Theatre
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A spirited conversation
It’s a Winnipeg tradition that on the first Friday of the month, art enthusiasts of all stripes gather in the historic Exchange District to pop into warehouse studios, drink merlot from plastic chalices and converse about local artworks. Though the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted First Fridays in the Exchange, local art-markers continue to find ways to (virtually) bring the joy of art to the public.
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To be or not to be? That is (still) the question
William Shakespeare might have written plays during the 16th century, but the pillars of his stories prevail in the modern world. Two virtual classes, presented by theatre company Shakespeare in the Ruins (SIR) and McNally Robinson Booksellers, aim to shed light on his enduring influence.
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Arts Briefs
imagineNative Film + Media Arts Festival// Friday night at the Good Will Social Club// Winnipeg Crankie Festival// Winnipeg comedy showcase at the Park Theatre// Cinémental launches 30th edition// Heartbeat of a Nation
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Dancing through change
On Oct. 22, Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers (WCD) Emerging Artist Initiative returns with a new show. Program choreographer Jolene Bailie processes the feelings and experiences of this past year and transforms them through artistic expression into dance.
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Arts briefs
Orange Shirt Days at the Manitoba Museum// Freddy and the Fire Nation at The Good Will// Cowboys and the Characters at cre8ery// Propagandhi at The Park// WCD Emerging Artist Initiative
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Reimagining Nuit Blanche
Nuit Blanche Winnipeg is one of the city’s most anticipated fall events, typically spanning across the core urban area with multitudes of art installations running late into the night.
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Critipeg: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Currently playing in the theatres.
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Arts briefs
Tailing Pools at Plug-In ICA // Sanctuaries virtual exhibition at Gallery 1C03 // Wong Kar Wai films at Cinematheque // Life's Little Pleasures and Life's Little Pressures at cre8ery // Theatre by the River opens Meet Me at Dawn // People Change dance and music performance
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Curtain call for the RWB comeback
A year after the Royal Winnipeg Ballet (RWB) last set foot on the Centennial Concert Hall stage, dancers will return to the mainstage for the 2021-22 season. In an effort to invite audiences to enjoy in-person entertainment and celebrate the return of traditional performances, the RWB has decided to name the incoming season Reignite the Stage.
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Ghost lights, cameras and acting
Performance art in pandemic times
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Chasing your dreams
Winnipeg theatre artist chosen for esteemed directorial fellowship
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A different view from the mountaintop
RMTC production sheds light on Martin Luther King Jr.
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Invigorating the Bard
Origin stories: Shakespeare in the Ruins
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What would Julie do?
PROFile: Donna Fletcher, instructor, theatre and film department, U of W
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‘Clever, accessible and empathetic’
Origin Stories: Abby Falvo
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To be in person, or not to be in person
That is the question the U of W theatre department has to address
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A thousand new faces to see
Edmonton cultural festival partners with FringeLiveStream
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Theatre must live on
PTE kicks off new season with free viewing
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Truly making magic
Origin Stories: Tracey Nepinak
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(P)artners in performance art and feminist leadership
Performance artists Lorri Millan and Shawna Dempsey have been making art together for more than 30 years.