Entertainment

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.

All Peace Bridge lanes to be open for summer

The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority has begun the process of reopening the third traffic lane on the Peace Bridge for the...

Truth and humour with comedian Ally Dick

Ally Dick didn’t surprise anyone when she became a stand-up comic. The 28-year-old was basically born into it, with her father having been a comedian...

Niagara Region photo of the week

Title: Dinner is Served Description: A juvenile bald eagle in Port Colborne with a fresh catch for dinner. Photographer: Nicki Williams, Port Colborne

NOTL getting Junior A hockey team

After nearly two years of negotiations, Niagara-on-the-Lake is officially getting its own Junior A hockey team. The team, the NOTL Nationals, will call Virgil's Meridian Credit...

Niagara photographer wants to make change for DSBN students

St. Catharines photographer Eunice Tang wants to help support students from low-income families this June by setting up a spring family photoshoot at Jaycee...

Niagara Now launches print edition “The Lake Report” in NOTL

Niagara Now is pleased to announce its first print edition officially launches today in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The newspaper, called The Lake Report, will focus specifically on NOTL,...

Grand Hotel previews start Thursday at Shaw

Previews for the Shaw Festival’s 2018 main stage musical Grand Hotel start Thursday, taking viewers back to the 1920s in Weimar Berlin from the...

NOTL garden tours to inspire landscaping ideas

By: MICHAEL FOX, Garden Making Niagara-on-the-Lake enjoys the distinction of hosting two annual home garden tours in the summer, the Shaw Guild Garden Tour in...

Primary Jet Boat docks moving to Queenston

After 25 years of using the docks in Niagara-on-the-Lake as its main station, Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours is moving its primary operations to Queenston. NOTL will...

Treating music as a business

Sometimes for a musician, fine tuning isn’t just about pitch. At least that’s what Niagara Falls musician, YouTuber and music manager Matt Guarasci has come to...

Monday Punday with David Green: Apr. 23, 2018

What's up with comedy this week in Niagara? Catch round four of Niagara's Top Comic this Wednesday at Showtime Comedy Club in St. Catharines....

Niagara Region photo of the week

Title: Snowfall in Wine Country Description: A tranquil scenic morning in wine country. Photographer: Simone Gomes, Niagara-on-the-Lake

- A word from our sponsors -

Follow us

HomeEntertainment