What’s On
Dead Men Solve No Mysteries - A Pirate Themed Mystery
Dead Men Solve No Mysteries - A Pirate Themed Mystery - Dinner Theatre
May 23rd & 24th Eugene Burrell Upper Hall
Ahoy in front and avast behind! A mixed bag of pirates, buccaneers and cut throats are ashore at the infamous Scurvy Dog Tavern. Best ye dress like a pirate, if you want to blend in. Batten down the hatches, one of the brigands has been cleaved to the brisket (killed). Captain Jack Swallow is on the case. Get your tickets today and, saver me timbers, we’ll enjoy some grub and grog (dinner and drink). Blend in by dressing like a pirate!
Dinner Theatre Menu
Start the evening with a cheese plate, served with crackers, pickles, and fresh vegetables.
Enjoy a buffet-style meal featuring roast beef along with a poultry option. The meal includes potatoes, hot vegetables, and a selection of fresh salads.
To finish, enjoy a variety of desserts, along with coffee and tea.
Group Discounts available for Groups of 15+
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
The Odd Couple
The Odd Couple
Thursday, July 17th - Sunday, July 27th Main Stage
Starring J.P. Baldwin as Felix and Ken MacDougall as Oscar.
This classic comedy by Neil Simon opens on a friendly card game in the untidy apartment of divorced Oscar Madison. And if the mess is any indication, it’s no wonder that his wife left him. Late to arrive is Felix Ungar, who has just separated from his wife. Fastidious, depressed, and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal, but as the action unfolds, Oscar becomes the one with murder on his mind when the clean freak and the slob ultimately decide to room together. The action unfolds with hilarious results as The Odd Couple is born.
Group Discounts available for Groups of 15+
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
Meet The Creative Team
The Reception - Dinner Theatre
The Reception - Dinner Theatre
Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th @ 6 PM Eugene Burrell Upper Hall
Have you ever been to a cringe-worthy wedding? The Reception is a hilarious dinner theatre based on a disastrous wedding reception. The bride is in full bridezilla mode. The groom, so far, has lost the rings, the cheque for the dj and soon his mind. The mother of the bride is a psychic who doesn’t see a future in the marriage. The ex-boyfriend shows up and refuses to “forever hold his peace.” Anything that can go wrong, will and you get to sit back and enjoy the chaos.
Tacky wedding attire is encouraged. Grab that bridesmaid dress that’s been in your closet for years.
Group Discounts available for Groups of 15+
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
March Break Circus Show
The March Break Circus Show
March 11th-15th, 2025 Main Stage
Step right up and join us under the big top for a spectacular March Break Circus Show, where laughter, wonder, and family fun take centre stage! Our family-friendly extravaganza promises a magical experience for all ages, combining the charm of classic circus acts with a modern twist that will leave you breathless.
Get ready to be dazzled by a colorful array of talented performers.
Group Discounts available for Groups of 15+
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
FOUR Great Acts
The Silly People
Made up of one part Phil LeConte, one part Colin Franks, and three parts fun. Their youthful good looks make it hard to believe that Phil and Colin have been working together for almost twenty years.
Hailing from Kitchener-Waterloo, the Silly People and their prop case have travelled the globe, performing in more than twenty countries on five continents. Comedy, juggling, diabolo, yo-yo, balloon art, fire manipulation and workshops are just some of the skills they have perfected over the past two decades.
From stage shows to street theatre, corporate events to kids' festivals, the Silly People have the ability to fit almost any venue or audience. As producers of the Waterloo Arts Festival and the Kitchener-Waterloo Comedy Festival, the Silly People have learned what it takes to create a fun and successful event.
Rockabilly Joe
A circus artist and street performer with a 1950’s twist. Highly enjoyed by all ages, Joey always finds a unique twist to his acrobatic and juggling tricks. He prides himself on delivering a truly unique show with skills you won't see anywhere else. He has performed for a truly diverse audience around the world for the past 18 years. The show will have you consistently laughing while at times feeling nervous for Joey’s safety.
Pedro Tochas
Pedro Tochas is The Sculptor Clown, a Portuguese master of crowd interaction who builds silent movies before your eyes, complete with love, heroes, and villains. Witness The Sculptor Clown craft a complete story from nothing more than his imagination and a touch of help from the audience. A visual treat for all the family that will entertain and amaze.
Billy Kidd
A Magician that excels in all types of magic performance. Her sleight of hand skills as a close up artist combined with her experience doing stage and street magic have allowed Billy to perform in Theatre's and on Television screens worldwide.
Madoc Mysteries
SOLD OUT - Madoc Mysteries - Dinner Theatre
Friday, February 28th & Saturday, March 1st @ 6 PM
SOLD OUT
It is the turn of the century and renowned Detective William Madoc is on the case. A murder occurs in a sleepy little town and everyone is a suspect. Madoc is fresh off solving another mystery, The Case of the Missing Sheep. This evening is a gala to recognize Detective Madoc’s accomplishments. The evening is put on hold when a body turns up. All of your favourites will be there: Detective Krakenreid, Dr. Bogden and Constable Crabtree.
Dinner Theatre Menu
Start the evening with a cheese plate, served with crackers, pickles, and fresh vegetables.
Enjoy a buffet-style meal featuring roast beef along with a poultry option. The meal includes potatoes, hot vegetables, and a selection of fresh salads.
To finish, enjoy a variety of desserts, along with coffee and tea.
A great meal to go with a great show!
Group Discounts available for Groups of 15+
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
Steve Patterson is... Patterdad
October 18, 2024 @8PM Main Stage
Many Canadians recognize the name Steve Patterson. He’s been a crowd favourite since his first Just for Laughs Gala appearance back in 2004 and as host of the long-running hit show The Debaters on CBC since 2007.
But what they may not know is how Patterson’s perceptions have shifted since he became a dad to two precocious daughters. Those new perceptions are on grand display in his new show which picks up on the themes introduced in his popular book published by Penguin Random House Canada in 2021 “Dad Up!” From being outsmarted to being outrun to being outnumbered (current household rankings have him clinging to 6th place in importance behind his wife, his daughters, their dog, and whichever stuffed animal is most essential in any given week), Steve struggles to come to terms with the responsibilities of being a dad. But fortunately for audiences, his struggles are pure comedic delight. Come join this iconic Canadian comedian on a fun ride that will warm your heart, rekindle memories, and maybe most importantly, get you out of the house and laughing with strangers. Which, really, is the best gift families can give to each other.
My First Job(s)
Fall Young Company Show
A teen's comedic journey into the workforce. Becky's summer takes a terrible turn as her mother makes her go out and look for a job. Becky experiences interviews, hiring, firing and everything in between. She goes from sitting by the pool to diving into the job pool.
Written & Directed by Ken MacDougall
Jon Dore - Stand Up Comedy
June 22nd, 2024 @8PM Main Stage
Named one of "10 comics to watch" by Variety Magazine, Ottawa-born comedian, host, and actor, Jon Dore is renowned for his offbeat humour and unique bait-and-switch style. Winner of the 2023 Juno Award for Best Comedy Album, Dore is a favourite on the comedy club and festival circuit in Canada and the United States, enjoying sold-out runs at the Just For Laughs Festival's in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, as well as festivals in Halifax, Winnipeg, Portland, and the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.
Jon’s television credits include guest starring role on CBS' Emmy Award winning hit series, How I Met Your Mother, a lead role on ABC’s How to Live With Your Parents, and he currently stars in Amazon’s The Lake. He’s had multiple guest appearances on Conan, Baroness Von Sketch Show, @Midnight, Inside Amy Schumer and Hart of Dixie. His film credits include Corpse Tub, the indie films Gus, Stag, Teen Lust, and The Pickle Recipe.
Dore hosted four seasons of HBO Canada's Funny as Hell, starred in his own award-winning 'mockumentary' series The Jon Dore Television Show on IFC and The Comedy Network, and has starred in the stand-up specials Comedy Central Presents...Jon Dore, Big Questions Huge Answers, Live At Gotham, and The Bonnaroo Experience and Mash Up. Currently, he can be seen as the host of The Stand Up Show with Jon Dore for Just For Laughs which airs on CTV Comedy
Alice in Newfoundland Panto
November 24th - December 31st 2023 Main Stage
Follow Alice down the Rabbit Hole to a strange and wonderful place. Newfoundland. There she discovers the wonders of the great island. The beauty, the music and many mythical creatures. She must be wary of the Evil Queen O’Hearts. Tell every Tweedledee and Tweedledumb you know, this is going to be a panto not to be missed.
Come laugh out loud, sing a long and kiss the cod.
Family
Naughty
Naughty Pre Show Meals
Please note the New Years Eve Pre Show Dinner is sold out.
Popovich Pet Comedy Circus
Notice:
Due to visa issues at the border, the Popovich Pet Comedy Circus (from the US) has been forced to postpone the Canadian leg of their tour. This includes their stop at the Stirling Festival Theatre on October 26th.
They are in the initial planning phase for future dates. In the meantime, refunds can be issued by contacting the box office at 613-395-2100.
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 7 PM Main Stage
Popovich Pet Comedy Circus returns to SFT for the first time since 2019. This entertaining family show features more than 30 house cats, dogs, parrots, even a miniature horse!
All performing pets were rescued from animal shelters and now enjoy life in the limelight with co-star, Gregory Popovich who also incorporates world-class juggling, gymnastics and balancing acts into the show. Popovich is a fifth-generation Kyiv-based circus performer and author who’s toured with the Moscow Circus and Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Popovich Pet Comedy Circus has wowed audiences in more than 20 countries including France, Israel, Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Germany, Belgium and Holland. Come see what makes this Las Vegas show a family favorite!
The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich, and the talents of his furry costar. There are more than 25 pets in the show, each one has been rescued from animal shelters and given a new leash on life! They love to perform their skills and stunts on stage.
Gregory Popovich has shared his expertise for raising, training and living harmoniously with pets in two book – “You CAN Train Your Cat” and “Doggy Gone Good”.
Gregory has also produced and starred in a feature film now available for purchase. “Popovich: Road to Hollywood” ” has already won several awards including “Best Family/ Kids Film” in in International Film Festival Calcutta India , “Audience Choice Award” in Milan , Italy and Tokyo , Japan . Gregory himself, has been voted in Las Vegas “Entertainer of the Year”.
The Variety Jam
August 19th 2023, 2 PM & 8PM Main Stage
The Variety Jam takes the stage at Stirling Theatre! For only $10, secure your limited-time tickets to witness extraordinary performers from around the world in this mind-blowing live audience television taping. This event is suitable for ages 6+ and fun for the whole family! Don't miss out on this unforgettable magic and comedy show!
Featured Performers:
Steve Valentine is not only a successful actor with over 250 hours of TV and Film to his name, but he is also a multi-award-winning magician dubbed by some as a “walking encyclopedia of magic”. Steve is also a Magic Castle / Academy of Magical Arts multiple award winner and has toured with the number one touring magic show in the world, THE ILLUSIONISTS.
Billy Kidd is a Magician that excels in all types of magic performance. Her sleight-of-hand skills as a close-up artist combined with her experience doing stage and street magic have allowed Billy to perform in Theatre's and on Television screens worldwide. When she is not touring the world, she performs weekly at Krowd Keepers Magic Theatre in Bath, England.
The Silly People are made up of one part Phil LeConte, one part Colin Franks, and three parts fun. Comedy, juggling, diabolo, yo-yo, balloon art, fire manipulation and workshops are just some of the skills they have perfected over the past two decades.
Hosted by Mike Wood: The Original Cabbage Patch Kid. Combining two of Canada’s main exports, comedy and natural resources, Mike Wood is a comedian with a degree in mine engineering. Mike’s comedy is dry but affable, wry but off-beat. His smart sense of humour is informed by years of pop culture immersion and a love of language. He demands little of his audience except for their attention and a willingness to connect a few dots.
Members please purchase tickets via the Box Office
Show Dates
Saturday, August 19th - 2 PM
Saturday, August 19th - 8 PM
