February 18, 2020 Calgary Poet Laureate Nominate an outstanding Calgary poet by March 20, 2020 for this two-year term. January 28, 2020 Tickets Now On Sale Join Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Calgary’s arts leaders at the 2020 Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions. January 7, 2020 Original Peoples Investment Program Applications are now open for March 9, 2020 deadline. January 2, 2020 The Hottest 12 Weeks of Winter An antidote for the dark days of winter, get out and about this season with yycwhatson.ca. August 7, 2019 SpaceFinder Alberta Free to list and free to search, SpaceFinder links groups with space to rent with those who need it! June 24, 2019 Arts in Action Arts in Action YYC captures stories and data about how arts build a city. Read and share at artsaction.ca. What's On in Calgary Stay up to date with arts and culture events throughout the year Music February 25, 2020 Organized Crime Duo Join the Calgary Centre of the Royal Canadian College of Organists for an organ concert that might strike you as a bit strange. Celebrate Mardi Gras at this thoroughly quirky and dazzling comedy-infused musical show. Music February 23, 2020 Beauty of the Word A concert featuring works inspired by the world of literature, join Kensington Sinfonia to explore instrumental music’s connection to words and text. Don’t miss your chance to hear these spectacular pieces in a relaxed and intimate environment. Music February 23, 2020 The Tudors Found in every aspect of court life and an integral part of religious worship, musicians were frequently patronized during the Tudor period. Hear Luminous Voices perform works by these English Renaissance masters and enter to win. Dance February 22, 2020 Unganisha Exploring the African origin of popular dance genres, this dance theatre production is a not-to-be-missed highlight for Black History Month. Unganisha brings together popular dance genres with roots on the diverse continent of Africa. Theatre February 21, 2020 - February 29, 2020 The Burning Pestle The second in local playwright Dan Gibbins’ Dying on Stage series, this meta show from Scorpio Theatre sees a playwright and his actors conflicted over a donor’s change to the script. It’s a witty look at the play-within-a-play trope. Festival February 20, 2020 - February 22, 2020 Block Heater Cure your winter cabin fever and wander from stage to stage, Calgary Folk Music Festival’s fifth annual Block Heater takes over the heart of Calgary’s Inglewood and East Village with an expanded, not-to-be-missed anniversary edition. Free February 19, 2020 - February 25, 2020 Free This Week With the last full week of February ahead of us, this is a great time to get out of your comfort zone and experience something new. From an open rehearsal with Luminous Voices to events honouring Black History Month, there’s so many to hit up. Promotion February 18, 2020 - February 23, 2020 Dear Evan Hansen A letter that was never meant to be seen and a life he never dreamed he could have, Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted, the chance to fit in. Enter the digital lottery for a chance to purchase $25 tickets. Music February 16, 2020 Sea Songs & Shanties Exploring the music of the sea with capstand shanties, halyard shanties, laments, forecastle songs, and short haul shanties, La Nef shares the rich songs and music that accompany a sailor’s work and play. It’s going to be a fantastic show. Research Useful information about Calgary Arts Development and the sector March 12, 2019 Calgary Engagement Survey How a community connects with the arts can be a clear indicator of vibrancy. Overall, 93% of Calgarians are connected to the arts and culture sector in one way or another. January 3, 2019 Arts Professionals Survey In the fall of 2017, Calgary Arts Development conducted an Arts Professionals Survey to better understand the arts ecosystem and all of its complexities. New Report Calgary Economic Development July 22, 2019 Economic and Strategic Impact of Calgary’s Creative Industries A 2019 report by the Conference Board of Canada confirms Calgary’s creative industries contribute substantial economic and social impacts to the city and the province. Announcements February 11, 2020 Office Closure The Calgary Arts Development office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020 for Family Day. We hope you have a fun and relaxing long weekend. Our office reopens on February 18. January 28, 2020 Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions Join Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Calgary’s arts leaders and celebrate outstanding achievement in the arts. Tickets are now on sale for the 2020 lunch. January 21, 2020 Call for Creative Writers We invite you to be part of a working session with Energy Futures Lab as a story writer. The story helps EFL plan for the future of its work in the context of possible 2040 futures for Canada’s energy system. January 10, 2020 Community Circle and Information Session Calgary Arts Development is hosting a Community Circle and Information Session on February 8, 2020 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. RSVP before January 31. January 2, 2020 Don’t Miss The Hottest 12 Weeks of Winter Get your heart pumping, your blood rushing, and ignite your imagination at one of the hundreds of events, performances, and exhibitions. December 5, 2019 Holiday Office Closure The Calgary Arts Development office will be closed from December 23, 2019 to January 2, 2020. We wish you all the joys of the season and look forward to working with you again in the new year! Living a Creative Life Fuelling a vital, prosperous and connected city Photo of the Month February 18, 2020 #yycLCL January 2020 What do cedar waxwings, a golden eagle, osprey, and raven all have in common? They’re flying high in Metrographics’ studios. The Storytelling Project February 10, 2020 What a World Without Colours What makes the world colourful? Lanre Ajayi, host of My City Speaks To Me, recently shared his work as part of a solo art exhibition in downtown Calgary. The Storytelling Project February 3, 2020 Toyin Oladele Filling an important gap for new Canadians like herself, Toyin Oladele stepped up and created the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation. The Storytelling Project January 28, 2020 +15 Skywalk System Love it or hate it, the +15 is one of downtown Calgary’s most unique pieces of infrastructure. Tune into My City Speaks To Me to learn more. The Storytelling Project January 22, 2020 Brad Simm For Brad Simm, the secret ingredient to living a creative life might come down to something he describes as “dirty sound.” Photo of the Month January 13, 2020 #yycLCL December 2019 Helen Hajnoczky shared this awesome photo of her practicing on a little Dorothy loom. Read on to learn about her weaving journey and family connections. The Storytelling Project January 13, 2020 Marichu Antonio As the Executive Director of Action Dignity, Marichu Antonio is passionate about building community and she even uses the arts to do so. The Storytelling Project January 7, 2020 Alberta Culture Days Lanre Ajayi swung by cSPACE King Edward during this year’s Alberta Culture Days. Tune in to meet the groups and artists that make it home. Creative Connected Calgary December 16, 2019 Northern Reflections Window Exhibition Be sure to join Buds Collective this month for the perfect way to celebrate the winter season. The Storytelling Project December 16, 2019 Remembrance Day Visiting the ceremony at Calgary’s Memorial Park, My City Speaks To Me took a moment to reflect on the day’s meaning and capture some of the traditions. The Storytelling Project December 9, 2019 Beakerhead An exhibition of awe-inspiring artworks, and contemporary curiosities, join Lanre Ajayi for a look at Beakerhead’s Spectacle. Photo of the Month December 6, 2019 #yycLCL November 2019 A co-production with The Shakespeare Company and the School of Creative and Performing Arts, Hit & Myth shared this awesome behind-the-scenes shot. The Storytelling Project December 2, 2019 Harpreet Dayal An artist, learner, and believer in the power of art to build connection, cultivate love, and heal, Harpreet Dayal is the founder of the Love Notes Project. The Storytelling Project November 25, 2019 Calgary Clown Festival Calgary needs more excuses to have a good giggle, so Lanre Ajayi swung by the brand-new Calgary Clown Festival to learn, laugh, and explore. The Storytelling Project November 18, 2019 GlobalFest Showcasing Calgary’s cultural diversity and artistic excellence, Lanre Ajayi swung by Alberta’s most explosive festival to get a taste of the celebration. Tom Marten's It's Nobody | Image: Courtesy of Indefinite Arts Centre #yyclcl View on Instagram Link to display lightbox Instagram post 17909268421408169 Acrylic painting of a 🐮Longhorn bull, did you know that this longhorn symbolizes security, abundance, determination, and peacefulness. 🐂 If you connect with this painting It could be yours. 20 x 16 inch Acrylic & Ink ... 10 1 View on Instagram Link to display lightbox Instagram post 17842288253020792 Do you, someone you know want a custom painted hoodie!? Contact me !! ❤️ 🎨 ... 24 1 View on Instagram Link to display lightbox Instagram post 17878436308534443 Posted withregram • downstageyyc HOCKEY THOUGHTS from Men Express Their Feelings Producer, Danielle Whyte! In elementary school I was the only girl in my class who played intramurals and I was a floor hockey assassin, but I've never held any affinity for sports that you need a jacket to watch. Danielle is an independent filmmaker and arts manager. She’s passionate about creating space for emerging artists to develop their practice, stories that challenge social systems through a female lens, and puppies. Danielle is the co-founder of Belle of the Brawl Entertainment and the Managing Director of Downstage. #worldpremiere #hockeyculture #malebonding #gameon #treaty7 #yyctheatre #yycart #yyclcl #newwork #play #metf2020 ... 11 0 View on Instagram Link to display lightbox Instagram post 17863182973677918 HOCKEY THOUGHTS from Men Express Their Feelings Producer, Danielle Whyte! 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February 18, 2020 Calgary Poet Laureate Nominate an outstanding Calgary poet by March 20, 2020 for this two-year term.
January 28, 2020 Tickets Now On Sale Join Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Calgary’s arts leaders at the 2020 Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions.
January 7, 2020 Original Peoples Investment Program Applications are now open for March 9, 2020 deadline.
January 2, 2020 The Hottest 12 Weeks of Winter An antidote for the dark days of winter, get out and about this season with yycwhatson.ca.
August 7, 2019 SpaceFinder Alberta Free to list and free to search, SpaceFinder links groups with space to rent with those who need it!
June 24, 2019 Arts in Action Arts in Action YYC captures stories and data about how arts build a city. Read and share at artsaction.ca.
Music February 25, 2020 Organized Crime Duo Join the Calgary Centre of the Royal Canadian College of Organists for an organ concert that might strike you as a bit strange. Celebrate Mardi Gras at this thoroughly quirky and dazzling comedy-infused musical show.
Music February 23, 2020 Beauty of the Word A concert featuring works inspired by the world of literature, join Kensington Sinfonia to explore instrumental music’s connection to words and text. Don’t miss your chance to hear these spectacular pieces in a relaxed and intimate environment.
Music February 23, 2020 The Tudors Found in every aspect of court life and an integral part of religious worship, musicians were frequently patronized during the Tudor period. Hear Luminous Voices perform works by these English Renaissance masters and enter to win.
Dance February 22, 2020 Unganisha Exploring the African origin of popular dance genres, this dance theatre production is a not-to-be-missed highlight for Black History Month. Unganisha brings together popular dance genres with roots on the diverse continent of Africa.
Theatre February 21, 2020 - February 29, 2020 The Burning Pestle The second in local playwright Dan Gibbins’ Dying on Stage series, this meta show from Scorpio Theatre sees a playwright and his actors conflicted over a donor’s change to the script. It’s a witty look at the play-within-a-play trope.
Festival February 20, 2020 - February 22, 2020 Block Heater Cure your winter cabin fever and wander from stage to stage, Calgary Folk Music Festival’s fifth annual Block Heater takes over the heart of Calgary’s Inglewood and East Village with an expanded, not-to-be-missed anniversary edition.
Free February 19, 2020 - February 25, 2020 Free This Week With the last full week of February ahead of us, this is a great time to get out of your comfort zone and experience something new. From an open rehearsal with Luminous Voices to events honouring Black History Month, there’s so many to hit up.
Promotion February 18, 2020 - February 23, 2020 Dear Evan Hansen A letter that was never meant to be seen and a life he never dreamed he could have, Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted, the chance to fit in. Enter the digital lottery for a chance to purchase $25 tickets.
Music February 16, 2020 Sea Songs & Shanties Exploring the music of the sea with capstand shanties, halyard shanties, laments, forecastle songs, and short haul shanties, La Nef shares the rich songs and music that accompany a sailor’s work and play. It’s going to be a fantastic show.
March 12, 2019 Calgary Engagement Survey How a community connects with the arts can be a clear indicator of vibrancy. Overall, 93% of Calgarians are connected to the arts and culture sector in one way or another.
January 3, 2019 Arts Professionals Survey In the fall of 2017, Calgary Arts Development conducted an Arts Professionals Survey to better understand the arts ecosystem and all of its complexities.
July 22, 2019 Economic and Strategic Impact of Calgary’s Creative Industries A 2019 report by the Conference Board of Canada confirms Calgary’s creative industries contribute substantial economic and social impacts to the city and the province.
February 11, 2020 Office Closure The Calgary Arts Development office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020 for Family Day. We hope you have a fun and relaxing long weekend. Our office reopens on February 18.
January 28, 2020 Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions Join Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Calgary’s arts leaders and celebrate outstanding achievement in the arts. Tickets are now on sale for the 2020 lunch.
January 21, 2020 Call for Creative Writers We invite you to be part of a working session with Energy Futures Lab as a story writer. The story helps EFL plan for the future of its work in the context of possible 2040 futures for Canada’s energy system.
January 10, 2020 Community Circle and Information Session Calgary Arts Development is hosting a Community Circle and Information Session on February 8, 2020 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. RSVP before January 31.
January 2, 2020 Don’t Miss The Hottest 12 Weeks of Winter Get your heart pumping, your blood rushing, and ignite your imagination at one of the hundreds of events, performances, and exhibitions.
December 5, 2019 Holiday Office Closure The Calgary Arts Development office will be closed from December 23, 2019 to January 2, 2020. We wish you all the joys of the season and look forward to working with you again in the new year!
Photo of the Month February 18, 2020 #yycLCL January 2020 What do cedar waxwings, a golden eagle, osprey, and raven all have in common? They’re flying high in Metrographics’ studios.
The Storytelling Project February 10, 2020 What a World Without Colours What makes the world colourful? Lanre Ajayi, host of My City Speaks To Me, recently shared his work as part of a solo art exhibition in downtown Calgary.
The Storytelling Project February 3, 2020 Toyin Oladele Filling an important gap for new Canadians like herself, Toyin Oladele stepped up and created the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation.
The Storytelling Project January 28, 2020 +15 Skywalk System Love it or hate it, the +15 is one of downtown Calgary’s most unique pieces of infrastructure. Tune into My City Speaks To Me to learn more.
The Storytelling Project January 22, 2020 Brad Simm For Brad Simm, the secret ingredient to living a creative life might come down to something he describes as “dirty sound.”
Photo of the Month January 13, 2020 #yycLCL December 2019 Helen Hajnoczky shared this awesome photo of her practicing on a little Dorothy loom. Read on to learn about her weaving journey and family connections.
The Storytelling Project January 13, 2020 Marichu Antonio As the Executive Director of Action Dignity, Marichu Antonio is passionate about building community and she even uses the arts to do so.
The Storytelling Project January 7, 2020 Alberta Culture Days Lanre Ajayi swung by cSPACE King Edward during this year’s Alberta Culture Days. Tune in to meet the groups and artists that make it home.
Creative Connected Calgary December 16, 2019 Northern Reflections Window Exhibition Be sure to join Buds Collective this month for the perfect way to celebrate the winter season.
The Storytelling Project December 16, 2019 Remembrance Day Visiting the ceremony at Calgary’s Memorial Park, My City Speaks To Me took a moment to reflect on the day’s meaning and capture some of the traditions.
The Storytelling Project December 9, 2019 Beakerhead An exhibition of awe-inspiring artworks, and contemporary curiosities, join Lanre Ajayi for a look at Beakerhead’s Spectacle.
Photo of the Month December 6, 2019 #yycLCL November 2019 A co-production with The Shakespeare Company and the School of Creative and Performing Arts, Hit & Myth shared this awesome behind-the-scenes shot.
The Storytelling Project December 2, 2019 Harpreet Dayal An artist, learner, and believer in the power of art to build connection, cultivate love, and heal, Harpreet Dayal is the founder of the Love Notes Project.
The Storytelling Project November 25, 2019 Calgary Clown Festival Calgary needs more excuses to have a good giggle, so Lanre Ajayi swung by the brand-new Calgary Clown Festival to learn, laugh, and explore.
The Storytelling Project November 18, 2019 GlobalFest Showcasing Calgary’s cultural diversity and artistic excellence, Lanre Ajayi swung by Alberta’s most explosive festival to get a taste of the celebration.
