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Shaw review: Veteran stage actors reflect on their unpredictable and ephemeral world

Three longtime Shaw actors, Sharry Flett, Patrick Galligan and Sanjay Talwar, sat down to chat with theatre critic Anthony Chase about their journeys as actors and careers at the Shaw. The result? "They shared a love and total commitment to what they are doing," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Shaw review: Uncovering the strides Jewish women made in theatre

"Who were these famous and groundbreaking Jewish women? What did they have to overcome to succeed? What drove them forward? Ambition, drive, resilience for certain," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Shaw review: Cerebral and intimate ‘Ohio State Murders’ is one to see

With quality performances from its two leads, superb production value and creative direction from Philip Akin, Adrienne Kennedy's story of love and betrayal is well-realized at the Shaw, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Shaw Festival’s 2027 lineup will feature ‘South Pacific,’ ‘The Color Purple’ and more

The 65th season will feature Rodgers and Hammerstein’s "South Pacific," "The Color Purple," "Arsenic and Old Lace" and "Grimm Tales," among 11 productions across three theatres in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Shaw review: ‘Amadeus’ falls short of original play’s theatricality

"I left feeling detached, that form had superseded content, that the visceral theatricality that Shaffer so brilliantly offers by his gifts of storytelling had been denied," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Monday Punday with David Green: Jan. 8, 2018

Welcome to the start of a new year of Monday Punday with David Green! Follow Monday Punday to keep up with what's happening with David and...

Brock students ready for sold out Monster Pitch

Four Brock University student teams will present their business ideas to an all-star panel of judges on Monday as the Goodman School of Business...

‘Polar bears’ brave cold in Chippawa

The seventh annual Chippawa Polar Bear Dip was Saturday and brought in volunteers from Niagara Falls Fire and St. John’s Ambulance.

Coronation Street’s ‘Ken Barlow’ headed to NF Comic Con

William Roache, well known for his portrayal of Ken Barlow in Coronation Street, is headed to Niagara Falls Comic Con in June. It will be...

Last three free Tim Hortons public skates

The last three free Tim Horton’s public skates for Niagara Falls this holiday season are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Gale Centre and...

PHOTO GALLERY: Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve

“We are Canadian.”

That was the theme the rang in the new year in Niagara Falls, being chanted in between musical acts and echoed by nearly all who took the stage.

Livestock creator wants local talent at NYE shows

The Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve show this year will see the return of a live national broadcast and a line-up of all Canadian...

PHOTO GALLERY: Sparkle Awards winners announced

For those that take their holiday light displays to the next level, there are the Sparkle Lighting Awards, which each year recognize the best...

Monday Punday with David Green: Dec. 18, 2017

What's up with comedy this week? Grand Central Comedy Night is Monday at 9 p.m. at Showtime Comedy Club.David Green will be hosting a Christmas show on...

Fort George rink a hit

In Canada, with winter comes skating rinks, and for a third year, a rink has been set-up at Fort George Historic Site in Niagara-on-the-Lake, offering a...

Monday Punday with David Green: Dec. 11, 2017

Want to keep up with David this week? He'll be appearing live on The Cadillac Bill Show on Funny 820 radio this Friday at 9...

Music at the Old Winery

Looking for a little live music? The Old Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake is presenting “handmade” live music every Friday and Saturday night. This Friday, musicians Andy...

PHOTO GALLERY: NOTL Christmas Parade

Keeping with tradition, thousands lined the streets of old town Niagara-on-the-Lake for the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday.

Here's a photo gallery.

Sayzee show to support Pelham Cares

Late Club Niagara wants to show support for local families this Christmas. Club promoters have arranged a charity night called “Giving Back to the City,...

Twisted Sister frontman booked for Comic Con 2018

It seems Niagara Falls Comic Con is breaking into the world of classic rock, with the announcing of an iconic rock star for the...

Socials awards finals hit Falls

The awards ceremony for Niagara’s first-ever social media awards The Socials will take place Monday night at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Niagara Falls. The finalists...

GALLERY & VIDEO: NOTL Candlelight Stroll 2017

The annual Niagara-on-the-Lake Candlelight Stroll lit Queen St. red and green Friday night as hundreds, if not thousands, gathered with candles in hand to celebrate the holiday season and support local families.

A quick chat with Rick Mercer

While it might have been in negotiations before, it’s confirmed that Rick Mercer will be in Niagara Falls hosting the New Year’s Eve show,...

Heavyweight champ to defend title in Falls

Boxing's Canadian Heavyweight Champion will be decided tonight in Niagara Falls as Thunder at the Falls takes over the Scotiabank Convention Centre. The seven-round night will see Canadian...

Deck the Falls starts Friday

As part of the Winter Festival of Lights, Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tour launches its second year on Friday, offering a chance to tour...

Candles to illuminate NOTL

The 29th annual Niagara-on-the-Lake Candlelight Stroll will light up old town this Friday night, with songs, carollers and of course candles. The festivities start at...

Monday Punday with David Green: Nov. 27, 2017

What's up with comedy this week? David Green performs a special show for the Niagara Ice Dogs at Showtime Comedy and Entertainment on Monday night (Nov....

Am?e Boury: Niagaras wine industry still in infant stages

Niagara’s wine industry is just starting to make itself known on the global scale. At just 35-years-old, the industry is still a “baby,” according...

New Year’s Eve comes back with a bang

New Year’s Eve celebrations in Niagara Falls are going big again this year, with the return of a national TV broadcast and a midnight...

Special fireworks shows Thursday in Falls

Can’t get enough of fireworks shows? You’re in luck. Two special firework shows will light the skies over Niagara Falls on Thursday night, as part of...

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