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Whispers from the Black Gods

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Whispers of the Black Gods: A fierce tribute to Afro-Cuban spirit. Poetry, film, puppetry awaken ancestral voices to reclaim identity and memory.

DEADLINE: August 23, 2025 - 11:30 pm

Beyond the Postcard: Cuba’s Untold Stories

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Behind every postcard lies Cuba’s untold fight and fierce resilience. Experience this powerful live show of film, poetry, and puppetry—demanding your attention!

DEADLINE: September 28, 2025 - 5:59 am

Call for Submissions for 2026 gallery year at the Pincher Creek Allied Arts Council

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The Allied Arts Council of Pincher Creek has extended our submission deadline for the 2026 gallery year.

DEADLINE: September 1, 2025 - 5:59 am

AFA's Strategic Plan is available in French and English

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On this last day of the annual Mois de la francophonie albertaine, the AFA is pleased to share its three-year Strategic Plan en français.

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 6

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6th and final wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 1

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First set of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.

Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 3

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Third wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.

Alberta Artist Profile | Frederick Kroetsch

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Take part in art by getting to know local artists. Frederick Kroetsch is an award-winning documentary filmmaker working in Alberta.

Vivek Shraya’s How to Fail as a Popstar heads to CBC

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The theatrical one-person show, created by Albertan artist Vivek Shraya, will feature as an original series on CBC’s free streaming service, Gem.

AFA Commemorative Project "All the World’s a Stage"

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A short documentary film on renowned Calgary theatre artists will play in Edmonton and Calgary. It has been nominated for three AMPIA awards.