Newsletter Volume # 124 May 2nd, 2023
Come see talent from across Ontario including the best local singers, musicians, actors, models and dancers in the area, hosted by award winning judges! Tickets for the Semi Finals and Finals available below.

A competition you won't want to miss!
The Markham Arts Council is leading a number of events around the community, and we need volunteers to help us out on the days of our events! Sign up below and we'll reach out to you as soon as possible.

Volunteer Hours Provided!
Unionville Festival is BACK! Come see a wide range of events, vendors, performances and more on June 3rd and 4th at Main Street Unionville!

Fun for all!
Local Events and Opportunities
Music on the Street '23

The Markham Arts Council is excited to announce that Music on the Street is back for 2023! Featured musicians, singers and bands will get the chance to perform in crowd building spaces along Main Street Unionville, every Saturday from June to September.

Get the chance to showcase your talent for a diverse community. Apply today because spots are limited!

Please respond to this email as soon as possible if you would be interested in participating. 

THIS IS A PAID OPPORTUNITY.
Ray on My Mind - May 12th Performance

This concert/theatre work brings the music and the story of the great Ray Charles to vivid life! Portraying Ray, master pianist/vocalist Kenny Brawner leads his 11-piece orchestra and three sultry vocalists (a la the Raelettees), performing this legend’s most popular hits.

At the Flato Markham Theater at 8pm on May 12th, 2023.
"Field Notes" Exhibit, Varley Art Gallery

Field Notes brings together historical sketches by F. H. Varley with contemporary animation and drawings by Winnie Truong. Although their bodies of work and approaches to art making are vastly different, both artists share a desire to engage with the natural world.

Can't visit the show in person? Visit the virtual gallery to explore the works on display.
Open Mic Every Thursday Night!

Every Thursday night @ The Duchess in Markham Village. 53 Main St N, Markham ON L3P 1X7

Sign up begins at 8:00 and the first performer is on shortly after 8:30pm. Come early for sign-up as it gets quite busy. Set-times are generally 15 minutes (2-3 songs with changeover) But we can arrange longer, featured and promoted sets in advance. All singers and musicians are welcome!
Art Show and Sale

Put away the winter gear and welcome the Spring. The Markham Group of Artists presents: CELEBRATE SPRING 2023, Online Art Show & Sale in support of The Markham Food Bank, April 1 – May 20. This show features favourite works of art created by local artists. For more information or to view the gallery go to markhamartists.org
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