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BOOM X takes on 25 years of Gen X at warp speed

Rick Miller’s one-man show is a fun revisiting of 1970 to 1995, but also a reminder that generations have been tested before. It runs at Theatre Aquarius from Jan. 21 to Feb. 7. It’s well appreciated that looking at the past helps us understand the present. So, in…
Arts + Culture

Canadian musical theatre spotlight will shine on Hamilton

The National Centre for New Musicals at Theatre Aquarius is wrapping up its second year of supporting new productions and hosting a summit to put their work at centre stage. Hamilton will be the epicentre of Canada’s musical theatre world when the National Centre for New Musicals (NCNM)…
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Comedian Mae Martin to host JUNO Awards in Hamilton

Ceremony will recognize Daniel Caesar and Billy Talent, broadcast will feature performance by William Prince, and JUNOfest performers announced, including nine with strong ties to Hamilton. Comedian, actor, singer-songwriter, podcast host, and writer Mae Martin will host the 55th annual JUNO Awards when they come to TD Coliseum in…
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Rotterdam is a thought-provoking play of identity

The Players’ Guild of Hamilton’s latest production tackles themes of gender identity, authenticity, and the human need to belong. Christening the new year at The Players’ Guild is the play Rotterdam, a thought-provoking story that begins on a recent New Year’s Eve in the Dutch port city. Alice…
City Life

OPINION: York Boulevard is a grand vision gone wrong

Hamilton’s gateway entrance from the west was once to be modelled after great European streets. But instead of being the ‘Champs Elysee of North America,’ the City caved to private interests and what was built is the architectural horror story it is today. There is a nearly 50-year-old…
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THE PLAYLIST

Dylan Hudecki is a Canadian indie-rock vet having played in many different bands, including By Divine Right, Cowlick, Slow Beach and The Dill. He’s a proud Hamiltonian who covers local album releases for HAMILTON CITY Magazine. COTS – Disturbing Body & Moonlit Building Hamilton has long been fertile…
City Life

Hounds of Hamilton

We need a big dose of dogs these days so HAMILTON CITY Magazine's new feature celebrates the city's canines. Send in your dogs (and cats)! Is there any better escape from the relentless news cycle, doom scrolling and polarizing politics, and any simpler way to…
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Hamilton music makers you should know

This city is a musical powerhouse. Here are a few local standouts sharing what they love about the place they call home. Killotine Photo: Rae Chatten Who: Metal band, represented Canada at Wacken Open Air 2025. Members: Matt Fraser (vocals and rhythm guitar), Jesse Luciani (lead guitar), James…

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City Life

Cotton Factory conference melds technology, the arts

Inaugural PIVOT Symposium will highlight Hamilton innovations and Hamiltonians who are leading the way on creative problem-solving. Solving complex problems in housing, mobility and cultural access by melding technology and the arts will be the theme of the inaugural PIVOT Symposium on Nov. 17, hosted by the Cotton…
City Life

The Times Are A-Changin’

The municipal election saw the welcome winds of change swirl through a fractious city hall, but as Ryan McGreal points out, the new faces at the council table will have their work cut out for them. Andrea Horwath will be the first woman to serve as mayor of…
City Life

Fall gardening is about beginnings, too

If you'd like native plants to flourish in your yard next spring, many of them need to be sown right now, says urban environmentalist Jason Allen. It’s autumn, and it’s time to clean up the garden, put the toys and tools away and get ready for a winter…
City Life

O Christmas Tea!

Iconic comedy duo brings panto-inspired romp to the GTHA for some festive fun – grab your teacups and get ready to laugh. Fans of clever wordplay, physical comedy and the magical power of imagination will be in for a treat when O Christmas Tea hits Hamilton, Burlington and…
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Celebrating Gord Lewis

FirstOntario Concert Hall rocked Saturday night in honour of Teenage Head guitarist. It could not have been a better, more appropriate way to salute Hamilton Day. The celebration of life for Teenage Head lead guitarist and songwriter Gord Lewis at FirstOntario Concert Hall Saturday evening, was a magnificent, historic…
Food + Drink

Here They Grow!

Three Hamilton food hotspots are cooking up an expansion … with a side of nostalgia. Scientific studies have shown the aroma and taste of certain foods have the power to trigger memories and, in some cases, to recollect the best moments of your life. Fortunately, Hamilton is home…
Arts + Culture

Gone but Not Forgotten

Over the last 18 months, the Hamilton music community has sadly lost three of its brightest lights: Boris Brott, Gord Lewis, and Steve Parton. Here, we pay tribute to these individuals, proud Hamiltonians all, who had a huge impact on the cultural life of our city and whose…
Arts + Culture

Sinfonia Ancaster pays tribute to new home

The community orchestra performs for first time in Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. Sinfonia Ancaster saluted its new home in true musical style. During its first concert – titled A Grand Night – in the recently opened Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre on Oct. 28, the community orchestra performed a…