Featured Events in Shaw in June, 2025 (June Updated)

Join us for a peek behind the scenes at the making of Common Ground, our current exhibition. You’ll hear from photographer and filmmaker Matt Radcliffe and producer Janine Radcliffe, as they talk about the process of putting together the exhibition. With plenty of time for Q&A, this will be an open and honest conversation about the highs and lows of artistic projects - not to be missed! This event is pay as you feel. All across Calderdale, diverse groups of people come together for health and wellness but get so much more from their time together. Through film, photo and items of meaning, Common Ground tells the stories of these groups and individuals, exploring the importance of connection and the power of sports and activity to unite us.From football to fitness classes, wheelchair rugby to wild swimming, this exhibition paints a powerful picture of kindness, welcome and belonging for all members of our community. About the Exhibition: At the heart of this exhibition are two short films by local filmmaking duo Matt and Janine Radcliffe. Home Ground , developed in partnership with St Augustine’s Centre in Halifax, follows the head coach and players from St Augustine’s FC and looks at the important role that football plays as they seek asylum and build a new life with dignity in the UK. This Valley features six community groups in Calderdale and explores the important work that they do to connect people to a community and make Calderdale the welcoming place that we know and love. Alongside the films, photography, poetry, paintings and more tell individual stories in more detail and explore the power of connection, inclusion and belonging to transform lives. About the Artist(s): Matthew Radcliffe is a photographer and filmmaker based in Halifax who believes that the visual arts are an important tool for creating a better world. Driven by a passion to tell authentic stories and leave the world a better place, Matt creates poignant and thought-provoking film and imagery that seeks to challenge bias and inequality. Artwork for this exhibition has also been provided by poet, Hana Gillani, and oil painter and multimedia creative, Polly Chillcot (Instagram: @pollychillcottart ). Further Information: Refugee Week 2025: This exhibition will run over Refugee Week (16 – 22 June), a global movement that celebrates the contributions and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. At the exhibition, you’ll be able to learn more about St Augustine’s Centre , a charity in Halifax that provides support to refugees and people seeking asylum, and have the opportunity donate to support their work. Accessibility and quiet visits: The Everybody Gallery and the art school at Everybody Arts are both wheelchair accessible. Quiet visits for this exhibition will be held on Friday 20 and 27 June. During this time, films will be screened with subtitles only (no sound) and other noise will be kept to a minimum. Funding and support: Funding for this exhibition has been provided through Culturedale, Calderdale’s year-long programme of creativity and activity. In kind donations and support have been provided by a range of partners including St Augustine’s Centre, Everybody Arts, Valley of Sanctuary and the individuals and groups that have given their time to take part in film and photography projects. A big thank you to everyone who has supported this project so far. Information Source: Everybody Arts | eventbrite

Don't miss out on the upcoming event "Jorge Medina & Josi Cuen - JUNTOS" taking place at the Save Mart Center in Fresno. The event is scheduled for June 27, 2025. Head over to 2650 East Shaw Ave., CA, 93710 to catch this exciting show by the talented duo. Join the crowd for a night of unforgettable music and entertainment.

LA clown Natasha Mercado invites you to a mass that’s equal parts holy and horny — hosted by God’s sexiest son, Father Greg Orian. Experience a religious awakening like no other. Desire and devotion. Sacred, yet profane. It's like church, but with smash or pass revelations about lust, lies and living with your demons... As seen on The Joe Schmo Show and . “Ridiculously funny” ★★★★ The List UK “Think Drake, but slimier” ★★★★ The Skinny Fearless and Completely out of your mind -David Shiner, Co-Creator of Cirque Du Soleil More info at www.natashamercado.com Information Source: Natasha Mercado | eventbrite

INTRODUCTION Join us at the Shaw Auditorium for an evening that bridges classical tradition and modern creativity. The concert Beyond Time by LENK Quartet features Walter Rabl’sQuartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1, highlighting lively and expressive movements that showcase the intricate interplay between instruments. You’ll also enjoy local composer Lam Fung’s Floccus series—Flow, Cycle, and Turn—each exploring unique emotional landscapes. Furthermore, the LENK Quartet will present works by its members, including Eric Yip’s Fatal Raid and Linus Fung’sRadiantem and Floating Foam. Formed in 2021, The LENK Quartet consists of four seasoned musicians, including renowned pianist Nancy Loo, violinist Kitty Cheung, cellist Eric Yip, and clarinetist Linus Fung. The name ‘LENK’ combines the first letters of their names. They aim to deliver high-quality live performances with vibrant artistry. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer, this is an opportunity not to be missed, witnessing a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Register now to enjoy an unforgettable evening of music at the Shaw Auditorium! Beyond Time by LENK Quartet 音樂會將呈現迷人的混合音樂風格，充分展現 LENK Quartet 在演奏上的多樣性與才華。 音樂會的亮點是沃爾特·拉布（Walter Rabl）的《Quartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1》，其生動且富有表現力的樂章突出了樂器之間的精妙互動。此外，您將欣賞到本地作曲家林丰（Lam Fung）的《蒲絮》系列，——《流》、《輪》和《轉》，每一首作品都探索獨特的情感意境。LENK Quartet還將呈現團員的原創作品，包括葉俊禧（Eric Yip）的《Fatal Raid》和馮逸山（Linus Fung）的《Radiantem》及《Floating Foam》。 LENK Quartet 由四位才華橫溢的音樂家組成，包括資深鋼琴家羅乃新（Nancy Loo）、小提琴家張文蕊（Kitty Cheung）、大提琴家葉俊禧（Eric Yip）和單簧管家馮逸山（Linus Fung）。他們將為觀眾帶來一場充滿魅力的音樂體驗。 無論您是古典音樂愛好者還是初次接觸的觀眾，這都是一個不容錯過的機會，見證傳統與創新的完美結合。立即登記，於逸夫演藝中心享受一個難忘的音樂之夜！ PERFORMERS LENK Quartet Nancy Loo, Piano Kitty Cheung, Violin Eric Yip, Cello Linus Fung, Clarinet PROGRAM Linus Fung Radiantem (5’00”) (world premiere) 煥 Walter Rabl Quartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1 I. Allegro moderato (6’38”) Lam Fung Floccus: Flow (3’30”) 蒲絮：流 Walter Rabl Quartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1 II. Adagio molto (7’50”) Lam Fung Floccus: Cycle (4’30”) 蒲絮：輪 Walter Rabl Quartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1 III. Andantino un poco mosso (2’20”) Lam Fung Floccus: Turn (3’15”) 蒲絮：轉 Walter Rabl Quartet for Piano, Violin, Clarinet, and Cello, Op.1 IV. Allegro con brio (6’) Eric Yip Fatal Raid (8’10”) Linus Fung Floating Foam (5’00”) The performance will run for approximately 1 hour without intermission. ABOUT THE PERFORMER Formed in 2021, LENK Quartet is a violin-cello-clarinet-piano quartet composed of active musicians of classical music, all born, bred and based in Hong Kong. They came together when seasoned pianist Nancy Loo was invited by HKU MUSE to give a concert, and she started up the group with young violinist Kitty Cheung, cellist Eric Yip, and clarinettist Linus Fung. The name ‘LENK’ is the combination of first letters of the members’ English names—Linus, Eric, Nancy, and Kitty. They are committed to giving their audience top quality live performances with their engaging and multicoloured playing. In 2022, LENK Quartet gave two major recitals ‘Simple Gifts by LENK Quartet’ and ‘LENK’s Quartet for the End of Time‘, presented in LSCD’s Chamber Music Connections Series and Tai Kwun’s Prison Yard Festival respectively. LENK Quartet is the Ensemble-in-Residence 2022-23 at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Ensemble-in-Residence 2023-24 at the Education University of Hong Kong. REMARKS Free admission.Online registration is required.Free-seating on first-come-first-served basis.Please arrive at the venue 15 minutes before the showtime.Children under the age of 6 will not be admitted.ADMISSION RULES No food or drink is allowed.Unauthorized photo-taking, audio or video recording is strictly prohibited.Late-comers will be admitted only if there is a suitable break in the performance.The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the program, performers and seating arrangement. In case of dispute, the decision of the organizer shall be final.ENQUIRIES 查詢 HKUST Shaw Auditorium Unit 香港科技大學逸夫演藝中心 Email電郵: sateam@ust.hk Information Source: Shaw Auditorium Unit | eventbrite

Shade yourself at STORIE this summer where we’ll be hearing some brand-new work from the West Midlands very own STUART KANE, ELIZABETH LEE & CHARLOTTE TAYLOR alongside writer & host of Folkestone-based prose night Club Verbal Discharge, JIMI ODELL. STUART KANE has been writing for a decade after completing an MA in Creative Writing at the University of Birmingham in 2016. Bloomsbury Academic published his interview with author Kevin Barry in ‘Conversations with Biographical Novelists: Truthful Fictions Across the Globe’ in 2019. He has self-published two fact-based novels about the 1970s maverick footballer Robin Friday, ‘Man Friday: The First Half’ and ‘Man Friday: The Second Half’ – a duology collectively known as The Life and Times of Robin Friday which took five years of research & writing. Kane has recently completed Robin Friday’s biography, & a true crime biography based on a reformed London bank robber who became the first person in the UK to face trial without a jury for four hundred years. ELIZABETH LEE is an author, editor & writing mentor. Her work has been selected for Penguin's WriteNow Live & she was awarded the Curtis Brown Creative Marian Keyes Scholarship. Her debut novel, ‘Cunning Women’, is published by Penguin. JIMI ODELL is a graduate of City University’s novel writing MA. His short fiction has been published in Quiddity, Storyteller’s Refrain, & the Interpreter’s House, & his story ‘The Stash’ was highly recommended for the London Short Story Prize. Having spent most of his life in London, he now lives in Folkestone where he hosts the local branch of Club Verbal Discharge, a night for writers to share their work in progress. CHARLOTTE TAYLOR is a writer based in Bearwood, Birmingham. Growing up on a council estate in Bartley Green, she was shaped by the contrasts of poverty & the semi-rural sprawl—a childhood bordered by vast farmland, council estates, & the roar of the M5. Her work explores themes of family history, memory, & identity through deeply personal, regionally inspired narratives. Her writing has appeared in The Derwent Press & she is currently working on a collection of short stories celebrating a 30-year friendship. Alongside her creative pursuits, Charlotte works at a women's centre supporting women in mental health care, & she is a proud mother of three boys. TICKETS: Free Please reserve your ticket here on our Eventbrite page. KILDER BAR is located at 5 Shaw’s Passage, Digbeth with step-free access via the entrance on Shaw’s Passage. For further enquiries about the event, please email storie@vocebooks.com Information Source: Voce Books | eventbrite

Presented by Small World Music, The Riyaz Institute, and M-Do Kathak Toronto Join us for a special event celebrating the eagerly awaited return of the summer season with a captivating tabla solo performance by Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri. About the Artist: A two-time Grammy nominee, Swapanji's musical journey began at the age of five under the guidance of his Guru, Pandit Santosh Krishna Biswas of Kolkata. Since then, his lifelong dedication to music has been a spontaneous expression of powerful emotions, showcasing his profound mastery of the tabla. Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri is globally recognized as one of the most honoured tabla players in the realm of Indian classical music. His influence goes beyond Hindustani music, having collaborated with world-renowned musicians across diverse genres, including Stevie Wonder, L. Shankar, Mark O’Connor, John Handy, Larry Coryell, John Santos, and many others. Swapanji’s compositions and performances have transcended cultural boundaries, leaving a lasting impact on the global music scene. Accompanied by Sarangi virtuoso and Pandit Pankaj Mishra. Experience the depth of Swapanji's virtuosity and knowledge, matched only by his remarkable ability to connect joyfully with his audience. Doors open at 11:00 AM The 2025 Small World Music Series is sponsored by TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment and funded by the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and the City of Toronto through the Toronto Arts Council. If you have any further questions or require accessibility accommodations, feel free to reach out to us at boxoffice@smallworldmusic.com or call (416) 536-5439. Information Source: Small World Music | eventbrite