When it comes to having a first single become a runaway hit, X Ambassadors know all too well the ups and downs that can come with it. When they released “Renegades” in 2015, the band was instantly thrust into the spotlight, as the single gained worldwide acclaim – and streams. With over 760 million on […]

Creative Continuum is an annual conference presented by Arts Network Ottawa. It brings together local and national creative experts and business leaders in Ottawa on May 10, 2024.

It’s that time again! 2024’s Show Tune Showdown, one of the most exciting nights in Ottawa theatre, is hitting Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe on April 27. Get ready to dance in your seat, sing and use your trivia skills alongside some of the best in Ottawa’s theatre scene. We chatted with Rob Bowman, the 2024 producer and concept originator, to learn more about what we can expect from this beloved annual event.

Ever vogued at an orchestral concert?

If there’s one thing Michelle Thrush wants you to know, it’s to live life to the fullest. This message shines through her one-woman show, Inner Elder, as she recalls key moments of her life growing up as a Cree woman. Inner Elder ran at the National Arts Centre from April 11-13.

The moody spring skies on Friday were the perfect backdrop as Queens of the Stone Age descended upon Ottawa like a storm, as their doom-fueled melodies filled the Canadian Tire Centre with their ‘The End is Nero’ tour. Frontman Josh Homme was fixated on the crowd as the first riff of Regular John rang through […]

On a sunny Wednesday, I attended the GNAG Theatre’s presentation of the Drowsy Chaperone. Armed with bouquets, community members and friends of friends gather together in the grand hall before the show. We’re treated to an irresistible and unabashed comedic musical.

In this new biweekly feature, Apt613 asks blog contributors and local food lovers about their recent Ottawa area restaurant highlights to help you find new tasty treats to discover or revisit when someone inevitably asks, “Where do you want to eat?” We want to hear about something that you ate and loved! Leave comments below, […]

It’s my first time at the NAC Fourth Stage and I’m delighted by the intimacy the venue offers with soft twinkly lights, cocktail tables surrounding the stage and ample seating. The opener, Gabrielle Shonk, takes the stage. With flaming pink locs, an oversized suit and a sincere posture that matched her lyrics, Shonk charmed the […]

Although slated as the local opening act, De Flore were asked for multiple encores at Bar Minotaure.