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Eye on the Esplanade: Home and away — from local to national at the Esplanade Art Gallery
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2018
As I look back at the year’s art exhibitions at the Esplanade, I marvel at the diversity and high level of accomplishment that “local” artists have displayed in their presentations here. I always wish there was more time in the gallery’s calendar, since I know there are many artists in Medicine Hat eagerly awaiting their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radio Ramblings: Gift ideas for music lover on your Christmas list
By Medicine Hat News on November 22nd, 2018
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is less than five weeks away. I don’t know about you, but I’ve noticed quite the influx of shoppers hitting the mall and big box stores over the last couple of days. This week in particular has been extremely busy because of the anticipation of tomorrow’s huge shopping event, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Villain’s role suits Carlsson in ‘A Christmas Carol’
By Chris Brown on November 22nd, 2018
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com @MHNBrown Haters gonna hate, and Tony Carlsson wouldn’t have it any other way. He’s played villainous characters before — Abanaza in 2016’s “Aladdin” pantomime and the Sheriff of Nottingham in “Robin Hood” last year. “Part of the fun of (playing a villain) is having the crowd slather boos all over you and throw insults,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark Nov. 22-28
By Medicine Hat News on November 22nd, 2018
THURSDAY – Live jam, Cecil Hotel, 9 p.m. – Ride the Mechanical Bull, Ralph’s Texas Bar and Steakhouse, 9 p.m. – Top 40 DJ music with Ryan Stewart, Temptation Night Club, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. – DJ jam nights, Corona, 9 p.m. – Karaoke, Mainliner Pub FRIDAY – DJ music, Corona, Night Magic – Live music, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Louisiana Hayride does Christmas at MHC Eresman Theatre this week
By Medicine Hat News on November 20th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Tributes to Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Shania Twain and more will help get Hatters in the Christmas spirit. A Louisiana Hayride Christmas is at the Medicine Hat College Eresman Theatre Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. The artists will perform hits by the stars as well as sing Christmas favourites. The show ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New Robert Larrabee album out Nov. 23
By Medicine Hat News on November 17th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Robert Larrabee has reached a high water mark. The Medicine Hat singer-songwriter is releasing his new album “High Water” next week. The event will take place at Cafe Verve on Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. The album is a tribute to classic country, pop, rock n’ roll and gospel, Larrabee writes. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library Chat: Things are picking up STEAM at library
By Medicine Hat News on November 16th, 2018
STEM and STEAM are hot topics in libraries these days. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math; STEAM is a new version that adds Arts to the mix. These acronyms come from the field of education. They emphasize technical subject matter, but they are also about a teaching and learning approach that is practical, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bellydancers in action at Esplanade
By Medicine Hat News on November 16th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Tone Bellydancers will be shaking it at the Esplanade this weekend. The group, known for shimmering costumes, unique props and of course, talented dancers, presents A Bellydance Soiree on Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. The Tone website promises an evening of winter magic full of oriental glamour with just a hint ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radio Ramblings: High school angst: ‘Heart of Gold’ brings back some bad memories
By Medicine Hat News on November 15th, 2018
As far as jobs go, radio definitely has its perks. Nearly every day for the past five and a half years, I’ve had the chance to sit behind a microphone, and talk about and listen to music. There’s more to it than that, believe me, but being involved with music in this way seems only ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Top Hat brings ‘Newsies’ to Esplanade stage
By Chris Brown on November 15th, 2018
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com @MHNBrown Start spreading the news, the hit Broadway musical “Newsies” comes to Medicine Hat this weekend. The musical is based on the 1992 Disney movie. The local show from Top Hat Productions runs Nov. 17-23 at the Esplanade. Director Elaine Jeffery explains there were a few reasons behind the selection of “Newsies” for Top ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark Nov. 15-21
By Medicine Hat News on November 15th, 2018
THURSDAY – Karaoke, Oly’s Alehouse and Eatery, Johnny with Dynamite Sound, win a $100 gift certificate, 9 p.m., 403-548-6597 – Live jam, Cecil Hotel, 9 p.m. – Ride the Mechanical Bull, Ralph’s Texas Bar and Steakhouse, 9 p.m. – Top 40 DJ music with Ryan Stewart, Temptation Night Club, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. – DJ jam ... Read More »
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