‘Super expressive’ stuffed animals take centre stage in Calgary show
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Stuffed animals take the place of conventional puppets in a Calgary theatre show. Continue reading
Calgary arts
Calgary Ukulele Festival features 5-minute lessons: ‘It’s cool! Like a party trick’
By Gil Tucker Reporter
Performers are coming from around the world for the Calgary music festival. “It’s crazy how much you can do with such a small instrument.” Continue reading
Southern Alberta arts and culture organizations get $111 M from feds
Three dozen arts organizations and festivals in Southern Alberta will receive funds totalling $1.45 million. Continue reading
Calgary drag kings vying for place in spotlight: ‘It’s a man’s world’
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Drag queens are a part of popular culture but drag kings are fighting for the same recognition, while making a bigger statement off stage. Continue reading
Stephen Avenue summer presents live music for Calgary residents, visitors to enjoy
Calgarians and visitors alike can enjoy live music on the busy downtown Stephen Avenue every weekday afternoon for the rest of summer. Continue reading
A look at the Canadian Indigenous artists performing at the 2019 Calgary Folk Music Festival
For festival artistic director Kerry Clarke, having Indigenous artists take the stage is important because they “represent the founding peoples of this country.” Continue reading
Calgary Folk Fest 101: A guide to enjoying the 2019 music festival
The 2019 Calgary Folk Music Festival takes place from Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28 at Prince’s Island Park. Continue reading
Transformative art unveiled in Calgary’s Inglewood neighbourhood
With a quick glance at “Wolfe and the Sparrows,” the piece looks like a traditional monument. But, upon closer inspection, a flock of sparrows explodes from Wolfe’s head and shoulders, distorting them in the process. Continue reading
Calgary Folk Music Festival 2019: Half Moon Run, Lucius, Nathaniel Rateliff headline for 40th anniversary
Here’s a look at the bands and artists taking the stage at the 2019 Calgary Folk Music Festival. Continue reading
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra conductor returns for ‘Women Rock’
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra’s new show features the work of several female artists who are credited with changing rock and roll. Continue reading