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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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Bar closed while we hold OPEN AUDITIONS, Wed Feb 21
Wednesday February 21, 2018. Artword Artbar will be closed to the public today. We are holding OPEN AUDITIONS for several upcoming theatre projects by Gallery on the Bay and Artword Theatre. Gallery on the Bay is seeking to fill two … Continue reading
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The North Enders, Charly Chiarelli, Ron Weihs, Venesio deSalvo, Sat Feb 17
Saturday February 17, 2018, 8 pm, $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals, Ron Weihs on fiddle and guitar, and Venesio DeSalvo on guitar. They will perform a variety of music from jazz and blues to rock … Continue reading
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The Ault Sisters, back for Valentine’s week! Fri Feb 16
Friday February 16, 2018, at 8 pm. $15/$10 students. Reserve email artword@artword.net or Book online More Valentine treats! Treat your sweetie to some sweet harmonies! Jazz with the incredible vocal trio The Ault Sisters. Experience the joy of sweet sibling … Continue reading
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CANCELLED:Jazz drummer David Lyttle w. Nick Morgan saxophone, Thurs Feb 15
SHOW CANCELLED: Thursday February 15, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Drummer David Lyttle is Ireland’s most celebrated jazz musician of today. He’s the island’s only MOBO Award nominee and has made appearances in over twenty countries, including recent artist residencies in China … Continue reading
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Soirée Frenchkiss: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus, Le R 1er, Moonfruits, Wed Feb 14
Wednesday February 14, 2018, at 7:30 pm $10. Book online Soirée Frenchkiss: A concert hosted by the Centre Français de Hamilton, with three francophone bands: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus (multi-genre band from Toronto), Moonfruits (folk duo from Québec) and … Continue reading
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