September 15, 2020 Arts Professionals Survey What’s it like to be an artist, arts professional or arts educator in Calgary? Add your voice by October 9. September 15, 2020 Cultural Vitality Fund Donate to Calgary Arts Foundation’s new fund and help support Calgary’s artists and arts workers. September 15, 2020 Resiliency Fund Open Applications are now open for the second intake of the Resiliency Fund. Submit by October 19, 2020. What's On in Calgary Stay up to date with arts and culture events throughout the year Promotion Ongoing Online Offerings With Calgary working hard to help flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19, the local arts community is making sure we all stay connected to art, artists, and creative ideas. Check out these upcoming online events. Festival September 24, 2020 - October 4, 2020 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films, Calgary International Film Festival features a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies with a unique hybrid model. Theatre September 23, 2020 - October 3, 2020 SensoryBox Explore the electric connection between our senses and the imagination, and join Ghost River Theatre for a surprising experience tailored for these unexpected times. SensoryBox takes blindfolded audiences on a tactile adventure. Festival September 8, 2020 - December 8, 2020 Wordfest 25@25 A virtual extravaganza featuring 13 never-before-done conversations between some of Canada’s most famous and compelling authors, Wordfest knocks it out of the park with its landmark 25th anniversary fall festival. Theatre September 4, 2020 - September 30, 2020 Spring Awakening A season opening that looks and feels very different, StoryBook Theatre isn’t letting COVID-19 stop its upcoming production of Spring Awakening. The show explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with poignancy and passion. Contest July 28, 2020 - August 4, 2020 Win a Copy of Sea Dreams Calgary’s professional chamber choir Luminous Voices is celebrating the release of its newest album, Sea Dreams. Coming from Leaf Music, enter before 12:00pm on August 4, 2020 for a chance to win a copy. Festival July 1, 2020 Canada Day It might feel a bit different but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Canada Day with amazing local talent and incredible events! Canada Day goes online thanks to offers from The City of Calgary, Fort Calgary, and the Calgary Public Library. Theatre June 27, 2020 - July 25, 2020 Romeo & Juliet One of Calgary’s summer traditions, Shakespeare by the Bow moves into the virtual sphere in order to bring audiences this beloved tale. Watch as the young star-crossed lovers meet their fate straight from the comfort of your home. Festival June 22, 2020 - June 28, 2020 Calgary Underground Film Festival Elevating Calgary’s cultural landscape with the best in international independent cinema, the 17th Calgary Underground Film Festival returns with an eclectic lineup you can enjoy from a safe distance. Research Useful information about Calgary Arts Development and the sector September 8, 2020 COVID-19 Impact Survey In May 2020, Calgary Arts Development undertook a survey of arts organizations in Calgary to better understand and plan for the COVID-19 disruption to the arts, culture, and creative industries. 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. Wave 2 Results The New Experience Economy August 24, 2020 Future of Calgary’s Live Experience Economy Stone-Olafson is supporting experience-based organizations with timely research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic. The second wave of results is now available. Announcements September 23, 2020 Anti-Racism Virtual Town Hall Our next anti-racism town hall on October 7, 2020 acts as a wrap-up to the series of conversations we have hosted over the summer and what we are thinking about as we move forward. Register now. September 17, 2020 Anti-Racism Virtual Town Hall With a focus on the distinction of allyship versus accompliceship, and community care, Calgary Arts Development hosted our latest town hall on August 26, 2020. Watch the recording. September 17, 2020 Grant Interface Outage Calgary Arts Development’s online grant interface will be unavailable on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 from 4:00pm MDT to approximately 8:00pm MDT. We apologize for any inconvenience. September 16, 2020 RISE UP Weekend RISE UP Weekend is bringing Calgarians the 2020 summer music festival programming they have been missing. Tickets are now on sale for this live concert event in support of Calgary’s live music community. September 16, 2020 Information About COVID-19 Calgary Arts Development has received a number of inquiries about the COVID-19 outbreak. This page is updated regularly with anything that is pertinent to the local arts sector. September 15, 2020 Complete the 2020 Calgary Arts Professionals Survey What’s it like to be an artist, arts professional or arts educator in Calgary? Add your voice by 11:59pm on October 9, 2020. Living a Creative Life Fuelling a vital, prosperous and connected city Creative Connected Calgary September 25, 2020 Rami Abdulnour From an early age, Rami Abdulnour has been fascinated by art and the creativity that stems from it. He now makes his home in Calgary. Creative Connected Calgary September 24, 2020 Ebony R. Gooden With a unique voice that has intersectionality layers, Ebony R. Gooden is the only Black Deaf artist in Calgary. She is an artist, filmmaker, and activist. Creative Connected Calgary September 23, 2020 Emmanuel Ho Emmanuel Ho is an animator and experimental filmmaker based out of Calgary. His describes himself as a bit of a “discovery” artist. The Storytelling Project September 23, 2020 Alberta Culture Days Marking the month-long celebration with Minister Leela Aheer and MLA RJ Sigurdson, Lanre Ajayi swung by Leighton Art Centre to chat. Creative Connected Calgary September 17, 2020 Kara Bullock Kara Bullock is a movement-based artist of Filipina and German heritage. She is developing a solo work about boy bands this fall. Web Series September 15, 2020 Episode 6 Going for a deep dive in unexpected times, join Adora Nwofor as she explores how Calgarians are expressing themselves creatively in new ways. Creative Connected Calgary September 15, 2020 Dj Stagez Dj Stagez began his eclectic artist career combining spoken word, dancing, and drumming. He works to showcase the remarkable legacy of Black people. Creative Connected Calgary September 10, 2020 Sasha Ivanochko Sasha Ivanochko is a choreographer, pedagogue, and artistic director of Ivanochko in company, an ad hoc company she founded in 2005. Creative Connected Calgary September 8, 2020 Melanee Murray-Hunt Melanee Murray-Hunt is an actor, writer, filmmaker, and producer. Onscreen credits include appearances on Tribal and in the feature film, Jasmine Road. Creative Connected Calgary September 3, 2020 Laura Anzola Working with animation, new media arts, and design, Laura Anzola has always been fascinated with images and has led her to work with visual arts. Creative Connected Calgary September 1, 2020 Esteban Herrera Esteban Herrera is a pianist, composer, jazz player, arranger, and music producer. He has released seven albums as a leader and around 30 as a sideman. Creative Connected Calgary September 1, 2020 Month of the Artist The first province in Canada to dedicate a month to artists, September celebrates the valuable contributions artists make in Alberta. Web Series September 1, 2020 Episode 5 Looking at the positive impacts of living creatively, join Adora Nwofor as she explores a few unexpected ways Calgarians are creating and connecting. The Storytelling Project August 25, 2020 Adora Nwofor Born and raised right here in Calgary, Adora Nwofor is a comedian, a stylist, an activist, an anthropologist, a mom, and web series host. Hear her story. Web Series August 18, 2020 Episode 4 Tune in and take some inspiration from fellow Calgarians who follow their passion, have vision, and drive to live their authentic lives. Tom Marten's It's Nobody | Image: Courtesy of Indefinite Arts Centre #yyclcl View Sep 25 Open 𝔸𝕝𝕠𝕟𝕖 𝕚𝕟 𝕐𝕠𝕦𝕣 ℝ 𝔸𝕝𝕠𝕟𝕖 𝕚𝕟 𝕐𝕠𝕦𝕣 ℝ𝕠𝕠𝕞 𝕆𝕌𝕋 ℕ𝕆𝕎 𝙇𝙚𝙩’𝙨 𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙤 200 𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 👻🌹🌙 ... 10 1 View Sep 25 Open Check out this free workshop this Sunday at 2 PM. Check out this free workshop this Sunday at 2 PM. - It’s a zoom workshop!! - designed for us creative peeps looking for some tips around art cultivating your art practice during uncertain times - check out my stories for more details DM me or Facebook for event information - #yyc #freeworkshop #mindfulart #covidartist #yycart #yyclcl ... 8 0 View Sep 25 Open I’ve been doing all the work in this series in b I’ve been doing all the work in this series in black and white, but I can’t seem to let these greens go. It’s been rainy the last few days here at empireofdirtresidency and the mosses are loving it - we are surrounded by a sea of green and the smell of the forest is heavenly 💚🌲✨ . . . . #alfrescosciencemachine #yycLCL #biophilia #getoutside #outdoorsisbetter #outsideisfree #wearestillwild #keepitwild #letswander #livebravely #wherewillwegonext #justdrive #treehugger #wildlife #friluftsliv #森林 #sciart #canadianart #climateart #artaboutscience #botany #mycology #bryophytes #tidepools #forestvibes #campvibes #homeiswhereyouparkit #teardroptrailer #parkscanada #explorebc ... 86 7 View Sep 25 Open WE NEED YOU MORE THAN EVER! Support Springboard P WE NEED YOU MORE THAN EVER! 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September 15, 2020 Arts Professionals Survey What’s it like to be an artist, arts professional or arts educator in Calgary? Add your voice by October 9.
September 15, 2020 Cultural Vitality Fund Donate to Calgary Arts Foundation’s new fund and help support Calgary’s artists and arts workers.
September 15, 2020 Resiliency Fund Open Applications are now open for the second intake of the Resiliency Fund. Submit by October 19, 2020.
Promotion Ongoing Online Offerings With Calgary working hard to help flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19, the local arts community is making sure we all stay connected to art, artists, and creative ideas. Check out these upcoming online events.
Festival September 24, 2020 - October 4, 2020 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films, Calgary International Film Festival features a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies with a unique hybrid model.
Theatre September 23, 2020 - October 3, 2020 SensoryBox Explore the electric connection between our senses and the imagination, and join Ghost River Theatre for a surprising experience tailored for these unexpected times. SensoryBox takes blindfolded audiences on a tactile adventure.
Festival September 8, 2020 - December 8, 2020 Wordfest 25@25 A virtual extravaganza featuring 13 never-before-done conversations between some of Canada’s most famous and compelling authors, Wordfest knocks it out of the park with its landmark 25th anniversary fall festival.
Theatre September 4, 2020 - September 30, 2020 Spring Awakening A season opening that looks and feels very different, StoryBook Theatre isn’t letting COVID-19 stop its upcoming production of Spring Awakening. The show explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with poignancy and passion.
Contest July 28, 2020 - August 4, 2020 Win a Copy of Sea Dreams Calgary’s professional chamber choir Luminous Voices is celebrating the release of its newest album, Sea Dreams. Coming from Leaf Music, enter before 12:00pm on August 4, 2020 for a chance to win a copy.
Festival July 1, 2020 Canada Day It might feel a bit different but that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Canada Day with amazing local talent and incredible events! Canada Day goes online thanks to offers from The City of Calgary, Fort Calgary, and the Calgary Public Library.
Theatre June 27, 2020 - July 25, 2020 Romeo & Juliet One of Calgary’s summer traditions, Shakespeare by the Bow moves into the virtual sphere in order to bring audiences this beloved tale. Watch as the young star-crossed lovers meet their fate straight from the comfort of your home.
Festival June 22, 2020 - June 28, 2020 Calgary Underground Film Festival Elevating Calgary’s cultural landscape with the best in international independent cinema, the 17th Calgary Underground Film Festival returns with an eclectic lineup you can enjoy from a safe distance.
September 8, 2020 COVID-19 Impact Survey In May 2020, Calgary Arts Development undertook a survey of arts organizations in Calgary to better understand and plan for the COVID-19 disruption to the arts, culture, and creative industries.
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.
August 24, 2020 Future of Calgary’s Live Experience Economy Stone-Olafson is supporting experience-based organizations with timely research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic. The second wave of results is now available.
September 23, 2020 Anti-Racism Virtual Town Hall Our next anti-racism town hall on October 7, 2020 acts as a wrap-up to the series of conversations we have hosted over the summer and what we are thinking about as we move forward. Register now.
September 17, 2020 Anti-Racism Virtual Town Hall With a focus on the distinction of allyship versus accompliceship, and community care, Calgary Arts Development hosted our latest town hall on August 26, 2020. Watch the recording.
September 17, 2020 Grant Interface Outage Calgary Arts Development’s online grant interface will be unavailable on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 from 4:00pm MDT to approximately 8:00pm MDT. We apologize for any inconvenience.
September 16, 2020 RISE UP Weekend RISE UP Weekend is bringing Calgarians the 2020 summer music festival programming they have been missing. Tickets are now on sale for this live concert event in support of Calgary’s live music community.
September 16, 2020 Information About COVID-19 Calgary Arts Development has received a number of inquiries about the COVID-19 outbreak. This page is updated regularly with anything that is pertinent to the local arts sector.
September 15, 2020 Complete the 2020 Calgary Arts Professionals Survey What’s it like to be an artist, arts professional or arts educator in Calgary? Add your voice by 11:59pm on October 9, 2020.
Creative Connected Calgary September 25, 2020 Rami Abdulnour From an early age, Rami Abdulnour has been fascinated by art and the creativity that stems from it. He now makes his home in Calgary.
Creative Connected Calgary September 24, 2020 Ebony R. Gooden With a unique voice that has intersectionality layers, Ebony R. Gooden is the only Black Deaf artist in Calgary. She is an artist, filmmaker, and activist.
Creative Connected Calgary September 23, 2020 Emmanuel Ho Emmanuel Ho is an animator and experimental filmmaker based out of Calgary. His describes himself as a bit of a “discovery” artist.
The Storytelling Project September 23, 2020 Alberta Culture Days Marking the month-long celebration with Minister Leela Aheer and MLA RJ Sigurdson, Lanre Ajayi swung by Leighton Art Centre to chat.
Creative Connected Calgary September 17, 2020 Kara Bullock Kara Bullock is a movement-based artist of Filipina and German heritage. She is developing a solo work about boy bands this fall.
Web Series September 15, 2020 Episode 6 Going for a deep dive in unexpected times, join Adora Nwofor as she explores how Calgarians are expressing themselves creatively in new ways.
Creative Connected Calgary September 15, 2020 Dj Stagez Dj Stagez began his eclectic artist career combining spoken word, dancing, and drumming. He works to showcase the remarkable legacy of Black people.
Creative Connected Calgary September 10, 2020 Sasha Ivanochko Sasha Ivanochko is a choreographer, pedagogue, and artistic director of Ivanochko in company, an ad hoc company she founded in 2005.
Creative Connected Calgary September 8, 2020 Melanee Murray-Hunt Melanee Murray-Hunt is an actor, writer, filmmaker, and producer. Onscreen credits include appearances on Tribal and in the feature film, Jasmine Road.
Creative Connected Calgary September 3, 2020 Laura Anzola Working with animation, new media arts, and design, Laura Anzola has always been fascinated with images and has led her to work with visual arts.
Creative Connected Calgary September 1, 2020 Esteban Herrera Esteban Herrera is a pianist, composer, jazz player, arranger, and music producer. He has released seven albums as a leader and around 30 as a sideman.
Creative Connected Calgary September 1, 2020 Month of the Artist The first province in Canada to dedicate a month to artists, September celebrates the valuable contributions artists make in Alberta.
Web Series September 1, 2020 Episode 5 Looking at the positive impacts of living creatively, join Adora Nwofor as she explores a few unexpected ways Calgarians are creating and connecting.
The Storytelling Project August 25, 2020 Adora Nwofor Born and raised right here in Calgary, Adora Nwofor is a comedian, a stylist, an activist, an anthropologist, a mom, and web series host. Hear her story.
Web Series August 18, 2020 Episode 4 Tune in and take some inspiration from fellow Calgarians who follow their passion, have vision, and drive to live their authentic lives.
