Are you an emerging curator with a finger on the pulse of Brampton's performing arts scene?
 

BECOME A CURATOR

Creative entrepreneurs and arts curators are invited to join the This is Brampton curator program. Brampton On Stage aims to provide a platform for local talent, and cultivate a vibrant arts community, with professional mentorship and development for program participants.

Applications for This Is Brampton curators are now closed. Applicants will be notified of their application status on or before January 13, 2026 

 

ABOUT

THIS IS BRAMPTON is an open platform for fostering collaboration among creative entrepreneurs and local talent, while facilitating multi-disciplinary artistic and audience development. Brampton On Stage (BOS) collaborates with local Brampton arts companies, producers, promoters, and artists who have demonstrated success and interest in presenting and promoting high-quality local talent. By prioritizing the development of curatorial skills and nurturing creative entrepreneurship, we actively contribute to the cultivation of a vibrant arts community in Brampton. Explore an extraordinary lineup of award-winning performers and emerging talents across genres of comedy, jazz, hip hop, rock, country, R & B, and more. Be a part of THIS IS BRAMPTON history, and witness the city’s most dynamic artists, musicians, changemakers and trendsetters, as they light up the stage.

 

CURRENT CURATORS

  • Afrobeats : Motion & Vibes (Baffour Obeng-Adjei)
  • Bollywood Mashup (Harita and Rajan Desai)
  • Crate Clash (Joseph Khargie)
  • Flower City Slam (The Wild Woman)
  • Hype (Jemane Kent)
  • Immigrants with Attitude (Sunny Deewana of LAAL Button)
  • Rising Vibes (TCspades)
  • Stand-Up Stitches (Keesha Brownie)
  • Tales from the Joke Keepers (Daniel Sanker and Tricia Star)
  • The Blacklight Concert (Connoisseur Ghost)


  

  

    

CURATOR RESOURCES

Sample Stage Plot/Input List
Budget Sample
 

PERFORM WITH US

Are you a performer interested in showcasing your talent at future Brampton events? The City of Brampton is building a THIS IS BRAMPTON Local Artist Directory for performing artists across all mediums who want to be considered for upcoming opportunities—including pop-up performances, busking, opening acts, city-run galas, and community celebrations.

How It Works:
1. Submit your information once via our online form with your bio, media links, setup & adaptability details
2. Stay on the list for consideration across Brampton On Stage programming and City events
3. If a suitable event comes up, we’ll contact you directly

Please note this is not a call for a single event—it’s your chance to stay connected to performance opportunities in Brampton.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

GOALS

Brampton On Stage is proud to provide space, production resources, and marketing support to increase space for creative presentation, production and participation of Brampton artists as a part of the Culture Master Plan and the 2022-2027 Performing Arts Strategic Plan. THIS IS BRAMPTON aims to:

  • Feature Dynamic Creators and Change-Makers: Showcase Brampton's most dynamic entrepreneurs, artists, and trendsetters to highlight the diverse talent within the community. 

  • Facilitate Venue Access for Curators: Provide venue access to curators and creatives, enabling diverse programming and artistic expression. 

  • Increase Participation and Attendance: Engage and expand our local audience in arts and culture to enrich the community and enhance quality of life. 

  • Provide Platform for Local Talent: Offer a platform for emerging and established local talent to empower their growth and recognition. 

  • Amplify Brampton's Mosaic of Cultures: Ensure representation and celebration of Brampton's diverse cultures, fostering inclusivity and cultural exchange. 

Explore the THIS IS BRAMPTON YouTube Playlist.
 

HISTORY

THIS IS BRAMPTON launched as a dedicated series in 2018 and included 5 curators: B-Jazzed, Brampton Says, Brampton's Very Own (later Off the Record), SounDrive Records, and Unpeeled.

Curators all have strong ties to Brampton or Peel and are passionate about creating opportunities for artists to be seen and celebrated in their hometown. While some THIS IS BRAMPTON curators focus on emerging local talents, Brampton On Stage has also hosted JUNO & Grammy Award-winning artists with celebrated careers performing across Canada, and around the world.

THIS IS BRAMPTON has been generously sponsored by FACTOR.
 

GROWTH & SUCCESS

This is Brampton curators have demonstrated success beyond the program, growing to new stages and exciting opportunities. Our curators have been showcased at Brampton Transit's Music on the Move program, received mentorship by mainstage Brampton On Stage artists, and performed in Garden Square. Many curators have transitioned out of the program, and gone on to commercial success. In addition, curators are offered professional development opportunities throughout the season featuring keynote speakers and industry guests.
 

CONTACT

Sarah Forestieri
Artistic Programming Associate
[email protected]