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News (Big News!): We’ve sold Artword Artbar.
Announced September 4, 2019: News (Big News!): We’ve sold Artword Artbar. Our lovely place on Colbourne Street. This fall will be our last! And it will be a blast! So don’t be downcast. Don’t look aghast. Just get here real … Continue reading
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CLOSED Nov 18 – Dec 4, CLOSED permanently from Dec 4 onwards
Artword Artbar at 15 Colbourne is closed from Nov 18 to Dec 4, 2019, while we clear out the restaurant equipment and our theatre gear. The new owners of the building take possession on December 5, 2019. Is there Artword … Continue reading
Hill Brothers Bluegrass Band, Sat Nov 16 @8pm, Sun Nov 17 @3pm
Our final two shows at 15 Colbourne Street: *Saturday, November 16, 2019, at 8 pm, and *Sunday November 17, 2019, at 3 pm. $15.00. Both shows are SOLD OUT. Sorry, there are NO last-minute tickets at the door. The Hill … Continue reading
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Two Artword special “Farewell to 15 Colbourne” shows, Thurs Nov 14, Fri Nov 15
Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 8 pm. The Musicians Special… featuring musicians who have appeared on the 15 Colbourne stage over the past 10 years. Friday, November 15, 2019, at 8 pm. The Artword Theatre Show, excerpts selected by director-playwright … Continue reading
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Joe Crookston is back, Wed Nov 13
Wednesday November 13, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve, call 905-543-8512, or email artword @artword.net, or Book online A return visit by Joe Crookston, songwriter, guitarist, painter, fiddler, slide player, eco-village member and believer in all things possible. His … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, events at Artword, Nov 6 to 10
November 6 to 10, 2019. Artword Artbar at 15 Colbourne St. is pleased to host five events for 2019 Steel City Jazz Festival. steelcityjazzfest.com Regular $20, Students $10. BUY Tickets: www.bruha.com/event/5048#buytickets Phone reservations for the Nov 6, Nov 7 and … Continue reading
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Skye Consort & Emma Björling, Sat Nov 2, 3 pm & 8 pm
Saturday November 2, 2019, TWO SHOWS: 3 pm & 8 pm. $20 reg, $10 students. To reserve tickets (and seating), Book online or call 905-543-8512, or email artword@artword.net Skye Consort & Emma Björling perform trans-Atlantic arrangements of traditional Nordic/Celtic/Québecois music … Continue reading
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Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley, cd release, Fri Nov 1
Friday November 1, 2019, at 8 pm. Tickets $20. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online Two of our favourite performers, vocalist Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley (guitar, trumpet) are returning to Artword Artbar with a … Continue reading
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Acoustic Moments, w. The Riddim Riders Unplugged, Thurs Oct 31
Thursday October 31, at 8 pm. Admission $15 if you wear red, gold and/or green. General admission will be $25. Mr. Jay hosts another fabulous Acoustic Moments show, featuring world-class reggae music by The Riddim Riders Unplugged. Band members Franklin Joseph (guitar), Mike … Continue reading
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Brownman’s HALLOWEEN THRILLER, Wed Oct 30 at 7:30
Wednesday October 30, 2019, early show 7:30-10:30 pm. Brownman’s HALLOWEEN THRILLER. Acclaimed jazz / hip-hop trumpet player Brownman Ali leads an all-star quartet through his popular annual HALLOWEEN THRILLER concert! Tickets: $15 advance, $20 door, $10 students. Advance tickets call … Continue reading
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Sophia Perlman and Adrean Farrugia, Sat Oct 26
Saturday October 26, 2019, at 8 pm, $15/10. For our 10th Anniversary concert series, our all-time favourite dynamic duo of Sophia Perlman and Adrean Farrugia are essential. They will perform “our usual eclectic mix of songs we love, and some … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, Fri Oct 25
Friday October 25, 2019, at 8 pm $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton brings us another edition of Radio Dial for our 10th Anniversary season. Always wonderful, always full of surprises. Special guest … Continue reading
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Mark McNeil’s Hamilton for Beginners + Les Smith, Thurs Oct 24
Thursday, October 24, 2019, at 8 pm. $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online Hamilton for Beginners: a show of stories, songs and photos featuring singer-songwriter-journalist Mark McNeil. Followed by a song-swap with Mark and harmonica … Continue reading
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“Mohawk loves Artword” a showcase thank-you, Wed Oct 23
Wednesday October 23, 2019, at 7:30 pm, $5. “Mohawk loves Artword” is a night celebrating the history of performances at Artword Artbar by members of the Mohawk College music program. This showcase is a special thank-you from current and former … Continue reading
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Bluegrass: New Cumberland Band, Sun Oct 20, 2 pm
Sunday October 20, 2019. Afternoon show 2 to 5 pm, $15. A Sunday show! Yes, the only day we could the whole band together this fall at Artword. To reserve tickets (and seating) call 905-543-8512, or, Book online An … Continue reading
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Latin Peña: music and poetry with Marcelo Puente, Sat Oct 19
Saturday October 19, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Join us for a Latin American Peña (coffee house), an evening of poetry and music, featuring Marcelo Puente and friends. “Marcelo Puente [is] one of the outstanding exponents of the “nueva cancion” … Continue reading
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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri Oct 18
Friday October 18, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online The Amy Project returns to Artword Artbar! The show is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life … Continue reading
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Double-bill: Tom Shea and Will Gillespie, Thurs Oct 17
Thursday October 17, 2019. at 8 pm, $10. Two singer-songwriters who go ‘way back with us at Artword Artbar. Tom Shea is a Hamiltonian, a writer, a singer, a musical jack-of-all-trades. In his first and final solo gig at Artword … Continue reading
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Jazz with the Elena Kapeleris Quintet, Sat Oct 12
Saturday October 12, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 regular, $10 students. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online The Elena Kapeleris Quintet, a Toronto-based quintet, led by Elena Kapeleris, is joining forces with two of Hamilton’s … Continue reading
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closed, Fri Oct 11
Friday October 11, 2019, closed
Alt-Country w. Rae Billing & her band Crybaby, Thurs Oct 10
Thursday October 10, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online Rae Billing and her Alt-Country band CRYBABY: Rae Billing vocals and acoustic guitar, Andrew Aldridge lead guitar, Greg Brisco keys, Carrie … Continue reading
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Leonard, Burns & Dell, + Hogan, Sun Oct 6 at 8 pm
Sunday October 6, 2019, 8-10 pm. A special concert. $15 door, $10 adv. To reserve tickets (and seating) call 905-543-8512, or, Book online Alison Hogan is a veteran west coast singer/songwriter who started out in Vancouver clubs and coffeehouses in … Continue reading
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Fresh Flute! Colleen Allen and Darcy Hepner, Sat Oct 5
Saturday October 5, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 regular, $10 students. To reserve tickets (and seating), call 905-543-8512, or Book online Fresh Flute! An evening of Jazz Flute with Colleen Allen and Darcy Hepner. From Be-bop to Funk, a celebration of … Continue reading
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Featured Post: James Gordon “Emergency Climate Musical” Fri Oct 4
Friday October 4, 2019, at 8 pm. $20. Singer, songwriter, storyteller James Gordon returns with his latest project Emergency Climate Musical. Here is his plot: Before the last federal election, songwriter/activist James Gordon barnstormed his way across the country with his … Continue reading
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Dynamic double-bill: Doug Murphy + Aaron Zukewich, Thurs Oct 3
Thursday October 3, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Double-bill! Two of Artword’s far-out favourite jazz composers – pianist Aaron David Zukewich and guitarist Doug Murphy. 8 pm set Guitarist Doug Murphy plays his own compositions in the fusion psychedelic jazz … Continue reading
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J.P. Riemens book launch, Sun Sept 29 from 3 to 5 pm
Sunday September 29, 2019, from 3 to 5 pm, $10 (includes a free cd). Singer-songwriter J.P. Riemens reads from his new book Slightly Below the Surface, and sings some songs from his cds. Slightly Below the Surface is the story … Continue reading
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Alison Schott & Darrin Schott, Sat Sept 28
Saturday September 28, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets (and seating), Book online or call 905-543-8512. Darrin and Alison Schott are a picking, singing and song-writing duo from Norfolk County. Expect beautiful vocal harmonies, and virtuoso playing on fiddle, … Continue reading
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The Emily Kemp Quintet, Fri Sept 27
Friday September 27, 2019, at 8 pm, Regular $15, students $10. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Guess who is kicking off our 10th Anniversary Celebration concert series? Emily Kemp, jazz, funk and pop singer, set up … Continue reading
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Planet of the Loops: Andrew Aldridge and guests, Thurs Sept 26
Thursday September 26, 2109, at 8 pm, $10. The Planet of the Loops returns! Noted guitarist Andrew Aldridge and his legendary Planet of the Loops live at Artword Artbar. Special guests for Thurs Sept 26 are cellist Cheryl O and … Continue reading
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Ewan Macintyre Trio, Scotland-Quebec, Wed Sept 25
Wednesday September 25, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Scottish musician Ewan Macintyre is on tour with his band: Ewan Macintyre: vocals, guitar, mandolin; Karine Bouchard: violoncelle/ cello (from Montreal); Peter … Continue reading
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Paul Lisson, The Perfect Archive, book launch, Sun Sept 22 at 4 pm
Sunday September 22, 2019, at 4:00 pm. Book launch: The Perfect Archive by Paul Lisson, published by Guernica Editions. The Perfect Archive is a story in verse about an archivist who moves beyond his role as protector and cataloguer of … Continue reading
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Clic-Clac: Flamenco dance and song, Sat Sept 21
Saturday September 21, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Flamenco ensemble, Clic-Clac: Angela Deiseach (dance), Shirley ‘la Pili’ Pincay (vocals), Amilia Cervantes (violin), and Juan D Toledo (guitar). Rooted in traditional … Continue reading
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Tia McGraff and Tommy Parham, Fri Sept 20
Friday September 20, 2019, at 8 pm. $15. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Americana-country songstress Tia McGraff, and singer-guitarist Tommy Parham return to Artword Artbar. This time they are bringing Duane Rutter to play electric … Continue reading
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Cantrip (Scottish music trio), Thurs Sept 19
Thursday September 19, 2019, at 8 pm. $15 advance/$20 door. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Cantrip, a high energy Celtic trio, is releasing a new live album in celebration of their 20 year history. Come … Continue reading
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Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers, Supercrawl weekend, Sun Sept 15 at 3 pm
Sunday September 15, 2019, from 3 to 6 pm, tip jar. Supercrawl Weekend. The original Art Crawl band! Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers: Bill Lutes guitar, vocals; Lilia Lutes very cool vocals; Kenny Clark guitar, vocals; Hank Paton guitar, … Continue reading
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Cellist Rob Knaggs + Dave Gould, Supercrawl weekend, Sat Sept 14, at 6 pm
Saturday September 14, 2019, at 6 pm. Supercrawl Weekend. Introducing Rob Knaggs. Avant-cellist Rob Knaggs, originally from Brisbane Australia, is known for his atmospheric walls of sound and live performances that transport audience to the northern reaches of his adopted … Continue reading
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Beg To Differ Quartet, Supercrawl Weekend, Fri Sept 13, 9:15 pm
Friday September 13, 2019, at 9:15 pm, tip jar. Supercrawl Weekend. An Artbar favourite, Beg To Differ Quartet, are back with a special late concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums and new … Continue reading
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Joshua Pascua, ADVM, and Skylar Valli, Supercrawl weekend, Fri Sept 13 at 6 pm
Friday September 13, 2019, 6 to 9 pm, $5. Supercrawl Weekend. Pop-rock music showcase from Mohawk music program: Joshua Pascua, ADVM, and Skylar Valli. Seating limited! MUST REGISTER! No charge to register. People on the registration list are guaranteed to … Continue reading
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Rebekah Hawker w. Emma Elena Grace & Shealagh Rose, Thurs Sept 12
Thursday, September 12, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. To reserve tickets and seating, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Artword welcomes back singer-songwriter Rebekah Hawker with a concert celebrating the release of her new EP release Careful Women. With guest … Continue reading
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closed from Aug 25 to Sept 11, 2019
Sunday, August 25 to Wednesday September 11, 2019: CLOSED Fall programming starts up Thursday September 12, 2019
Marcelo Puente, fundraiser for his trip to Chile , Sat Aug 24
August Special Concert #4. We will be open for only these special events: Saturday, August 24, 2019, at 8 pm. Admission by donation. Marcelo Puente, singer-songwriter, gives a fundraiser concert for his trip: “I was invited to Chile to play … Continue reading
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Sarah Beatty and Dana Sipos, Fri Aug 16
August Special Concert #3. We will be open for only these special events: Friday August 16, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Two singer-songwriters on tour: Dana Sipos, plus Sarah Beatty with lead guitarist Peter Horvat. Dana Sipos is an acclaimed … Continue reading
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Alyssa Giammaria and Devon Savas, reunion concert, Sat Aug 10
August Special Concert #2. We will be open for only these special events: Saturday August 10, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Alyssa Giammaria vocals and Devon Savas bass. Alyssa and Devon began collaborating as students at Mohawk. Then each pursued … Continue reading
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Anthems of the Void, w. guest Jill McKenna Trio, Wed Aug 7
August Special Concert #1. We will be open for only these special events: Wednesday August 7, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Anthems of the Void: Caylie Staples vocals, Bradford Reed pencilina and modular synthesizer, and Geoff Gersh guitar, from New … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter Bonnie Hamilton, special show, Wed Jul 31
Wednesday July 31, 2019, at 8 pm, $25. Reservations a must! Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Bonnie & The Midnight Daydream Presents: “When Stars Collide”. A special concert by singer-songwriter Bonnie Hamilton: “Bonnie’s Birthday & Album Release”. Bonnie Hamilton & … Continue reading
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Fringe BYOV: Bungalow, six shows July 19 – 28
July 18 to 28, 2019: Artword Artbar BYOV hosts three plays in the Hamilton Fringe Festival. Tickets: $12 (Fringe Backer Button required) Advance Tickets: hamiltonfringe.ca/shows/bungalow/ Bungalow is a new play written and directed by Sky Gilbert, performed by Shaun McComb … Continue reading
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Fringe BYOV: Charly’s Piano, nine shows July 18 – 27
July 18 to 28, 2019: Artword Artbar BYOV hosts three plays in the Hamilton Fringe Festival. Tickets: $12 (Fringe Backer Button required) Advance Tickets: hamiltonfringe.ca/shows/charlys-piano/ Charly’s Piano, performed by Charly Chiarelli, written by Charly Chiarelli and Ronald Weihs, directed by … Continue reading
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Fringe BYOV: Tiny Bill Cody Sees the Devil, nine shows July 18 – 27
July 18 to 28, 2019: Artword Artbar BYOV hosts three plays in the Hamilton Fringe Festival. Tickets: $12 (Fringe Backer Button required) Advance Tickets: hamiltonfringe.ca/shows/tiny-bill-cody/ Tiny Bill Cody Sees the Devil, written and performed by musician and storyteller Tor Lukasik-Foss. … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the MOJO Octet, Saturday July 13, 2019.
Saturday July 13, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve, call 905-543-8512 or Book online The MOJO Octet brings together great players from the Hamilton and surrounding area, and a great repertoire to challenge them. Featuring five horn players: John … Continue reading
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Jazz w. Lorne Lofsky guitar & Adrean Farrugia piano, Fri July 12
Friday July 12, 2019, at 8 pm, $20 regular / $10 students. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Modern instrumental improvised music with The Lorne Lofsky / Adrean Farrugia Quartet: featuring Lorne Lofsky guitar; Adrean Farrugia piano; Kieran Overs acoustic bass; … Continue reading
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The Vagabond Duet, Thur July 11, EARLY 7:00 pm show
Thursday July 11, 2019, 7:00 pm. *ALL PROCEEDS TO SACHA; Sexual Assault Centre for Hamilton and Area. Pay What You Can!* The Vagabond Duet brings you cello, harp and two voices. Things are hard and there is beauty in music … Continue reading
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Carissa Kimbell’s Going Away/EP Fundraising Show, Wed July 10
Wednesday July 10, 2019, at 8 pm. Carissa Kimbell‘s Going Away/EP Fundraising Show. Tickets are $25 (includes digital download). Ticket link Eventbrite. Singer-songwriter Carissa Kimbell is performing original songs from her new album Like Water, with Andrew Aldridge on lead … Continue reading
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Latin-american folk music/ Canto popular latinoamericano, Sat July 6
Saturday July 6, 2019 at 8 pm, $15. Another of our Peña evenings, this time performed by Los Quatro: Marcelo Puente, Pepe Sanhueza, Nano Valverde, Miguel Vásquez. An evening of Latin-american folk music / Canto popular latinoamericano.
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Jazz with the Nick Maclean Quartet, w. Brownman Ali, Fri July 5
Friday July 5, 2019 at 8 pm, $15 at door, $10 advance online: Book online Jazz with the Nick Maclean Quartet: Nick Maclean piano, Brownman Ali trumpet, Jesse Dietschi bass, Tyler Goertzen drums. The award-winning Nick Maclean Quartet makes Artword … Continue reading
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CANCELLED: Water Bear: songwriters Tom Dusome & Alex T., Thurs July 4
CANCELLED Thursday July 4, 2019, 8 pm. Alt-Rock act Water Bear (songwriters Tom Dusome & Alex T.)
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Singer-songwriter night, host George Douglas, Thur June 27
Thursday June 27, 2019, at 8 pm. $10/pwyc. George Douglas hosts a singer-songwriter night at Artword Artbar, with Marcus Starr, Gavin O’Sullivan and Jesse Macrae. They will be serving up some tasty handcrafted songs for your entertainment and enjoyment. Start … Continue reading
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Vocalist Julianna Jones w. an evening of pop & RnB, Wed June 26
Wednesday June 26, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Twenty-one year old independent singer/songwriter and recording artist, Julianna Jones hosts an evening of her own original Pop and RnB songs. Plus a special guest, folk singer/songwriter Cassidy Taylor (photo right). Musicians … Continue reading
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Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Sat June 22
Saturday June 22, 2019 at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble is back for their summer show at Artword. This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of … Continue reading
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The Acoustics, world music and more, Fri June 21
Friday June 21, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Back at Artword, The Acoustics: Bonnie Bell on violin, Vince Spoto on guitar and vocals, and Alfonso Spoto on accordion, playing their own lively and original folk/rock, … Continue reading
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World Refugee Day Celebration, Thurs June 20
Thursday June 20, 2019, at 8:00 pm, $20 or pwyc. World Refugee Day Concert hosted by the Emergency Support Committee for Refugees, in support of family reunification for refugees. Arabic songs by Moutaz Al-Shalabi on oud and Marah Assaf on … Continue reading
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“Hamilton, Durand, Pub & Parlour” Capella Intima vocal quartet- Tues June 18 at 9 pm
Tuesday June 18, at 9 pm, free admission (sponsored by Hamilton Arts Council and the Downtown BIA). Part of Hamilton Arts Week. Special event at Artword Artbar: The Capella Intima vocal quartet (Sheila Dietrich soprano, Jennifer Enns Modolo alto, Bud … Continue reading
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Edgar Breau and Jean Caffeine “From punk to present” Sat June 15
Saturday June 15, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 door, $10 advance. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online From punk to present: Edgar Breau and Jean Caffeine bring songs and stories from their storied pasts. Edgar Breau is a local and national … Continue reading
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Martin Verrall and Raphael Smith Keelan, Fri June 14
Friday June 14, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Local legend singer-songwriter Martin Verrall is doing a full evening at Artword Artbar, with a guest set by singer-songwriter Raphael Smith Keelan. Martin’s band: Michael Williams bass, Joseph Hansen percussion, Chris Wilson … Continue reading
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Paul Linklater and Dale Morningstar, Thurs June 13
Thursday June 13, 2019, at 8 pm, $10/$15. Singer-songwriter guitarist Paul Linklater (of the Pinecones ) and multi-instrumentalist Dale Morningstar (of Dinner is Ruined) team up for a musical picnic. Paul is joined by Doug Friesen on bass. “Linklater thrives … Continue reading
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New Orleans jazz with Red Hot Ramble, Sat June 8
Saturday June 8, 2019, 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online A return visit! New Orleans-style jazz with Red Hot Ramble: Roberta Hunt lead vocals, piano; Jamie Stager vocals, trombone; Jacek “Jack” Zorawski vocals, acoustic bass; Glenn Anderson vocals, … Continue reading
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McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles, Fri June 7
Friday June 7, 2019, at 8 pm, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles will perform local story songs and new originals from Caroline Wiles’s new album Living In The Now. Mike McCurlie, Bob … Continue reading
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Marshall Veroni, w. Emma Elena Grace, Thurs June 6
Thursday June 6, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Singer-songwriter Marshall Veroni, w. guest set by Emma Elena Grace. Marshall Veroni is a contemporary folk singer-songwriter from Owen Sound, Ontario. With the release of his first studio record In Fields, he … Continue reading
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Alt-Country w. Rae Billing & her band Crybaby, Sat June 1
Saturday June 1, 2019, at 8:00 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Rae Billing and her Alt-Country band CRYBABY: Rae Billing vocals and acoustic guitar, Andrew Aldridge lead guitar, Greg Brisco keys, Scott Bell bass and Lucky Pete Lambert … Continue reading
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James Gordon, new cd “The Heritage Hall Sessions”, Fri May 31
Friday May 31, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online The wonderful singer-songwriter James Gordon returns to Artword to promote his new album The Heritage Hall Sessions, which has just been released to a really enthusiastic response. … Continue reading
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Hamilton Poetry Centre Open Reading, Thurs May 30, 7-9 pm
Thursday May 30, 2019, 7 pm. Free. The Hamilton Poetry Centre presents its annual Open Reading. Everyone is welcome to attend and to read. Doors open 6:30, reading starts at 7:00. Please arrive by 6:45 to register Established in 1983, … Continue reading
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Special #2: Jazzkia+with Saskia Laroo, Wed May 29, 7:30pm
Wednesday May 29, at 7:30, $15. Special Concert #2. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Jazzkia+, Saskia Laroo‘s innovative world music jazz project, comes to Hamilton, ON for a special performance! Saskia Laroo trumpet and vocals, Warren Byrd keyboards and lead … Continue reading
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Special #1: Two-Shekel Swing, klezmer/swing band, Tues May 28, 7:30pm
Tuesday May 28, 2019, at 7:30 pm. $15. Special concert #1. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Two-Shekel Swing, coming to the GTA for Jewish Music Week in Toronto, and then on to Hamilton! The musicians are Yoni Battat violin/vocals, Travis … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Whoever You Are, a science-fiction play, May 14 to 26
May 14 to 26, 2019. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Artword Theatre presents Whoever You Are, a play written and directed by Ronald Weihs, based on a 1952 science fiction short story by Judith Merril. The human race has built … Continue reading
Trumpeter Brownman Ali and his Electryc Trio, Sat May 25
Saturday May 25, 2019, at 8:00 pm, $20 door, $15 advance, $10 students. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online The amazing jazz trumpeter Brownman Ali returns to Artword Artbar with his Electryc Trio on their May tour. The trio, Brownman Ali … Continue reading
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Pint of Science, Mon May 20, Tues May 21, Wed May 22, 5 to 7 pm
Monday May 20, Tuesday May 21, Wed May 22, 2019, from 5 to 7 pm. Pint of Science: Hamilton comes to Artword Artbar. Pint of Science is an international festival over 3 days in May. The idea is to bring … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-along, Sat May 11, TWO shows — 3:30 & 8 pm
Saturday May 11, 2019, at 3:30 and 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone (Spring 2019 edition) returns with a two-show Saturday. We had to turn people away last time, so Sue, … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the Nick Arseneau Sextet, Friday May 10
Friday May 10, 2019 at 8:00 pm, $10. Jazz with the Nick Arseneau Sextet: Nick Arseneau compositions and upright & electric bass, Marie Goudy trumpet, John Nicholson tenor sax, Patrick O’Reilly guitar and effects, Josh Smiley piano, and Harry Vetro … Continue reading
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Cats Cove Media presents Joe Bass, The Do-Gooders, Tim Collins, Thurs May 9
Thursday May 9, 2019, at 8 pm, door $15 cash only, $12 advanced online. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Cats Cove Media presents an artist showcase featuring Joe Bass, The Do-Gooders and Tim Collins. Tim Collins: singer-songwriter in the folk … Continue reading
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Bluegrass: New Cumberland Band, Sat May 4
Saturday, May 4, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online An Artword favourite: The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle vocals, mandolin and dobro, Paul Hurdle vocals and banjo, … Continue reading
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Western Swing Band, w. Sonny Sinclair, Fri May 3
Friday May 3, 2019 at 8 pm, $10. The Western Swing Band with Sonny Sinclair guitar/ vocals; Peter Arthur bass / vocals; Doug Johnson pedal steel, Domenic Di Nino drums. Inspired by the country swing style of Bob Wills and the … Continue reading
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David Essig returns! Thurs May 2
Thursday May 2, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The wonderful David Essig returns to Artword on his “short and sweet spring tour – it’s a good chance to catch up with dear friends … Continue reading
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Special concert: The Sinners Choir, Sat Apr 27
Saturday April 27, 2019, at 8 pm, $15.00. Nearly sold out. For ticket info, email Trevor Powell <trevpowell16@gmail.com> A special concert: Tracey and Trevor Powell present The Sinners Choir, a trio comprised of three generations of seasoned Toronto sidemen: bassist … Continue reading
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Alex Pangman and her Alleycats, Fri Apr 26
Friday April 26, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. SOLD OUT. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512 for more info. A return visit from the wonderful jazz vocalist, Canada’s Sweetheart of Swing: Alex Pangman & Her Alleycats: Alex Pangman (leader/vox), Peter Hill (piano), … Continue reading
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Keegan Larose hosts singer-songwriter evening, Thurs April 25, 7:30
Thursday April 25, 2019, at 7:30, $10. Keegan Larose hosts an artist showcase featuring Hamilton-based songwriters sharing their songs and the stories behind them. Lineup for April 25: 7:30-8:00 Jesse Macrae 8:10-8:40 Keegan Larose 8:50-9:20 Jamie Shea 9:30-10:00 Dave Pomfret … Continue reading
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private event, Wed April 24
Private event on Wednesday April 24, not open to the public.
Eli Wallace piano improvisations + Eugene Martynec live electronics + Judith Sandiford live video mix, Tues Apr 23
Tuesday April 23rd, 2019 7:30 pm, $10. Special Concert, a double bill of two outstanding solo improvisors: Eli Wallace, from New York on his Barriers solo piano release tour, and Eugene Martynec, from Toronto, performing live electronics. Judith Sandiford will … Continue reading
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Jazz w. Alex Tomowich Quartet, Sat April 20
Saturday April 20, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 /students $10. Jazz with the Alex Tomowich Quartet: Michael Morabito on saxophone(s), Victor Agrippa on EWI (electronic wind Instrument), William Fachin on drums, Alex Tomowich on piano. Alex writes: “We’re back with … Continue reading
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Joe Crookston, songwriter, guitarist, fiddler… Thurs April 18
Thursday April 18, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online ANNOUNCING a special appearance by Joe Crookston, songwriter, guitarist, painter, fiddler, slide player, eco-village member and believer in all things possible. He’ll surprise you and awaken the … Continue reading
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Surefire Sweat: jazz, funk, world rhythms, Sat April 13
Saturday April 13, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Surefire Sweat‘s debut appearance at Artword Artbar features the group’s inventive blend of jazz, funk and worldly rhythms. Players are: Dave Chan percussion, vocals; Larry Graves drums, … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, back! Fri April 12
Friday April 12, 2019, at 8 pm $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton brings us another edition of Radio Dial. Always wonderful, always full of surprises. Stuart writes “Stuart Laughton’s RADIO DIAL is back with more great musicianship … Continue reading
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The Vagabond Duet: Rachel Nolan harp & Geoff Ball cello, Thurs Apr 11 7:30
Thursday April 11, 2019. TIME CHANGE, start now 7:30 pm !! $10. The Vagabond Duet: Geoff Ball on cello, guitar and vocals, and Rachel Nolan on pedal harp, lever harp and vocals. The Vagabond Duet mixes and mashes musical genres … Continue reading
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(Dub)Poetically Speaking: host Klyde Broox, Wed Apr 10
Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 8 pm, pwyc. (Dub)Poetically Speaking: a spoken word evening hosted by our longtime friend Klyde Broox. The evening includes a line-up of poets, plus an open-mic to follow.
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Poetry: Tamaracks: Canadian Poetry, celebration, Sun April 7 at 2 pm
Sunday April 7, 2019, from 2 to 5 pm. As a celebration of National Poetry Month, Artword Artbar hosts a poetry reading featuring Tamaracks contributors. In fall 2018, Tamaracks: Canadian poetry for the 21st century was published by Lummox Press, … Continue reading
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Robin Benedict & Friends, Sat April 6
Saturday April 6, 2019, at 8 pm, $20. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online A high-powered show organized and hosted by high-powered musician Robin Benedict. Her co-performers for the evening — Pamela Gardner, Brennagh Burns, Joe Towers, and Aaron … Continue reading
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Koopa Troop, jazzed up vintage video-game music, Fri Apr 5
Friday April 5, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. The Koopa Troop band play classic video-game music: Wilson McLeish / Luigi (guitar),Tom Altobelli /Mario (bass), Tyler Goertzen /Link (drums), Chris Bruder /Toad (piano). [Fifth member Chelsea McBride is not available for … Continue reading
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Andrew Aldridge – Planet of the Loops, Thur April 4
Thursday April 4, 2019 at 8 pm, cover $10. The Planet of the Loops returns! Noted guitarist Andrew Aldridge is bringing back his legendary Planet of the Loops live at Artword Artbar with special guests Big TRBL and Dave Gould. … Continue reading
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The Mingus Appreciation Society, 7 musicians play Mingus, Sat Mar 30
Saturday March 30, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online The seven-piece Mingus Appreciation Society brings together unique musicians and pays tribute to the quirky music of Charles Mingus. Featuring members of the Blunt Object collective from … Continue reading
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Jazz: Aubrey Wilson Quartet, Fri Mar 29
Friday, March 29, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. An Artword favourite returns! Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, featuring Chris Bruder on piano, Tom Altobelli on bass, Sean Bruce Parker on drums and bandleader Aubrey Wilson on vocals. https://www.aubreywilsonmusic.com/ Aubrey … Continue reading
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Emma Elena Grace, Shealagh Rose, Rebekah Hawker, Thurs Mar 28
Thursday March 28 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Join Emma Elena Grace, Shealagh Rose, and Rebekah Hawker, three rising singer-songwriters, for an intimate evening of stories and songs. Emma Elena Grace is an alt-country singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. She walks … Continue reading
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Devin Patten, jazz bassist, new compositions, Sat March 23
Saturday March 23, 2019, at 8 pm, $15/$10. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Devin Patten is a Toronto-based jazz bassist and composer. On this occasion at Artword Artbar, he will be leading a six-piece ensemble highlighting his original music. The … Continue reading
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Swing Into Spring w. jazz pianist Paul Benton, Fri Mar 22
Friday March 22, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Artword Artbar is pleased to announce the return to Hamilton of noted jazz pianist and vocalist Paul Benton. He celebrates his homecoming with a Swing Into Spring … Continue reading
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Tragedy Ann and Moonfruits, two folk duos, Thurs March 21
Thursday March 21, 2019 at 8 pm, $15 at door/$10 advance. To reserve, call 905-543-8512 or Book online Acclaimed folk acts Tragedy Ann (Liv Cazzola and Braden Phelan) and Moonfruits (Alex Millaire and Kaitlin Milroy) bring us an intimate bilingual … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy, March 9 to 17, 2019
March 9 to 17, 2019. All tickets $15.00. Call 905-543-8512 Artword Theatre is bringing back its timely and sensitive piece of documentary theatre, Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy, written and directed by Ronald Weihs and produced by Judith Sandiford. Dancer-choreographer-actor … Continue reading
Latin American Peña, music and poetry, Sat March 16
Saturday March 16, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 at the door. (advance closed). Another of our regular Latin American Peñas, with music and poetry from South and Central America. Performers include: musicians Marcelo Puente, Lil America, and Fito Molena, and … Continue reading
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Tiny Bill Cody Sees the Devil, Friday March 15 at 9 pm
Friday March 15, 2019, at 9:00 pm, $10. Tiny Bill Cody Sees the Devil. (This is a late show after the 7:30 performance of Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy.) Call 905-543-8512. Tor Lukasik-Foss (aka Tiny Bill Cody) has been delivering … Continue reading
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The Purple, White and Green: the story of the Scottish Suffragettes, Thur Mar 14, 9 pm
Thursday March 14, 2019, at 9:00 pm, $10 or by donation. (This is a late show after the 7:30 performance of Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy.) Call 905-543-8512. COMBO TICKET $20 with Langston Hughes vs… at 7:30, call or Book … Continue reading
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Beg to Differ Quartet, Sat March 9, at 9 pm
Saturday March 9, 2019, at 9:00 pm, $10. An Artbar favourite, Beg To Differ Quartet, are back with a special late concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums and new member Ryan Ethier … Continue reading
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Beelays: Jazz Quartet, + Nosey Neighbour, double-bill, Fri March 8
Friday March 8, 2019, at 8 pm, $15. A double bill of jazz and funk. Beelays: Jazz Quartet, with Jordan Snider on drums, Tom Altobelli on bass, Chris Bruder on piano and Scott McIntosh on guitar, is a stripped down … Continue reading
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Guitar Magic: James Bryan and Emma Rush, Thurs Mar 7, at 7:30
Thursday March 7, 2019, at 7:30 pm, $20. Two of Canada’s finest guitarists, James Bryan (McCollum) and Emma Rush come together for a night of pure guitar magic. Jazz meets pop meets folk meets classical. Originals meet classics. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/guitar-magic-tickets-55478289056 … Continue reading
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Sad Boys Literary Society, readings, music, Wed Mar 6
Wednesday March 6, 2019, at 8 pm. Admission by donation. The Sad Boys Literary Society returns with music, readings, and new chapbooks. Host Ben Robinson. Performers include: Elise Arsenault, Anthony Easton, Melissa Payne.
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RESCHEDULED Jazz: The Jill McKenna Project, Tues Mar 5, 2019
NEW date: Tuesday March 5, 2019. Early! 7 to 9:30 pm. To reserve: call 905-543-8512. Jazz with The Jill McKenna Project: Jill McKenna bass, Adrean Farrugia piano, Mackenzie Read drums. They will be exploring some new music and pushing the … Continue reading
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Jazz with the Carolyn Credico Quartet, Sat Mar 2
Saturday March 2, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Artword welcomes back “sweet and soulful” jazz singer Carolyn Credico with the Carolyn Credico Quartet: Chris Bruder piano, Jordan Snider drums, Victor Vrankulj bass. Join us for an evening of beautiful jazz … Continue reading
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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri March 1
Friday March 1, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Online ticketing closed. Call 905-543-8512 or 905-912-9083 for ticket availability. Amy Project returns to Artword Artbar! The show is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy … Continue reading
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Kongero, a capella quartet from Sweden, Thurs Feb 28, 2019
Thursday February 28, 2019, at 8 pm, $15 regular / $10 students/seniors. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Kongero, the a capella Swedish vocal group returns to Artword Artbar. Singers Lotta Andersson, Emma Björling, Anna Larsson and Anna Wikénius draw traditional … Continue reading
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Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Sat Feb 23, 2019
Saturday February 23, 2019 at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns again for Black History Month! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. … Continue reading
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Alternative funk & soul: Olivia Brown Quartet, Fri Feb 22, 2019
Friday February 22, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. Alternative funk and soul with the Olivia Brown Quartet: “Billie Holiday, James Brown, and the Pixies collide in an evening of refreshingly original music.” Olivia Brown bass and vocals, Jake Franiczek guitar, … Continue reading
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Psychedelic jazz, guitarist Doug Murphy, Thurs Feb 21, 2019
Thursday February 21,2019, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. Fusion psychedelic jazz with guitarist Doug Murphy and his band “It Is What It Is”: Alana Gunn bass, Oscar Galbraith drums, Mike Ricci saxophone and flute. Guest set by Stef … Continue reading
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Jazz, Alex Tomowich Quartet, Sun Feb 17, 2019 at 7 pm
Sunday February 17, 2019 at 7 pm, $15 / $10 students. Special early Sunday concert. Jazz w. the Alex Tomowich Quartet: Ted Warren on drums, Pat Collins on bass, Michael Morabito on saxophones, and Alex Tomowich on piano. The quartet … Continue reading
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Acoustic Moments: The Riddim Riders Unplugged, Sat Feb 16, 2019
Saturday February 16, 2019, at 8 pm. $15 advance, $20 at the door. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Mr. Jay hosts another fabulous Acoustic Moments show, featuring world-class reggae music by The Riddim Riders Unplugged. Core members Franklin Joseph and Mike Rajczak are joined … Continue reading
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Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley “Morning Sun” Black History Month, Fri Feb 15, 2019
Friday February 15, 2019, at 8 pm. $15 advance, $20 door. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online The wonderful blues/gospel duo Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley are bringing us a very special show: “Morning Sun” – a celebration in song for … Continue reading
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Valentine Special with Em and Joss, Thur Feb 14, 2019
Thursday February 14, 2019, at 8 pm. $15. Artword Artbar hosts a date-night Valentine’s Day special, a romantic evening of music with our wonderful friends Em and Joss (Emily Kemp and Jocelyn Russell). They will sing their favourite love songs. … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the Winona Collective, Sat Feb 9, 2019
Saturday February 9, 2019, at 8 pm, $10. The Winona Collective is a group of five jazz musician friends: Dan Pitt and Harry Bartlett on guitars, and Jill McKenna and Caleb Klager on upright basses. They are exploring the possibilities of … Continue reading
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The SoulCypher: featuring Aisha Barrow & Viktoria Csik, Fri Feb 8, 2019
Friday February 8, 2019, at 8:30 pm, $10. The SoulCypher features up-and-coming Soul and R&B artists LifeandtheTribe (Aisha Barrow vocalist and band) and Viktoria Csik and band. The evening will showcase modern and classic R&B and Neo-soul. Lifeandthetribe: Aisha Barrow vocals … Continue reading
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OPENING Event: Kyp Harness, w. Tania Gill & Dale Morningstar, Thurs Feb 7, 2019
Thursday February 7, 2019, at 8 pm, $10 / pwyc. First event of 2019. Songwriter Kyp Harness, musician and writer, is celebrating the release of his second novel The Abandoned as well as his 14th album, self-titled Kyp Harness. Joining … Continue reading
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December 2018, January 2019, in London, England
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Artword Artbar closed to Feb 6, 2019
From Dec 16, 2018 to Feb 6, 2019, Artword Artbar will be closed. Programming resumes from Thurs February 7, 2019. Watch the website for programming updates for February and March 2019.
Scroogissimo! is delightful and charming (review by Gary Smith)
GARY SMITH: Scroogissimo! is delightful and charming WhatsOn December 11, 2019, 12:02 PM by Gary Smith, Special to The Hamilton Spectator www.thespec.com/whatson-story/9075444-gary-smith-scroogissimo-is-delightful-and-charming/ It’s the best Scrooge I’ve seen all year. With apologies to Charles Dickens, this Hamilton version of the … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Scroogissimo is coming back! Dec 1 to 15, 2018
NEWS: remaining 4 shows selling fast. Fri Dec 14 is SOLD OUT. Friday Dec 1 to Saturday Dec 15, 2018. Times: Wed to Sat at 8:00 pm. Sun matinées Dec 2 & Dec 9 at 3:00 pm. Tickets: Adults $25, … Continue reading
SPECIAL: Brownman Ali’s Jazz Xmas show, Tues Dec 11, 7:30 pm
Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at 7:30 pm, $15/$10 students. Special show just added! Brownman Ali’s Jazz Xmas show is a unique reading of classic holiday tunes by the BROWNMAN AKOUSTIC QUARTET with Brownman Ali on trumpet, Nick Maclean on piano, … Continue reading
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Sikuris St. Lawrence, music from the Andes, Sat Nov 24
Saturday November 24, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online From Toronto, the Sikuris St. Lawrence band who play traditional South American music from the Andes: a special concert for their new cd Vidala. Band members: Ernesto … Continue reading
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New Orleans jazz with Red Hot Ramble, Fri Nov 23
Friday November 23, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online New Orleans-style jazz with Red Hot Ramble: Roberta Hunt lead vocals, piano; Jamie Stager vocals, trombone; Jacob Gorzhaltsan sax/clarinet; Jacek “Jack” Zorawski vocals, acoustic bass; Glenn Anderson vocals, … Continue reading
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Adam Carter, Pamela Gardner, My Flying Machine, Thurs Nov. 22
Thursday November 22, 2018, at 8 pm, $10/Pay What You Can. Melodic Pixel Media presents The Human Race: Adam Carter, featuring Pamela Gardner on aerial silks, with visuals by Judith Sandiford. Special guest set by My Flying Machine (Brandon General)
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The Sad Boys Literary Society, readings & music, Wed Nov 21
Wednesday November 21, 2018, at 8 pm. Admission by donation. The Sad Boys Literary Society returns with a night of readings and musical performances from Meredith Park, Kira Moolman, Tim Selles, Tim Martin, Ben McCullough, Ben Robinson. The evening is … Continue reading
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An Intimate Evening With Dwayne Morgan, Sat Nov 17
Saturday, November 17, 2018, at 8 pm, $15 reg, $12 student/senior. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Dwayne Morgan is a master storyteller. Known affectionately as the Godfather of Canadian Spoken Word, Morgan brings his 25th anniversary celebrations to Hamilton. Join … Continue reading
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Acoustic Moments: the R&B and Soul Edition, Fri Nov 16
Friday November 16, 2018, at 8 pm. Tickets $20 door. Call 905-543-8512. Advance tickets closed. Acoustic Moments: the R&B and Soul Edition hosted by Mr. Jay Maca. presents three powerhouse R&B / Soul performers: Shanika Maria: Shanika Maria is a singer-songwriter … Continue reading
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CANCELLED: Linda McRae, Laura Pitkanen, Osypa, Thurs Nov 15
SHOW CANCELLED Thursday November 15, 2018 at 8 pm, Call 905-543-8512. UPDATE Musician Linda McRae, has bowed out of the show on doctor’s orders. The other musicians (Laura Pitkanen and Osypa (Alexandra Babiak), who were to play with her, have … Continue reading
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Sympoesis2: poet John Terpstra, musician Glenn Macdonald, Wed Nov 14
Wednesday November 14, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Sympoesis2: In the first Sympoesis, held in May, writer and poet John Terpstra and singer/songwriter and cartographer Glenn Macdonald wove together an evening of readings and song into an interdisciplinary artistic event … Continue reading
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New Cumberland bluegrass band, Sat Nov 10
Saturday, November 10, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Back with some blazing hot bluegrass: The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle vocals, mandolin and dobro, Paul Hurdle … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, new edition, Fri Nov 9
Friday, November 9, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Stuart Laughton‘s Radio Dial fall 2018 edition! Radio Dial is currently celebrating 5 years together and their 75th show. The November 9 lineup will feature Rebecca Campbell … Continue reading
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Jurij Fedynskyj, bandura player, w. Juliana Lachance, Thurs Nov 8
Thursday November 8, 2018 at 8 pm, $10. Call 905-543-8512 or Book online Musician Jurij Fedynskyj presents The Lost Instruments of a Forgotten Ukraine, the original torban, kobza, and bandura, on his North America tour. This show at Artword Artbar … Continue reading
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CANCELLED Master Class for Singers with Micah Barnes, Sat Nov 3, 1 to 5 pm
WORKSHOP CANCELLED Sat Nov 3, 2018, from 1 to 5 pm. Master Class for Singers with Former Nylon Micah Barnes. Yes, the concert is on as planned, at 8 pm.
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Folk-blues duo Jennis, Fri Nov 2
Friday November 2, 2018, at 8 pm. FREE! No cover! Call 905-543-8512 to reserve seating. Back with a video shoot show: Jennis. Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The … Continue reading
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NEW! All Saints Day show by Big Rude Jake! Thurs Nov 1
Thursday November 1, 2018, at 8 pm, $6 at the door. When those saints come marching in on All Saints Day, Big Rude Jake will be singing that number. Jake Hiebert brings his intimate solo show to Artword Artbar. Join Jake … Continue reading
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Halloween Thriller Concert: Brownman Ali Electryc Trio + 1, Mon Oct 29
Monday October 29, 2018, 7:30 pm, $15.00, $10 students. Book online Special event at Artword Artbar! Acclaimed jazz / hip-hop trumpet player Brownman Ali will lead an all-star quartet through his popular annual Halloween Thriller concert. Brownman Ali – electric … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018, Thompson Egbo-Egbo Trio
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018, Sunday October 28, 7:30 pm. Thompson Egbo-Egbo Trio. Pianist Thompson Egbo-Egbo, drummer Jeff Halischuk, and bassist Randall Hall. https://egbomusic.com/ Artword Artbar. $15/$10 for students. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/
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Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018, Brad Cheeseman Group, Sat Oct 27
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018. Saturday October 27, 8:00 pm. Brad Cheeseman Group: Brad Cheeseman – electric bass; Robert Chapman – guitar; Sam Kogen – piano; Marito Marques – drums; James Bayford – sax. bradcheeseman.com bradcheeseman.bandcamp.com Brad Cheeseman is a … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival 2018, Broadsway: Heather Bambrick, Julie Michels, Diane Leah, Fri Oct 26
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018. Friday October 26, 8:00 pm. Smordin Law Artist-in-Residence Series – Heather Bambrick. Broadsway: vocalists Heather Bambrick and Julie Michels, pianist Diane Leah. https://thebroadswayshow.com/ Artword Artbar. $15/$10 for students. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/
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Steel City Jazz Festival 2018, Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley, Thurs Oct 25
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018. Thursday October 25, 8:00 pm. Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley. Classic & vintage jazz & blues. Diana Braithwaite vocals, Chris Whitely trumpet & cornet, John Sheard piano, Ron Johnston bass, Vince Macaroni on drums. http://hotblues.ca/ Artword … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival 2018, Heather Bambrick Quartet, Wed Oct 24
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018. Wednesday October 24, 8:00 pm. Smordin Law Artist-in-Residence Series – Heather Bambrick Quartet. Join vocalist Heather Bambrick (JUNO / ECMA Nominee) and her all-star quartet (Adrean Farrugia, Ross MacIntyre, and Colleen Allen) for this show … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival 2018, Allison Au Quartet, Tues Oct 23
Steel City Jazz Festival, 2018. Tuesday October 23, 8:00 pm. Allison Au Quartet: Allison Au alto saxophone, Todd Pentney piano, Jon Maharaj bass, Fabio Ragnelli drums. Allison Au earned her first Juno nomination for her debut album The Sky Was … Continue reading
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Hill Brothers Bluegrass Band, Sat Oct 20
Saturday October 20, 2018, at 8:00 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. Book online A return visit from the renowned Hill Brothers Bluegrass Band. The band: Randal Hill mandolin and vocals; Rocky Hill guitar and vocals; Tim McDonald banjo and … Continue reading
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Collette Savard and The Savants, Fri Oct 19, 2018
Friday October 19, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Book online A return visit from the delightful singer-songwriter Collette Savard and her band The Savants: Rebecca Campbell back vocals and rhythm, Megan Worthy keys and back vocals, Tim Posgate electric guitar, Martin … Continue reading
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Jonas Pearson Paavola, Scott Taplay, Dave Hollingshead, Justin Mchugh, Thurs Oct 18
Thursday October 18, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz musicians Jonas Pearson Paavola (bass), Scott Taplay (guitar), Dave Hollingshead (piano) and Justin McHugh (drums) have a new project they would like to showcase at Artword Artbar. They are calling this … Continue reading
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CANCELLED: Whoever You Are, a play reading, Tues & Wed Oct 16 & 17
CANCELLED/ Unfortunately we are not able to proceed with this planned reading. We will try again in 2019…. [Tuesday October 16 and Wednesday October 17, 2018, at 8 pm. $10/pwyc. Artword Theatre presents a reading of Whoever You Are, a … Continue reading
Rae Billing and her band Crybaby, Sat Oct 13
Saturday October 13, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Book online Alt-country songstress Rae Billing returns to Artword Artbar with her full band Crybaby: Rae Billing on vocals and acoustic guitar, Andrew Aldridge on guitar, Greg Brisco on keys, Scott Bell on … Continue reading
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James Gordon, iconic singer-songwriter, returns! Fri Oct 12
Friday October 12, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Book online Back at Artword Artbar for a solo concert. Iconic Canadian songwriter James Gordon got his start in show business in the clubs, festivals and recording studios of Hamilton. He returns … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter double bill: Jennifer Foster & Paul Linklater, Thurs Oct 11
Thursday October 11, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Jennifer Foster + Paul Linklater: singer-songwriter double bill. Jennifer Foster is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter and musician who has released three solo albums and collaborated with some of the country’s finest acts. Her last … Continue reading
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Water Bear: songwriters Tom Dusome & Alex T. Wed Oct 10
Wednesday October 10, 2018, 8 pm, $10/pwyc. Our friends Water Bear (songwriters Tom Dusome & Alex T.) are back. “We write songs about resistance, resilience, and home.” https://waterbear.bandcamp.com Plus a guest set by The Do-Gooders: Dan Murray guitar/vocals, Stu Gritter … Continue reading
Jazz w. the Alex Tomowich Quartet, Sat Oct 6
Saturday October 6, 2018, 8 pm, $10/ $5 students. An evening with the Alex Tomowich Quartet: William Fachin on drums, Michael Morabito on saxophone(s), Victor Agrippa on EWI (electronic wind instrument), Alex Tomowich on piano. The quartet is an exhilarating group based … Continue reading
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Tragedy Ann (Liv Cazzola & Braden Phelan) + Sophia Perlman, Thur Oct 4
Thursday October 4, 2018 at 8 pm. $15 at door, OR $10 advance Book online Guelph-based folk duo Tragedy Ann (Liv Cazzola vocals, accordion, ukulele, singing saw and Braden Phelan vocals, guitars) have a debut full-length album Matches, out in … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-along, Sat Sept 29
SOLD OUT!! Saturday September 29, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 for info. Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone (the Fall 2018 edition) returns to Artword Artbar. The 60s Folk Revival sing-along concert features Sue Peters (vocals), Michelle … Continue reading
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Latin American electro-acoustic music: Nano Valverde, Edgardo Moreno and Juan D. Toledo, Fri Sept 28
Friday September 28, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. A Latin American Peña hosted by Constanza Duran and Marcelo Puente. The September edition features minimalist electro-acoustic improvisational soundscapes with an Andean vibe performed by Edgardo Moreno (of Firefly Project), Nano Valverde, (of … Continue reading
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Jazz: Chris Bruder new compositions, Thur Sept 27
Thursday September 27, 2018, 8 pm, $10. Jazz pianist Chris Bruder, a regular at Artword Artbar, is showcasing his new compositions, with Brad Cheeseman on bass, Geoffrey Bruce on drums and Scott Neilson on sax.
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Acoustic Moments, reggae show, Riddim Riders, Sat Sept 22
Saturday September 22, 2018, at 8 pm, $20 door. Advance tickets $15 Book online Mr. Jay hosts another fabulous Acoustic Moments show, featuring world-class reggae music by The Riddim Riders Unplugged. Core members Franklin Joseph and Mike Rajczak are … Continue reading
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Jazz vocalist Maureen Kennedy, Fri Sept 21
Friday, September 21, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Book online Noted jazz vocalist Maureen Kennedy is coming to Artword Artbar! Her fans have been asking for her! Here is Maureen’s description of her plan for us: “For my first gig … Continue reading
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Jazz: Nick Maclean Quartet, Thurs Sept 20
Thursday September 20, 2018 at 8 pm. Jazz with the Nick Maclean Quartet: Nick Maclean piano, Brownman Ali trumpet, Jesse Dietschi bass, Tyler Goertzen drums. $15 at door. The award-winning Nick Maclean Quartet makes Artword Artbar the second stop of … Continue reading
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Supercrawl: Melodic Pixel Media hosts Mother Tareka + The Human Race, Sat Sept 15
Supercrawl Weekend, Saturday September 15, 2018, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, $10 / pwyc. Melodic Pixel Media presents a Supercrawl Saturday double-header at Artword Artbar: * Mother Tareka: Sax blasting, direct acting, flute tooting, pedal pumping MC Mother Tareka is … Continue reading
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Supercrawl Weekend, Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers, Fri Sept 14
Supercrawl Weekend, Friday September 14, 2018, 7 to 10 pm. Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers. Tip Jar for the band. An old-fashioned art-crawl, just like the good ol’ days, with Bill Lutes and The Art Crawlers: Bill Lutes guitar, … Continue reading
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Supercrawl Weekend, LTtheMonk & Friends, Thurs Sept 13
Supercrawl Weekend, Thursday September 13, 2018, 8 pm, tip jar. LTtheMonk & Friends. Rapper LTthe Monk returns with his band: Liam Tyndall vocals, Santiago Rozo piano, Cam Watson bass, Lucas Hibbs drums + guest opening band.
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Richard Garvey, Sarah Beatty, Jack Garton, Wed Sept 12
Wednesday September 12, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Launching our Fall 2018 season: Richard Garvey, a regular visitor from Kitchener, hosts an evening of singer-songwriters. Guests are Jack Garton, from Galiano, BC, and Sarah Beatty, a long-time friend from Hamilton. … Continue reading
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closed for August, back Sept 12
Closed from Monday July 30 until Tuesday September 11, 2018. Programming starts up on Wednesday September 12, 2018.
Reviews “The Man in the Vault” an Artword Theatre production
Reviews! –“Rather than feel satisfied that the play’s wrapping up, you’ll want more.” –“a play that had me on the edge of my seat, like an unproduced Twilight Zone episode scripted by a young John Le Carré.” –“a very compelling … Continue reading
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Reviews for shows in the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival
The Fringe reviewers have been busy! Great reviews for all three shows at Artword Artbar BYOV! Here are the links we know about: https://www.raisethehammer.org/fringe https://www.thespec.com/whatson-story/8757842-hamilton-fringe-shakespeare-russian-conspiracies-and-three-acrobatic-witches/
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Fringe BYOV Artword Artbar: The Man in the Vault
July 19 to 28, 2018. Part of the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival. The Man in the Vault (Artword Theatre). Performed by Mariam Bekhet, Jordan Campbell, Jason Thompson Written and directed by Ronald Weihs Produced and designed by Judith Sandiford A … Continue reading
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Fringe BYOV Artword Artbar: The Decision
July 19 to 28, 2018. Part of the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival. The Decision (Gallery on the Bay). Performed by Jordan Campbell and Jason Thompson. Written by David Laing Dawson, directed by Ronald Weihs Produced by Marlaise Dawson, design and … Continue reading
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Fringe BYOV Artword Artbar: Romeo & Juliet: An Escapist Comedy
July 19 to 28, 2018. Part of the Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival. Romeo & Juliet: An Escapist Comedy (Make Art Theatre). Performed by Tyler Brent, Natalia Bushnik, Kristian Reimer, Ryan M. Sero, Liz Kalles, Laura Welch. Written by Ryan M. … Continue reading
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Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Sat July 14
Saturday July 14, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. Waleed Abdulhamid (Composer/Band Leader) … Continue reading
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Jazz: Adrean Farrugia/Kelly Jefferson/Dan Fortin/Ernesto Cervini: Explorations, Fri July 13
SOLD OUT! Friday July 13, 2018, at 8 pm, $15/$10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Adrean Farrugia / Kelly Jefferson / Dan Fortin / Ernesto Cervini: Explorations. Juno award winning pianist Adrean Farrugia joins internationally acclaimed friends, saxophonist Kelly … Continue reading
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FRÄNDER, Swedish-Estonian folk group, Wed July 11
Wednesday July 11, 2018, at 8 pm. $15/$10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Swedish-Estonian group FRÄNDER blends traditional music from their respective countries and uses it as a springboard for creating a captivating experience. Natasja Dluzewska vocals, fiddle; Säde … Continue reading
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Kongero, a capella quartet from Sweden, Sat July 7
Saturday July 7, 2018, at 8 pm $15/$10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Kongero is a Swedish vocal group of the four female folk music singers Lotta Andersson, Emma Björling, Anna Larsson and Anna Wikénius. The highly acclaimed folk … Continue reading
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Swing jazz vocalist Alex Pangman & her Alleycats, Fri July 6
Friday July 6, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Jazz with Juno-nominee vocalist Alex Pangman & Her Alleycats (Trio): Peter Hill piano, Glenn Anderson drums, Jack Zorawski double bass. This vibrant young vocalist is … Continue reading
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Folk-roots: Allison Brown and String Bone, Fri June 29, 2018,
Friday June 29, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Two folk-roots musicians on the road return to Artword! String Bone (Barry James Payne) is a great songwriter and tells a great story in a … Continue reading
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Ben Bowen, Tom Shea, Mario Laquintana, music composed around poetry, Thurs June 28
Thursday June 28, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Cloctawr: Ben Bowen on electric guitar, poetry samples, and trumpet; Tom Shea on electric guitar; Mario Laquintana on drums. Music primarily composed around various pieces of local poetry (by Gary Barwin, John … Continue reading
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Jazz vocalist Sienna Dahlen, pianist Amanda Tosoff, Sat June 23
Saturday June 23, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Jazz vocalist Sienna Dahlen and pianist Amanda Tosoff, in an intimate evening of original French and English music in the styles of Cole Porter, Leonard Cohen … Continue reading
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So Long Seven (guitar, violin, tabla, banjo) + Adrean Farrugia, Fri June 22
Friday June 22, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online So Long Seven, a delightful quartet — Neil Hendry (guitar, mandolin), William Lamoureux (violin), Ravi Naimpally (tabla) and Tim Posgate (banjo) — returns to Artword Artbar. … Continue reading
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Allan Merovitz w. Lightstone/Katz/Koller Klezmer Trio, Thurs June 21
Thursday June 21, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online A stellar concert of Klezmer music with our good friend singer Allan Merovitz and an all-star Klezmer Trio: Brian Katz (guitar, piano), Jonno Lightstone (clarinet, … Continue reading
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World Refugee Day Celebration, Wed June 20
Wednesday June 20, 2018, at 8 pm (by donation). An evening of Syrian and Latin American music, hosted by the Emergency Support Committee for Refugees. Special guest is Syrian oud player Moutaz. Also performing are singer Lil America from El … Continue reading
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Exchange for Change, for Under The Willow, Tues June 19, at 6 pm
Tuesday June 19, 2018, from 6 to 9 pm. All ages. Exchange for Change – a clothing swap fundraiser in support of Under The Willows, arts and garden program where children who experience adverse life circumstances may joyfully express themselves … Continue reading
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Jazz with the Brad Cheeseman Group, Sat June 16
Saturday June 16, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with Brad Cheeseman electric bass, Robert Chapman guitar, Matt Lagan tenor sax, Marito Marques drums, Chris Pruden piano. Performing music from the JUNO-nominated album THE TIDE TURNS. bradcheeseman.com
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Singer-songwriters Richard Keelan, and Raphael Keelan, Fri June 15
Friday June 15, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. The Keelan Family Show. Singer-songwriter Richard Keelan of the legendary folk-rock band in the 60s/70s The Perth County Conspiracy, teams up with daughter singer-songwriter Raphael Smith Keelan. Background: Richard Keelan‘s music career … Continue reading
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The Sad Boys Literary Society, readings & music, Thurs June 14
Thursday June 14, 2018 at 8 pm. Admission by donation. The Sad Boys Literary Society will be celebrating their 1st birthday with a night of readings and musical performances at Artbar Artbar. This will also be your only chance to … Continue reading
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Celebration of Life: Glenn Hardcastle, Sun June 10, 4 to 7 pm
Sunday June 10, from 4 to 7 pm. Our good friend Glenn Hardcastle died at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Saturday May 26, 2018 in his 79th year after a short illness. His partner Valerie Kay has asked us to host … Continue reading
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Songwriters-in-the-Round, host Duane Rutter, Sat June 9
Saturday June 9, 2018, at 8 pm, $20 / pwyc. The next edition of Songwriters-in-the-Round, hosted by Duane Rutter. Guests for June 9 are: Cindy Dell, Dave Pomfret and Danny Medakovic. NOTE: Brennagh Burns sits in for Cindy Dell, who … Continue reading
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Book Launch, Summer Issue TOWER POETRY, Sat June 9 at 2 pm
Saturday, June 9, 2018, 2:00 to 4:30 pm, free. Book Launch of Summer Issue of TOWER POETRY. Due to the closing of Bryan Prince Bookseller, the launch is being held at Artword Artbar. The launch is a free event and … Continue reading
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Latin American peña, an evening of poetry & music, Fri June 8
Friday June 8, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Latin American peña (evening of poetry and music), with musicians guitarist-singer Marcelo Puente, singer Lil America, musician/laptops Edgardo Moreno, singer Nancy Reyes, musician Jose Lobos, and singer-songwriter Fito Molena. Poetry by Ama … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, Sat June 2
Saturday June 2, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton‘s wonderful show Radio Dial is back. Multi-instrumentalist Stuart Laughton and his merry band Rebecca Campbell (vocals), Martin Worthy (drums), Burke Carroll (pedal steel) … Continue reading
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Blues with Morgan Davis, Fri June 1
Friday June 1, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Blues with the one and only Morgan Davis. For 45 years Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States and … Continue reading
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Newfoundland singer-songwriter Sherry Ryan, Thurs May 31
Thursday May 31, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Special treat! Singer-songwriter from Newfoundland Sherry Ryan on tour with Darren Browne on mandolin. “It’s not hard to understand why Sherry Ryan has devoted fans. Drifting … Continue reading
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Folk troubadour Ken Dunn w. Anna Green, +Piper Hayes, Wed May 30
Wednesday May 30, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Folk troubadour Ken Dunn returns to Hamilton, Ontario for an evening of original acoustic music, with vocal harmonies by partner Anna Green, The opening act … Continue reading
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Collette Savard & The Savants, Sat May 26
Saturday May 26, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Singer-songwriter Collette Savard and her band The Savants: Rebecca Campbell, Martin Worthy, Tim Posgate, Megan Worthy, John Zytaruk. With her palette of acoustic folk instruments, … Continue reading
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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse, Fri May 25
Friday May 25, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The Amy Project is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy Winehouse, the late British soul, blues and jazz … Continue reading
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Dana Sipos: album release, w. Gillian Nicola, Thur May 24
Thursday May 24, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Dana Sipos, singer-songwriter, with her new album Trick of the Light, plus a guest set by Hamilton singer-songwriter Gillian Nicola. Described as a “consummate singer … Continue reading
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POSTPONED! Singer-songwriter Corin Raymond, Sat May 19
POSTPONED! Saturday May 19, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512. Corin Raymond‘s “coming home” show, with Hamilton-based keyboardist and songbird Treasa Levasseur. (He is returning from a long tour in Australia.)
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Jennis: Jen Gillmor and Dennis Gaumond, folk-blues, Fri May 18
Friday May 18, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online A return visit from an Artword Artbar favourite: Jennis. Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The … Continue reading
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Jazz: the Aaron Zukewich Trio, Thurs May 17
Thursday May 17, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with the Aaron Zukewich Trio, featuring Aaron Zukewich on piano and new compositions, Marito Marques on drums and Clark Johnston on bass, with new compositions. The trio delivers an adventurous blend … Continue reading
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Sympoesis: singer-songwriter Glenn Macdonald & poet John Terpstra, Wed May 16
Wednesday May 16, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Sympoesis is a collaboration between singer/songwriter and cartographer Glenn Macdonald, and poet and cabinetmaker/carpenter John Terpstra. An evening of songs and poems and other writing, some new, some old. They first collaborated … Continue reading
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Bluegrass with New Cumberland, Sat May 12
Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Back with some blazing hot bluegrass: The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle vocals, mandolin and dobro, … Continue reading
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World Music: William Mukuna Trio, Fri May 11
Friday May 11, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Join us for an evening of World music with the William Mukuna Trio. The trio performs original compositions fusing elements of Afro-beat, Latin rhythms, Hip-hop and Jazz improvisation. Will … Continue reading
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Linda McRae, folk-country-roots songs, + Deni Gauthier, Sun May 6 at 7:30
Sunday May 6, 2018, at 7:30 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online A special Sunday evening of songs and stories with folk/roots old-time musician Linda McRae, who plays guitar, clawhammer banjo and accordion. Plus a guest set … Continue reading
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Andre Bisson Acoustic Show, Sat May 5
Saturday May 5, 2018, $15 advance, $20 door. Andre Bisson Acoustic Show Advance ticket site: www.ticketscene.ca/events/20501/ An evening of original acoustic music with heavy influences in soul, blues & roots, and gospel, performed by a unique group of 8 talented … Continue reading
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Tia McGraff and Tommy Parham, Fri May 4
Friday May 4, 2018, at 8 pm, $15/$10 students. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Americana-country songstress Tia McGraff, and singer-guitarist Tommy Parham return to Artword Artbar. They will perform their classic hits, as well as some new songs … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-along, Thurs May 3
Thursday May 3, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone (the Spring 2018 edition) returns to Artword Artbar. The 60s Folk Revival sing-along concert features Sue Peters (vocals), … Continue reading
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Blunt Object, jazz ensemble featuring 8 horns, Sat April 28
Saturday April 28, 2018, at 8 pm, $15 /$10 students. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online Something special at Artword Artbar! Blunt Object is a Toronto-based 11-piece jazz ensemble performing energetic, creative music. Showcasing the music of Carla Bley, … Continue reading
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Funk, jazz-fusion w. Nezqwik Trio, Fri April 27
Friday April 27, 2018, at 8 pm. $10/$7 students. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. The Nezqwik Trio with Aleef Mehdi on guitar, Ben Duff on bass, and Jinu Isac on drums. Nezqwik plays originals and arrangements of covers in the style … Continue reading
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Latin Music and Poetry peña with Marcelo Puente, Thurs April 26
Thursday April 26, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. Join us for a Latin American Peña Trova y Poesia, featuring Marcelo Puente and friends. “Marcelo Puente [is] one of the outstanding exponents of the “nueva cancion” tradition … Continue reading
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Jazz: The Scott McIntosh Quartet, Wed Apr 25
Wed April 25, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. Jazz with the Scott McIntosh Quartet. The players are Mike Malone on trumpet, Clark Johnston on bass, Jordan Snider on drums, and Scott McIntosh on guitar. The quartet … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter-pianist Alex Whorms, Sun April 22 at 4 pm.
Sunday, April 22, 2018, at 4 pm, $10. A Sunday afternoon special concert by pianist and singer-songwriter Alex Whorms. Inspired by Carole King, Sara Bareilles and Regina Spektor, Alex Whorms is an emerging piano pop songwriter. Her 2017 EP, Our … Continue reading
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Berman Billings, folk blues w. Matt Berman & Jonathan Billings, Fri Apr 20
Friday April 20, 2018, at 8 pm, $5. Berman Billings is a new project featuring Matt Berman (Must Stash Hat) and Jonathan Billings (Jonathan Billings Band). It’s a mix of acoustic guitars and pedal steel with vocal harmonies. Matt Berman … Continue reading
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Fiddle trio Fru Skagerrak, on tour from Scandinavia, Thur Apr 19
Thursday April 19, 2018, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online A special treat at Artword Artbar. Fru Skagerrak (Lady Skagerrak) fiddle trio: Maja Kjær Jacobsen from Denmark (Maja&David), Elise Wessel Hildrum from Norway and Anna … Continue reading
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R&B/Soul music: Rufus John, w. Bonnie Hamilton, Wed Apr 18
Wednesday April 18, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. Soulful & Intimate is a concert by R&B/Soul singer Rufus John, with band: Attila Toth bass, a drummer and a keyboard player. He will share some songs and stories behind his new … Continue reading
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Theatre: Swingin’ In St. John’s, the Musical, April 3 to 15
Tuesday April 3 to Sunday April 15, 2018, Tues-Sat 8 pm, Sunday matinées at 2:30 pm. Tickets Tues & Wed $15, Thur-Sun $25. Reservations call 905-543-8512 or Book online The Fringe 2017 hit musical Swingin’ In St. John’s returns for … Continue reading
Hamilton Fringe AGM, Tues Mar 27 at 7 pm
Tuesday March 27, 2018, 7 to 10 pm. The Annual General Meeting of the Hamilton Fringe Festival.
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ZULA Presents jazz improvisers Zero Point, Sat Mar 24
Saturday, March 24, 2018, at 8 pm, tickets $15 regular, $10 students /seniors. Book online ZULA Presents jazz improvisers Zero Point, from New York. The quartet features Daniel Carter saxophones, trumpet, clarinet, flute, piano, with Marius Duboule guitars; Michael Bates … Continue reading
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JAZZ: Tom Altobelli Group, Fri Mar 23
Friday March 23, 2018, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. An evening of jazz with The Tom Altobelli Group will feature Tom’s original compositions, as well as original works by members of the band. Band members are: Aaron Bowers … Continue reading
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Jazz tribute to composer Adrean Farrugia by his students! Thur Mar 22
Thursday March 22, 2018, at 8 pm $10 / $5 students. In an evening of homage and celebration, the students of Hamilton jazz pianist/composer Adrean Farrugia will pay tribute to Adrean in a performance of his original compositions; everything from … Continue reading
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Wise Fools for World Storytelling Day, Tues Mar 20, 7 pm
Tuesday March 20, 2018, from 7 to 9 pm. Artword Artbar presents a World Storytelling Day concert featuring members of the Burlington Storytellers’ Guild. Special guest is Sue Ramsay, storyteller and jazz singer extraordinaire. The theme this year is Wise … Continue reading
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McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles, songs & stories, Sat Mar 17
Saturday, March 17, at 8 pm, $15. A return visit from McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles are an Ancaster-based trio who perform original folk rock music and great story songs, many based on Ancaster’s history. These seasoned musicians are award winning … Continue reading
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Grito de Mujer (Woman Scream), poetry & music, Fri Mar 16
Friday, March 16, 2018, 8 to 11pm, (viernes, 16 de marzo 2018, 20:00 a 23:00), at Artword Artbar, an evening of poetry and music, for the Grito de Mujer International Festival. Hamilton Coordinator is Ama Luna, with collaborators from Friends … Continue reading
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Hidden Valley Ante Chamber Orchestra, Thurs Mar 15
Thursday March 15, 2018, at 8 pm, $10 reg, $5 students. The Hidden Valley Ante Chamber Orchestra features Ian Brown, Leah Korkowski, Jonathan Malström, Sophia Perlman and Nigel Stewart. They began meeting under cover of darkness (and highway overpass) in … Continue reading
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Wayne Krawchuk, Sat Mar 10 (8 pm SOLD OUT) + Sun Mar 11 (7:30 SOLD OUT)
Saturday March 10, 2018, at 8:00 pm, $15. SOLD OUT. Sun March 11 at 7:30 pm. SOLD OUT For info, call 905-543-8512. Folk-roots singer-songwriter Wayne Krawchuk launches his new CD Love Hopped a Train with a special concert at Artword … Continue reading
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Art Crawl with Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers, Fri Mar 9
Friday March 9, 2018, from 8 pm to 11 pm. Tip Jar for the band. An old-fashioned art-crawl, just like the good ol’ days, with Bill Lutes and The Art Crawlers: Bill Lutes guitar, vocals; Lilia Lutes very cool vocals; … Continue reading
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Dance: Fairy Tale, new work by Learie Mc Nicolls, Wed&Thur Mar 7&8
Wednesday & Thursday March 7 & 8, 2018, at 8 pm, $10-15 pwyc. Artword Theatre presents Fairy Tale: sketches for a new dance-poetry work, written, choreographed and performed by Learie Mc Nicolls, with participation by dancer Tanis Macarthur. A sequence … Continue reading
Zula Presents: Celebrating the music of Ken Aldcroft, Sun Mar 4, 7:30 pm
Sunday March 4, 2018, at 7:30 pm. $15/$10. Artword Artbar is hosting a special concert: Zula Presents a celebration of the music of Ken Aldcroft performed by Two Hours Early, Ten Minutes Late + Mars People. This concert is part … Continue reading
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Jazz-pop with WPBE: Worst Pop Band Ever, Sat Mar 3
Saturday March 3, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. The Worst Pop Band Ever aka WPBE: Adrean Farrugia (piano/keys) and Chris Gale (sax), along with Drew Birston (bass) and Tim Shia (drums). “Of course Jazz isn’t dead. The core idea of … Continue reading
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Edgar Breau, CD Release Concert, Fri Mar 2, 2018
Friday March 2, 2018, 8 pm, $10. Book online Singer-songwriter Edgar Breau celebrates his new CD on Flying Inn Recordings with a release concert at Artword Artbar. Band members include two Simply Saucer veterans: Mike Trebilcock on guitar, Kevin Christoff … Continue reading
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Jazz star from Estonia: bassist Toivo Unt Quintet, Thurs Mar 1
Thursday March 1, 2018, 8:00 pm, $10 (call 905-543-8512 to reserve). A special concert at Artword Artbar featuring the renowned Estonian bass player Toivo Unt. The band: Mike Malone trumpet, Kevin Dempsey drums, John Sherwood piano, Jeff King tenor sax. … Continue reading
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Science on Tap = Astronomy + Beer, Wed Feb 28
Wednesday February 28, 2018, at 8 pm, doors open at 7 pm, free. Open to all. Join scientists from McMaster University’s Physics and Astronomy Department for an entertaining night filled with scientific discussion, trivia, and beer. At Science on Tap, you’ll … Continue reading
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The Kirkendolls, jazzy blues and more, Sat Feb 24
Saturday Feb 24, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. A return visit by The Kirkendolls, a local band led by Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, with Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. They … Continue reading
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Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Fri Feb 23
Friday February 23, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Book online The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns for Black History Month! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. Waleed Abdulhamid (Composer/Band Leader) … Continue reading
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New Play “Static” by Kevin Land, reading,Thurs Feb 22 at 7 pm
Thursday February 22, 2018, from 7 to 9 pm, free (call 905-543-8512). Reading of a new script-in-progress by playwright, screenwriter and director Kevin Land. Readers are: Deanna Stevens, Martha Christianson, Aimee Kesler Evans, Janet Kompare Fritz, Greg Flis, Carlos Jiminez, … Continue reading
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