Monthly Archives: January 2012
Merry Music Makers an Owen Sound entertainment tradition since 1982
BILL HENRY Sun Times staff Alex Semple learned to fiddle at his father’s side, playing dances as a teenager around Markdale. He set music aside for several decades, picking it up again in his 50s. Now close to 92, with … Continue reading
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Songs, novels just different ways for musician Rob Ritchie to tell his stories
BILL HENRY Sun Times staff A one-time hockey jock, raised in a home filled with singing and music, the pianist, songwriter and novelist Rob Ritchie has performed across Canada and around the world. Inevitably, his youth, his travels, his environment, … Continue reading
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Life lessons in West Hill Wizard of Oz production at The Roxy
BILL HENRY Sun Times staff Until she discovered the stage, Glyneva Bradley-Ridout wasn’t nearly so sociable. “I’m naturally a shy person, and theatre has really helped me to come out of my shell,” the Grade 12 student said. Bradley-Ridout plays … Continue reading
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