The Pearl Company

Shari Vandermolen & David Brideau: Saturday May 5.  Doors: 7:30pm. Show: 8:00. Tickets: $20. Shari Vandermolen is a renowned vocalist and award-winning performer in Hamilton and the Greater Toronto Area who has been entertaining audiences for 15 years with her Quartet, Trio or 5-piece band Quarter to Nine.  She is also the lead vocalist for the 10-piece jazz combo SwingLine.  On May 5th Shari brings her powerful and impressive vocal stylings back to the Pearl Company for a more intimate evening of song with jazz guitarist David Brideau, James Gannett on bass and Vince Waters on drums.  “…hear Vandermolen make jelly of your emotions with her voice and her art… one example is Stormy Weather… I barely weathered that storm intact.”  – View Magazine
David Brideau is a Canadian jazz guitarist, composer, and teacher who has been an active musician for over 15 years. A Hamilton native, and honours graduate from the Mohawk Jazz program, David has played all around the GTA with his own group, the David Brideau Trio and Quartet, as well as being prominently featured in groups with Michael Morobito, Amber-Leigh Palka, and Lauren Perreira among others. He studied under jazz greats Bob Shields, Pat Collins, Kim Ratcliffe, and Mark Ucci and is currently continuing his studies at McMaster University. David often composes his own standards, and released the sold-out EP “Addicted To You” in 2016. He is a recipient of the Dave McMurdo Music Bursary, the Antony Roberts Music Bursary, and the Richard Newell Memorial Scholarship.
Ticets: https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/21098/

HELD OVER! Shelley Marshall Presents: The Award Winning Production “Hold Mommy’s Cigarette”: April 18 & 19. All One Woman’s story of an unfiltered life, written and performed by Shelley Marshall, directed by Linda Kash. It seems appropriate that world renowned Comedienne, Marshall would open her autobiographical One Woman Show in the city where the story and star were born. It took 10 years for Marshall to create this Play and it is the rewarding result of resilience, recovery, and reflection while exploring many genres of performance including elements of clown, stand up, improv, buffoon, and play. Shelley Marshall takes her audience many places; “I take them on an adventure, both emotionally and visually. There is no denying that my story is tragic, but it’s my story and time and writing without shame has been my comedic relief. ‘Hold Mommy’s Cigarette’ is not an exploitation of what has happened in my life, but rather, an acceptance of where it may lead. It is a dark comedy, a vulnerable piece about life, mental illness and survival.” Marshall reveals with a smile. She invites you to come to her show with an open mind and promises you’ll leave with a full heart. *Mature Content* http://www.holdmommyscigarette.com Tickets available at http://www.thepearlcompany.ca or 524-0606. Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1451939231706392/

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CHECK THE REVIEW FOR DEATH AND THE MAIDEN:
http://fringefestivalcommunityreviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/21/death-and-the-maiden/

Death and the Maiden: Written by Laurence Olivier Prize Winning playwright Ariel Dorfman. This is the fourth production that Nortesur has developed for the stage; chosen because it speaks passionately about current international events, it asks tough questions about forgiveness and the role of victims and perpetrators in transitory societies, and it is a local opportunity to see a truly amazing piece of theatre written by one of Latin America’s best contemporary playwrights.  It is raw, provocative, and driven by a cast of characters that are all-too-human. Performed, and designed by emerging professional artists from across the golden horseshoe and the GTA, it is an entertaining, insightful, and extraordinarily powerful piece that delivers an evening of truly engaging theatre.  Thurs.July 18@ 8:00pm, Fri.19@8:00pm, Sat.20@7:00pm, Tues.23@8:00pm, Wed.24@7:00pm, Thurs.25@8:00pm,  Fri.26@7:00pm, Sat.27@8:00pm

AND HERE’S  RIDERGIRL’S REVIEW :
http://fringefestivalcommunityreviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/22/ridergirl-second-review/

RiderGirl: Written and performed by Ottawa based actor and Saskatchewan native Colleen Sutton. Professional sports and
independent theatre meet head on in Tiger Town! This is the story of a young woman whose prairie roots and home team inspire her to get off the sidelines and get in the game of her life.  With the end zone in sight, she fights for every down, but fumbles when she tries to go it alone.  Her team is about to make it – can she do the same?  Come in your colours, GAME TIME is here!  Two?time Rideau award nominee Colleen Sutton will energize your inner fan!  “ **** ½ “The only reason I’ve withheld that last half?star is because I cannot in good conscience give 5 stars to a Rider fan. Other than that, the show was superb.” CBC Manitoba.   Note: Fri. 19 – 2 for 1.  Friday, July 19, 6:30; Saturday,  20, 9:00; Sunday,  21, 2:00; Tuesday,  6:30; Wednesday, 24, 9:00; Thursday,  25, 6:30; Friday,  26, 9:00; Saturday, 27, 2:00

Times, dates, and tickets are  on the Fringe website – www.hamiltonfringe.ca 

The Art Bus is Sponsored by Judy Marsales Real Estate Brokerage:

Last Art Bus for the Summer! Check out Hamilton’s unique and constantly evolving art scene! Call Barbara (905.524.0606) or email (info@thepearlcompany.ca) to reserve your seat. Next dates: Sept 6 & 20. Cost: $15/$10 students/artists. Group rates available.  Start: 6:30 from The Pearl.

• July 5: (L’Arche Gallery, Workers Arts & Heritage, Nathaniel Hughson, Book Club Gallery, Manta Gallery) This will be another varied and interesting trip with specially-opened galleries, and tours of places you have never been before!

FOR THE LOVE O’ NAT – CHRONICLING THE LIFE, TIMES & MUSIC OF NAT KING COLE: Dean Hollin presents another of his popular “Musical Biographies”.  Saturday, May 28th,  8 pm.  $18 advance / $22 door.  An evening of memories and melodies, all tied together by one man — that tremendous crooner of the twentieth century, Nat King Cole. The songs: “A Blossom Fell”, “Route 66, “Mona Lisa”, “Straighten Up and Fly Right”, “Paper Moon”, “When I Fall In Love” and, the timeless “Stardust”! In direct keeping with the instrumentation of the original Nat King Cole Trio piano, rhythm guitar, and upright bass — Dean will be accompanied by a live jazz trio.  http://www.deanhollin.com

Klyde Broox and The Pearl Company present

Visual Vibrations featuring Vancouver’s AURAL Heather

at The Pearl, 16 Steven Street, Hamilton
Friday July 11 at 9:00 pm, PWYC at the door ($5 minimum)
preceded by the dubpoetry of Klyde Broox
AURAL Heather is Heather Haley (poet, singer, media artist) and Roderick Shoolbraid (guitarist, composer) — “a unique, sublime fusion of song and spoken word.” They appear at The Pearl on their international tour for their new CD, “Princess Nut.” (more…)

Singer/songwriter Juanita Wilkins launches her new CD, “Four Corner Town” at The Pearl Company on Saturday July 19, at 8 pm. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the door, or by calling 905-524-0606. The Pearl Company is located at 16 Steven Street @ King William in Hamilton.

“Four Corner Town” is Wilkins’ second full length solo CD, and is a delightful collection of original songs that celebrate and sometimes lament the state of things in rural Ontario.

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The Pearl’s own neighbourhood association LANA has two summer events in our local park, JC Beemer, at the corner of Victoria and King William

** Beautification, Park Cleanup and Yard Sale, Sat June 28 9 am to 1 pm (help us plant, cleanup and the yard sale is a fundraising for LANA)

** SUMMER IN THE PARK: Sunday July 6 from 1 to 5 pm
Hotdogs, face painting, outdoor art show, Salvation Army band, and more…
Plus the Pearl’s soundstage for music, performers, entertainers.
Bring a chair or blanket and spend a friendly fun afternoon with us.   (more…)

You are invited to an exclusive event at The Pearl Company! We are hosting an Art Gala and Sale on Saturday, June 28 from 7:00 to midnight.
Our latest community showing of the remarkable work of our Hamilton region artists and artisans! Come join the gala; a fun and festive arts salon; a meet and greet the artists with lots of music, entertainment, and excitement!
There will be a public open house and sale on Sunday, June 29 from 1:00 to 4:00 also.

The Constant k Determines the Ultimate Fate of the Universe

A new play by Rebecca Nada-Rajah, Directed by Jeff Santa Barbara
Cast: AJ Haygarth, Al French and Alexandra Holbrook
Thursdays to Saturdays at 8:00 pm, June 12-14 and June 19-21, 2008
The Pearl Company, 16 Steven Street at King William, Hamilton
Admission: $15 Reservations: Call 905-524-0606 or email info@thepearlcompany.ca
(Thurs June 19 performance is PWYC at the door)
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There are still some seats for this Friday’s bus.  June 13: A second Friday tour, taking in the complex at 270 Sherman where we will find the artists of the Imperial Cotton Centre for the Arts and other studios, galleries and artists under this large umbrella. Then we will head again to the wonderfully unpredictable James North Art Crawl and later the Studio Gallery on Barton where we will find Bill Powell and the Tiger Group. (more…)

 NEWS! The first day of camp will be a Parent and Youth Open House on Monday June 30, 9:00 – 3:00 at The Pearl. Come and meet Simon De Abreu (TLC Project Coordinator) and the TLC artists who are teaching and facilitating this exceptional summer program for children and youth.

The Theatre of Liberation Community Project provides a unique learning experience for young people in Hamilton from the ages of 7 to 17 through two 2 week summer sessions in July and August at the Pearl Company, 16 Steven Street.
First session: June 30 to July 11, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

TLC Sessions use participatory theatre games and exercises to aid young people to connect with the creative energy within them. (more…)

Artword Theatre will continue their Get Acquainted Auditions for actors in Hamilton for a few weeks. Call 905-543-8512 for an appointment. Artword Theatre focuses on original work using ensemble theatre techniques that mix music, text, and movement. We are interested in people who have additional performance skills, such as singing, dancing, playing instruments, etc. We welcome performers from diverse backgrounds.
Auditions will take place in June at The Pearl Company, 16 Steven Street at King William, Hamilton.
By appointment only. Call 905-543-8512.
Ronald Weihs, Artistic Director; Judith Sandiford, Managing Director (more…)

There are still seats for both upcoming buses.

June 6: Our first stop will be Gallery on the Bay which will also include Laura Hollick’s SOUL ART studio and Lorraine Downey’s Studio 99. We will then head west again to catch the exciting ‘Fusion’ show at the Carnegie Gallery in Dundas. We will stop at Locke Street where the transit gallery and Textures will be on the list; Anastasia Gallery on John Street is also opening its doors for us. (more…)

Zarabanda and Light of the East Ensemble in Concert in London! June 7

At the Aeolian Performing Arts Centre (795 Dundas Street, London, Ont.). Doors open at 7:30; tickets $12. Want to come along and catch this concert? It will be electrifying – I guarantee it! We are booking vans and estimate the cost of the ride (including the tickets) at about $30 – $35 per person (no more than that; maybe less). (more…)