May
2
to May 23

Sound Design Techniques Workshop

ONLINE WORKSHOP Sound Design Techniques is a 4-part online workshop that explores the basics of sound design as well as experimental sound techniques.

Throughout four sessions, this workshop will focus on working with field recordings, setting up and using plugins, sculpting a sound with synthesis, and exploring advanced audio processing.

This workshop will start with a brief overview of audio software before diving into workflow and the editing and arranging of audio clips.

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May
11
to May 14

Ottawa Children's Festival de la Jeunesse

The Ottawa Children's Festival de la Jeunesse is renowned for its celebration of innovation and the performing arts, promising a kaleidoscope of fun, colour, and excitement for children and families alike.

Embark on a thrilling exploration of imagination with an international lineup of world renowned performances. This year's festival boasts an array of shows that promise to leave audiences enchanted and inspired. Each show is a unique chapter in this adventure, taking attendees on a cultural journey like never before.

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May
13
5:00 PM17:00

Czech That Film

On 13 and 16 May, with one-year break, we are returning to the Czech That Film festival, which presents the best of the latest Czech film production and this year with addition of Karel Zeman's legendary classic The Invention for Destruction. That's why our special guest will be Linda Zeman Spaleny, granddaughter of the world-famous director. The festival will take place at Ottawa's Club Saw, 67 Nicholas Str.

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May
15
6:00 PM18:00

Spatial Storytelling Workshop

This two-day workshop is meant to inspire creators to seek out new methods of storytelling that better leverage emerging technologies. Through a combination of theory presentation, case studies, group/individual activities, and discussion, we will explore the core facets of spatial storytelling and learn how to apply them in your writing process.

Interest in immersive storytelling is in a resurgence not seen since the heyday of transmedia, brought about—in no small part—thanks to advances in technology. With the advent of 360° filmmaking, AR/VR, and spatial computing, storytellers face new challenges in creating content that resonates with their audience. Tackling these unknowns is exciting and can lead to innovations in storytelling – and a solid understanding of what differentiates this new frontier from traditional media will benefit creators immensely.

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May
15
7:30 PM19:30

s5 iteration one: Familial Roots

Come out and celebrate the start of our fifth season with an evening of poetry, prose, music and film. The concept of this iteration builds from the importance of family in Asian cultures, the tensions between blood family and the family we come to choose.

This May, Ellen Chang-Richardson brings together two creators from the pan-Asian diaspora and two creators, not, whose works deal with the notion of family — roots, lineages and futures — to deepen and expand this conversation of intersectional familial relationships and the boundaries, blurred and distinct, between eastern and western understandings.

Wayne Ng and Jean Van Loon will present in-person readings, ViNa will stream in with a live performance from Treaty 6 and 7 territories, and we will screen Desmond Simon's Mitata | Grandfather followed by a live Q&A via video stream.

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May
16
6:00 PM18:00

Foggy: Palestine Solidarity, Cinema & the Archive

DARC is proud to present “Foggy: Palestine Solidarity, Cinema & The Archive” in collaboration with Cinema Politica. “Foggy” is a collection of recent short films that stage hybrid acts of montage, juxtaposition, re-enactment and dialogue, exploring the theme of solidarity. The program will begin with a short introduction by a Toronto-Palestine Film Festival artist in residence.

Don’t miss this FREE screening in the Microcinema on May 16!

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May
18
11:00 AM11:00

THEE MARKET

From 11-5, you’ll be able to come thru and meet our vendors, shop from them, talk to them, get some food from @Trickyeats or @sweetsbynatalya, or just hang out and take in our specially curated playlist by none other than gudlsnr, while @a.j.l.y.artistry live paints.

We will be holding two spaces for conversation & workshopping: the first is open to all, while the second, co-facilitated by @boutadream, is a closed space for Black folks. Swipe for the times for each of these AND hit the link in our bio to register so we can try and have enough materials for all y’all.


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May
23
6:00 PM18:00

Ottawa Design Club #0013 - Resilience

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Resilience - OTT DESIGN CLUB 0013 Life isn't always a straight line. In fact, it's often the frictions that shape us the most. Resilience is about navigating those rough patches with grace and determination, refusing to let setbacks sink your spirit.

Join us for an evening of encouragement in the art of bouncing back when faced with challenges and setbacks. Marichka Bokovnia, Charifa Labarang, and Nickie Shobeiry will guide you in summoning the strength to persevere when confronted with adversity, and finding the courage to keep moving forward even when the path seems uncertain, sharingtheir insights and experiences in overcoming obstacles with resilience.

Whether you're facing a career setback, personal struggles, or simply feeling stuck in a rut, this event is for anyone seeking to harness their inner strength, adapt to change, and emerge from challenges stronger than ever before.

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May
24
8:00 PM20:00

Ghostly Kisses

About the event:

Evolution of Fashion is designed to promote local designers from Ottawa and build community among local artists. The goal is to bring a unique fashion event to the city and to invite the community to see the latest collections presented by the designers. The long-term goal is to support local fashion talent by helping them to gain wider recognition for their work. This would be second fashion show we would be hosting.

About the organizers:

This event is being hosted by a collective of young people in Ottawa aiming to create spaces to showcase the diverse creativity in the community. All of the events that we put on have a unique focus on mental health as we believe that artistic expression gives a creative outlet for exploration and self-expression.

More info:

All designers are from Ottawa Drinks are included in the ticket price.

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The Original Burlesque Bingo
May
25
8:00 PM20:00

The Original Burlesque Bingo

Frisque Femme Productions presents The Original Burlesque Bingo in Ottawa!

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It's not just burlesque... It's not just bingo!

It's the striptease game show where WE TAKE IT OFF... YOU WIN!

Join us Saturday May 25 at Arts Court.

Enjoy the girls, games, fun and prizes in an up close and intimate setting! This will be an interactive experience and definitely not your grandmother's bingo game!



Cast

Starlotte Satine (Toronto)

Alister Sharp

BB Abundance

Bickie Bruleé

Kay Kalish

Kitty Kin-Evil

Fenix Caprice

Sonya Lex

Summer Skye



Saturday May 25, 2024

Doors 7pm Show 8pm

Arts Court Ottawa

19+ Event

Wheelchair Accessible please email frisquefemmeproductions@gmail.com

NO REFUNDS

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May
25
8:00 PM20:00

SRC - L'Opera EP Release Event

Get your tickets for the release event of Sunday Riot Club's second EP titled L'Opera.

Be part of this electrifying event on Saturday May 25th, 8PM, on the terrace of Club Saw located at the core of the downtown area (67 Nicholas St).

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐟. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞.

Show - Starts at 8PM*

Tickets - $20

- Opening act - Tony Rust & Jade Perrin

- Five featured guests to be announced*

Recorded at Hillside Audio with Cameron Dunn, the L'Opera EP will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Featuring heavy guitars and boundless energy, you'll discover a new, more mature sound, as well as one of the band's earliest tracks.

You will receive a QR code on the day of the event that will allow you to discover and listen to the L'Opera EP.



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May
26
4:30 PM16:30

EVOLUTION OF FASHION

About the event: Evolution of Fashion is designed to promote local designers from Ottawa and build community among local artists. The goal is to bring a unique fashion event to the city and to invite the community to see the latest collections presented by the designers.

The long-term goal is to support local fashion talent by helping them to gain wider recognition for their work. This would be second fashion show we would be hosting. About the organizers: This event is being hosted by a collective of young people in Ottawa aiming to create spaces to showcase the diverse creativity in the community.

All of the events that we put on have a unique focus on mental health as we believe that artistic expression gives a creative outlet for exploration and self-expression. More info: All designers are from Ottawa Drinks are included in the ticket price.

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May
31
8:00 PM20:00

Shook Me All Night: A Burlesque Rock Review

Come rock out with us! This show will feature different genres of rock showcased through the art of burlesque.

Headliner: Sugar Vixen (Montreal, QC)

Performing: Canary Quinn Kopy Cat Koston Kreme Moonshine Sunshine Randi Rouge Rhapsody Blue Rouge Storm Stormy Divine Victoria Vermouth

Hosted by: Rhapsody Blue Stage Kitten: Bickie Brulee

Vending: Guilded Garters Brisni Beads YOW Popcorn Co.

Doors: 7pm

Show: 8pm

General Admission Accessibility: Please let the organizer know if you require accessible seating.

Special Occassions: Please let the organizer know if you are celebrating something at our show!

Tipping the performers is welcomed and encouraged. There will be gogo dancers, so bring those bills! 19+ Event LIMITED TICKETS NO REFUNDS

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Arts Court Open House 2024
Jun
1
12:00 PM12:00

Arts Court Open House 2024

Arts Court is hosting a building-wide open house alongside Doors Open Ottawa Saturday, June 1, from 12 pm to 5 pm.

Enjoy hands-on experiences, exhibitions, screenings, performances and an arts market that the whole family can enjoy.

Come by to purchase a sandwich by BanhMiYes or a refreshment at Club SAW.

Arts Court is home to a number of local arts organizations who will all be opening up their doors.

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What could be a better way to welcome the summer than an art event like no other.

Come and join in the fun on June 1. All are welcome. Entry is FREE.

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Jun
8
to Jun 9

Pique Summer 2024

The summer edition of Pique is always the largest and most dynamic of the year, and the 2024 summer edition is no exception. Held indoors and outdoors, Pique takes over three floors, nine stages and exhibition spaces, and half of Daly Avenue. The festival showcases innovative and underground music and art for all ages, and admission is pay-what-you-can. 

Featuring performances by bold hyperpop songwriter and performance artist Alice Longyu Gao, psychotropical dub producer Honeydrip, spellbinding composer-musician Masahiro Takahashi, commanding punk rave duo Pelada, contemporary Inuit throat-singers Silla, sky-gazing performance art environmentalists Horizon Factory, high-octane selector angelphroot, community-engaged improviser Douglas Ewart, ballroom performance artists BubbleGum 007 and Fiji Siriano 007, afro-diasporic sound selector San Farafina, and many more. With programs guest curated by Chukwubuikem & Kosisochukwu Nnebe and Harley Wegner, Pique summer edition is a confluence of curatorial perspectives, and a showcase of global and diasporic subcultures.

In total, over 30 artists and curators will present work across nine stages and exhibition spaces, featuring live music, dance, performance art, visual media, and installation. Plus, the Pique art market returns to Daly Avenue featuring more than 25 artist and food vendors (learn more about how to submit at debaser.ca). 

As always, tickets to Pique are financially accessible at a sliding scale of $25-50 suggested, or pay-what-you-can by registration. Tickets are available on our Eventbrite page.

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Sep
25
to Sep 29

Ottawa International Animation Festival

The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) screens animation shorts and feature length films while hosting workshops and retrospectives from famous animators worldwide. Delightfully quirky, the OIAF is a festival where students and filmmakers alike can meet their heroes, make new friends, hone their craft, and express their love for animation. The events are hosted at various locations in Ottawa such as the Alma Duncan Salon, the Bytowne Cinema, Arts Court Theatre, and the NAC.

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May
9
6:30 PM18:30

TouchDesigner Meetup

Come share your projects and get connected with others working with TouchDesigner in the region! TouchDesigner

Meet Up Thursday May 9th

6:30PM Artengine Studio

2 Daly Ave (or come in through 10 Daly and find us just beyond the Ottawa Art Gallery Café)

Artengine has always been a great place to connect with other artists and creatives working with technology

With our new space we hope to welcome many more into our community. It will be a good night to share what you are working on, see what others are up to and share tips and tricks. If you have never used TouchDesigner but have been curious this is also a great way to check out what people are up to and see what you might be able to do with TD!

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May
6
7:30 PM19:30

Broadway Nights: Duets & Groups

We're back with one of our most popular themes: DUETS & GROUPS! 🎙️🎶

Join us for your favourite musical theatre open mic and sing-along featuring Emma Chin as your host, Wendy Berkelaar on the keys, and Scott Latham on the drums! 🎹🥁

✍️ Sign-Up to sing onstage with our live band, or just come to enjoy the show! Enthusiastic cheerers and I'll-sing-the-background-vocals-from-my-chair-ers are all welcome!

🎼 Choose a song from our list of over 200 beloved Broadway tunes, or bring any song you like by bringing your own sheet music! Song lists can be found in our Facebook Event pages for each event, and posted on our Instagram @broadwaynightsottawa (Song list coming soon!)

👀 Keep an eye on our Instagram page @broadwaynightsottawa to vote on what sing-alongs we will be doing this month, see what special guests we have coming, and more!

NOTE: Though this event is open to all ages, it is catered toward those 19+. There will be a limited number of youth sign-up spots available. (More Youth Events coming soon! Join our mailing list to stay in the loop!)

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May
5
10:00 AM10:00

PETALPALOOZA

PETALPALOOZA has everything you need to get out of the winter blues.

This free event features an exciting lineup of over 60 local artists who offer paintings, prints, sweatshirts, tote bags, brooches and more.

Find something truly special just in time for Mother’s Day! FREE admission. Give better. Shop BEING!

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May
4
11:00 AM11:00

How To Abolish Prisons Book Launch

Come check-out the Ottawa launch of #HowToAbolishPrisons published by @haymarketbooks featuring Rachel Herzing, Justin Piché and special guests on Saturday, May 4th from 11:00am to 12:30pm @saw_centre (67 Nicholas Street). Books will be sold by @octopusbooks. Proceeds from CPEP merch sales will go towards the @cappkemptville legal fund to #StopFordsKemptvillePrison and #SaveFarmland, as well as Prisoner Legal Supports | @ottawaplp.

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May
3
to May 4

The European Union Short Film Festival

The Canadian Film Institute, the EU Delegation to Canada, and the participating EU Member States invite you to join us as we celebrate not only short film production in the European Union but also that the EUSFF has reached the decade mark.

The eleventh edition features 22 films from 22 EU countries. This year, there are three separate programs presented on the comfort of the Arts Court Theatre. The 2024 selection includes short dramas, documentaries, animation, and experimental films. Half an hour before the theatre doors open enjoy European food and drinks provided by the EU embassies at the Tastes of Europe Reception.

Again this year, as is customary at the EUSFF, admission to all the screenings is free! We hope you’ll enjoy these 21 examples of the range and diversity of short films being created across the European Union. And, of course, we look forward to seeing you in November at the upcoming 39th edition of the European Union Film Festival.

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May
1
6:00 PM18:00

Spectrum

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Queer and gender diverse creativity. Spectrum is a platform where diverse expressions and innovative performances intersect.

The first half of the event will be filled with amazing performances while the second half will be a mixer for folks to connect with their community.

Featuring: Kopy Cat | Stripes ‘N’ Sweets | Blairwitch | Mystery | Makhena | Maggie May Harder This event is family-friendly and all are welcome.

Masks are mandatory 6pm: Doors 6:30: Performances begin 8:30 Mixer with music by DJ TRINIDADDY

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Apr
30
7:30 PM19:30

Cirque A La Carte

Cirque A La Carte, serving an evening of circus talents in an intimate setting. An immersive circus cabaret style environment where you will experience an exclusive showcase of circus acts, including aerial acrobatics, juggling, hooping and more.

Each performance crafted with passion and creativity. Be transported by the artistry of movement and creative expression. Every act is a testament to the dedication and unique artistic vision of the artist.

Don’t miss this inspiring evening of circus arts, where personal expression takes centre stage!

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Apr
30
6:00 PM18:00

Jalsat Fan, A Queer Celebration of Arab Heritage Month

Arab queer artists and community members are coming together to celebrate Arab heritage month, culture and queer Arab people in Ottawa. We will screen a short film, tell a personal story, enjoy a belly dance, showcase photographs and paintings, foster a space for connections and share some homemade treats.

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Apr
25
7:00 PM19:00

Pieces of Us

Pieces of Us – Season 3 Episode 3 – Share Your Peace Pieces of Us is an intimate space and a creative experience dedicated to artists looking to share their gifts and talents on a public platform.

It is an environment where you can be your authentic self, think without boundaries, and connect & collaborate with others. We invite you on a journey of self-discovery and inner harmony. "Share Your Peace” is about embracing acceptance, authenticity, and connection with self, art, and the world around us despite its many complexities.

This episode grants an opportunity to share a piece of ourselves with the world in a way that other episodes do not. Whether it's finding solace in creativity, forging bonds through experiences shared and/or unique, or discovering equilibrium in chaos, we look to embrace the myriad interpretations of peace that resonate within each of us and how they shape our lives.

This evening is sure to leave you moved and inspired as we collectively share our unique visions of peace through the universal language of art.

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Apr
25
to Apr 28

Guys & Dolls

Guys and Dolls A Musical Fable of Broadway | Based on a Story and Characters of Damon Runyon

Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser | Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows

April 25-28, 2024 | Arts Court Theatre (2 Daly Avenue) Evening Shows at 8:00pm | Doors at 7:30 | Afternoon Shows at 2:00pm | Doors at 1:30

Step into the bustling streets of New York City in the golden era of the 1950s, where the worlds of high-rolling gamblers and charming missionaries collide in the sensational musical, Guys and Dolls!

LBMT proudly presents this Tony Award-winning classic, filled with toe-tapping tunes, witty humor, and a heartwarming story that will sweep you off your feet. Join us on a whirlwind adventure that follows the lives of two unlikely couples, each on a quest for love and redemption.

Meet Nathan Detroit, a loveable but scheming gambler, desperate to find a secret location for his infamous “floating crap game.” To secure the funds he needs, he bets the charismatic and suave Sky Masterson that he can’t woo the pious and dedicated Sarah Brown, a Salvation Army sergeant, to join him for a night out in Havana. The stakes are high as Sky takes the bet, not knowing that he may find more than just a simple conquest in Sarah.

Meanwhile, Miss Adelaide, Nathan’s long-suffering fiancée of 14 years, dreams of settling down and finally having a “normal” life with him. But when her chronic cold worsens due to the stress of their relationship, she begins to question whether this big-time gambler will ever truly change.

Filled with unforgettable melodies like “Luck Be a Lady,” “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat,” and “Adelaide’s Lament,” Guys and Dolls is a true musical treasure that celebrates the power of love and the triumph of the human spirit.

Join us for a dazzling afternoon or evening of song, dance, and laughter as these colourful characters navigate the highs and lows of romance, loyalty, and the irresistible allure of the Big Apple. With its delightful charm and timeless appeal, Guys and Dolls is a must-see theatrical experience that will leave you humming its tunes long after the final curtain falls.

Tickets Are $30 in Advance | $35 at the Door | General Admission

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Apr
23
7:00 PM19:00

Concert Taqsim Driver

Voyage, voyage... Plus loin que la nuit et le jour ! “ Ces mots pourraient à eux seuls résumer l’art et la manière du groupe. Tel un passeur de rêves affranchis des codes, Taqsim Driver déploie une passerelle imaginaire entre tradition et modernité. S'inspirant de musiques rares et ancestrales (dabké libanais, tallava albanais ou mugham azérie...), ajoutant par touches finement dosées des samples d’instruments traditionnels (derbuka, le kerkabou, saz...) Taqsim Driver ravive la flamme de ces musiques et les fait renaître dans une fusion subtile avec les musiques actuelles (Dance, Trap, Rap ...) Une énergie communicative et tellurique entre Omar Souleyman, 47Soul et d’innombrables groupes de mariage à l’orée de notre vieille Europe. De continent en continent, le groupe invite au voyage et à la découverte dans une transe énergique et joyeuse. Créé par les musiciens de Fanfare Couche-Tard qui ont tourné pendant 15 ans en Europe, Inde, Maroc et Afrique du Sud, Taqsim Driver sort ses premiers clips et singles en 2023 et entame une tournée passant par Le Canada et l’Europe au printemps 2024.

Florian Valloo : Saxophone, rap Jean-Baptiste Juszczak : Saxophone, chant Nathanaël Bianconi : Synthé, accordéon, chant Alexandre Rabin : Sousaphone, choeurs Robin Veyssière : Batterie, sampler

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Apr
23
2:30 PM14:30

Blank's Paint and Sip

Join us for Blank's Paint and Sip event, hosted by Tolu Ahmed, and The V2V Project!

Paint and Sip nights are all about letting your creativity flow while enjoying good company. No prior painting experience is needed! Just come with an open mind and a playful spirit.

Our talented artist, Tolu Ahmed, will guide you step by step to create a masterpiece you'll be proud of. With the purchase of a ticket, light food will be provided and all painting supplies.

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Apr
20
8:00 PM20:00

The Retro Reveal

Come join us in celebrating the decades through burlesque and drag! Our cast will take you from the 1940s to the 2020s showcasing some of your favourite hits of the decades.

Headliner: Celesta O'Lee (Montreal, QC)

Special Guests: Chrissy Bunz (Whitney Point, NY) Ghula Mortisse (Whitney Point, NY)

Hosts: Critical Miss & Retro Joad Performing: Cyril Cinder Mia Culpa Miss Patience Plush Randi Rouge Ruby Mirage Stormy Divine Gogo by:

Rouge Storm Pre-Show and Intermission Entertainment by: Eden Moore Stage Kitten: Jake GyllenHole Vending: Guilded Garters YOW Popcorn Co.

Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm General Admission Accessibility: Please let the organizer know if you require accessible seating.

Special Occassions: Please let the organizer know if you are celebrating something at our show! Tipping the performers is welcomed and encouraged.

There will be gogo dancers, so bring those bills!

19+ Event

LIMITED TICKETS

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Apr
20
to Apr 29

Intro to Filmmaking

Intro to Filmmaking is a 4-part introductory workshop for artists who are interested in learning how to work with video. This hands-on workshop provides artists with camera, audio, and lighting basics from pre- to post-production.

Under the guidance of filmmaker Aia Raafat, participants will gain experience handling equipment, learn how to set up for a video shoot, and complete exercises to simulate various shooting conditions and situations. Participants will work together in small groups to produce a short video.

Topics include: pre-production, scripts and storyboards basics, camera basics, shooting techniques, lighting techniques, cinematography basics, audio production basics, and an introduction to video editing with DaVinci Resolve. This is an in-person workshop offered at Digital Arts Resource Centre (67 Nicholas St, Ottawa) and the DARC Soundstage.

To participate in this workshop, we're asking that all participants wear a mask while on site at DARC.

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Apr
18
7:30 PM19:30

Stories by Golden Age Crime Queen Margery Allingham

Join OST for the final Signature Series show of their season, "Stories by Golden Age Crime Queen Margery Allingham," on April 18 at 7:30 pm in Blackbox Studio. Classic mysteries come alive as storytellers spin tales of romance, intrigue, and suspense in this crime whodunits.

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Apr
17
to Apr 18

CAKE

THEME: ICING!! Get sweet, sticky and be ready to fully indulge in this sweet experience!🍰

We're encouraging people to come in the outfit that makes them feel their icing fantasy! Whether you want to be licked up, fully covered, be as sweet as possible, be topped by a cherry, or some other tasty twist, we want to see it!!! 🧁

This dance party will feature 3 Ottawa DJs! These DJs are not only incredible and queer, but also will have you shaking your cake ALL night long! Get ready to move and groove to music by Slushy, Jayel and Slay Brooks 🪩

In addition to our DJs, we will have gogo dancers to set the sweet, sweaty and caked up vibes! Beyond the dance party itself, there will be butt body-painting, cake-themed games and prizes for attendees to get battered up and feeling their cake-centric desires.

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Apr
17
11:00 AM11:00

Rustic Oracle: National Canadian Film Day Screening

In conjunction with our next lecture in our Night School series and National Canadian Film Day, DARC will be presenting a FREE screening of Sonia Bonspille Boileau’s second dramatic feature, Rustic Oracle, on April 17th. Screenings will be at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm in the DARC Microcinema.

Shedding light on the lived realities of Indigenous peoples across the country, Rustic Oracle tells the story of an 8-year-old girl who sets about a journey with her mother to find her missing sister.

Come watch the film, and then join us the following day for an informative conversation about the importance of Indigenous representation in the arts and media, narrative sovereignty and the power of storytelling to educate, share and heal with the filmmaker herself.

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Apr
16
6:00 PM18:00

OMIC Annual General Meeting & Member Meet Up Party

Calling all OMIC members & future members: the OMIC Annual General Meeting is taking place on April 16th!

📍 Arts Court/Cour des arts Studio - 3rd floor | 6pm-9pm Join us for networking, snacks, music from local DJ MusicByJayel and a presentation of our Annual Report & 2024-2026 Operational Plan

Appel à tous les membres actifs et futurs fe la CIMO : notre Assemblée générale annuelle aura lieu le 16 avril !

📍 Studio Arts Court/Cour des arts - 3e étage | 18h à 21 h Rejoignez-nous pour du résautage, des collations, la musique par DJ locale MusicByJayel et une présentation du Rapport annuelle et le nouveau Plan opérationnel pour 2024-2026

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Apr
10
3:30 PM15:30

Voulez-Vous Disco & New Wave Dance Party

Gimme, Gimme, Gimme A Man... After 13 sold out editions in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, SUPER TASTE is bringing its infamous VOULEZ-VOUS Disco & New Wave Dance Party to Ottawa! Join us on Friday, May 10th at Club SAW for a night of dancefloor classics and curated rarities from the disco and new wave eras. She’s crazy like a fool… from Sylvester to ABBA, Blondie to Chic, and Donna Summer to Boney M, we’ll summon the spirit of 70’s and 80’s nightlife for a night of pure bliss on the dancefloor. You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life!

Sweet Dreams are (really) made of this: VOULEZ-VOUS is an electric celebration of disco and new wave where all generations are welcome! We're so excited and we just can't hide it... get ready to feel mighty real.

DRESS CODE (Encouraged): Studio 54 / Decadent Discothèque / Sparkling Jumpsuits / New Romantic Hair and Make Up... and everything in between

With SUPER TASTE DJs!

Playing music by: Sylvester / Boney M / Eurythmics / Diana Ross / ABBA / Chic / Donna Summer / Cameo / Madonna / Depeche Mode / Cerrone / The Human League / Prince / The Trammps / Culture Club / Earth Wind and Fire / The Pointer Sisters / The Bangles / Blondie / Davie Bowie +++ Club SAW is an inclusive space and SUPER TASTE is committed to producing safe events. No violence, assault or intimidation of any kind will be tolerated. No tolerance for misogyny, transphobia, racism, homophobia and ableism.

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Apr
7
5:30 PM17:30

ECR x CY Double Book Launch

Celebrate National Poetry Month 2024 with two highly anticipated collections! Goose Lane Editions and Wolsak & Wynn are pleased to present "The Last to the Party" by Chuqiao Yang and "Blood Belies" by Ellen Chang-Richardson.

​Hosted by David O'Meara with guest readers Cameron Anstee and nina jane drystek.

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Apr
6
to Apr 7

SCI_ART

SCI_ART brings together artists, scientists and academics for a two-day program of panel discussions, artist talks, performances and book launches to present an array of diverse viewpoints and approaches to understanding artistic and scientific collaboration. The symposium will also examine new art forms and technological advances that arise from bringing together scientific research and artistic practice. Many of the invited artists and thinkers in the symposium address some of the most challenging issues of our time, from environmental degradation to social challenges, opening up new ways of thinking and seeing the world around us.

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Apr
4
to Apr 7

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A comedy play by William Shakespeare. Set in Athens, the play revolves around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta, featuring subplots involving four Athenian lovers and a group of amateur actors. The story unfolds in a forest inhabited by fairies who meddle with the humans’ lives.

Themes of love, transformation, and the interplay between reality and fantasy are central to the plot. This popular play explores love’s complexities through mistaken identities, magical interventions, and comedic elements, making it a timeless classic.

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Apr
4
6:00 PM18:00

Ottawa Design Club #0012 - Momentum

Keeping a steady pace is key, but so is knowing when it's time for a change. Momentum is all about finding that sweet spot between sticking to your path and veering onto a new one at just the right moment.

Momentum explores how to keep your creative engines running smoothly while staying open to the shifts that can take your work to the next level. It’s not just about moving forward, it’s about moving forward with purpose and knowing when a detour might actually be your best next step. Whether you’re perfectly in sync with your creative rhythm or you’re searching for that next big leap.

This event is for anyone looking to blend the familiar's reliability with the new's thrill. Join us to explore how to maintain your flow and recognize when it’s time to switch things up, ensuring your creative journey is both steady and exhilarating.

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