Hardcore Halloween costume party with Montreal "prom rock" band Dishpit, Toronto art punk group Luge, and tunes by DJ Jas Nasty
co-presented by First Crush and Debaser
Tickets $12 / pay-what-you-can (email hello@debaser.ca to arrange PWYC ticket)
Licensed / all ages
fully accessible to those with restricted mobility and all genders
We acknowledge and pay respect to the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people on whose land we operate. Donations will be collected at the event for Minwaashin Lodge Programs. Read more about our land acknowledgement.
COVID-19 Policy
Proof of double vaccination required upon entry. Contact tracing information will be collected when you purchase a through Eventbrite, or in-person at the event.
This is a seated show – no standing or dancing permitted. A ticket guarantees you a seat, but there is no seat selection – arrive early to choose your seat. Attendees are welcome to remove their masks to enjoy a beverage once they are seated.
Accessibility
Club SAW is ground level, accessible by ramp through the courtyard at 67 Nicholas, with an automatic door at the main entrance. Bathrooms are gender neutral. Universal bathroom has automatic door and adult changing table.
Email hello@debaser.ca to request any further accessibility information, or to request accommodations.
Safer space policy
Attendees, artists and staff are expected to respect one another. Zero tolerance for violence, aggression, oppressive behaviour or language, or bullying. If you are currently implicated in an accountability process, please ensure you are respecting the space and well-being of those you have affected.
About the artists
Montreal trio DISHPIT brings an attitude of feminist absurdism to post-punk/grunge in order to take up as much space as possible in a male dominant genre. During their live performances they are known to be animated and eccentric, while keeping the musical performances tight. They don’t shy away from theatrics and occasional stage antics - during one show bassist Jed Stein and lead vocalist/guitarist Nora Kelly dressed up as dominatrix and led drummer Ethan Soil through the crowd in a diaper while whipping him (lightly). Nora and Jed got together while living in an abandoned factory in Montreal, Canada, where each loft was rented out to different artists. A long-time songwriter and musician, Nora’s creative ambition was the inciting influence that catalyzed the group’s formation. Carving out their niche in the Montreal music scene, DISHPIT draws inspiration from riot grrrl, grunge, and post-punk, but brings a freaky, femme energy that is distinctly unique to them. Unafraid to experiment, DISHPIT often challenges the confines of genre and normative songwriting; including unconventional time signatures and structural dynamics to create a sound unparalleled.
Luge is an art-punk band in Toronto, Canada
Photo: Ming Wu, photogmusic
Jas Nasty is an eclectic vinyl DJ that draws from various genres and influences. Jas has been involved in radio and various DJ events in Peterborough, Ottawa and Montreal since 2001. Now in Ottawa, she continues to DJ events and fill the airwaves with her love of collecting and sharing good music, old and new on her radio show Heavy Friends on CKCU 93.1 FM.