The jig is definitely up: Saint Brigid’s filled with Irish singing and dancing — just wait for St. Patrick’s Day
More than 100 participants enjoyed a Céilí at St. Brigid’s Centre for the Arts, featuring dances, music, and Irish culture.
Two years after it almost closed, The Rainbow is thriving
The Rainbow Bistro almost closed down in 2021 and the venue has taken on new life after being given a second chance.
Musical goosebumps: McGill study finds evidence chills produced by favourite songs may lessen pain — but it’s complicated
New research conducted by the Roy Pain Lab at McGill University helps to answer the question of why music can help reduce physical pain. While preliminary results imply musical "chills" are the underlying cause, experts debate the merit of this research for improving music-based pain therapies.
‘The Mummy’ emerges from his tomb to take stage in third New Opera Lyra ‘gothic’ production
New Opera Lyra, a local opera company, is putting on an original production entitled "The Mummy" just in time for Halloween.
Yes I Can!: Michelle Obama’s inspiring story comes to the musical stage at Centrepointe
Yes I Can! is a new musical featuring the life of Michelle Obama, tells a story about family sacrifice, love and determination.
Inclusive choir Tone Cluster embarks on 30th year as a ‘chosen family’ in Ottawa
Choir members reflect on the 2SLGBTQIA+ choir's legacy and the importance of designated safe spaces.
Hardcore tunes and some heavy judgment: the myths about Ottawa’s alternative music scene
With the fall season fast approaching, and Halloween around the corner, live music and social events are being organized to celebrate Ottawa’s alternative music scene. Despite harmful misconceptions, goths, emos, metalheads and punks alike have been working to keep Ottawa’s alternative music scene alive.
Music festival bolstered community spirit at Nepean farm
Hundreds of community members gathered to see live music and make memories at the second annual BeetBox Farm Music Festival in Nepean.
TikTok rocks: Social posts help retro record store reap rewards of vinyl resurgence
TikTok rocks the sales for Ottawa based record store.
Project V in photos: Sold-out Ottawa fashion and music show just the beginning
Organizers are thrilled at the turnout and enthusiasm for Project V, an event fashion, music and more.
The 23rd Ottawa Indigenous Children and Youth Pow Wow welcomes everyone back to celebrate First Nations culture
The annual Ottawa Indigenous Children and Youth Pow Wow is back after a three-year hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Event organizers stress the importance of fostering community between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Piqued interest: Festival showcased city’s underground music scene
The quarterly festival Pique welcomes Spring with a lineup of diverse musical artists, film screenings and art installations.