Waking up to a summer rain storm, or the Sunday noises of a quiet house: minimalist piano has a way of conjuring that sense of calm, and evoking memories you’d long forgotten. Montreal’s Jean-Michel Blais’ (Arts & Crafts) enchanting instrumental compositions pair the melodic pop sensibilities of Amélie-era Yann Tiersen with the breathtaking technical skill …
Dubbed “Ottawa’s freshest theatre festival,” the 7th edition of Fresh Meat features 30+ local artists performing 12 original experimental works. Six shows play each weekend Thursday-Saturday at Arts Court. All are world premieres 🌎. Featuring new works by: Montana Adams Maryse Fernandes Monica Bradford-Lea & Nicholas Leno Hayley Dennis Sarah Haley Caterina Fiorindi Priyanka Gopalkista …
Please join Studio Sixty Six for the opening reception of Gallemit | Thériault. Two separate exhibitions by Ottawa artists Marisa Gallemit and Rémi Thériault Opening Reception: Thursday, October 11, 6-9pm. Location: Studio Sixty Six Show Runs: October 11 – November 4 Studio Sixty Six is excited to be featuring 2 of Ottawa’s most well received …
Danger Grove and Awards on tour! This is a FREE, ALL-AGES, AFTERNOON event in the jewel of Mechanicsville’s musical marketplace, The Record Centre! Two of Canada’s most innovative hip-hop/electronic duos are teaming up this October to tour in support of their respective full-length debut albums. London, Ontario-based AWARDS will release Warm Computers on Oct. 12, …
Ottawa Art Gallery held their opening reception and launch party for Karim Rashid’s Cultural Shaping exhibition on October 10, 2018. It is the first large-scale presentation of the iconic industrial designer’s work in Canada to date. The exhibition includes objects and original sketches that exemplify Karim’s unique approach and philosophy, highlighting over 200 award-winning designs. …
Join OAG to celebrate the launch of Karim Rashid: Cultural Shaping, the first large-scale presentation of the iconic industrial designer’s work in Canada to date. The exhibition includes objects and original sketches that exemplify Karim’s unique approach and philosophy, highlighting over 200 award-winning designs. +Free admission +Cash bar, night menu by Jackson; +Music by Jas …
Attended a preview for Ottawa Art Gallery‘s Fall Exhibition preview which was set up by the people at IgersOttawa. Starting with Michael Belmore and A.J. Casson’s Confluences and Tributaries. This exhibition will coalesce the work of two artists from different cultural and generational backgrounds, to bring together the story of the Ontario landscape and the …
It was a bittersweet goodbye to Montreal’s Young Galaxy at the 27 Club on October 6, 2018. Who are one of my favorite Canadian acts in the past 10 years. No, they aren’t breaking up, it is more of a hiatus and wanting to focus on other projects. Apparently, Ottawa was the only night where …
Check out the photos from Rae Spoon, respectfulchild and Fire Queen @ The 27 Club. Fire Queen – 8/10. respectfulchild – 8/10. Rae Spoon – 8/10.
Royal Canoe and Begonia stopped by The 27 Club on October 3, 2018. Part of their RAYZ tour and promote their split cassette single of Rayz/The Light. Begonia was first to perform. This was my first time seeing the band play. Alex Dirk of Begonia just had that amazing vocal when she sang. Reminds me …