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Shaw review: A thoughtful ‘Heartbreak House’ that never fully catches fire

"'Heartbreak House' is a profound examination of generational change, of dreams and ambitions shattered by war, of industry and government overturning social programs in favour of exploitation," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Enjoy live music at Band in the Barn, returning July 31

The midsummer fundraiser will feature live music by Gumbo Stew, food from PigOut Niagara, beer and wine from Bella Terra Vineyards, Konzelmann Estate Winery and the Exchange Brewery, a live auction and dancing among the vines.

Gordon Lightfoot’s nephew brings his uncle’s songs to St. Mark’s

More than three years after Gordon Lightfoot's death, his music filled St. Mark's Anglican Church as a sold-out audience gathered to celebrate the Canadian icon through the voices and instruments of musicians who knew him.

Shaw review: Savour the vigorous comedy of ‘One for the Pot’

More than 40 years after the debut of this British farce on the Shaw Festival stage, "One for the Pot" returns with excellent performances that contain the elements needed to make this for-the-masses comedy a laugh riot, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Shaw review: A celebration of golf’s past — and Broadway’s best

"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Photo: A Canadian thing

The Novice Local League NOTL Wolves take on the The Novice Local League NOTL Wolves on Saturday afternoon.

Something to Sing About: Music Niagara launches ChoralFest Saturday

David Israelson Special to The Lake Report Music lovers are in for a special treat as Music Niagara launches its first ChoralFest, kicking off Saturday,...

Wine Thang: What is chaptalization?

The staff of Ravine Winery share their expertise and offer a brief explanation about an aspect of wine in this regular feature. So, whether...

Wine Country: A winemakers playgroundfor Am?e Boury

  Victoria Gilbert Special to The Lake Report   A slight Parisian girl with metal in her tragus, on her fingers, and around her wrists, Amélie Boury could...

Music Niagara’s Choral Fest first of its kind in region

Music Niagara will bring a collection of choirs together for its first-ever ChoralFest – featuring eight concerts by nine choirs performed over 10 days. From Nov....

Shaw casts unveiled: Classics dominate festival’s 2020 season

Mike Keenan Special to The Lake Report Shaw Festival artistic directo, Tim Carroll  is offering an eclectic theatre mix for the 2020 season. Carroll is maintaining popular items such as Sherlock Holmes...

Artifact of the Week – Oct. 24

This week’s clue: When flames appear unexpectedly and they need to be put out, I’m not just a “fly on the wall.”Last week’s artifact...

Writers’ Circle: Daredevil William ‘Red’ Hill Sr.

Bill Hamilton NOTL Writers' Circle Back in 1948, the family business of the famed river man, Red Hill Sr. came under hard times and was subjected...

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