1973 was the year work began on the CN Tower, Montreal announced Canada’s first lottery and Eric Lindros was born. It was also the year Gino Vannelli started his illustrious career. Gino’s story is unlike many of the modern day artists; he earned the fame himself. Sure, he grew up in a musically oriented family but that didn’t make things any easier on...

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The Your Town Throwdown Tour features Chad Brownlee, Deric Ruttan and Jason Blaine - three of country music’s rising stars all  playing under one roof. The tour kicks off on October 16 and rolls into town October 24. Without further ado, here is a brief introduction to each of the guys. Chad Brownlee: Chad took the unconventional route to becoming a country star....

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Have you ever seen a double levitation live? How about a live goldfish emerge from an Ipod Touch? No? Well then you’ve never been to a Jason Bishop performance. Jason is an accomplished American illusionist and he puts on a show unlike any other. Don’t believe us? Take a look at his demo reel.  Jason’s show brings magic to a whole new level....

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The Indie Arts Showcase 2013 was a huge success! The day began with a wonderful art competition hosted by The Ontario Plein Air Society, and was capped with performances by The Red Boy, New Design, The Marc Joseph Band, and headliner KO. Add in the amazing beat boxing performance by MK, brilliant emceeing by Keesha Brownie, wonderful supporters and you get the perfect...

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No matter how old we are, autumn will always feel like a time for new beginnings. I think because of the years we spend in school and then getting our kids ready for school, autumn represents a time to get organized, to find new friendships and a chance to start something amazing. Sitting quietly on the fringes of the first read through of...

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Have you ever wondered who Jessie’s Girl is? What she looks like? What made her so special, that Rick Springfield wrote a hit song about her? We have all drawn our own but we may never truly know. Let’s get into a bit of background. Rick Springfield said that he was in a stained glass class with his friend Gary and Gary’s girlfriend...

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Girls’ night out has become a popular catch phrase in recent years. Whether you take the phrase as marketing jargon or a fantastic overdue reminder to call your friends out to play, science shows that the bonds we share with our female friends play an important role in our happiness. “As a species, we are designed to live in small, stable, close-knit tribes...

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We have had an amazing summer, with such variety and talent. But don't take our word for it, here is what our audience and critics have to say: 12 Angry Men: “Loved - Loved - Loved Scott Carmichael... such an excellent actor” – Francine “Such an amazing production! Kudos to all cast and crew!” – Catriona “12 Angry Men worth every dime! You...

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Brotherly Love Owen (Jim Watson) arrives at the cottage Lee (Scott Carmichael) arrives with the dill pickle chips... just the first of many unwise choices Owen makes. Mary (Erin MacKinnon) and Lee are the reluctant chaperons to the rambunctious Owen and Loretta (Jamie McRoberts). On stage now at the Rose Theatre Studio until August 24.  Click here for more information and tickets.  WEEKLY...

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Message from the Playwright I wrote The Melville Boys in 1983 and it has become the play that I am best known for. I knew nothing about playwriting technique when I wrote The Melville Boys. It was only my second play. I didn't know about character development, about underpinning (I'm still not sure I know much about that) about the basic form of...

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Ronnette, Crystal and Chiffon Down on Skid Row Seymour introduces Audrey II Seymour returns triumphant from his radio interview Devilish Dentist Suddenly Seymour Tess Benger as Audrey The Cast This fantastic musical is on stage until August 2nd. Click here for more information. ...

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Downtown Where the cabs don't stop Downtown Where the food is slop Downtown Where the hop-heads flop in the snow Down on Skid Row The show begins, introducing you to a cast of characters down on their luck. Seymour, a shop boy in a dead end job, with a crush on a girl who sees right through him. Then, one seemingly normal day,...

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