NEXT UP

KCP KICKOFF CABARET
We’re kicking off our 2026/2027 season!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
🎭 Part of Barrie’s Culture Days @creativebarrie
🎟 FREE tickets – available September 4
❤️ Cash donations accepted at the door in support of KCP’s upcoming season

An exciting night celebrating the start of KCP’s 2026/2027 season, featuring amazing local performers, sneak peeks at KCP’s upcoming season, and more!
Curated by Renée Cingolani & Noah Hollinshead

WANT TO PERFORM?
We’re looking for amazing local performers to join us for the KCP Kickoff Cabaret! Whether you want to perform a set of songs alone or with fellow performers, or submit a single song idea, we’d love to hear from you!

PERFORMER SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN
Deadline: August 31
Apply/submit here – LINK

PERFORMER Submission LINK

Tickets - Information coming!

8+

Acts per evening

10-min set per act

(2–3 songs). Mix of solos, duets, trios, etc.

A mix of live piano accompaniment and self-accompanied performances

A pre-determined theme that shapes each performer’s song choices

A relaxed, community-focused atmosphere between KCP’s mainstage productions

Performers are selected via a screened audition or invitation process coordinated by Renée Cingolani (music lead) and Noah Hollinshead (coordinator).

Cabaret Night Dates

January 10, 2026

Five Points Theatre (Barrie)

Theme: “Something Old, Something New”
Public performance – tickets on sale December 10

January 24, 2026

Sandy Cove

Private Cabaret Night for the Sandy Cove community

April 24-26th, 2026

Five Points Theatre (Barrie)

See additional details on Cabaret Nights Page!

Why KCP Cabaret Nights?

Goals & Benefits

Performance Opportunities
Offer performance opportunities for KCP members, connections, and alumni outside of full productions.
Support Local Talent
Provide consistent, community-based programming that supports both emerging and experienced local performers.
Engage Audiences Between Shows
Strengthen audience engagement with KCP between mainstage productions and keep the community connected year-round.
Boost KCP’s Visibility
Create additional opportunities for connection, storytelling, and community outreach.

Venue Experience

At Five Points Theatre, the venue will be transformed into a cozy, coffeehouse-style cabaret space, featuring:

Cabaret table seating
A relaxed, intimate atmosphere
Food and drink service allowed in the theatre
A welcoming environment for both seasoned performers and those returning to the stage.