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Tomorrow’s Broadway Today tonight
By Medicine Hat News on May 19th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Symphonic Society will put the finishing touches on its season tonight. Tomorrow’s Broadway Today will celebrate some of the top musical theatre pieces as seen at the annual Rotary Music Festival held in March. The show takes place at the Medicine Hat College Eresman Theatre beginning at 7 p.m. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Making the Esplanade a home away from home
By Medicine Hat News on May 18th, 2018
Welcome to a day in the life of me: Krista Wilde, guest services supervisor at the Esplanade. Although my day involves many different aspects —box office related duties, bar and Front of House (the public areas of the building) — people are usually interested in what goes on backstage. I give you a snapshot of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Twitty and Lynn proving true legends never go out of style
By Medicine Hat News on May 17th, 2018
Stan Ashbee Special to the News All true art lasts, said Tre Twitty prior to boarding an airplane on his way back home to the U.S. after a performance earlier this month in Fort Macleod, Alta. Tre Twitty and Tayla Lynn will be honouring their legendary grandparents Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn live at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Brain freeze
By Medicine Hat News on May 17th, 2018
There are so many things to love about our little corner of the province, not the least of which is the fact that it’s only May 17, and we’ve already had a taste of summer with a number of days hitting the high 20s over the last couple of weeks. So, what do you reach ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark May 17-23
By Medicine Hat News on May 17th, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Victoria Day long weekend. Check with the establishment. 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. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medalta’s artists-in-residence show on now
By Chris Brown on May 12th, 2018
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com @MHNBrown Medalta’s artists-in-residence program is a hot ticket, and so is the resulting exhibition. The works by the current quintet have been on display at Medalta since May 1, and the opening reception will take place on May 17. “It’s really a unique program in that it’s artists from all over the world that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two tribute shows coming
By Medicine Hat News on May 11th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Tribute shows honouring two of the most-loved bands in music history are coming to the Esplanade over the next two weeks. On May 16 the Reunion Beatles Fantasy Tribute tour presents a Beatles tribute with a twist. Instead of a tribute to the glory days of the Fab Four this show assumes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library Chat: A long list of services provided at the library
By Medicine Hat News on May 11th, 2018
In my last column I asked “what is a library?” and answered “a free and open and friendly space for everyone that supports learning, culture, entertainment and community connections.” That sounds noble but a little vague. How exactly do libraries meet that lofty mandate? Here are just a few of the powerful and perhaps unexpected ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Don’t carry Mom Guilt around; treat Mom like queen Sunday
By Medicine Hat News on May 10th, 2018
While this is only pure speculation, I’m convinced the Milky Way Galaxy and everything in it, including our blue planet, was created for the sole purpose of celebrating Momma’s Day. No one ever makes reference to “Father Nature” or “Father Earth” and for good reason; even the powers that be know better than to tick ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark May 10-16
By Medicine Hat News on May 10th, 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 »
Be the first to comment!Through the Opera Glass gala to feature great local voices
By Medicine Hat News on May 4th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Alumni of the Medicine Hat College Conservatory will be looking Through the Opera Glass on May 12. Seventeen performers will be featured at the 7:30 p.m. show at Fifth Avenue Memorial Church and all of them are current or former students of local voice programs. Many of the students are currently at ... Read More »
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