Arts & Culture


MUSICTOGETHER: SEE NORTHERN ONTARIO LIVE IN YOUR HOME

We’re all struggling to get used to social distancing measures in and effort to keep our communities safe from the COVID-19 pandemic. While times are uncertain for us all some of the hardest hit are our local artists who depend on public gatherings to perform. As venues, festivals and other gigs are postponed many are concerned about how they’ll be able to make an income. It is important now more than ever to make sure that you’re a vocal supporter of your favourite artists to help them get by until we can all play again. In order to offer......

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Occupy your mind during COVID-19

Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels Since we are all going to be home for the next few weeks, we wanted to share a few ways we are keeping our minds occupied while self-isolating. Ripley’s Aquarium Shark Cam – Take a plunge into a shark tank with Ripley’s live underwater stream. Canada’s Wonderland Virtual Rides – They have posted 34 virtual rides on YouTube so you can take a ride from the comfort of your home. Immerse yourself in some Arts & Culture: The Metropolitan Opera Google Arts & Culture Louvre Online Tours Forbes created a detailed list of Galleries, Art Organizations......

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LOCAL ACTS AT BLOOM 2

Are you ready to shake off those icicles? Bloom 2 has arrived and we couldn’t think of a better way to kick those winter blues to the curb. Organized by our friends at NLFB, Bloom is an international multi-venue music festival with headliners including A Tribe Called Red, Lido Pimienta, and Terra Lightfoot! But don’t worry, our local talent was not overlooked. Filling out the bill we have Sudbury performers with musical styles ranging from hip-hop to folk, showcasing just how diverse our crater really is! Read on to learn more about some of the local artists you can......

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BLOOM ARTIST PROFILE: EYEDA SOPHIA

The second edition of Bloom festival is coming up March 6&7! Bloom is a multi-venue world music festival presented by your friends at Northern Lights Festival Boreal. Their team has put together an amazingly curated line up of artists from across the globe and if their summer fest is any indication you don’t want to miss out. Sudburians will have the chance to catch performances from festival headliners including A Tribe Called Red with their electric multimedia DJ show, Polaris Prize winner Lido Pimienta, and the ferociously talented Terra Lightfoot. Make sure you have the Bloom app downloaded so......

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LISTEN TO THE WORLD AT BLOOM 2

Get ready for an explosion of world music to hit downtown Sudbury! Northern Lights Festival Boreal presents Bloom for the second year, March 6&7, 2020. This multi-venue festival invites you to get a taste of all sorts of music with influences from around the globe! The Grand Nightclub, The Townehouse Tavern, and the Sudbury Theatre Centre will play host to over 10 performances over Bloom 2 with surprise pop-up shows still to be announced. Sudburians will have the chance to catch headliners A Tribe Called Red with their electric multimedia DJ show, Polaris Prize winner Lido Pimienta, and the......

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MAKING OF A DEBUT EP WITH MAX JOSÉ

Looking for some new tunes to get you through these long winter months? We’ve got a new local recommendation we think you’ll love! Maxwell José is a performer who’s name you might recognize as a frequent player on local stages. His style is influenced by country folk artists like John Prine and more modern performers like Daniel Romano. After lots of hard work and songwriting José’s first EP Making of a Fool was released in late 2019. With a fresh new year at hand, he’s ready to get out and perform his original songs for new and old fans......

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THEATRE CAMBRIAN BRINGS ANNIE TO LIFE IN FEBRUARY!

Theatre Cambrian is bringing Annie, one of the most beloved family musicals to the stage February 6-16, 2020 in collaboration with Sudbury Theatre Centre. A crew of over 30 dedicated artists are bringing this production together chock full of local talent. Get the whole gang out to see everyone’s favourite precocious red-headed orphan in action! Tickets are available now at www.sudburytheatre.com for the run, don’t miss out! Taking on the titular role of Annie is Marymount Academy grade 9 student, Ava Levecque. Directed and choreographed by John McHenry, with music director Simon Landry, ANNIE also features the talents of......

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CARMEN DIOR LIVE IN SUDBURY

It’s time to get on your most extra attire, beat that face and WERK your way to the Caruso Club. Carmen Dior is hosting a one night only evening of eleganza extaviganza and you will not want to miss it! Sudbury born performer Noah Carniello is bringing their drag persona to life right here at home on February 1st at the Caruso Club (lower hall). Not only does your $20 ticket get you into the show where Dior will be serving up glamorous looks and stellar entertainment, but you’ll also have a chance to meet Dior herself! Doors open......

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VOICES OF THE ROCK SHOWCASES NEXT GENERATION OF SONGWRITERS

For the past three seasons, the Sudbury Theatre Centre has featured the Voices of the Rock series. An evening of intimate storytelling and performance hosted by the STC’s own Kelly Perras. Their first series highlighted some of the powerhouse women of Sudbury, last years featured iconic veterans of the music scene. This year, the selection of artists showcases the next generation of songwriters, starting with Brooke Bruce (November 23rd), Eric Clancy (February 8th), and Emma McDaniel (May 20th). Tickets are available for all three Voice of the Rock presentations for just $20. Visit www.sudburytheatre.com for details. Brooke Bruce –......

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WORDSTOCK SUDBURY HAS ARRIVED!

The Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival is just around the corner! What does this mean? Readers, writers, and lovers of words can get ready for a jam-packed weekend of literary programming at Northern Ontario’s premier festival. The fun starts Friday, November 1st and runs until Sunday, November 3rd at the Holiday Inn in the South End. While there are many author talks, writing workshops and presentations taking place (full schedule is attached) here is a highlight of what I’m looking forward to the most. Women with Word – Friday, November 1st @ 7PM The Women with Word session on Friday, November 1st starts at 7......

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