The magicial tale of Scheherazade, and the collection of her stories from One Thousand and One Nights, captures the exotic and mysterious aura of the Middle East and South Asia. The story goes that the Sultan Shakriar, fearfully distrustful of the inconstancy of women, had sworn to execute every single one of his wives after the first…
One of the most beloved composers and masters in Russia is Peter Tchaikovsky, or Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. He has composed beautiful masterpieces in many areas during the Romantic era, including ballet, symphonies, operas and chamber music. He has also written some of most familiar and popular concert music, among them the ballets Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, and…
“Imagine waking up every morning believing that your actions can make a significant change in the world.” I had the privilege of attending a keynote presentation made by the remarkable Craig Kielburger, an award-winning child rights activist. He inspired the University of Calgary students, staff, faculty and the community on how to take action and…
My Side of the Story A short story by Lisa Bui “What a miserable autumn morning”. I huddled against my rag blanket to keep myself warm from the cold, howling winds. I was waving a small, cracked bucket in front of me, in hopes of a caring passerby to throw me a meager coin. Crowds…
Do you know what HUMAN RIGHTS ARE? Do you know what HUMAN RIGHTS YOU HAVE? Did you know that these HUMAN RIGHTS are NOT GUARANTEED for EVERYONE? It’s all about Voices for Rights at this year’s Global Youth Summit! Global Youth Summit is a youth driven initiative that combines great entertainment, interactive workshops, and an engaging keynote speaker – all to get youth inspired to…
Where acrobatics, bodies, skills, strength and lights diffuse into a overlapping and continuous whole, C!rca comes from Brisbane, Australia, a celebration of the limitless possibilities of the human imagination fused with the innovative expression of the human body pushed to the extreme. A vigorous and challenging art form, these performers captivate audiences through a stunning, delightful, and…
A magnificent jewel that can be found in the heart of the vibrant community of Calgary is Calgary Opera, a company that enriches the lives of many Calgarians through their amazing productions of timeless classics and modern performances. Calgary Opera is committed to showcasing and developing great Canadian talent and new opera works. The evening’s…
Joshua Jay doesn’t do magic tricks; he does magic effects. The mystifying magic Joshua Jay does is simplistic, modern and amazing. Right in front of an interactive crowd, Joshua Jay literally has created his own brand of “magic” that transforms spectators to be participants, for it be fun and engaging, and most of all, he…
I hear dead people… YOU can too. Brilliant composers may be dead but you can still hear their music-LIVE. Cpossbilites is great program, with FREE membership, for people aged 15 to 29, that offers tickets for $12 to go out and see fabulous performances by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, live. These concerts are definitely wondrous…
Epic chases on assembly or in the middle of canyons, either with the infamous Bugs Bunny or some other general character from Looney Tunes, and the music that fuels the feel of animation? They are those of Raymond Scott’s compositions. Raymond was an ingenious composer, musician and a primitive engineer, and was also a creative,…
Inn from the Cold is a great place that provides shelter from the cold, offering a haven for the vulnerable homeless population in Calgary. The shelter features a large kitchen, an expansive family room, a playroom and semi-private rooms for guests and laundry facilities. At Inn from the Cold, they offer safe habitation to seniors…
The Glenbow Museum is simply one of the best places to visit in Calgary, and I’m not saying this just because I’m currently pursuing a History degree or because I am an amateur artist, but because there is always something amazing for everyone in one of the many exhibits at the Glenbow Museum. The Glenbow…
You are what you read. Stuff yourself with poetry, short stories, comic strips, novels, and scripts, and you leave yourself always full of wonderful literature and you’re never hungry. That is why I am trying to ingrain the habit of reading good literature right before I go to bed, and I had the great pleasure…
Music can uplift souls, and in this case, raise money to go towards The Mustard Seed. A good friend of mine had invited me to see this wonderful benefits concert at the Jack Singer Hall at the Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts. “Music for a Winter Evening,” in its 10th annual Christmas fundraising concert,…
Christmas is a merry time of good tidings and joy, and is also deemed “to be the most happiest time of the year!” It’s also that time to consider and reflect upon the year. There are so many great volunteer opportunities available in Calgary dedicated to spreading the cheer and Christmas spirit to those in need of…