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Free Event | Announcing the Evolution of the Arts in a Digital World Symposium!
Date: Nov 19, 2020
Free symposium that takes a no-nonsense approach to digital technology and will engage our speakers & attendees in a conversation our digital world.
Deadline: Jan 27, 2021 - 10:00 am
Indigenous Leadership | Leading Teams: Governance for Indigenous Councils and Boards - Online
Date: Nov 19, 2020
This will explore the structure & management of a governing body for maximum efficiency with a focus on building foundations Indigenous governance.
Deadline: Jan 26, 2021 - 11:45 pm
Call for submissions: Community COVID Collage
Date: Nov 17, 2020
You are invited to create a small artwork that expresses a moment of your COVID experience... All expressions are welcome, (words, images, etc).
Survey Results | The New Experience Economy - Wave 3
Date: Nov 13, 2020
Third wave of results of a long-term study to gauge Alberta audiences' attitudes towards returning to live arts and culture venues and events.
Work of the Week | "The Accident" by Rita McKeough
Date: Nov 13, 2020
This week’s Work of the Week is "The Accident" by Rita McKeough.
Top 40 Under 40 | Edmonton and Calgary
Date: Nov 10, 2020
Meet the moves and shakers who are leaving their mark on their city!
West Anthem Music Ecosystem Study
Date: Nov 10, 2020
Study of Edmonton and Calgary recommends changes to make Alberta an internationally recognized music hub.
Work of the Week: "Perception 3" by Robert Dmytruk
Date: Nov 6, 2020
This week’s Work of the Week is "Perception 3" by Robert Dmytruk.
Virtual Open House at the National Theatre School of Canada
Date: Nov 5, 2020
Virtual Open House throughout the month of November 2020. Multiple live Q&A with the Program Directors and Open Classes are available for free.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2021 - 11:45 pm
Work of the Week: "Revenant Portrait No. 5 Locked Doors" by Karrie Arthurs
Date: Oct 30, 2020
This week’s Work of the Week is Revenant Portrait No. 5 Locked Doors by Calgary artist Karrie Arthurs.