Fusion Beats

Fusion Beats is a vibrant talent show that uplifts diverse student performances in music, dance and performance art. Hosted at the historic Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, it brings together the Laurier, Conestoga and Brantford communities.

Save the Date for the Live Event

Celebrate the best student performers in an unforgettable night of music, dance and community spirit on Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Sanderson Centre for Performing Arts. 

While you wait, check out some highlights from our past events.

Call for Auditions

Your stage. Your voice. Your vibe.

Are you an up-and-coming musician, rapper and/or dancer? We're looking for Golden Hawks just like you to participate. Bring your best performance and be part of one of Brantford's most anticipated cultural events.

Thank You!

Auditions for Fusion Beats 2025 are now closed. Thank you to everyone who came out and shared their music and passion on the stage. Stay tuned for announcements for the 2025 lineup and headliner!

Kevin Davis, Branford Mayor

Past Shows Highlights

Fusion Beats 2024

The night was a celebration of student creativity, culture and community. The Sanderson Centre buzzed with energy, pride and applause to celebrate the return of Fusion Beats. 

Layla Staats, a powerful musician, filmmaker and activist from Six Nations, took to the stage with a soul-stirring performance that blended art and advocacy. 

Performers

• The Bald Parts of Their Hearts: Ashley Robertson and Brent Watts, Laurier Social Work students, Musical duo
• Akhil Prabhu, Laurier Criminology student, Guitarist
• Kaya Kanashiro, Laurier UX Design student, Singer
• Sreekar Kanchi, Laurier Master of Applied Computing student, Hindi Rap artist
• KAOS Dance Team, the Heartbeat of Laurier Brantford
• Paromita Kar and Alex Iarocci, Music and dance duo
• Hadassah, Nigerian song
• Amanpreet Singh, Desi Hip Hop artist
• Karan Singh, Punjabi classical and folk songs

Sponsors

Fusion Beats 2024 was brought to you by The Laurier Hub for Community Solutions, the City of Brantford, the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, Laurier International Students Support, and Conestoga Students Inc.

Fusion Beats 2023

As the very first Fusion Beats event, 2023 marked the beginning of a new tradition celebrating student creativity and cultural expression. The Sanderson Centre came alive with rhythm, movement and community spirit, laying the foundation for what's now an anticipated annual showcase in Brantford.

R.P.M. Dance Crew brought high-energy choreography and global flair through K-Pop, to our stage, setting the tone for an unforgettable launch.

Performers

• Makeda Kafele-Green, Laurier Health Studies student, Singer
• Harman Singh Sandhu, Conestoga College student, Acoustic singer
• Conestoga College Bhangra Team, Bhangra dance crew
• Chandler Berardi, Laurier alumnus, singer
• Gaurav Isai aka Garry, Conestoga College, Break dancer
• Ishmeet Singh, Conestoga College
• Onyedikachi Emmanuel-Kalu, Laurier alumni, DJ
• Ines Sveltana Ngale Djocgoue, Laurier student, MC
• Tarun Mullapudi, Laurier student, MC

Sponsors

Fusion Beats 2023 was brought to you by The Laurier Hub for Community Solutions, the City of Brantford, the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, Laurier International Students Support, and Conestoga Students Inc.