Articles by Dan Savoie

About Dan Savoie

Dan's been rockin' the journalism scene from coast to coast, scribbling for Canadian papers and jamming with iconic mags like Rolling Stone and Metal Hammer. He's racked up chats with a who's-who of rock royalty, from KISS to Metallica. Yeah, he's living the dream, one interview at a time.

University Players Brings Enchanting Pop-Up Book Adaptation of ‘Little Women’

March 21, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

The University Players’ production of ‘Little Women,’ which opened this past weekend at the Essex Hall Theatre, is a sight to behold. Director Kerry Ann Doherty’s vision has been beautifully translated onto the stage, creating […]

Peter Frampton Scorches Windsor with Guitar Godliness

March 16, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Peter Frampton’s blistering performance at Caesars Windsor Friday night (March 15, 2024) was a soul-shaking, earth-shattering testament to his unrelenting passion and the raw, primal power of his music. At 73 years young, Frampton didn’t […]

Bringing ‘Vitals’ to Life: Mary Grace Weir’s Tour-de-Force

March 16, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Mary Grace Weir delivered a tour-de-force performance in the one-woman play “Vitals” at Windsor’s intimate Shadowbox Theatre. Written by Canadian playwright Rosamund Small, the show offers a raw, unfiltered look into the life of a […]

Four Sisters, One Unforgettable Story: Little Women Opening at Essex Hall

March 14, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Little Women introduces us to the March sisters – responsible Meg, fiery Jo, gentle Beth, and artistic Amy – as they navigate the challenges of growing up against the backdrop of the Civil War. Guided […]

The Prairie State: A Journey Through Trouble Is

March 14, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

In their latest album, “Trouble Is,” The Prairie States, an Edmonton-based country band, takes listeners on a musical journey through moments of love, longing, and reflection. The album’s title track, “Trouble Is,” encapsulates the fleeting […]

Asante: Authenticity in a Changing World

March 11, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

As the music industry grapples with the seismic shifts brought on by the pandemic, London, Ontario’s Asante emerges as a beacon of adaptability and innovation. From honing his craft during lockdowns to winning prestigious awards, […]

Harry Houdini’s Spirit to Live On in Bill Nuvo’s “Out of the Box”

March 11, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

In the world of magic, few names are as iconic as Harry Houdini. The legendary escape artist’s feats of daring and illusion have captivated audiences for over a century. Now, Windsor-based magician and comedian Bill […]

Boyz II Men - Caesars Windsor March 3, 2024

Motownphilly Meets Windsor: Boyz II Men Bring Soulful Surprise Across the River

March 11, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Just across the Detroit River from the hallowed grounds of Motown, the legendary R&B vocal group Boyz II Men brought their soulful Motownphilly sound to Caesars Windsor on Sunday night. Despite being just over an […]

Russell Dickerson’s Big Wheels & Back Roads Tour Rolls into Windsor with Steven Lee Olsen and Kelsi Mayne

March 11, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

Russell Dickerson brought a massive, high-octane country music party to The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on Friday night with his Big Wheels & Back Roads Tour. The Tennessee native hit the stage with boundless energy, […]

Elderberry Wine and Wicked Delight at Migration Hall

March 11, 2024 Dan Savoie Comments Off

The curtain has fallen on Migration Hall’s deliciously twisted production of Arsenic and Old Lace, but the memory of this madcap romp lingers like a fine poisoned wine. Under Norm Ross’s deft direction, Joseph Kesselring’s […]