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PlaySmelter new work theatre festival
May 2-4
PlaySmelter, Sudbury’s new work theatre festival, returns live this week. The 12th annual festival runs May 2-4 at Sudbury Theatre Centre with new play readings, pop-ups and live art projections. Participating playwrights are Garrett M. Ryan (North Bay), Jacob Maybe (Sault Ste. Marie) and Jake Deeth (Sudbury). In addition, Northerners in Residence Avery McMillian (Sault Ste. Marie) and Alex Tétreault (Sudbury) will debut their new works that have been incubating in the Playwright Lab. Pop-ups include new work by Suzanne McCrae, an indoor archery event, and all artist local market of yummy goods and art created by Dark Thistle, Alison’s Glitter and Glass, Foul Mouth Maker, Beckie’s Creations, La Baquette Magique and Latitude 46. At dusk each night of the festival, the COVERT Collective will present a parade of Femme Visual Arts Projections on the high wall of Sudbury Theatre Centre, off Shaughnessy Street. Tickets to the event cost $15 at the door or online at playsmelter.ca.
Sudbury Performance Group presents Jesus Christ Superstar
May 2-5
What’s the buzz? The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ’s life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire. The show runs at Thorneloe University theatre on the Laurentian University campus May 2-5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the performance at 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets online here.
Lockerby Legion High Tea
May 4
Lockerby Legion holds their HIgh Tea Saturday, May 4 from 1-4 p.m. Celebrate the women in your life. Event features a performance by Elenora Conners, dainty sandwiches and desserts, a bake sale, penny sale, 50/50, poor prize and a dress for the nines prize. Tickets cost $20 per person and are sold at the bar. Doors open at 12:30 p.m.
Star Wars Day at Sudbury Indie Cinema
May 4
Star Wars Day at The Indie will feature special guests including storm troopers and a life-sized R2D2, plus special snacks and drinks. Not to mention all of the Star Wars fans who are encouraged to bring their own Star Wars gear and gadgets! It’ll be a great day to nerd out and make memories! Enjoy a marathon of the original Star Wars trilogy in honour of Star Wars Day at Sudbury Indie Cinema starting at 2 p.m. May 4. Purchase tickets online here.
Joey Niceforo concert
May 4
On Saturday, May 4, singer Joey Niceforo will return home to Sudbury, at All Nations Church, for his first full concert performance in Sudbury since 2019. He can’t wait to share it with his hometown fans. What will make this concert extra special is that Niceforo is bringing a few long-time friends with him; acclaimed Soprano, Sara Papini, along with pianist and conductor, Sabatino Vacca, who will lead the nine-piece Chamber Orchestra that will accompany the singers. Niceforo will be performing several pieces from his acclaimed album Priceless, some of his favourite Sinatra and Piaf songs, selections from popular Broadway shows, and other fan favourites. Many of these will be performed alongside Papini, who will also be performing some of the most beautiful operatic arias. Donations or non-perishable food items can be made that evening to the Sudbury Food Bank. Tickets are on sale now at Eventbrite.ca or can be picked up at All Nations Church and Jett Landry Music for $50 each.
Celebrate Women 2024
May 7
CFUW - Sudbury, in partnership with the YWCA Sudbury and LEAF Sudbury presents the 28th annual Celebrate Women on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30 pm, at Sudbury Secondary's Sheridan Auditorium (154 College Street). Dr. Jean Marmoreo, co-author of the nationally best-selling
The Last Doctor: Lessons in Living from the Front Lines of Medical Assistance in Dying,” will be joining us for a "fireside" chat, with a reception and book signing to follow. Tickets are $20 and are at Adoro Olive Oils and Vinegars and at Jett Landry Music or through any CFUW Sudbury member. Tickets for both the in-person or live-stream event can be purchased through Eventbrite. Click here to order tickets via Eventbrite.
Defeat Depression events
May 9 and 25
Sudbury Defeat Depression is holding a couple of fundraising events this month in support of Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) and the Mood Disorders Society of Canada. A Boston Pizza dinner/trivia night takes place on May 9 from 5-8 p.m. People can request that 10 per cent of the total cost of their dinner will be donated to the fundraiser. A trivia event will also be held starting at 6:30 p.m. at the bar. Email [email protected] for tickets. The annual Defeat Depression fundraising walk also takes place May 25 at the Grace Hartman Amphitheatre in Bell Park. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the walk/run starts at 10:30 a.m. Register online here.
Salon du livre
May 9-12
The 11th edition of the French book fair and literary festival Salon du livre du Grand Sudbury takes place at Place des Arts du Grand Sudbury May 9-12. The public will have the opportunity to meet several authors within the framework of a stimulating and varied program: evening performances, literary teas, happy hours, discussions, round tables, interviews, artistic animations, and much more. As always, there will be an impressive display of books from numerous Canadian and international publishers and distributors available for sale on-site. The complete list of invited authors and artists as well as the detailed program of the Salon du livre are now available on the website www.lesalondulivre.ca, as well as in the newsletter and on social media: facebook.com/salondulivredugrandsudbury, twitter.com/LeSalonduLivre, and instagram.com/salondulivredugrandsudbury.
Sudbury Burlesque show
May 10 and 11
Don’t call it a comeback or a reunion tour - Sudbury’s premiere Burlesque troupe returns with its biggest cast of characters yet! Sudbury Burlesque presents Pop! Goes Burlesque: Icons Exposed! at The Grand Theatre. In Pop! Goes Burlesque, more than 20 local and travelling performers will explore popular culture from Old Hollywood to Star Wars, glam rock to boy bands, thrillers to parodies. There is truly something for everyone in this show and you do not want to miss it. Pop! Goes Burlesque: Icons Exposed! is presented May 10 and 11 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at The Grand Theatre. Tickets are available online at SudburyBurlesque.com and in person at Hotstart Cars, Bay Used Books and Between Us Lovers Boutique.
YES Theatre presents One Small Step
May 10-16
‘Waiting for Guffman’ meets ‘High School Musical’ in One Small Step, a hilarious backstage comedy from Dora-nominated writers Anika Johnson and Barbara Johnston. When their annual musical is cancelled, a group of high school drama students decide to write one of their own - but in order to get the money they need from city hall, it has to be about something Canadian. The result? “The Hadfield Follies: An Out of this World Journey Through the Life and Times of Astronaut Chris Hadfield.” On their way to opening night, this ambitious group of misfits learn about teamwork, tenacity, and the surprising parallels between high school drama and space exploration. YES Theatre’s Young Company presents this show May 10-16 at Sudbury Theatre Centre. Purchase tickets online here.
Mayfair at Finlandia Village
May 11
Mayfair returns to Finlandia Village May 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a new format and new location in Voima Hall, located in the Lepokoti Apartments. Free admission featuring vendors, pulla sales, piirakka sales, barbecue, outdoor children's activities and more. Celebrity chef Mika Koskela will serve up delicious Finnish pancakes. Join Finlandia for a fun day of Finnish culture, food and fellowship, all in support of the Finnish Cultural Fund and the SISU Sharing is Caring Capital Campaign. The ladies at Finlandia Village welcome the community to join in the return of Mayfair and to arrive early to purchase pulla before it’s gone.
Junction Creek Festival and Trout release
May 11
Join the Junction Creek Stewardship Committee for their annual Junction Creek Festival and Trout Release and celebrate Junction Creek and the critters that call it home. Rain or shine, the festival will take place on Saturday, May 11, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Twin Forks Park (1475 Gary Avenue). The festival is free to attend with an optional pay-what-you can donation. There will be a variety of activities for families of all ages, including trout release, live reptiles from Science North, identifying aquatic bugs from the stream, planting wildflowers, games, and more. There will also be numerous community booths to check out and ice-pops from Papaya Pops, a BBQ, and drinks available for purchase. For more information, click here.
Les Troubadours, 30 Years of Harmonies
May 12
Thirty years of harmony feels wonderful. It’s the feeling that Les Troubadours are eager to share in this 30th anniversary recital of their all-time favourite numbers. Over the years, Sudbury’s long-lived choir rose to new heights of heart-warming harmony on the wings of invigorating songs like these. The choir welcomes them back, along with special guests to present a joyful musical bouquet that will liven up your Mother’s Day. The show runs May 12 at 2 p.m. at Place des Arts. Purchase tickets online here.
Pet Mayor contest
Until May 17
Do you share your daily life with a furry, feathered or scaly animal who likes to read alongside you? Perhaps they are destined to become the first Pet Mayor of Panache bookstore at Place des Arts. The Pet Mayor embodies the love of reading and of books. They represent the bookstore in its online communications and, if possible and safe for the animal and the public, in person at official events. As this is a fundraising campaign, a fee of $25 is required per animal. The deadline is May 17. More information is available online here.
Children’s play “SCOOOOOTCH!”
May 18
In this choreography of rolls, the audience sees sticky sculptures being created in real time, which the children can then unravel at the end of the show. A blend of movement, theatre, music and visual arts, this exploration of the limits of sticky paper offers toddlers a jubilant, playful and delightful experience. This show for young children is presented by Nouveaux Ballets du Nord-Pas-de-Calais (FR) et Synthèse Additive (QC) at Place des Arts May 18 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Purchase tickets online here.
Grow Together Festival
June 8
The Northern Ontario Railroad Museum & Heritage Centre’s inaugural grow together festival runs Saturday, June 8, kicking off the summer season with a celebration of all things gardening and wellness. The Grow Together Festival, running 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature a vibrant marketplace where local vendors and organizations can showcase their gardening and wellness initiatives. Attendees can expect engaging speakers, informative booths filled with expert advice, and exciting activities designed to inspire and educate. Whether you're a seasoned gardener looking for new tips or a curious newcomer eager to explore the world of permaculture and healthy living, the Grow Together Festival offers something for everyone.
Art Gallery of Sudbury programming
Spring 2024
The Art Gallery of Sudbury’s Bell Mansion home has been closed for structural analysis since last fall. The Gallery Shop has been relocated to 172 Elgin St. The student exhibit Emergence runs at 174 Elgin St. until May 4. Isabelle Michaud exhibits at Pinchman’s until May 14. An online exhibit called The Mary Green & Doug Donley Project is now live. Visit the gallery’s website.
Perogies and Cabbage Rolls
Mondays to Fridays
Fresh perogies and cabbage rolls are available for pick-up from Monday to Friday at the Ukrainian Seniors’ Centre. Place your order by phoning 705-673-7404.
