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Celebrate local artists this September with Brampton On Stage

Tickets now available for three immersive, dynamic performing art events 

BRAMPTON, ON (September 5, 2023) – This month, Brampton On Stage is pleased to kick off the fall season with three energetic performances that showcase local award-winning performers. Taking place at The Rose, all three shows invite residents and visitors to experience the unique mosaic of talent and diversity that make up the City of Brampton.  

About Monsoon Sound

Curated by NOYZ, Monsoon Sound is returning to The Rose for a second year. This South Asian hip-hop festival showcases the unique blends of different cultures with the rise of South Asian hip-hop. The evening features Shan Vincent de Paul, Lady Pista, FeniFina, and Jarin Alab.

About This Is Brampton Showcase

Meet some of Brampton’s music and comedy makers at the first annual This Is Brampton Showcase. This unique program, supported by Brampton On Stage, invites audiences to be engaged and entertained with a line-up featuring all of The Rose curators. This Is Brampton Showcase is proud to provide local professionals, emerging talent, and creative entrepreneurs with an open platform to showcase their talent and creativity. 

About Flow Fest

FLOW FEST, Brampton’s international drumming festival, takes to The Rose Mainstage featuring Grammy award-winning, Brampton-raised musician, composer and educator, Larnell Lewis, and award-winning musician, composer and educator, Joy Lapps. The pair will lead a musical fusion of Afro-Caribbean and jazz ensembles.

Save the date 
Monsoon Sound
Friday, September 8, 2023, at 7:00 pm
The Rose

This is Brampton Showcase
Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 8:00 pm
The Rose Mainstage

Flow Fest
Wednesday, September 23, 2023, at 7:30 pm
The Rose Mainstage

For morning information about these shows and Brampton On Stage, please click here. Tickets are available for purchase online here or by calling the box office at (905) 874-2800.

Quotes

“Brampton On Stage is offering three dynamic shows this month that demonstrate the unique talent our city has to offer, and I encourage everyone to attend them. There are many diverse cultures, languages and backgrounds that make up Brampton and through the performing arts, residents and visitors can learn from eachothers’ experiences while celebrating creativity.”

- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

 “Through preforming art, we are bringing people together to experience the creativity and talent that lives in Brampton. Monsoon Sound, Flow Fest and This Is Brampton Showcase will bring residents and visitors to our city as they make lasting memories at these shows. Visit The Rose this September and experience one of these exciting performances.”

- Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 and 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

“This month, we are excited to be present three affordable, signature offerings that inspire creativity and create shared cherished memories amongst the audience. Monsoon Sound, Flow Fest, and, for the first time, This Is Brampton Showcase presents a highlight of diverse musical genres and the world of comedy that display the talent this community has to offer. Please join us in making September a month to remember.”

- Steven Schipper, Executive Artistic Director, Brampton On Stage 

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