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A Midsummer Night's Dream: The '70s Musical at The Citadel Theatre

A Midsummer Night’s Dream: The ‘70s Musical at The Citadel Theatre
Adapted by Daryl Cloran and Kayvon Khoshkam
Directed by Daryl Cloran

In an enchanted forest, mischievous fairies and four lovers collide amidst mistaken identities and tangled romances. Transporting A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM into the colorful 1970s world of soul music and rock ballads, blending Shakespeare with the era’s magic of love, freedom, and self-expression. With a soundtrack of iconic '70s music, this vibrant adaptation explores love and transformation in a time of exploration and groovy vibes.

Rhythms of the Earth: A Celebration of Black History Month Gallery

Gallery Exhibition Date: February 4 - March 1, 2025
Closing Reception: February 27 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The Carrot

Rhythms of the Earth: A Celebration of Black History Month

This February, Deep Freeze is proud to present the Rhythms of the Earth Visual Art Gallery, showcasing the talent and stories of two remarkable artists: Gabrielle Songolo and Khiry Tafari.

Celebrating Black History Month

February is Black History Month. A month of remembrance, recognition, celebration and honouring of black Canadians. One of the many ways to take part in Black History Month is through the arts. 

Take the time to engage with the work of black creatives who, in their own mediums, create platforms for us to reflect on the history, accomplishments and contributions of black people in Canada. 

Caribbean Expressions: A Day of Music and Culture

AFA is proud to feature our Community Connector, Danielle George, and her upcoming networking event Caribbean Expressions: A Day of Music and Culturein Edmonton at CKUA on February 8 (at 4 p.m.).

Learn more about the AFA Community Connectors.

Celebrating Black History Month 

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Celebrate Black History Month in Alberta by engaging with the arts and events within your community.

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Bird Sanctuary Concert

Da Camera Singers upcoming concert features Edmonton singer/songwriter sensation Mallory Chipman, who will join us to share her research and her beautiful music about Alberta’s endangered and at-risk birds. Mallory’s 2023 album, As though I had wings is a solo EP reflecting her love of nature, and specifically, bird calls. As described on her website: 

Museum Skills Workshops: Moccasin Preservation

Date: February 27, 2025 | 5:30 pm
Location: Royal Alberta Museum
Tickets: $21 (includes RAM admission and all materials) This workshop is free for Indigenous Peoples.


Do you have a pair of moccasins you no longer wear but keep for sentimental reasons? Preserving them with proper storage will allow you to carry the memory of not only the places they have been, but of the people who wore them. 

Furiouser & Spuriouser with Pro Coro #connect

Get ready to venture beyond the ordinary as Pro Coro Canada and our emerging artists in #connect take you on a journey down the rabbit hole with a performance of cutting-edge choral music. This daring and innovative concert invites you to experience new sounds, stories, and perspectives as we celebrate the end of another remarkable choral season.

The program will feature Furiouser and Spuriouser, a thought-provoking work by Canadian composer Jason Noble. This composition tackles the pressing issues of our digital age, delving into the dangers and complexities of social media with a bold and evocative musical narrative. The choir will also perform The Stolen Child by Eric Whitacre, with its imaginative and hauntingly beautiful soundscape.

This concert is an invitation to step outside the box and embrace the unexpected. With its mix of contemporary compositions and emerging talent, the evening promises to be a vibrant and unforgettable exploration of modern choral music. Come with open ears and an open mind, and join us in celebrating the creativity and innovation that defines Pro Coro Canada’s unique approach to choral performance.

Venue: Westbury Theatre, Fringe Theatre Arts Barns, T6E 2G9 and ProCoroTV

For tickets and info, visit Furiouser & Spuriouser with Pro Coro #connect. 

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Join Pro Coro Canada and #connect for a dive into cutting-edge choral music that takes you down the rabbit hole.
June 7 – Edmonton, ProCoroTV

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flora

The Alberta Society of Artists is pleased to present the solo exhibition “flora” featuring the work of Alberta artist Wenda Salomons. The exhibition runs February 1-28, 2025, at the Calgary Central Library, 800 3 St. SE, Calgary, Alberta. There will be an artist’s talk on Sunday, February 2 at 1 pm. “flora” is a collection of 18-24 digital pinhole photographs that explore and celebrate the abstraction, spirit, and movement of local plants and trees. In addition to the pinhole process, intentional camera movement is employed in the capture of these images.