confines of Saint Andrew’s United Church on Coburg Road as Jeanne Lamon visits for a celebration of English baroque music.
• March 24: The Symphony returns to its regular digs at the Dalhousie Arts Centre for this performance of Mozart’s Jupiter symphony. Pianist Avan Yu also performs Schumann’s Piano Concerto to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the composer’s birth.
FEBRUARY 23 Just “slide” along with alternative rockers, the Goo Goo Dolls. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $50-$67. Pantages Playhouse Theatre, 180 Market Ave, 780‑3333 or click here for tickets.
JANUARY 31 Canadian rockers Finger Eleven promote new album Life Turns Electric. Tickets: $28-$51. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St, 780-3333 or click here for tickets.
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