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When Gold meets Cold January 16-25, 2009. For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada's most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From Gala evenings, ornate ice bars and Icewine Dinners, to roasting chestnuts, decadent dessert pairings and educational winery tours along Niagara's famed wine route, the 14th edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste.

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 April 27,2009.

 4Triple 5 and Moctalk presents: Wayne Corlis- May 1, 2009.

Fantastic works of art by local artist Wayne Corlis grace the walls of 4 Triple 5. 

A Queen St. fixture, Corlis  thrives in the use of vibrant colors in his abstract works.  The paintings seem to make the walls come alive! This will not be your typical art show. Moctalk.ca will be televising live within 4 Triple 5’s walls. The featured artist will be none other than Wayne Corlis. Rounding out the bill: Comedian Shelly Marshall, Musical guests, Broken Lyre, Rakfusion and William Pentland. All served up by your Moctalk Host blenderhead.

Doors open at 7:00 pm. Doors close for taping at 7:45 until 9:00 pm.

This is homegrown at its best.

4 Triple 5 is located at 4555 Queen St. Niagara Falls, ON.

Contact Lorenzo at  4 Triple 5: 905 358 2555 or contact@moctalk.ca

 Gypsy Theatre opens on Queen Street presents

 The Seneca Queen Street Theatre

 Place your bets on culture, right here on Queen Street.

 For Immediate Release

May 14, 2009, Niagara Falls:  Culture, character and chic is back in Niagara Falls on Queen Street. Gypsy Theatre’s new home in Niagara Falls is the Queen Street Theatre, the former Seneca. Under the guidance of Artistic Directors John and Bernadette Dalingwater local contractors have been working long and hard to bring life back to the restored cinema, built in the early 40's. It now seats 310 in tiered rows with plush mustard leather seating, retro fittings and art deco chandeliers that bring glamour back to this historic landmark. The facility is fully licensed, and the mirrored and tiled lobby is the perfect place to mingle, be seen and relax - before and after the show. Queen Street is now revitalized – come and join the crowd and enjoy professional theatre at its best, gourmet food, world-class art, specialty coffee shops and unique shopping.

Play your high card – you’ll find yourself with a royal flush this summer at Gypsy’s Queen Street Theatre.

Queen Street Theatre’s 2009 Season:

Cats

Music by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber

May 21 to June 13

Drama, dance, music and unforgettable songs - brought to you by the incredible talents of the Gypsy Theatre Academy.

When T.S. Eliot wrote his poems on the psychology and sociology of cats, little did he

know that the whimsical rhymes he created for his godchildren would become the basis for one of the most successful musicals of all time. Brought back by popular demand, CATS is a perfect family favourite to open the newly renovated Queen Street Theatre. 

The Musical of Musicals

Music by Eric Rockwell, Lyrics by Joanne Bogart

June 18 to July 12

When one musical is not enough, this is exactly the answer. A brilliant satire that uses everything you’ve loved and groaned about from every musical you’ve ever seen. The Musical of Musicals is rich with fabulous music, melodrama, outrageous plots, and unforgettable characters - valiant, romantic heroes, beautiful, fallen ingénues, and of course, dark and evil villains.  

Queen Street Theatre’s production is a Canadian coup for this 2004 off-Broadway smash hit that has charmed three continents.

Nunsense

Music, Book and Lyrics by Dan Goggin

July 16 to August 16th

So how will four surviving nuns raise money to bury their dearly departed sisters, after a bad batch of food poisoning?  Nothing is off limits for this spunky quartet – the Little Sisters of Hoboken tap dance, sing, shake off their habits and prove that this sisterhood is anything but conservative. Since opening off-Broadway in 1985, Nunsense has become an international phenomenon, with over 5,000 productions worldwide. Don’t miss one of the most successful musicals of the last decade.

 Narnia

The Lion, the Witch and The Wardrobe

November 19 – December 20

Based on The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, Narnia is the story of four school children who are plunged into an enchanted world they discover through an old wardrobe, where animals talk and magic is universal. The children join the lion Aslan and become caught up in an epic battle between good and evil. But as they war against the White Witch, they learn valuable lessons in courage, love, and wisdom.

A timeless children’s classic brought to the stage.

Tickets:

$30 - $40 

905-871-4407 

1-877-990-7529 (PLAY)

www.gypsytheatre.com

Queen Street Theatre

4630 Queen Street, Niagara Falls, ON. 

SPRINGLICIOUS IS BACK FOR A RETURN ENGAGEMENT ….. JUNE 5, 6, and 7

Last year’s festival was just the start of something great. The uniquely grown festival that last year saw over 30,000 visitors, will serve up the best Niagara has to offer. Culinary delights, exceptional beers and wines from the Niagara region will all gather in the Arts and Culture District that is Queen St. Niagara Falls. Ontario.

Celebrate Old Downtown; the non profit organization created by the Downtown BIA has been busy organizing and planning this year’s Springlicious festival. “The positive response we received from last year’s Springlicious was overwhelming” according to Joe Bertoni Event Manager for Celebrate Old Downtown.  “We’re thrilled to have many of the businesses from last year’s festival return as sponsors and participants for this year” Bertoni added.  Celebrate Old Downtown encourages all of Niagara Falls restaurants to register and come out to spotlight their cuisine and show community spirit. 

Springlicious will be not only bringing great food testing opportunities but entertainment and competitions will be held over the weekend.

Celebrate Old Downtown and the BIA are pleased to be working alongside Historic Niagara in the revitalization of downtown Queen St.  The Springlicious festival is the kick off to a summer of arts and culture happenings and is a stepping stone to building a better community. 

For more information concerning our events please visit our web site: www.celebrateolddowntown.com

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Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Greg Frewin Theatre.

Niagara Falls Comedy Fest Presents

2^nd Annual Komedy for Kidneys

Benefit Show Renamed in Memory of Niagara Falls comedian, Rodney Pentland

Proceeds to Assist with the Construction of New GNGH Kidney Dialysis Centre

Niagara Falls, ON – The Niagara Falls Comedy Fest (NFCF) is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Komedy for Kidneys event to benefit the construction of a Kidney Dialysis Centre in Niagara Falls will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Greg Frewin Theatre.

The charity event was recently renamed in memory of comedian, Rodney Pentland, who passed away earlier this year due to complications related to kidney disease.  Rodney, who grew up in Niagara Falls, continued to entertain crowds throughout his long battle with the disease; he was best known for his outstanding impressions of Robert DeNiro and Bill Cosby.

The evening will feature comedians: Johnny Gardhouse, Paul Haywood, Dave Hudson, Mark Matthews, Terry McGurrin, Nikki Payne, Marc Sinodinos, Winston Spear, Mark Walker and Pete Zedlacher.  Comedian biographies are available at www.NiagaraFallsComedyFest.com.

“I saw first-hand the debilitating effects kidney disease can have on a person’s life,” stated Dino Fazio, event founder, “Despite his near constant pain, Rodney kept people laughing both on and off the stage.  He lived to make people laugh so it’s fitting that people will continue to associate laughter with his name.”

Proceeds from the event will assist with the construction of a new Kidney Dialysis Centre in Niagara Falls that will house 15 dialysis units and is slated to open 2013.  The inaugural Komedy for Kidneys charity event raised nearly $7,000 for the worthy cause.

The Niagara Falls Comedy Fest has agreed to contribute $25,000 towards the Niagara Falls Kidney Dialysis Centre from proceeds of this and future editions of the Komedy for Kidneys Rodney Pentland Memorial Benefit Show.

“We are delighted to know that proceeds from the event will continue to be donated to the construction of a new Kidney Dialysis Centre in Niagara Falls,” said Michael Somerville, GNGH Foundation.  “And the commitment of $25,000 will see a space in the new centre dedicated in memory of Rodney.”

Doors open at 7 PM and the show at 8 PM.  Tickets are $29.00 (plus applicable taxes/service fees) and may be purchased from the Greg Frewin Theatre at 905 356-0777 (local), 1-866-779-8778, tickets@gregfrewintheatre.com, online at www.gregfrewintheatre.com or in person (5781 Ellen Ave., Niagara Falls, ON).  A buffet dinner option begins at 6:30 PM.

Event organizers are thrilled with the support received from presenting sponsor 91.7 GIANT FM, Sun Media, Greg Frewin Theatre, Country Inn & Suites, Ecko Creative Services, Hitela Web & Graphics and Hell Creek Productions. 

For further details, visit www.NiagaraFallsComedyFest.com 

Contact:

Dino Fazio, Niagara Falls Comedy Fest

dino@NiagaraFallsComedyFest.com