Algonquin Commons Theatre Spotlight: September 2025
From comedy ensembles to explosive rock and roll tributes, discover standout performances coming to the Algonquin Commons Theatre.
Published: September 3, 2025
Students aren’t the only ones bound for Algonquin College’s Ottawa campus this fall. Check out the jaw-dropping lineup of comedians, musicians, and entertainers bringing inspirational talent and unforgettable memories to the Algonquin Commons Theatre.
Comedy:
NEMR brings his funniest show yet to the ACT on Saturday, September 13. Look forward to watching this pioneer of stand-up comedy in the Middle East bring people together with hilarious stories that break down barriers. Then enjoy an evening of side-splitting stories for the whole family when The United Nations of Comedy takes the stage the following weekend on Sunday, September 21.
- 🎟️ Tickets: NEMR ( Saturday, September 13) / The United Nations of Comedy (Sunday, September 21)
Classic Rock:
Join us on Friday, September 26, for a night of classic rock and roll with 21 Gun Salute as they faithfully recreate the high-voltage performances of AC/DC. Check out one of the band’s live performances and witness the energy they bring to the stage:
- 🎟️ Tickets: 21 Gun Salute (Friday, September 26)
International Hits:
Catch record-breaking Indian musician Ranjit Bawa live in concert on Friday, September 5. Next, experience multicultural talent, ranging from music to dance to theatre, at the Palette of Cultures Showcase on Saturday, September 20. Then watch Indian playback singer Mano join forces with Juno award-winning musicians at a fundraising event for the Canadian Cancer Society on Saturday, September 27.
- 🎟️ Tickets: Ranjit Bawa (Friday, September 5) / Palette of Cultures Showcase (Saturday, September 20) / Mano Live in Concert ft. Flute Siva & Juno Award Winning Musicians (Saturday, September 27)
On the Horizon:
Canada’s Got Talent (CGT) finalist Savio Joseph brings a night of sleight of hand, impossible predictions, and audience interaction that will leave you speechless on Friday, November 21. Tickets are only $10 plus taxes and fees for Algonquin College students! Watch the CGT audition that helped launch his career:
- 🎟️ Tickets: Savio Joseph: Wonderstruck (Friday, November 21)
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Students can purchase discount tickets for select Theatre shows, including all shows featured here! For a full list of all ACT events, visit AlgonquinSA.com/ACT.
The Algonquin Commons Theatre is located in the Student Commons at Algonquin College in Ottawa. The Algonquin Commons Theatre Box Office is open 2 hours prior to event times and closed on non-event days.