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AH! FRIGHTENING – A Halloween Extravaganza!

Celebrate the quickening of the harvest and the coming of spectral fiends at the Bus Stop Theatre Co-operative this year. Spend October 30th-November 1st haunting days watching spooky movies, shaking

Will you #VoteArtsHRM on October 19? 

Will you #VoteArtsHRM on October 19? Arts and culture organizations across the municipality—including ours—are asking candidates for Halifax council and mayor to commit to supporting our vibrant arts and culture

Do you feel that chill in the air? It must be almost time for Ah! Frightening!
Join us for 3 straight days of monstrous mayhem October 30-November 1 all in support of our favorite member-owned co-operative. On October 30, join us for a marathon of horror classics from the weird corner of the video store you were afraid to go to because the DVD covers gave you nightmares.
On Halloween night, dance away the demons (and do so in costume!) at our centerpiece dance party with DJ TK. Monster mash your way through the most terrifying night of the year!
Finally, on November 1, join a gaggle of ghouls from the Bus Stop team as they present Harvest Tales, a creepy cabaret of morbidly-themed stories, songs, drag, and burlesque, all performed by our talented member-owners!
Tickets for all three events at at the link in our bio!
King’s Co-op Bookstore presents the Halifax launch of Bad Artist: Creating in a Productivity-Obsessed World. 
With contributing editors Nellwyn Lampert, Pamela Oakley, Christian Smith, and Gillian Turnbull. 
In conversation with Afterwords’ Stephanie Domet. 

Free tickets at eventbrite.ca
7 pm, Thursday, October 17
Bus Stop Theatre
2203 Gottingen St.
We're thrilled to announce the first of our frightful films we'll be showing October 30 for Ah! Frightening!, our new Halloween Fundraiser. 

Carnival of Souls is a 1962 independent psychological horror film that follows Mary Henry, lone survivor of a horrible car accident, as she moves to the terrifying town of Salt Lake City and find herself umable to fit in. Is the answer to her problems in the mysterious abandoned carnival she finds herself drawn to? Or the ghoulish stranger who follows her?

Carnival of Souls is a cult classic that demonstrates the ingenuity of the booming independent film world of the 60s and 70s with gorgeous cinematography, a haunting score, and is accessible enough for scardey-cats to join in on the fun (that's why it's first in our lineup) 😉
Stay tuned for announcements for the rest of the lineup! Find tickets in our bio.
Get ready for a hauntingly good time this Halloween at The Bus Stop Theatre! Tickets available online now. #BusStopTheatre #FrighteningFundraiser
Singers, poets, and performers join us at The Bus Stop Theatre for Open Mic Night! Looking to meet local artists or for a chance to showcase your art/work? This might be the open mic for you! Hosted by Page.20, an indie punk band with local artists Kiana Josette and Brennen MacDonnell.

Open Mic Night starts at 7pm and the event goes until 10!
Pay what you can at the door, proceeds go towards next open mic!
Sign up available at doors or through link here or in bio
https://forms.gle/3CJsiXSUKHgDPCTYA
Celebrate the quickening of the harvest and the coming of spectral fiends at the Bus Stop Theatre Co-operative this year. Spend October 30th-November 1st haunting days watching spooky movies, shaking that booooty to spectral jams, and reaping a final harvest of membership talent over an evening of performances that will turn your hair white with fright!

The Frightening is a three day fundraiser for the Bus Stop Theatre Co-Op. Day one, October 30, is a scary movie marathon; day two, Halloween Night, a costume contest and dance party with DJ TK, and day three, November 1, is an evening presentation of creepy performances created and performed by Co-op members (like you!).

Get your tickets here!: https://www.simpletix.com/e/ah-frightening-a-halloween-fundraiser-for-tickets-188224#smtx-click

Each ticket gets you entered to win our fabulous door prizes from our friends and neighbours in the north end and around the city! busstoptheatre.coop for updates, special spooky discounts, and more! Happy Halloween!
September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day established by the Canadian government in 2021 to acknowledge the history of residential schools in Canada and honour the Survivors, their families, and the communities that experience ongoing intergenerational trauma.

For more info please see https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/diversity-inclusion/indigenous-services/national-day-truth-reconciliation for updates on events and information in Halifax
Watch Over Me
Written and performed by Linda Carvery

Award winning Jazz/Blues/Gospel singer Linda Carvery tells a story filled with humour, struggles and strength, and the experiences that made Linda who she is today. A story of resilience told with humour and song, and memories of growing up in North End.

📍Bus Stop Theatre
🗓️October 10-12
🎟️Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/watch-over-me-by-linda-carvery-tickets-1013004843757

Presented by Mulgrave Road Theatre & Prismatic Arts Festival
Photos by @jamesarthurmaclean
Will you #VoteArtsHRM on October 19? 
Arts and culture organizations across the municipality—including ours—are asking candidates for Halifax council and mayor to commit to supporting our vibrant arts and culture sector. We’re calling on all candidates to commit to:
Becoming a leader in funding arts and culture activities.

Increasing supply of varied, accessible artistic venues and cultural production facilities.

Ensuring equitable access to diverse arts learning opportunities for all citizens, in and out of schools.

Building an HRM where everyone can participate in thriving arts and culture activities.

You can read more about our goals for a strong, sustainable, municipally-supported arts and culture sector here: http://www.greaterhalifaxartscoalition.ca/vote-arts-hrm.html and you can help us get the word out. This fall, when you’re enjoying a film screening, festival event, dance or theatre performance, live music or literary events, snap a selfie and post it with the hashtag #VoteArtsHRM

And when you meet candidates for council or mayor, please ask them about their commitment to our goals for a strong, sustainable, municipally-supported arts and culture sector in Halifax, and tell them you’re voting arts in this election.
Join @prismaticarts for a captivating evening of art, poetry, dance, and performance at @busstoptheatre on Monday, September 30th at 6:30pm!✨ 

Experience an immersive journey of visual and auditory wonders in three dynamic acts:

🎨 An art installation by Mi’kmaq painter Shianne Gould, blending family and connection to Mother Earth.

🎤 A powerful poetry & dance set by Dáminí Awóyígà and AfroQueens, where words and movement intertwine to evoke deep emotion.

💃 Residuals (住み・墨) by Shion Skye Carter, a breathtaking exploration of Japanese calligraphy through choreography.

The evening will open with a song about the land by incredible L’nu singer Jenelle Duval.

Prepare to be inspired by an evening of multidisciplinary magic in the heart of Halifax’s North End! ✨ 

#Prismatic2024 #BusStopTheatre #Halifax #LivePerformanceHFX #ShianneGould #ShionSkyeCarter #JenelleDuval #DaminiAwoyiga
@hellocityimprov 🍂ITS SEPTEMBER BABY🍂

We are back from a short little break after Fringe with an absolute banger of a show- this month we are absolutely thrilled to have @briangeorgehfx as our guest monologist.
We will be using their stories as inspiration for our scenes and will be playing a few games after a nice lil’ intermission. 

Brian is a former stand up comedian, a writer, and an award winning actor with appearances in Vollies and Roll With It on Bell Fibe and the film Hailey Rose.
Make sure you catch this show!

Get your tickets now on Eventbrite, through the link in our bio or at the door!

Sunday, September 22nd
The Bus Stop Theatre 
Doors at 7//Show at 730
-$10, $15 or $20
The mayoral race is heating up, and now it’s time for the candidates to fight it out on stage. Who will win the debate: Randy Filthmore, Spam Loveless, Gay Mason, or another surprise contender?! Come find out on Thursday, September 26th, 6:00pm at the Bus Stop Theatre!

6:00pm - doors
6:30pm - music by bing bong
7:15pm - drag show

This show will be taking donations for Books Beyond Bars, a books-to-inmates program in Mi’kma’ki which has been providing reading materials to the east unit in the Nova Scotia Central Correctional Facility since 2009. 100% of additional funds past the cost of the venue rental and paying the performs will go to Books Beyond Bars in supporting their program.

Tickets available now at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/halifaxs-mayoral-drag-race-tickets-1012484617747
Halifax, ReBoot ReWind heard your call! See episodes 1 and 2 (and a sneak peek of the D1 footage) on the big screen! All ReBoot ReWind screenings have sold out across the country, so claim your tickets ASAP!

#rebootrewind #reboot #reboot1994 #mainframe #ytv #retro #nostalgia #90s #canada #cgi #cartoon #canadiannostalgia #90skids #throwback #3D #nostalgiacore #memories #90skids #viral #vancouver #animation
We are back for another full moon party! 

Come dressed in your best white ‘fit to dance under the black lights for a great cause! This is a fundraiser/MA for community member who is in need of her community. Her and three kids need a safe space to call home. 

All donations can be made to Maggi.busstop@gmail.com 
Or Scan and copy email from the QR code!

Please ~ like share, comment, donate ~ 
September 20th 
9pm-1am
Improvised theatre. Laugh your socks off with our talented Performance Teams! Spontaneity Improv Company will be presenting their monthly showcase. Our group of talented improvisers will be taking the stage and improvising based on your suggestions. Get your tickets now and take part in the show by calling out our inspiration.

Ticket Link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/792330380497?aff=oddtdtcreator
Celebrate the quickening of the harvest and the coming of spectral fiends at the Bus Stop Theatre Co-operative this year. Spend October 30th-November 1st three haunting days watching spooky movies, shaking that booooty to spectral jams, and reaping a final harvest of membership talent over an evening of performances that will turn your hair white with fright!

Ticketing information and details to follow! Keep you eyes open and watch our website, busstoptheatre.coop for updates, special spooky discounts, and more! Happy Halloween!
@crescent_moon_cabaret It’s officially 2 weeks until showtime! do you have your tickets yet?

Crescent Moon Cabaret is back for our third show! Founded in 2022, Crescent Moon Cabaret is a production company based right here in Halifax, we produce shows that are unlike anything else happening in Halifax right now. Our shows are a contemporary take on the Vaudeville Reviews of the early 20th Century. 

September 14th at the Bus Stop Theatre

Doors at 7:00, show at 7:30

under-waged, artists, students: $15 advanced, $20 at the door

Regular: $20 advance $25 at the door

Live stream: $15 suggested

2 Cabaret tables, seating for up to 4 people each, will be available for $150 each. These tables will be right in the action, so if you want to be up close, this is the place for you! Tables will come with a special party favour TBA

If price is a barrier, please reach out through DM or email at crescentmooncabaret@gmail.com

#halifaxevents #cabaret #varietyshow #burlesque #circus #livemusic #drag @busstoptheatre @halifaxevents.ca @hfxnoise @halifaxpresents
Repost: 😎Summer is flying by, but never fear we’re here to keep things fun and exciting through the fall!🍁

🦞 @bluelobsterburlesque is proud to present Glamorous Ridiculousness ✨

🗓️Saturday September 21st
🗺️Bus Stop Theatre -2203 Gottingen St, Halifax 
⏱️Doors at 7 show at 7:30
 
🐣Early bird tickets on sale until Sept 1st only $20!!!!🐣

🎙️ Hosted by Anna Mona Pia @anna.monapia 

🌟Special Guest: Jake Jockerson! @jake.jockerson 

👏👏And Featuring:

💙Aiya  Xiaoxin @ccdotca 
💛The Lady Corbeau @theladycorbeau 
💜Kay Licious @thekaylicious 
💚Mike Hunt @mikeitreign 
♥️Miss Magenta missmagentapinup 
🧡Sin Amen sin.eh.men 

💃🏿🕺🏽💃🏿🕺🏽💃🏿🕺🏽
Get ready for an exciting evening of some of your favourite local burlesque performers bringing out their favourite numbers!

🎟️Tickets available online 🎟️
https://GlamorousRidiculousness.eventbrite.ca
Link in bio!

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