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‘Grandpa Metal’ to be Posehn’s ultimate opus
By Stan Ashbee on February 8th, 2020
This ain’t your grandmother’s cup of tea! It’s comedian, actor and writer Brian Posehn’s “Grandpa Metal.” A brand new comedy/metal album to be released Feb. 14 on Megaforce Records, just in time for the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone. Posehn had a recurring role on the Emmy-winning TV phenomenon “The Big Bang ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canalta Centre announces shows by Hatter MacKenzie Porter, Clint Black
By Medicine Hat News on February 1st, 2020
Canalta Centre officials brought January to a close with a pair of big announcements on Friday. Medicine Hat’s own MacKenzie Porter was announced as the opening Brad Paisley’s show on March 13. It’s a busy time for Porter. The music video for “These Days” was released on Friday, and her next single, “Seeing Other People,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reception tonight for Sakamoto exhibition
By Medicine Hat News on January 31st, 2020
The public reception for local artist Susan Sakamoto’s new exhibition takes place tonight at the Esplanade. According to the Esplanade website, Sakamoto’s recent work delves into the deeper mysteries of life through personal and family history. Using multiple layers of paint and other media, and generations of original family documents, Sakamoto’s process is akin to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Confessions’ tonight at the Esplanade
By Medicine Hat News on January 30th, 2020
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Brewing Company ON-Stage Series arrives in 2020 tonight with Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl. Creator Rebecca Perry stars as barista Joanie Little, stuck in a dead-end job but who decides to make the most of it. “So, much like Jane Goodall did with chimpanzees, this upbeat Miss studies ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Baby Shark Live!’ swimming here
By Medicine Hat News on January 17th, 2020
Shark attacks can happen on the beach, but in the Prairies? Yep. “Baby Shark Live!,” the concert experience built of a viral sensation from a couple of years ago, will be at the Canalta Centre on June 23. Tickets go on sale today. “We’re thrilled to bring Baby Shark Live! to so many new markets ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatterland bringing ‘Puss in Boots’ to the stage next week
By Chris Brown on January 17th, 2020
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown Lilas Litousky dug deep into the past to come up with Hatterland Children’s Theatre’s next show. From Jan. 23-25 the group will present “Puss In Boots.” The classic tale has roots about 500 years old, and Hatterland, celebrating its 55th year, has its roots firmly entangled with “Puss in Boots.” “‘Puss in Boots’ was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Queen musical ‘We Will Rock You’ is a theatrical event
By medicinehatnews on January 16th, 2020
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown “We Will Rock You” will most certainly live up to its name. But the musical based on the music of Queen and with a book by Ben Elton will do so much more. It’s not just a typical Broadway show says Kevin Doe of the production that will be at the Esplanade for shows ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PAW Patrol Live will bark at the Canalta Centre next week
By Medicine Hat News on January 11th, 2020
It will be all paws on deck at the Canalta Centre. The popular children’s program PAW Patrol brings its live show The Great Pirate Adventure to Medicine Hat for shows Jan. 14 and 15. The adventure begins when Ryder and the PAW Patrol discover a secret treasure map while on a mission to rescue Cap’n ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two upcoming interactive shows at the Esplanade
By Chris Brown on January 10th, 2020
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown Grease is the word, and the second word is sing-a-long. Experience the hit movie musical “Grease” like never before as the Esplanade hosts Sing-a-long Grease night on Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. Programming and operations superintendent Trampas Brown says sing-a-long nights are new to the Esplanade but have become quite popular elsewhere. “You see ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Matthew Byrne show postponed
By Medicine Hat News on January 3rd, 2020
The Esplanade has postponed its first show of the new year. A note on the Esplanade website notes the show is postponed until the fall due to unforeseen circumstances. The note goes on to read that tickets will be honoured for the postponed performance or people can get a refund. Anyone wanting a refund is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year in Review: Rocking and laughing through 2019
By Chris Brown on December 27th, 2019
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown The past 12 months saw Medicine Hat continue to build on its reputation as the mid-sized city that can. Can what, you may ask? Can attract big-name international talent to the local stages. Music, comedy, dance and more gave Hatters plenty of options to choose from when it came to entertainment in 2019. This ... Read More »
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