Arts and Culture

British comedy O Christmas Tea charms Sarnia audience

A sold-out crowd packed Sarnia’s Imperial Theatre this weekend for the British comedy O Christmas Tea, a whimsical holiday performance filled with laughter, improvisation, and audience participation.

Nov 21, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

Q & A with Elvis Stojko: the skating legend talks Christmas Spirit, time-bending tricks, and big dreams ahead of Sarnia show

Elvis Stojko, legendary figure skater and two-time Olympic silver medallist, is heading out for the Stars on Ice tour, and talks with The Journal ahead of its Sarnia show.

Nov 20, 2024 3:19 PM Read more >

From Sarnia to the Andes: Michael Bednar's journey documenting Peru’s Quechua people

Sarnia native and award-winning photographer Michael Bednar presents The Condor & The Bull on November 16—a rare look at his work capturing the lives of Peru’s Quechua people.

Nov 11, 2024 2:23 PM Read more >

Reflections on Sarnia: Spencer Roberts on community, industry, and heritage

In this interview, The Sarnia Journal speaks with Spencer Roberts, author of The Shadow of Chemical Valley, as he reflects on Sarnia's unique identity and its balance between industrial roots and cultural heritage.

Nov 8, 2024 1:34 PM Read more >

An unforgettable festive event comes to Sarnia – O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

British Comedy duo James & Jamesy bring their holiday hit O Christmas Tea to Sarnia’s Imperial Theatre on November 16, promising laughter and festive cheer in a show that’s charmed audiences across North America.

Nov 4, 2024 1:33 PM Read more >

Celebrating 25 years of dedication: Brian Austin’s quarter century of service and a decade as executive director of Sarnia’s Imperial Theatre

The Imperial Theatre honors Brian Austin’s 25 years of service, celebrating his role in expanding programs and enhancing the theatre’s community impact.

Oct 30, 2024 8:33 AM Read more >

ISO’s 67th season opens with Windy Journey concert series

The International Symphony Orchestra (ISO) kicks off its 67th season, “Mid Journey,” with Windy Journey, a concert series spotlighting original works, key solo performances, and a post-Halloween debut of Phantasmagoria by ISO’s own Dinah Bianchi.

Oct 29, 2024 11:44 PM Read more >

Theatre Sarnia presents The Last Romance, a heartwarming comedy under WODL adjudication

The Last Romance is a touching comedy about love and second chances, presented at Sarnia’s Imperial Theatre. Directed by Jane Janes, the production is up for adjudication by the Western Ontario Drama League (WODL), which recognizes excellence in community theatre.

Oct 18, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

“Puffs” brings Potter humour to Sarnia

After a ten-year hiatus, Diversion Entertainment returns to Sarnia’s theatre scene, bringing a comedic twist to a beloved magical tale. Their production of Puffs, opening on October 31, offers a hilarious look at the story you know and love from another house's perspective.

Oct 14, 2024 1:42 PM Read more >

Local artists John Williams and Kennedy Rayn set to open the fall season at Gallery in the Grove

Local artists John Williams and Kennedy Rayn are set to open the fall season at Gallery in the Grove with a joint art exhibition.

Sep 5, 2024 12:32 PM Read more >