By Troy Hasselman, February 8 2019—
University of Calgary graduate Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser will conduct Soul Legends: From Isaac Hayes to Marvin Gaye in his debut with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance covers genres ranging from soul to funk to … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, February 8 2019—
Good news for fans of local beer, technology and/or puns.
Bock Chain, a new beer made in collaboration between producers in Calgary and the surrounding area, is available as part of a limited run … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, February 6 2019—
Walled Off: The Politics of Containment, an exhibition showcasing photographs about containment, detention and human rights, opened on Feb. 1 at the Founders’ Gallery at The Military Museums as part of the Exposure Photography … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, February 1 2019—
We Gon Be Alright, a cabaret-style production focusing on the experiences of black women and queer black individuals living under adverse circumstances hits the stage this month as part of Arts Commons’ celebration of … Read the rest
By Thomas Johnson, February 1 2019 —
Until James Blake’s self-titled debut album, it would have been easy to assume his definitive work would remain the triumvirate of EPs that ushered him into the 2010s. The 11 songs divided between … Read the rest
By Kristy Koehler, February 1 2019—
In the final act of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, during the epic battle scene between Laertes and the titular Danish prince, Laertes cries out, “Ouch, my nards!” Sound like the Shakespeare you read in high school? … Read the rest
By Thomas Johnson, January 28 2018 —
The greatest trick the Devil ever played was convincing a naive world that some backpack-wearing punks on Vine or a video game originated their favourite viral dance craze. In reality, those dances probably came … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, January 27 2019 —
The National Music Centre (NMC) is gearing up for a busy 2019 season. Numerous events, performances and workshops are scheduled that highlight the creativity and diversity present in the music scene both locally and … Read the rest
By Thomas Johnson, January 25 2018 —
Folk-singer Joan Baez once said, “Action is the antidote to despair.”
In 1990, someone had that quote printed in the now defunct Three Lines Free section of the Gauntlet. James Fell, then an … Read the rest
By Gurman Sahota, January 24 2018 —
High Performance Rodeo (HPR), a Calgary festival staple, returned in January for its 33rd year with another round of tremendous music, dance and performance. Featuring work from Calgary artists, some of the best … Read the rest
