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Collingwood band taking Tom Thomson on cross-Ontario tour

Collingwood band taking Tom Thomson on cross-Ontario tour

Shipyard Kitchen Party’s tour of Tom Thomson’s Wake will include stop at Barrie's Georgian Theatre on Sept. 8
Theatre by the Bay's new season bolts out of the starting blocks

Theatre by the Bay's new season bolts out of the starting blocks

One of the productions on tap for company's 2023 season is 'Bobbie,' telling the story of Bobbie Rosenfeld and her journey to becoming an Olympic champion out of Barrie
Comic Derek Edwards bringing 'blissfully funny' stories to town

Comic Derek Edwards bringing 'blissfully funny' stories to town

Award-winning stand-up comedian scheduled to perform May 7 at Georgian Theatre as part of 'In Praise of the Ostrich' tour
'Health-related issues' force Lightfoot to cancel 2023 concerts

'Health-related issues' force Lightfoot to cancel 2023 concerts

'We thank you for respecting his privacy as he continues to focus on his recovery,' says brief statement issued on singer's Facebook page
Enjoy spring season at arts and crafts show in Barrie

Enjoy spring season at arts and crafts show in Barrie

Spring Arts and Crafts Show taking place April 28-30 at Sadlon Arena will include more than 100 crafters and artisans
Alcona resident nominated for coveted Canadian Screen Award

Alcona resident nominated for coveted Canadian Screen Award

'When I received word of the nomination, I was elated, to say the least,' says Richard Racicot, who's up for achievement in art direction/production design award
SCENE SETTER: Anti-Queens bringing 'never-back-down' attitude

SCENE SETTER: Anti-Queens bringing 'never-back-down' attitude

Valerie Knox chats with entertainment columnist ahead of April 27 show at The Rec Room; 'We all enjoy playing punk rock so much that we’re just our authentic selves on stage every night, hair flips and all'
Barrie native bringing country stylings to show at CW Coop's

Barrie native bringing country stylings to show at CW Coop's

Performing April 29, Brock Mattsson now resides in the mouth of the St. Lawrence, on Prince Edward Island in Summerside
Orillia strikes 4-year deal to support Mariposa Folk Festival

Orillia strikes 4-year deal to support Mariposa Folk Festival

City to provide funds through MAT; 'The whole point of (the MAT) is to bring tourism in and nothing does that more in Orillia than the Mariposa Folk Festival,' says Campbell
Jason Maxwell, Jonny Lee coming to CW Coop's in downtown Barrie

Jason Maxwell, Jonny Lee coming to CW Coop's in downtown Barrie

'Event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees, with fantastic music, great drinks, and a special VIP meet and greet,' say organizers of April 22 concert