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St. Lawrence College Musical Theatre Performance Program Presents ‘New Faces 2019’

March 26, 2019 Dale Elliott

Brockville – Meet the First Year Students of the St. Lawrence College Musical Theatre Performance Program as they present ‘New Faces 2019’ This Saturday, March 30th and Sunday, March 31st at the Brockville Arts Centre. New Faces is an introduction of the first year students from the St. Lawrence College Musical Theatre Performance Program to the Brockville audience. It showcases... Read More

Classic Theatre Festival: The Strangest Dream: A Play on Body Image and Esteem

March 21, 2019 Media Release

Perth – The annual Listen Up youth theatre troupe will once again tour Lanark County and Smiths Falls youth centres and schools in April with a new play about body image, The Strangest Dream. The fifth installment of the annual event – whose previous productions have focused on depression and anxiety, the effects of teen suicide on a community, youth homelessness, and... Read More

A. J. Benoit’s “That’s Entertainment” October 5th at BAC

March 15, 2019 Dale Elliott

Brockville – A.J. Benoit along with members of his musical troupe will be performing again at the Brockville Arts Centre on Saturday October 5th starting 7:30 p.m. in a show called “That’s Entertainment”. Along with A.J., the show will feature triple threat performers Trisha Reilly and Christina Madden with Brockville’s very own “Queen of Comedy” Pat Marshall. And of course... Read More

Theatre Night in Merrickville Hosted Play Writers Workshop with Michael Clipperton

February 28, 2019February 28, 2019 Media Release

Merrickville – On Feb 9th and 10th, Theatre Night in Merrickville hosted a Play Writers Workshop with Michael Clipperton In a career that spans more years than he cares to remember, Michael has been a director, playwright, actor, singer, designer, producer, teacher, workshop leader, adjudicator, administrator and university lecturer. He holds an Honours Degree in Theatre (York U), a Bachelor of... Read More

United Way of Leeds & Grenville to Host Volunteer Appreciation Night March 5th

February 28, 2019 Media Release

Brockville – The United Way of Leeds & Grenville will host its annual Volunteer Appreciation night on Tuesday, March 5th, 2019 at 6:00 p. m. We are planning a lovely evening including showing the movie ‘A Star is Born’ with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. It highlights the struggle of self-perception, mental health, choices, actions and awareness of the struggle... Read More

Classic Theatre Festival Seeking Performers for Summer Youth Training Program

February 3, 2019February 3, 2019 Media Release

Perth – The Classic Theatre Festival is accepting resumes from young people aged 15 to 29 to take part in this summer’s paid youth theatre training program. While experience is not required, the Festival is looking for people with a strong interest both in performing and in working behind the scenes. Successful applicants will be featured (and will also stage... Read More

BROCKVILLE & AREA MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS HALL OF FAME ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS

January 5, 2019 Dale Elliott

Brockville – The 14th annual Brockville & Area Music & Performing Arts Hall of Fame is Thursday March 28th at the Brockville Arts Centre. The Committee is accepting nominations now until February 15th . Nominations forms are available at Mr C’s Gift of Music in the Kensington Plaza, All You need is Music on California Ave, The Brockville Arts Centre,... Read More

Classic Theatre Festival Takes Home Two Capital Theatre Awards

December 12, 2018 Media Release

PERTH – When members of the national capital region’s theatre scene gathered at the National Arts Centre on December 3, the Classic Theatre Festival was honoured with two Capital Theatre Awards, capping off its 9th successful summer season in heritage Perth. The 20th annual awards ceremony, organized by some of Canada’s top theatre reviewers, presented Toronto-based performer Catherine McNally with a Best Actress... Read More

Free Movie Alert! Annual ‘Cineplex Community Day’ Returns to Theatres Across Canada on October 27th

October 11, 2018 Media Release

National Fundraising Effort Raises Money in Support of WE Charity Popcorn, Soft Drinks and Select Candy Available for $2.50 TORONTO – On October 27, Canadian movie-lovers, friends and families are invited to visit their local Cineplex theatre to enjoy a morning of free films for a great cause. For the eighth consecutive year, Cineplex Community Day will treat guests to a selection of popular movies,... Read More

Angel Street a Hit Mystery Thriller at Classic Theatre

August 24, 2018 Media Release

The tension builds steadily in the Classic Theatre Festival production of the mystery thriller Angel Street (aka Gaslight), playing until September 9 at 54 Beckwith Street East in Perth. (Jessica Sherman, Jeffrey Aarles, photo: Jean-Denis Labelle) Perth – Although it was written 80 years ago, Angel Street (aka Gaslight) is completely in tune with the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements around... Read More