On Thursday, December 1, I got the wonderful opportunity to go and see Theatre Calgary’s production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. I recommend that you go and see this as soon as possible, it’s really worth it! The next day, I was lucky enough to talk with the star of this amazing production, Stephen…
With 2016 soon coming to wrap I thought it was time to look at some of the most awesome and thrilling movies coming out next year, which there are a lot of This list is comprised of the top 10 movies that I am looking forward to and most excited for that are coming out in…
For as long as I can remember Harry Potter has been in my life. It started with my dad taking time at night to read the books before I could and then myself going on to reading all 7 another 3 times through. I grew up surrounded by the story and saw each movie that…
With Doctor Strange about to hit the theaters and the Guardians of the Galaxy 2 teaser being released I thought it was time to look at the future of the MCU. By this I mean phase 4 of the MCU, as we already know most movies coming out in the remainder of phase 3. While…
If you’ve ever taken an English class, chances are that you’ve had to read Shakespeare. If hearing that brings bad memories, then I’m sorry. I feel like Shakespeare gets a lot of criticism because the language is hard to understand. Or perhaps you are bored to tears and you hate that you have to study it. Maybe…
I was fortunate enough to be able to attend Storybook Theater’s rendition of William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. I walked out of the theater with a single collective emotion: horror. The audience was able to journey with the characters through their spiral into insanity and with the close proximity of the actors to the audience,…
If you immediately assumed this article to be an advertisement, or perhaps just more internet spam, you would not be entirely wrong. I admit this with some degree of shame; generally, I take great lengths to avoid being the person who is constantly popping up on your Facebook page or Twitter feed, the one you see in…
Are you, or do you know a youth who you believe is unique, exceptional, and outstanding? Then you or they might just be qualified to receive a Youth of Distinction Award! {Source} The Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) program is hosted by a steering committee of Youth Central. YODA gives Calgarians the opportunity to recognize…
At first, going to the opera in 2016 felt like going to a Nickelback concert, well, any time after 2005. Presented with the opportunity to get two free tickets to Die Tote Stadt, a German opera currently playing at the Jubilee, my initial pique in interest can be mostly attributed to the sheer randomness of the idea, as…
Last weekend, I was given the opportunity to see the amazing show, Shaping Sound at the Jubilee Auditorium, thanks to Kids Up Front Calgary! A dance performance, choreographed by Emmy Award winning choreographer Travis Wall. The Shaping Sound dance company was originally established in 2012 and is based out of Los Angeles. Travis Wall is not…
On Tuesday, I had the opportunity to attend the first performance of Alberta Theatre Projects’ Legend Has it– and on their “Tweet Night,” no less! As a “drama kid,” whipping out my phone in the middle of the show to post about my experience on Twitter felt a little raunchy, and more than a little unorthodox. But “unorthodox” is…
On Sunday November 22, I had to opportunity to go see “Legend Has It”, a family holiday show from Alberta Theatre projects. This show incorporates fantasy, adventure, magic, and comedy. Every show, the actors pick one member of the audience to join them on their journey, and be the hero. No two shows are alike!…
When I went to see the Annie Davidson opera, (check out my article here: https://youthareawesome.com/annie-davidson-opera-review/ ) I was also given the opportunity to interview Michelle Minke, the Creative Director of the Cowtown Opera. Before I met her, I did a quick Google search, and learned that not only is she the founder and artistic director of…
Last Saturday, I was offered the opportunity to watch the Cowtown Opera production of Annie Davidson – special thanks to Cowtown Opera for the tickets & encouraging youth to attend! After moving to Calgary, Annie successfully led the Calgary Women’s Literary Club and mobilized the community and financial support that would build Calgary’s first library.…
{Source} Forecast: {Source} Looking for ways to ring in the new month? Here are 15 events to add to your weekend festivities: FRIDAY ONLY 1. Smoke’s Poutinerie Eating Tour {Source} What: Smoke’s Poutinerie World Famous Great Canadian Cross-Country Plaid Gravy Train Fries Curd and Gravy Weird Wild and Wacky Poutine Eating Tour 2015 stops in Calgary on July 31. Stop…