Arts
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Prophets of Rage - Self-titled
If you’re tired of hearing the repetitive themes that are found within much of new music today and are interested in hearing songs with both a unique sound and point of view, then look no further than the debut album from Prophets of Rage.
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Benefit show makes use of talent for revolution
Social change occurs at the intersection of talent and ability. The upcoming Justice for Errol Benefit Show, a showcase of bands coming together to support prison abolition, exemplifies this.
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Arts Briefs
The art of songwriting // WOKE Comedy returns // Congrats to awards nominees // Flash Photo Fest // SC Mira EP release
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Whose House? Ashley’s House!
After spending most of the last year out of town on tour, bassist Ashley Au is ready for some home time.
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43,001 nights at the movies
The moviegoing experience has been a part of Winnipeg culture since the 19th century. More than just a leisure activity, how and where Winnipeggers see movies can be a barometer for gauging local cultural and economic trends.
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Arts writing is digitalizing, not dying
Print arts coverage is on the decline. Some in the Winnipeg arts scene believe coverage is just moving towards digital platforms.
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A safer space to party
Safer spaces are gaining popularity at festivals and nightlife events. The notion of a safer space varies with the circumstances.
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Critipeg: Stalker
A surreal and sprawling sci-fi meditation, Stalker is set in a dystopian future society whose fabric is forever altered by the appearance of “The Zone,” a mysterious geographic space of seemingly otherworldly origins.
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Faith Healer - Try ;)
Try ;), Edmonton act Faith Healer’s sophomore album, begins in medias res, with the drone of a dial tone.
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Nuit Noire illuminates Black voices
Nuit Blanche: the name says it all. The French term means “sleepless night,” but the social and cultural implications of the words speak for themselves.
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Arts Briefs
Free Yoga at Wecc // Ethics of Security // Zaba album release // WAG partners with Iqaluit International Airport // Queer and Present Danger returns // Amy Goodman in Winnipeg
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Audience investigates a murder at the museum
If you’ve always wanted to take part in a murder investigation, here’s your chance. Fort la Reine Museum in Portage la Prairie will host its annual Murder at the Museum for two weekends in September.
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Slow Spirit show their true nature
Winnipeg-based band Slow Spirit have been darlings of the local indie rock scene for the last few years, and they’re preparing to release their first studio album
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Critipeg: Obit
The word “obituary” can have misleading connotations.
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Arts Briefs
Art City clay on display // More Indigenous art at the WAG // Circle of Life Thunderbird House Fundraiser // Vegan SMACDOWN // JJ Neepin selected for apprenticeship // Wall-to-Wall presents Hotel Room
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Whose House? Carrie’s House!
“I don’t think our exes should be exiled.” This is the core sentiment behind Loverboys, the new solo exhibition by visual artist Carrie Bryson.
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Indigenous history brought to life
A Rocky Cree woman from 17th century Manitoba might give us a glimpse into a forgotten time in history.
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Aiming too high
Graffiti art collective Two Six has reunited for Aiming Too High, their first collaborative exhibition in over a decade.
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Jay Som
Everybody Works is bedroom dream pop in its fullest fine form.
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Local workshops offer opportunities for writers
There are many workshops for the emerging writer to hone their skills – and for the experienced writer to stay sharp.