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Arts & Culture writer, Niagara Falls Review

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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 11h
Snooki does Niagara
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'Jersey Shore' star Snooki brings new paranormal show to Niagara
"Jersey Shore" star Snooki brings new paranormal show to Niagara
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 13h
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Niagara tribute singer Angela Seeger revisits 24 legends for 'Women of Power'
Angela Seeger will be doing Adele, Barbra Streisand and 22 others for two nights at Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre in Niagara Falls Oct. 16 and 17.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
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Alan Doyle, Winehouse band coming to Niagara Falls casino
The James Barker Band, with John Morgan and special guest Ethan Miller, will also be performing at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in 2027.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Northern Pikes, Pursuit of Happiness and The Odds bring triple header to Fallsview Casino
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Northern Pikes bringing fun, retro reunion back to Niagara Falls
Don Schmid of The Northern Pikes reflects on the band's history ahead of its Friday show at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino with The Pursuit of Happiness and Odds.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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Welland-Port Colborne concert series resumes after theatre renovations
The long-running series lineup for 2026/27 features Sonic Escape, The Men of the Deeps, Christmas with The Ennis Sisters, Ensemble Caprice, Steven Taetz and Sultans of String.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Twisted Sister head to Fallsview Casino, with Sebastian Bach stepping in for Dee Snider
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At 74, Jay Jay French never expected to tour again — until this phone call
Jay Jay French never expected to tour again. But a 50th anniversary call and health crisis brought Twisted Sister back — with Sebastian Bach stepping in. The band hits the OLG stage at Fallsview Casin...
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
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Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash plays Fallsview Casino May 8
Slash brings his band the Conspirators, featuring Alter Ego singer-guitarist Myles Kennedy, to OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in May.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
It's Cicada Fest time in Niagara
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Cicada Music & Arts Festival hits Henley Island this weekend in Port Dalhousie
The lineup of performers includes Metric, Bahamas, USS, Boy Golden, Wintersleep, the Zolas, Hawksley Workman and the Darcys.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Sixty years, one sign: Iconic Niagara Falls' landmark transforms
The "Let's all go to Marineland" sign is losing its famous lettering. But its future — and what it means for Niagara Falls — is just beginning.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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1 story, 3 venues - new ECT show hits the road
"Brief Encounters" will be staged in different places across St. Catharines, with each depicting a different time period.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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‘Billy Joel Legacy’ paying tribute to Piano Man at Fallsview Casino
Ian Benjamin brings out the Billy Joel classics and the stories behind them.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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Rain garden, public art unveiled in downtown St. Catharines
Green initiative and public art unveiled in the city's downtown.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
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Niagara art collection at a critical crossroads: 'We are running out of money'
The Rodman Art Institute is hosting four community conversations in Thorold starting Tuesday to decide the future of Niagara's $6-million art collection. Without permanent funding and a home, the inst...
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Niagara Falls Night of Art so successful it should have longer hours, organizer suggests
Nearly 2,000 people took in four hours of music, painting, improv and more at The Exchange culture hub that started at 6 p.m.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Jake Owen, Brooks & Dunn among headliners for Misty City Music Fest this weekend in Niagara Falls
In addition to the three main acts, the festival will have more than 20 performers including Jackson Dean, Avery Anna, Lonestar, Carter Faith, Ryan Langdon, Dylan Marlowe and Blake Whiten.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
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Stars align for a bigger Niagara Falls Night of Art
Thursday’s festival of all things culture, at The Exchange, will be adding comedy, improv, storytelling drums, a variety show and two new stages for live music.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
My chat with Scot McFadyen, director of the great new documentary on Neil Peart:
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‘Joyful’ new documentary celebrates the genius of St. Catharines’ Neil Peart
The life and music of the iconic Rush drummer forms the new CBC documentary “Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple.”
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
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The Beaches to make waves at Niagara Falls casino
The Juno-winning, all-female band will be back at the OLG Stage Jan. 27, nearly four years after it played an exclusive mini-concert showing off the dynamics of the new theatre to the media.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
I predict this will be the top costume at Spirit Halloween this year.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
This is fake ... but would any of you be surprised if it wasn't? This is where we are. #NiagaraFalls
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
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You won’t just view this art, you’ll add to it
Jon Sasaki’s Sept. 18 one-day installation behind Niagara Artists Centre in downtown St. Catharines will integrate objects from the local community.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
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10 years after anthem controversy, singer Remigio Pereira back in Niagara
After a turbulent decade, including his dismissal from The Tenors, Remigio Pereira will be accompanied by pianist/conductor Maria Fuller for a Sept. 17 show at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
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Crash Test Dummies coming to St. Catharines — ready to rock the ’90s
The Winnipeg band plays FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre on Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Brad Roberts confirms: they still love every hit.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
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Blue Rodeo bringing ‘Lake Ontario’ moment to Niagara Falls when it returns for 3rd straight holiday season
The band, whose iconic albums include “Lost Together” and “Five Days in July,” performs at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino on Dec. 27.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
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Outdoor country music festival coming to Niagara Falls
Brooks & Dunn headline 3-day event which aids health care institutions and the SPCA.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
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Rose Cora Perry and her Warrior Women bring abuse to light on tour
Rose Cora Perry’s abusive relationship sparks a new Warrior Women tour kicking off Sept. 4 at Taps Brewhouse in Niagara Falls.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Here's what's on tap for the Foster Festival next year:
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Foster Festival keeps Canadian warmth coming for 2027 season
The five-show season includes two Foster works and three original works, starting with the season opener “Ship to Shore” in June.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Here's what's coming to the Shaw Festival next year:
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Shaw Festival is staging 2 musicals at Festival Theatre in the same season — a first in 65 years
The Shaw Festival announces 11 productions for 2027, including Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” and the musical adaptation of “The Color Purple” — both at the Festival Theatre.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
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A Niagara Falls porch. A global music day
Every Aug. 29, Charmaine Frado and Zepheniah James turn their Orchard Avenue porch into a free three-hour concert for the whole neighbourhood — rain or shine.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
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Inside Niagara-on-the-Lake's new $30M Artists' Village
It started as a far-fetched idea a decade ago, but the Shaw Festival’s new Artists’ Village is officially open in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
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Brazilian Elvis brings The King to Niagara Falls this weekend
Diogo Light grew up in Porto Alegre, Brazil, captivated by Elvis records his father played at home. Now he headlines two tribute events this weekend, including “Three Kings” at the Niagara Falls Conve...
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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Street Pharmacy's full circle moment: Bridge XIII brings 20-year dream to life
Welland's Street Pharmacy marks 20 years together by transforming the iconic Bridge 13 —where it shot its breakout music video — into a free festival with local bands on Aug. 15.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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Review: Shaw Festival presents a brilliant, wickedly funny 'Amadeus'
The Niagara-on-the-Lake theatre company's first crack at this modern classic is accessible and wonderfully performed — "Amadeus" is the best show of what has been a stellar season.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
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Niagara artist Lastli makes waves down under with Australian record deal
A realtor planning to study psychology in the fall, Keegan Beach said he hopes to look at music more as a day job
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Shaw Festival review: Ohio State Murders
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Review: ‘Ohio State Murders’ deserves a deeper cut
Shaw Festival review: “Ohio State Murders.”
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
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Niagara music community unites for flood relief fundraiser
“Every time there’s some kind of disaster, the community comes together,” says Christie Hails.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
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A stingray nearly ruined Ryan Bissell's life — it ended up starting a music career
It started as a nightmare for Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Ryan Bissell. It may end as a dream come true. Most artists will tell you some great music comes from pain. For Bissell, it came from five months of...
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
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Peanuts finds its Sally with Fonthill's Grace Nicolaou-Wood
A 10-year-old Niagara voice actor provides the voice of Charlie Brown's sister in the new Peanuts special “Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home,” which premieres Friday on AppleTV
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
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Longtime friends make the leap to Niagara band Lunipeer
“Phototaxis,” the band’s long-gestating debut, is a surging, polished collection reminiscent of The Killers and The War on Drugs.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
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What happens to all that Marineland merch?
$200,000 worth of merchandise will be sent to Serbian kids in need.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
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Loving herself today: On eve of Niagara show, Bif Naked is still the punker with a heart of gold
A chat with Bif Naked, opening for The Tea Party at Fallsview Casino on Friday.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
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Belugas on the move: Marineland begins “complex” relocation of marine mammals
The first six of 30 belugas remaining in the Niagara Falls park were being transferred to Toronto Pearson Airport Monday to be flown to Chicago in a Boeing 747.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
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Playing at Fallsview: Kathleen Madigan gave up journalism for jokes, and never looked back
Interview: With Niagara show coming this month, one of comedy’s top funny gals talks about how she got here and her approach to stand-up.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
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It's the whisky talking. Thorold's Ryan Langdon stars in new Crown Royal ad
Niagara's Ryan Langdon was approached by the company last year and asked to compose a fast-paced country song for Crown Royal.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
It cannot be overstated how different the world is going to feel when he is gone. Like the people who leave the cancer ward and ring the bell because they're cancer-free. A worldwide celebration like we haven't seen since the end of WW II.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
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'Frozen Jr.' comes to Niagara-on-the-Lake: 60+ young performers take the stage
Yellow Door Theatre's summer intensive culminates Saturday with the staging of a full Disney production in just two weeks.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
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‘My dad says there’s no money in comedy.’ Ronald Warren is 11. He’s already made $250
Meet Ronald Warren, the St. Catharines kid dubbed “Canada’s youngest comedian” by his dad, a fellow standup comedian.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Well isn't that a lovely, uh, pasty yellow sky in #NiagaraFalls today.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Shaw Festival review: 'Heartbreak House'
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Review: Misery loves company in Shaw Festival's 'Heartbreak House'
Playwright may have been asking what it's all for in gloomy production written in the aftermath of the First World War.
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John Law @johnlawmedia.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Shaw Festival review: One For the Pot
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Shaw Review: The farce is strong with this one
'One For the Pot' hits a comic sweet spot for the Shaw Festival.
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