Last month, Latitude 46 Publishing hosted a book launch event where they introduced the five novels they will be releasing this fall. We had the chance to speak with each of these authors and find out more about their novels, their inspirations and any tips they might have for potential authors. Today we’re sharing our interview with Rod Carley, author of A Matter of Will. Tell us a bit more about A Matter of Will Will Crosswell’s decision to pursue acting shattered his father’s dream of him being a useful adult. When we first meet the young Will he is......
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Sudbury Theatre Centre is kicking off its first season with a hip-shaking and gyrating musical sensation! This marks STC’s 46th year and they show no signs of slowing down! This show freezes in time a chance encounter in rock n’ roll history. What happens when Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis get together in a recording studio? You’ll have to catch the show to find out! Million Dollar Quartet runs September 28th – October 15th at STC (170 Shaughnessy St), get your tickets today here. In a true one time, only session four of the......
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Art, Arts & Culture |
September 20, 2017
DOUGLAS BORNN PHOTOGRAPHS: AN EXPLORATION OF TRAIN CARS AND GRAFFITI
The Art Gallery of Sudbury has something new in store for Sudburians! Do you ever take a minute and admire the spray paint tags as the train-cars roll past? If so this show is for you! In this most recent exhibition by photographer Douglas Bornn we get a unique look into the relationships between train cars, graffiti, colours and lighting. Having stumbled onto the project by accident simply wanting to capture a passing piece of graffiti this simple photo took on a life of its own and inspired, Bornn to try to give a more detailed look at these......
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Arts & Culture |
September 14, 2017
RELEASE YOUR INNER SHOWGIRL WITH SUDBURY BURLESQUE’S WORKSHOP SERIES
There’s no denying the Sudbury Burlesque troupe has the art of playful seduction down to a science. But do you ever wonder how they do it? Get a little taste at what it takes to take the stage in this latest installment of Sudbury Burlesque’s new Showgirl Series workshops! These specialty classes will give you an opportunity to learn sultry new dance techniques and an insight into some classic burlesque styles. Best of all there’s no experience needed! Take you pick of two workshop sessions instructed by the troupes own, Knox Harter, September 30th & October 1st for $25......
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Cinéfiles rejoice your favourite time of year is back! For a full 9 days the world is your silver screened oyster as Cinéfest International Film Festival takes over Silvercity. Serving up a veritable buffet of films ranging from chilling thrillers, thoughtful docs, goofball comedies and cerebral horrors – what are you in the mood for? It can be tough to narrow down what to watch so we took the liberty of breaking down a few of our top picks by day over the fest. Get your snacks ready and get set to go somewhere new! Cinéfest runs September 16th-24th......
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Back for another year Jazz Sudbury Festival will bring a sophisticated flare to end off your summer. The festival kicks off September 6th and wraps up on the 10th offering a little bit of everything in what Interim Festival Manager, Ashlyn Botehlo calls a “delicious musical buffet!” We’re always hunting for new tunes in coming through town and we know you Crater heads are too! To get you in the mood for the jazziest weekend of the year read on for some of the highlight performers at this year’s edition of Jazz Sudbury! Want in on all the jazz?......
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Sudbury Swing Dance is a community organization that offers lessons and organizes social dances for both new and experienced swing dancers right here in Sudbury. So here’s your chance to learn how to swing the night away while meeting new people and having a swing load of fun! Swing dancing happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at Little Montreal (128 Elgin St.) and the best news is that you don’t even need a partner! Just bring yourself, $5, a pair of indoor running shoes and a great attitude! Each evening consists of a Beginner Lesson from......
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Art, Arts & Culture, Events, Music |
August 17, 2017
WEIRD AND WONDERFUL THINGS YOU CAN ONLY FIND AT UP HERE 3
It’s that time of the summer again where the weird and wonderful collide leaving behind new mural projects as a year-long reminder. Up Here festival is a celebration of Northern Ontario talent and culture, presenting performers of all genres and inviting you to jump in and immerse yourself in the experience! Part of getting into the festival spirit is allowing your adventurous side come out to play. So on that note, we’ve collected a few ideas for you to check out over the weekend for maximum enjoyment! We’ll be on site all weekend long so make sure you’re dialed......
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The weekend we’ve been waiting for is only one sleep away! Up Here is back for a third year to electrify our city with fresh visuals and whisk you away into a fantasy in your own hometown! With so many different shows to see it can be tough to decide what to tackle first. Never fear, in a weekend jam packed with shows ranging from intimate coffee shop performances to experimental electronic sets we’re here with our top show suggestions over the weekend! We’ll be on site all weekend long so make sure you’re dialed in to us on......
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Back for another year of silver screen delights is Cinéfest International Film Festival! This year adopting the theme Drift Away With Us, Executive Director Tammy Frick invites all Sudburians to join in on the fest, “If you’re waiting for your sign to finally attend the Festival, this is it. Find that one film – or two, or three! – that really speaks to you and simply go see it. We know you’ll be inspired and want to take in more!”. Cinéfest runs September 16th-24th at Silvercity, gala presentation tickets, ticket books and festival passports are now available at the......
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