Tag: Local Arts
PHOTOS: Western Fair over the years
We’re days away from the return of Western Fair (have you read our preview?) and we’re looking back on London’s annual rite of September through the lens of London Free Press photographers.
It’s a hit! Young extras thrilled as Labatt Park-filmed baseball movie opens
It wasn’t something they ever dreamed of doing, but three young local baseball players have made their silver-screen debuts in a feel-good sports movie featuring a pair of Hollywood stars and filmed at one of London’s crown jewels.
Western Fair: What’s new this year (skateboarders!) and what not to miss
The Western Fair, one of London’s oldest and most beloved traditions, begins its 10-day run Thursday. This year, alongside fan favourites, there also will be new attractions on stage and skateboards. Free Press reporter Jack Moulton takes a look at what fair-goers can expect. WHAT’S NEW? Live music buffs will be dining well at this […]
Uplifting baseball movie shot in Labatt Park set to hit big screen
London is making yet another appearance in Hollywood, this time showing off one of its prized possessions: Labatt Memorial Park.
A small taste of Home County’s charm, but full-scale return remains in doubt
The organization behind London’s Home County Music and Art Festival â cancelled this year, its would-be 50th anniversary â held an intimate one-day event on Saturday with the long-term status of the summertime staple unclear. The Home County Folk League partnered with London Brewing at the latterâs brewery on Burbrook Place in east London for […]
PHOTOS: Wortley Village Jazz and Blues Festival
A couple of blocks of London’s Wortley Village neighbourhood became an outdoor music venue on Sunday for the 2024 edition of the Wortley Village Jazz and Blues Festival.
PHOTOS: London’s symphony musicians perform for kids, families
London Symphonia musicians performed on Friday at the Cherryhill Village Mall library, drawing a fully packed room of parents and children.
Should comic Chris D’Elia be allowed to perform at city-owned Centennial Hall
A standup comedian’s upcoming show at Centennial Hall has one London womenâs advocate asking possible patrons to think about survivors of sexual abuse before buying a ticket.
PHOTOS: London Fringe (so far)
London Fringe, an annual theatre festival with performances at various local venues, kicked off its 2024 edition on Tuesday and continues until Saturday. Photos by LFP’s Derek Ruttan druttan@postmedia.com
PHOTOS: Midday music under the sun in downtown London
Tunes on the Patio was a free outdoor concert held at the RBC Place convention centre in downtown London over the noon hour on Tuesday