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Arts prize finalists headed to screen

The Edmonton Arts Council has shared the finalists for the Edmonton Arts Prizes, including three films showing at the Garneau Theatre as part of NorthwestFilmFest this month.

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City seeks Indigenous artist for legacy project

An Indigenous artist from Treaty 6 territory will be tasked with creating a piece to represent Edmonton and nation-wide municipal collaboration.

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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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