Category Archives: Event

Jazz-pop with WPBE: Worst Pop Band Ever, Sat Mar 3

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Editor

Saturday March 3, 2018, at 8 pm. $10. The Worst Pop Band Ever aka WPBE: Adrean Farrugia (piano/keys) and Chris Gale (sax), along with Drew Birston (bass) and Tim Shia (drums). “Of course Jazz isn’t dead. The core idea of … Continue reading →

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Edgar Breau, CD Release Concert, Fri Mar 2, 2018

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Editor

Friday March 2, 2018, 8 pm, $10.  Book online Singer-songwriter Edgar Breau celebrates his new CD on Flying Inn Recordings with a release concert at Artword Artbar. Band members include two Simply Saucer veterans: Mike Trebilcock on guitar, Kevin Christoff … Continue reading →

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Jazz star from Estonia: bassist Toivo Unt Quintet, Thurs Mar 1

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Editor

Thursday March 1, 2018, 8:00 pm, $10 (call 905-543-8512 to reserve). A special concert at Artword Artbar featuring the renowned Estonian bass player Toivo Unt. The band: Mike Malone trumpet,  Kevin Dempsey drums, John Sherwood piano, Jeff King tenor sax. … Continue reading →

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Science on Tap = Astronomy + Beer, Wed Feb 28

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Editor

Wednesday February 28, 2018, at 8 pm, doors open at 7 pm, free. Open to all. Join scientists from McMaster University’s Physics and Astronomy Department for an entertaining night filled with scientific discussion, trivia, and beer. At Science on Tap, you’ll … Continue reading →

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The Kirkendolls, jazzy blues and more, Sat Feb 24

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Editor

Saturday Feb 24, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. A return visit by The Kirkendolls, a local band led by Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, with Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. They … Continue reading →

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Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Fri Feb 23

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Editor

Friday February 23, 2018 at 8 pm, $15. Book online The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns for Black History Month! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. Waleed Abdulhamid (Composer/Band Leader) … Continue reading →

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New Play “Static” by Kevin Land, reading,Thurs Feb 22 at 7 pm

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Editor

Thursday February 22, 2018, from 7 to 9 pm, free (call 905-543-8512). Reading of a new script-in-progress by playwright, screenwriter and director Kevin Land. Readers are: Deanna  Stevens, Martha Christianson, Aimee Kesler Evans, Janet Kompare Fritz, Greg Flis, Carlos Jiminez, … Continue reading →

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Bar closed while we hold OPEN AUDITIONS, Wed Feb 21

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Editor

Wednesday February 21, 2018. Artword Artbar will be closed to the public today. We are holding OPEN AUDITIONS for several upcoming theatre projects by Gallery on the Bay and Artword Theatre. Gallery on the Bay is seeking to fill two … Continue reading →

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The North Enders, Charly Chiarelli, Ron Weihs, Venesio deSalvo, Sat Feb 17

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Editor

Saturday February 17, 2018, 8 pm, $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals, Ron Weihs on fiddle and guitar, and Venesio DeSalvo on guitar. They will perform a variety of music from jazz and blues to rock … Continue reading →

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The Ault Sisters, back for Valentine’s week! Fri Feb 16

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Editor

Friday February 16, 2018, at 8 pm.  $15/$10 students. Reserve email artword@artword.net or  Book online More Valentine treats! Treat your sweetie to some sweet harmonies! Jazz with the incredible vocal trio The Ault Sisters. Experience the joy of sweet sibling … Continue reading →

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CANCELLED:Jazz drummer David Lyttle w. Nick Morgan saxophone, Thurs Feb 15

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Editor

SHOW CANCELLED: Thursday February 15, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Drummer David Lyttle is Ireland’s most celebrated jazz musician of today. He’s the island’s only MOBO Award nominee and has made appearances in over twenty countries, including recent artist residencies in China … Continue reading →

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Soirée Frenchkiss: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus, Le R 1er, Moonfruits, Wed Feb 14

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Editor

Wednesday February 14, 2018, at 7:30 pm $10.  Book online Soirée Frenchkiss: A concert hosted by the Centre Français de Hamilton, with three francophone bands: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus (multi-genre band from Toronto), Moonfruits (folk duo from Québec) and … Continue reading →

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