All in Arts Commons Presents
Check Out Where It's All At This February 9 & 10
Chinook Blast is energizing the city this month with more activities than you can possibly attend. Fortunately, we have the guide for you to one weekend at Arts Commons and Olympic Plaza so you can get it all in at once!
Think You're a Cat Person? Meet Sandesh, Who Gets to Love Cats for a Living
Sandesh Kadur is is an award-winning wildlife photojournalist, author & documentary filmmaker with perhaps the cutest, fluffy subjects you can find in the wild – cats. Not just the ones you’re thinking of, either.
Five Things You Didn't Know About Queen's News of the World
Did you know that there's a mathematical reason that you love We Will Rock You and that critics originally wrote Queen off as dinosaurs who would never make it big? We can’t wait for Classic Albums Live to bring Queen: News of the World to the Jack Singer Concert Hall this February, so it’s time for another five fun facts that you might not know about one of the most applauded rock bands of all time.
Bringing A Christmas Carol Together Piece by Piece
Theatre Calgary’s A Christmas Carol marks it’s 36th season of delighting young and old with the classic tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his path to rediscovering the importance of kindness. It has certainly come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1983 at the old QR Centre. Boasting an immersive set made up of four houses weighing 3,000 lbs. each, a cast of 20 actors clothed in over 1,000 costume pieces, supported by 17 crew members, it’s no small theatrical undertaking.
12 Things: Highlights from the 2022-23 Season
It's the time of year when trees start to glow, the mountains turn white, and we take time to reflect on another year at Arts Commons. From captivating performances to inspiring exhibitions, this year has been filled with creativity, community, and connection. Join us as we reflect on 12 highlights that made the 2022-23 season at Arts Commons truly unforgettable.
Why Jann Arden Thinks Christmas is the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Singer, songwriter, author, and beloved Canadian icon, Jann Arden has done it all. Starred in her own television show, taken home multiple JUNO Awards, and even secured a spot on Globe and Mail’s bestseller list. What you might not know about her is that she loves Christmas – a lot.