Motion | The 2018 City of St. Catharines Annual Juried Exhibit “Motion” called upon artists to consider what movement of everyday life in our community looks like. This exhibit provides the audience with an opportunity to consider what the process of movement means to them in their community. How does it feel? What does it sound like? What obj…
Architecture from St. Catharines’ past is on display as part of a new exhibit at the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre. People and Places highlights the landmarks and stories behind some of the City’s most famous buildings and landscapes. Items in the exhibit include window pediments from the Russell House Hotel, the May-Clark-Se…
Join Canada’s other “Group of Seven” contemporary artists in their newest exhibit and sale on now until December 31, 2018. Enjoy browsing the diverse display of photography, and oil and acrylic abstract/impressionist/realist paintings of landscape, floral, still life, and candid scenes, all reflecting the inspiration of life along Niagara…
An exhibition of selected items from the permanent collection presenting local artists of national significance whose works recall local history, culture, and geography. Curated by Visual Arts Alumna, Emma German. Exhibition: Saturday Jan. 27, 2018 - Sunday Jan. 20, 2019 Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 10 am to 5 pm Thursday: 10 a…
As an enduring and popular subject for European-trained artists, depictions of First Peoples convey the world view of the colonizers. The artworks on display in this exhibition provide insight into European attitudes and perceptions of Indigenous people. The Samuel E. Weir Collection includes many such representations, and even some rare works by I…
Walker Cultural Leader Alejandro Cartagena (Mexico): Exhibition – A presidential guide to selfies The deliberate use of merchandising strategies in presidential campaigns and governmental communications have in the past decade sought out ways to close the gap between the people and their candidates or government officials. The epitome of such s…
Poetry Takes the Nite 2018 Located at The Black Sheep Lounge in Welland Come listen to some amazing poetry from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. the last Saturday of every month! On from January 27th to November 24th!
Pirates. Lost Boys. A ticking crocodile. J. M. Barrie’s classic story about the boy who would never grow up is brought to life in this lively musical reimagining for kids and kids-at-heart. Stripped down to bare bones, performed by an award-winning ensemble of actors with fresh direction and a stunning, folksy, lively musical score, this producti…
When you are thinking about designing new gardens or perhaps refreshing an older landscape there are certain concepts that you should consider before you even put the shovel into the ground. Come learn about the 5 senses of garden design: a sense of entry, a sense of welcome, a sense of enclosure, a sense of flow and a sense of place. Learn how you…
N O W H E R E Michael Bedard, Tony Calzetta, Gabrielle de Montmollin Opening Reception Saturday 13 October 2-6 pm On display 13 - 28 October 2018 AIH Studios 179 East Main St., Welland, Ontario Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 1 - 5 pm or by appointment, contact aihstudios179@gmail.com www.artishell.com Michael Bedard has been an artist al…
Listen to Old Fort Erie’s ghost stories and the traditions of Halloween during this popular event. At the end of the tour watch the Burning of Guy Fawkes, a visitor favourite! Tour times available are 7:30, 7:45 and 8:00 p.m. with Guy Fawkes burning at 8:30 p.m. At 9 p.m. watch Halloween themed movies playing in our Welcome Centre theatre. Reserv…
Join us in the gallery each month for a presentation by a local resident, followed by a lively discussion about the life and times of a famous or infamous person from the past. 28 Jan Suzanne Hebert: Shah of Iran, Pt 2 25 Feb Sheila Hill: Rex Whistler 25 Mar David Sydor: Lloyd Dennis 22 Apr Betsy Masson: Hannah Peters Jarvis 27 May Michael Clark:…
Lúnasa are internationally acknowledged as being the finest traditional Irish instrumental band of recent times. They are renowned for their stunning shows honed by superb musicianship and a constant touring cycle. Their inventive arrangements and bass driven grooves have steered Irish acoustic music into surprising new territory. Their recordings…
Our Tuesday Music@Noon series is generously sponsored by the RBC Foundation. This free concert series takes place most Tuesdays at noon throughout the academic year. Held in the acoustically excellent Cairns Recital Hall, FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, our Music@Noon series provides ample opportunities for artists to display their creativity.…
Tribute to Memphis Gospel Hour, the Greg Frewin Theatre proudly presents a special gala for this memorial tribute.
Pirates. Lost Boys. A ticking crocodile. J. M. Barrie’s classic story about the boy who wouldn’t grow up is brought to life in this lively musical reimagining for kids and kids-at-heart. Touring Niagara October 2018, this adaptation encourages us to dream, to imagine possibilities, and to remember the power of make-believe. “Full of the w…
Live by the Falls presents April Wine on October 25, 2018. Tickets are $43 (all inclusive) and can be purchased online at https://sccniagara.ticketpro.ca, by phone with Ticketpro at 1-888-655-9090, and at our Box Office, 6815 Stanley Avenue in Niagara Falls. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Throughout 2018, Niagara Parks Heritage will be presenting specially selected films at our historic Old Fort Erie. Featuring award-winning classics and culturally important recent releases, all presented in our grand and storied venue. Movies start at 7 p.m. and all movies are $5 per person. Drinks, popcorn and light snacks available for purchase.…
The Historical Society of St. Catharines marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I with an evening of music, pictures, and dramatic readings from the actual letters home from local soldiers fighting at the Front during the First World War.
Pirates. Lost Boys. A ticking crocodile. J. M. Barrie’s classic story about the boy who wouldn’t grow up is brought to life in this lively musical reimagining for kids and kids-at-heart. Touring Niagara October 2018, this adaptation encourages us to dream, to imagine possibilities, and to remember the power of make-believe. “Full of the w…
Brock Univerity’s Department of Dramatic Arts presents: Antigone Translated by Ian Johnston Adapted and directed by Mike Griffin Set and Costume Design by Kelly Wolf Lighting Design by Chris Malkowski Sound Design by Max Holten-Andersen Adapted by faculty member Mike Griffin from Sophocles’ classic Greek Tragedy, Antigone questions the l…
A hilarious & competitive improv comedy show where the audience votes for the winner! This month, improvisers will perform as their Halloween costume character!