Skip to content

Arts and Entertainment

COLUMN: 'Rest easy, Mr. Lightfoot. We will never forget you'

COLUMN: 'Rest easy, Mr. Lightfoot. We will never forget you'

After an emotional week of tributes and rites, Orillia shifts gears, moves back into a 'whirlwind of arts and culture events,' says columnist
Read more >
Cellar Singers to unveil 'eclectic, moving' new work at finale

Cellar Singers to unveil 'eclectic, moving' new work at finale

Cantata by composer Benjamin Keast will feature soprano soloist Amy Dodington as Cellar Singers stage final concert of 55th season at St. James Church
Read more >
COLUMN: Gord's 'incredible' talent, kindness will be missed

COLUMN: Gord's 'incredible' talent, kindness will be missed

'His joy and love just radiated out at Mariposa last year when he performed and then was overcome when given his Hall of Fame award,' says columnist
Read more >
Celebrate classics with Orillia Concert Band, guest pianist

Celebrate classics with Orillia Concert Band, guest pianist

Jacquie Dancyger Arnold joins local musical group in May 13 concert at St. Paul's Centre
Read more >
COLUMN: Orillia is 'exploding' with arts and culture

COLUMN: Orillia is 'exploding' with arts and culture

There are numerous local events planned for 'gem' of St. Paul's Centre, the Opera House, OMAH, local galleries, breweries and beyond, says arts columnist
Read more >
Springs brings three 'unique, diverse' new exhibits to OMAH

Springs brings three 'unique, diverse' new exhibits to OMAH

There will be a special reception, with an opportunity to meet some of the exhibiting artists on Saturday afternoon
Read more >
Gordon Lightfoot tribute, coming to Orillia, 'will thrill fans'

Gordon Lightfoot tribute, coming to Orillia, 'will thrill fans'

Concert captures 'the magic of Lightfoot's live performances ... with fascinating stories, facts and anecdotes that pay homage to this iconic Canadian singer-songwriter'
Read more >
Hawksley Workman bringing 'show-stopping vocals' to town Thursday

Hawksley Workman bringing 'show-stopping vocals' to town Thursday

Hawksley Workman will be performing at St Paul’s Centre on Thursday, April 27
Read more >
Ian Thomas brings 'complete entertainment experience' to Orillia

Ian Thomas brings 'complete entertainment experience' to Orillia

Award-winning singer-songwriter performing April 28 at Orillia Opera House
Read more >
Innovative OMAH programs bring history to life for local seniors

Innovative OMAH programs bring history to life for local seniors

'The heart of the program is to show folks around Orillia in order to inspire memories and generate storytelling,' OMAH official says of hybrid program
Read more >