Arts
Recent stories about arts
History is worth paying for, say heritage advocates
When the institutions that preserve a place's history lose funding, much is at risk, say the heads of two historical societies whose budgets have been cut.
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Whale Society of Edmonton shows small groups can make waves
The story of a save-the-whales group headquartered in landlocked Edmonton in the 1980s shows that a small group of passionate people can make a difference, says the sister of one of the organization's founding members.
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Expanse Festival explores diverse perspectives with body-based performance
Azimuth Theatre's Expanse Festival kicks off on March 20, with most events taking place at the Fringe Theatre's Arts Barns through March 29.
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Arts District beckons visitors with free access
Arts District Day on March 14 is offering free access to a wide range of art forms at the Art Gallery of Alberta, Winspear Centre, and Citadel Theatre.
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Fringe launches workshop series for veterans and newbies
Fringe Theatre is offering a workshop series to help artists succeed at its own festival.
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Architecture bracket exposes history at risk
This year's edition of the "Arch Madness" showdown for iconic Edmonton buildings will focus on properties at the highest risk of demolition, examining both what the city stands to lose and opportunities for renewal.
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SkirtsAfire makes a map of women's art
The 14th annual SkirtsAfire Festival opens this week with several new works from local artists.
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Housing conversion at Camsell site sells for $60.5M after heritage requirement fulfilled
The developer and architect behind the Inglewood Lofts at the former Charles Camsell Hospital has sold the development for $60.5 million now that an art restoration project is complete.
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Exhibit explores persecution of gay men under Mussolini at MacEwan
An exhibit about the persecution of gay men under Mussolini's fascist regime will be on display at MacEwan University's John L. Haar Library from March 1 to April 5.
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