Exciting things are happening in the Engineered Air Theatre. Tucked away in the basement of Arts Commons, you’d never know about the sparks of artistic collaboration with the TD Amplify series, or, most recently, The Mix.
All in Elevating Your Experience
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.
Defining the Future of Jazz
When a musician has five much-lauded albums out before they're 16, you know they've got something special to offer.
Jazz for Everyone: The Joy of The Queen's Cartoonists
When The Queen's Cartoonists first came together, they had a single question: is it possible, in the 21st century, to create jazz and classical music that appeals to everyone - no exceptions?
Queen and Pioneer, A Ranchera Great Comes to Calgary
The name Aida Cuevas may be new to some, but it is a household staple to many. With 39 albums under her belt and both Grammy and Latin Grammy awards to boot, "the Queen of Ranchera music" has worn her title with pride since her first performance at only 11 years old.
What's That Thing? The Sound Board!
You may have noticed that everything from Mozart to Metallica sounds great in the Jack Singer Concert Hall. But getting the music to sound pitch perfect requires extra tools and extra skill to make the room sing. Meet the team behind the sound at Arts Commons and learn why our mixing boards are so essential to a good show!
Judith Hill Kicks Off 25th Anniversary of PCL Blues
There are many things Judith Hill is known for — she was a Prince collaborator and duetted with Michael Jackson; she gained international acclaim on season four of The Voice; she was featured in the GRAMMY Award-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom. But in actuality, the most noteworthy thing about Judith Hill is that she makes good music.
What's That Thing? The HVAC System!
When you take in a show at Arts Commons, you can breathe easy knowing that you are in one of Calgary’s best buildings for air quality. The Arts Commons HVAC system is about more than air flow, it ensures that the air in its buildings is clean and controlled for comfort. So how does it all work? Learn all about it here!