Series Season: 2024

Lady C will deliver her latest 20-minute solo creation, taking audiences on a dynamic journey through many dance styles. From the vibrant and energetic beats of street dance to the smooth and expressive movements of jazz, her showcase promises to highlight the rich diversity of dance.   Following her performance, join Lady C for a dance […]

Join us for an exciting evening at Dancing on the Square, where we celebrate West Coast Swing’s smooth and captivating style! Starting with a dance demonstration by expert West Coast Swing dancers, the performance is followed by a dance class, perfect for beginners and advanced dancers.

Big riddim! Soca songstress Nailah Blackman and international producer DJ Power bring the heat this Island Soul for an evening of whining all night long! 

Honoring Our Legends – Celebrating the 87th Birthday of Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine Join us on September 7, 2024, at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre to celebrate the remarkable Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine and her profound impact on Canadian society. This special event will also serve as a fundraiser for CaribbeanTales. The evening will feature screenings […]

The Marketplace at Island Soul features hand-crafted items representing Toronto’s best creatives and local craftspeople. Choose from local and artisanal goods, eco-friendly crafts, fair-trade products and more while you’re here for the festival. Featured Vendors Rude Mama Hot Sauce Cutecraft World S.A.TREASURES Rose Ceramics Kalamata Ltd TSZ Jewelry Night Queen Studio Gems By Tally The […]

Grab some food and take in the view during your festival visit! Our food vendors, an extension of some of the busiest kitchens in the GTA, are here for Island Soul with mouthwatering bites, snacks and drinks to help keep you full all weekend long. Featured Vendors Donia’s Donairs GC Jerk WuBaEats Sister with Spice […]

In collaboration with Jade Music Fest, ¡Sinophone! presents three sets of artists. Taiwanese band Lilium blends traditional beiguan and nanguan music with contemporary rock. JUNO Award-winning Jacq Teh shows off her jazz background with a tribute to her grandfather and Teresa Teng. Singer-songwriter Chynna Lewis writes from her soul, sharing stories of her experiences as […]

A musical performance that covers three generations, this is a story (and legend) of the musically and dance-gifted Romani who left North India and embarked on a wandering journey, with some settling in Andalusia in southern Spain. They absorbed Spanish culture while retaining their unique cultural perspective. Flamenco, rooted in grassroots traditions, speaks to the […]

Award-winning flutist and bansuri player Lara Wong and flamenco guitarist Melón Jiménez make flamenco their universal musical language to traverse musical territories. Their music ebbs and flows with elegance and expressive power as they fuse the soul of flamenco with the inventive spirit of jazz and the rhythmic improvisations of Indian music. In a dynamic […]

The soul of the Saisiyat is not just a symbol of cultural identity. It is a responsibility and a weight to carry. It is something passed down through traditional dances, songs and rituals. It expresses the body and is deeply connected with mythology, nature and community, reflecting the harmony and dialogue between man and nature […]

Becoming Me combines music from Taiwan, Spain and worldwide. Inspired by the energetic music of flamenco dance and the nostalgic melodies of Hokkien music, this annual opening concert invites everyone to join us on a journey of cross-cultural exploration. Maestro Ken Hsieh and the TAIWANfest Orchestra bring more than 40 local musicians to Harbourfront Centre’s […]

This special Visual Arts exhibition showcases the Philippines’ rich historical and cultural tapestry, offering insight into a nation of 7641 islands. Each work is a window into the past, accompanied by relevant historical facts, making this collection an invaluable educational resource. It not only enlightens the public about the Philippines’ past, but also fosters a […]

With their fusion of Filipino heritage and alternative music influences, Amplifye is ready to rock on the Concert Stage.  Amplifye, an all-Filipino rock band from Toronto, delivers captivating performances with their fusion of Filipino heritage and rock influences. Promising a dynamic experience with Ron on drums, Vivenci on bass, Rhodel on keys, Peteron first guitar, […]

Culture Philippines will showcase a vibrant array of dances representing the Philippines’ cultural diversity and richness. From the northern to the southern part of the country, the performances will highlight the unique Cordillera dances from the North, the lively rural dances from the South, and the exotic dances from Mindanao Island. These performances will be […]

Experience the electrifying energy of the Vocal Groove Collective! This dynamic ensemble delivers a diverse mix of singing, drama and upbeat dance hits, with the sensational A+ Dance Team ensuring audiences will get up on their feet and move. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music and movement! 

Mzee Watmon Amone has mastered various traditional instruments: the nanga, adungu, flute, lukeme, larakaraka and bwola drums, performing globally. Joined by his son, MC Ojegele, they bring their rich heritage from northern Uganda to Toronto. Presented by Batuki Music Society, co-produced by Harbourfront Centre. 

With messages of resilience, Empress Nyiringango’s blends Afro-blues, jazz and Rwandan folk music.

Born into the life of a child soldier in the war-torn region of Southern Sudan on an unknown date, Emmanuel Jal managed to survive and emerge as a recording artist, achieving worldwide acclaim for his unique style of hip-hop and Afro-pop with its message of peace and reconciliation. That message has carried through all of […]

Sia Tolno is an award-winning touring and recording artist, vocalist and songwriter from Guinea/Sierra Leone, steeped in Afrobeat, Afro-blues, Manding and Soukous styles of African popular music. With lyrics infused with her stories of triumphing over war, exile and migration, Tolno weaves a powerful performance on stage. Presented by Batuki Music Society, co-produced by Harbourfront […]

Born in NYC, Ethel Bruneau was a veteran performer of top variety shows, including The Ed Sullivan Show, moving to Montreal in 1953 while on tour with Cab Calloway. Featuring the Bruneau family members and other prominent acts, Rhythm Lives will be curated by distinguished tap dancers Travis Knights and Tanya Knights, who began their journeys under Ethel’s tutelage. There will be […]

In Conversation is a captivating collaboration between Danny Nielsen and the renowned Bulgarian pianist/percussionist Kristian Alexandrov, exploring the symbiotic relationship between tap dance and jazz piano. Love Movement is an immersive seven-piece ensemble incorporating original music, spirituals, jazz and traditional and electronic tap boards, creating an experience that merges the highest levels of musicianship and hoofing. There will be […]

Genesis features New York City’s Brenda Bufalino, a pioneer of the 1970s tap renaissance and creator of the American Tap Dance Orchestra (ATDO), joined by dancers from the Brenda Bufalino Residency Program. The set will include her original poetry and musical compositions, choreography from the ATDO repertoire and new original choreography created specifically for this ensemble. The […]

Toronto International Tap Dance Festival opens with a screening of Restorative Culture, a 2021 film project produced by Tap Love Tour Productions and curated by Travis Knights. The documentary explores the journey of local Indigenous tap dancer Johnathan Morin. It will be followed by a Q&A and a lovely live performance featuring Jonathan and a […]