The Isabel presents local and world renowned artists each season and hosts many Queen's University and community concerts, festivals, conferences, and events.
Coming Up
An Art & Media Exhibition curated by students in Screen Cultures and Curatorial Studies
Elevating Canadian literature onto the global stage, the Giller Prize shines a spotlight on important stories and talented authors, captivating and guiding readers worldwide.
A celebration of the Great American Songbook in all of its playful and sophisticated glory is brought to life by two of this generation’s brightest stars, Bria Skonberg and Benny Benack III.
Everyone's favourite canine cosmonaut Harmon the Hound returns to the stage with your Kingston Symphony!
This contrasting concert program is inspired by war and peace. Persichetti’s manuscript sketches show that Pageant was first entitled Morning Music for Band. The opening horn motive and the first theme in the clarinet choir have a serene, pastoral quality that evokes thoughts of sunrise. The composer utilizes polytonality with multiple key centers shifting from a peaceful introduction to a lively parade with military percussion support.
The Chicago Tribune says, “if there is such a thing as a tabla superstar, Zakir Hussain is it.”
2023/24
Season Brochure
From contemporary choirs to world-renowned solo pianists, there are over 30 concerts and events for you to experience this season.
Watch local and world-renowned artists from the Jennifer Velva Bernstein Performance Hall with outstanding audio and video quality.