Learn from Corrina Dilella Cameron, whose gorgeous artwork you may recognize from the gallery. Her upcoming workshop includes 8 total hours of class time and new art supplies for only $235+HST!!
We’re closed to the public until August 4th for a short summer break, but leave us a message when you call the gallery at 519-601-4420, or email us at info@westlandgallery.ca to register, and we will get back to you as soon as possible to secure your spot. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to sign up!!
Play Music on the Porch Day is a worldwide celebration of the power of music! Music brings people together like nothing else can. So gather some friends and let’s play, sing, and dance our way to a better world! Get on the map at PlayMusicOnThePorchDay.com
The Manor Park Evening/Afternoon Post is a variety show in the spirit of an old time radio variety hour with a modern sensibility. Each show is packed with an eclectic array of music, stories, poems, and comedy that ranges from clever to absurd. If you are a regular you know why you love this show. If you have never been, come and find out why folks keep coming back for more.
The highly anticipated 2025 London Fringe Festival is back and ready to take over the city from August 12-16, 2025! Hosted by the Palace Theatre Arts Commons, this year’s festival is set to showcase an electrifying mix of performances from local, national and international artists.
Fifteen incredible productions are poised to bring their creativity to life in five venues across the downtown core. Audiences can expect an eclectic mix of theatre, music, comedy, dance, and magic, promising bold storytelling and boundary-pushing performances.
The London Fringe Festival is an open-access, unjuried festival that champions artistic freedom, allowing performers to take risks and audiences to discover raw, unfiltered and unexpected storytelling. The mission of the London Fringe is to support artists and bring innovative performances to the community.
August 12-16, 2025 90 Performances, 15 Productions, 5 Venues, Endless Entertainment
Venues:
Procunier Hall – Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas Street David Long Stage – Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas Street Spriet Family Theatre – Original Kids, Covent Market, 130 King Street Metropolitan United Church – 468 Wellington Street First St. Andrews United Church – 350 Queens Avenue
Shows and Performers:
Maria Colonescu — The Companion (Two-Person Drama)
Tony Molesworth — Wize Guy (Music and Comedy)
Isaac Atfield — Would You Like Some Tea? (Drama)
Ryan Brown — The Magic of Ryan Brown (Magic Show)
Dorukhan Turan — The Light of the East – Asia Minor (Musical Performance)
Jenn Weatherall — No Lilies / Everything I Didn’t Get to Say (In a Collection of Petals) (Drama)
Allan Fehr — The Naked Mennonite (Comedy)
John Palmer — Shrink Wrapped Murder (Murder-Mystery)
Graeme Taylor — Trivial Lawsuit (Comedy Gameshow)
Leonardo Martins & Andrew Olmstead — Many Rooms: The House of Magic (Magic Show)
Randy Ross — Tales of a Reluctant World Traveler (One-Man Show)
Yuiry Popov — The Turing Test (Drama/Comedy)
Matt deKort – The Life and Times of Jumbo the Elephant (Drama)
J2 Productions — Monster (Thriller)
The Improvables — Controlled Chaos:Short Form Improv Show (Improv)
Saturday, September 6 Showtime: 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) Tickets: $35 (all fees included)
Join us for an unforgettable night of music, magic, laughter and community spirit at Save Our Stage: A Variety FUNdraiser! This one-night-only celebration brings together some of London’s most talented performers — singers, musicians, actors, magicians and more — all coming together to help raise vital funds for the Palace Theatre Arts Commons.
Proceeds from this high-energy evening will support crucial repairs, ongoing programming and the beloved productions that keep our historic theatre alive and thriving. In addition to the live entertainment, enjoy a silent auction, door prizes and surprise moments throughout the night.
Come early to mix and mingle with fellow theatre lovers, bid on great prizes and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of community and creativity.
Help us Save Our Stage – and have a ton of fun doing it!
Celebrating local folk music and crafts since 1974 and showcasing Canada’s best emerging artists in the heart of London, Ontario, the Home County Folk Festival returns for one day on Saturday, July 26 in Victoria Park.
A full day of music is planned. Here’s the schedule:
Almost one-hundred and twenty-five years ago, L. Frank Baum published ‘The Wizard of Oz’, and the story of not looking further than one’s own backyard for happiness has been captivating readers, movie fans, and theatre audiences ever since. And Jordan Monsell’s ‘Shakespeare’s Oz’ adds a new wonderful chapter and perspective on the story. The show had it’s World Premiere last night at the Auburn Stage, Grand Theatre, and I would encourage you to attend before it’s too late, it closes on Sunday! It is ably produced by Scott Smalley and Laura Williams. Jeremy Hewitson has directed a gem of a show! Rounding out the stellar creative team is stage manager Amanda Marshall. Kudos also to Annette Kavelaars-Burrows, for her wonderful costume design! The cast reads like a “Who’s Who” of the London stage, circa 2025: Jesslyn Hodgson, Jacob Wiley, Dustin Didham, Dylan Borshell, Bronwyn Powell, Sue Harrington, Gabriel Sizeland, Ben Kennes, Amy Rose Dickson, Marianna Hrnjak, Heather Heathcote, Mike Carriere, Kevin Avram, Dustin Freeman, Skyler Gallagher, Hayley Kell, Anna Lee-Diemert, Aleesa Prendergast, Amanda Roberts, and Kate Sepi. As mentioned, this is a limited run show, so please get your tickets asap.
Follow the rainbow to @thegrandlondon July 24th-27th to see the world premiere of Shakespeare’s Oz on the Auburn Stage. All of your favourite Oz characters will be there, sharing a version of the classic story, with a twist!! #odesa#odesacompany#auburnstage#oz#thewizardofoz @shakespearsoz #dorothy
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