Last chance this year.
A walking tour of Ward One.
Meet at Tytler School 131 Ontario Street. Tour departs promptly at 10:00am, Sunday October 4.
$10 cash only. 90 minute tour.
All proceeds go to the Guelph Arts Council, proudly hosting these walks since 1977.
I very much look forward to being your host.
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Here's a sample of part of a story you might hear at Heads & Tales.
Recorded at the Minto Arts Council Gallery.
Heads & Tales is a collection of stories, poetry and monologues. Yo draw a title from the hat and I take the leap. 60 minutes of storytelling theatre. Perfect for galleries, libraries, barns and funky intimate venues where storytelling is appreciated. This is The Addressing of Cats, by T.S. Eliot.
HARRISTON — What happens when the audience decides what the performer will perform?
On Tuesday, September 29, actor and storyteller Jay Wilson brings his interactive performance Heads & Tales to the Minto Arts Council Gallery as part of Ontario Culture Days.
As a student of theatre, Wilson was captivated by legendary performers who could recite poetry, speeches or stories at the drop of a hat. In Heads & Tales, he does just that — drop the hat and entertain.
Over the years, monologues, poems and unforgettable passages have gathered in the recesses of his mind. To keep them alive, the titles go into a hat. You draw one. Jay performs it. Neither of you knows what’s coming next.
Every performance is different and every draw is a surprise. The result is an evening of stories, poetry, humour and the unexpected, with the audience determining what comes next.
Wilson has spent more than 50 years working as an actor, director, storyteller and arts administrator. Today, through JayWalking Theatre, he creates intimate performances that put the emphasis on strong writing and the connection between performer and audience.
Heads & Tales takes place Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Minto Arts Council Gallery in Harriston. The Ontario Culture Days performance is free/pay what you wish and is suitable for ages 12 and up.
Seating in the gallery is limited to 30. Reservations are recommended and can be made through the Ontario Culture Days listing or by contacting the Minto Arts Council at info@mintoartscouncil.ca or 519-338-2497. Drop-ins are also welcome if space permits.
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It is no secret Guelph is getting a new library!
So soon we will say farewell to the 100 Norfolk Street Main Branch.
Library Recollections
Your
memories and stories from 100 Norfolk Street
Do you remember your first visit? A favourite librarian? Bringing your children? Something funny, unexpected or important that happened here?
Come sit down with Jay for a few minutes and help preserve some of the memories of 100 Norfolk Street. Your stories will help inspire a special storytelling event celebrating the people and memories that have been part of the Main Library’s life.
Visit Jay at the Main Branch:
Monday, October 5, 10:30–11:30 am OR Thursday, October 15, 6:30–7:30 pm
Register HERE (click the Date and Time icon and a drop down menu appears) Seating is limited so I recommend you register.
September is a lovely time to visit, listen to stories, take in the atmosphere.
Tuesday Sept 29 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
A hat full of titles. A room full of words. A night of stories chosen by chance.
You draw the title. I take the leap.
A pleasant evening does us a world of good. Ahhh
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A VERY WORTHWHILE EXPERIENCE
I ENJOYED PARTICIPATING
I'm delighted to be presenting Lilt of Laughter, Trace of Tears as part of SPARC (Supporting Performing Arts in Rural and Remote Communities)'s Small Venue Pitch Program.
If you're a presenter—or help organize entertainment for a community hall, library, theatre, arts council, museum, or other intimate venue—this program is well worth exploring.
