A new year of theatre: a sneak peek at Alberta Theatre Project’s 2026/27 season
Learn about the latest on Alberta Theatre Project’s upcoming plays!
How Calgary Expo’s Artist Alley brings unique communities together; an interview with Yuki Tanaka
Calgary Expo’s “Artist Alley” gives the chance for creators to share and sell their artwork. It gives creators the chance to get their work out there and to connect with like-minded people who resonate with their creations. The Gauntlet got the chance to speak with Yuki Tanaka, a
From Pokémon stardom to Calgary Expo: an interview with Sarah Natochenny
Sarah Natochenny is a voice actress who is best known for her work as Ash Ketchum in the animated Pokémon series. She had a booth set up for Calgary Expo from April 23 to 26 where local Calgarian fans and fans from all over the world for this event would
The student experience of being a drama major: Laura Astiz Andrade
The School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) is a department here at the University of Calgary. It is divided into three different divisions: music, dance and drama. This article will reflect on the student experience of engaging with drama, and how the department inspires its students to breathe life
The Tale of the Gifted Prince mixes layered storytelling and musical excellence to craft a remarkable play
The Tale of the Gifted Prince is a musical produced by Theatre Calgary. It was written by Lezlie Wade and the music was composed by Daniel Green. Prince Ren, the protagonist and titular character, is tasked with stopping the Yellow Scarves; a group of rebels, from taking over his father’
PaCT lab’s new study aims to raise awareness on how stress affects behavioural adaptability
Psychedelics and Cannabinoid Therapeutics (PaCT) lab is a lab at the University of Calgary which aims to uncover how psychedelics and cannabis can be used to combat mental illness. Keira Aubin, a PhD student working at PaCT lab, is currently organizing a study on how stress affects behavioural adaptability in
Christine Brubaker combines technology and theatre with upcoming projects
Research and the creative and performing arts are two concepts that aren’t expected to collide, but Christine Brubaker blends the two opposing worlds together with her ongoing research. Brubaker is an associate professor here at the University of Calgary. She works in the School of Creative and Performing Arts
Theatre Calgary’s The Tale of The Gifted Prince: rebellion and relatability
Theatre Calgary is one of the first and best known professional theatre companies in Calgary and is located at the heart of Downtown Calgary. Starting Feb. 14, they hosted the world premiere musical titled The Tale of the Gifted Prince. Kelly Wong, a Calgary-born actor playing the military general
Struggle vs. success: The wild ride of Marty Supreme
Marty Supreme is a film filled with underlying passion for sport, shedding light on the desire to pursue one’s dreams without the money to support yourself. It is a melting pot with many branching storylines and subplots that blend together to accurately reflect the raw human experience of struggle.