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Renowned concert pianist will perform a recital and share stories of her life and career at a concert hosted by the McMaster University Library and Archive on Oct. 17. Valerie Tryon’s sight may be diminishing, but the internationally acclaimed classical concert pianist doesn’t need sheet music. She has…

From veteran theatres to up-and-comers, this weekend kicks off the new stage season offering productions, as well as theatre events. Our theatre writer Allison M. Jones offers a rundown of your options. This Friday begins a busy few weeks of the new theatre season as several new productions…

Guitarist, songwriter and producer Champagne James Robertson is a newcomer to Hamilton and  one of the city’s busiest musicians. When Champagne James Robertson relocated to Hamilton from Toronto just over a year ago, this city’s music community instantly got stronger. He is a triple threat, as a guitarslinger…

Hamilton’s massive festival and its three stages presents a huge challenge for music fans: how to cover all that ground? That’s where HCM music writer Kerry Doole comes in, bringing us a rundown of all the talent on display over three days this weekend, along with his recommendations…

The 70 Mile Yard Sale, a funny, heartfelt solo show about family and Canada’s smallest province, returns after its debut at the Hamilton Fringe Festival two years ago. For one night only this weekend, comedian Justin Shaw is bringing his solo show The 70 Mile Yard Sale back…

Here's our regular feature about what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in August. Launched & opening soon Bretonne Bakery (2025 William O’Connell Blvd., Burlington) Nestled in between the Palmer and Orchard neighbourhoods in North Burlington, this recently opened bakery and coffee shop bakes croissants,…