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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.

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Swimmers of Lake Ontario

At the foot of King Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake, near the Niagara River is a huge granite stone marker listing 65 names of a very...

Wine and Words to host award-winning investigative journalist Tanya Talaga

Award-winning Toronto Star investigative journalist and acclaimed author Tanya Talaga is making her way to The Hare Wine Co. on Feb. 13. Author of national...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: Mural Project

In 2012, Niagara-on-the-Lake was busy commemorating the War of 1812 and how it shaped the future of Upper Canada.  Projects were abounding with special...

Shaw Film Series: A cinematic town hall

Most wintery Saturday afternoons for the past 13 years, hundreds of local film buffs have found their way to the Shaw Festival main stage...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: When the river stopped flowing

The temperatures have dropped to below seasonal, the winds are blowing and the snow is falling. With the arctic blasts of icy air and...

Days of Wine and Chocolate returns February

Forget wine and cheese, this February the Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake are offering up a decadent twist on food and drink pairings with the Days...

Protests planned during Icewine Village festival

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Icewine Village to transform Queen Street into a winter wonderland, from Jan. 19 to 20 and 26 to 27.   This year marks Icewine Village's 24th...

Bill S-203 brings an end to keeping whales and dolphins in captivity

The captivity of dolphins and whales is coming to an end in Canada, with the passing of Bill S-203 in the House of Commons.   The...

Niagara’s History Unveiled: St. Davids in the 20th Century

One might think that all the excitement and action for St. Davids was in the 19th century but during the 20th century the town...

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