Welcome to the 2016 edition of the Fall Arts Guide, Prairie Dog’s awesome annual list of every freaking concert, book launch, play, art show and other stuff we could find information on (thankyew, Internet! This was a nightmare in ye olde fax-and-phone-call days). Keep these pages handy to get a general sense of what’s going, and when, in the city arts scene. And then? Get out there and see stuff and do things. And after? Drinks! NOW GO. /Stephen Whitworth
BOOKS & IDEAS
SEPTEMBER
Thursday 15
WRITER IN RESIDENCE Saskatchewan naturalist and award-winning author Trevor Herriot is at Regina Public Library’s Central branch until May to consult with established and aspiring writers. For more information visit reginalibrary.ca.
Friday 16
WORD UP! Spoken word with guest artists the Saskatoon duo Compact Disk. Creative City Centre, 7:30 p.m. $10, or pay what you can. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Monday 19
A CONVERSATION WITH DAVID SUZUKI Hosted by Regina Public Interest Research Group to celebrate its 10th anniversary, also includes an introductory presentation by Ian Mauro on climate change and humanity’s impact on the planet. Education Auditorium, University of Regina, 7:30 p.m. See rpirg.org.
JOE FRIESEN: THE BALLAD OF DANNY WOLFE Globe & Mail reporter discusses his biography about the troubled life of the late gang leader with Jason Demers and Wolfe’s mother Susan Creeley. Lab Building, University of Regina, 6:30 p.m.
VERTIGO SERIES: SEASON KICK-OFF Readings by D. S. Stymeist, Terry Jordan and Jim McLean, with music by Brock Prentice. Crave, 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday 20
ANDREW STEVENS: WORKING FOR A LIVING WAGE AROUND THE IVORY TOWER Assistant Business Admin. professor reviews his research on working conditions at the university. ED314, University of Regina, noon. 306-585-4084.
MURDER BY THE BOOK Monthly discussion group on mysteries. Central Library, 7-9 p.m. 306-777-6120.
Wednesday 21
2016 AMERICAN ELECTION: IS THIS ANY WAY FOR A DEMOCRACY TO CHOOSE A LEADER? Paul Finkelman discusses the evolution of the U.S. primary system, electoral college and two-party state. Presented by Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. Room 210, 2 Research Dr., University of Regina, 10:30 a.m.-noon. See schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca.
NATIVE PRAIRIE SPEAKER SERIES Tom Harrison of South of the Divide Conservation Program presents a free noon-hour webinar on habitat conservation and species at risk. Register at: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8832530113825923841.
Thursday 22
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Companion event to The Caligari Project which explores German Expressionism. Tonight Ian Germani presents: German Expressionism in Context: The First World War and the European Avant-Garde. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
SCIENCE PUB Presentation by University of Regina political scientist Jim Farney on the rise of Donald Trump and what it means for American politics. Bushwakker, doors at 5 p.m.
REGENT PLACE BOOK CLUB A discussion of Herman Koch’s The Dinner. Regent Place Library, 7-8 p.m. See reginalibrary.ca.
GB BOOK CLUB Share your love of books with others. George Bothwell Library, 7-8:30 p.m. See reginalibrary.ca.
Friday 23
WORD UP YOUTH! Spoken word for youth 14-22 with guest artists the Saskatoon slam team. Creative City Centre, 7:30 p.m. $5, or pay what you can. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Monday 26
LUTHER LECTURE Dr. Mitri Raheb, a Palestinian pastor and co-recipient of the 2015 Olof Palme Prize with Israeli journalist Gideon Levy, discusses “Faith in the Face of Empire: A Palestinian Christian Perspective.” Luther College Auditorium, University of Regina, 7:30 p.m. 306-585-5034.
Tuesday 27
BOOK CLUB, ANYONE? Share your love of books with others. Sherwood Village Library, 7-8:30 p.m. See reginalibrary.ca.
Wednesday 28
PLAYWRIGHT READING SERIES Canadian playwright Colleen Murphy reads from her work. Shu-Box Theatre, University of Regina, 8 p.m. 306-585-5562.
Thursday 29
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Leesa Streifler discusses “Looking at German Expressionist Drawing and Painting” and Michael Zimmerman presents “Crisis, Generational Conflict, and the Search for New Meaning”. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
WORKPLACE FATALITIES: A COMPARISON OF CANADIAN JURISDICTIONS Presentation on how Saskatchewan stacks up compared to other provinces in occupational health and safety. ED514, University of Regina, noon. 306-337-3244.
Friday 30
CULTURE DAYS Weekend celebration of culture, includes open houses, performances, exhibitions, workshops and other activities. Highlights include an Art Walk in downtown Regina Oct. 1 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., a north central street fair Oct. 1 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., a walking tour of Pop Up Downtown which starts at 2002 Victoria Ave. on Oct. 1 at 3 p.m., the puppet play Mother: Toy Theatre at Central Library Oct. 1-2 at 1 p.m., Steam Roller printmaking by Articulate Ink on City Square Plaza Oct. 2 at 1 p.m. and a graffiti wrap battle in Victoria Park Oct. 2 from 1-5 p.m. See culturedays.ca (search for Regina events).
SASKATCHEWAN SPORTS HALL OF FAME: 50TH ANNIVERSARY GALA This event will feature hotstove panels with football, hockey and Olympic inductees including Gerry James, Glenn Hall, Diane Jones-Konihowski and Mike Mintenko. Queensbury Centre, 5:30 p.m. See sasksportshalloffame.com.
OCTOBER
Saturday 1
AVENTURE HOMESTEAD ADVENTURE Day-long celebration of Fransaskois history and culture with puppet shows, storytellers, nature hikes, traditional settler trades and a market. Motherwell Homestead near Fort Qu’Appelle, 10:30 a.m. Free admission. See histoiresk.ca or call 306-565-0052.
Wednesday 5
IGNITE! Third annual science fair hosted by the Saskatchewan Science Centre to encourage creativity and innovation. Includes a career fair Oct. 5, family maker day Oct. 7 and exhibitor showcase Oct. 8. See sasksciencecentre.com.
Thursday 6
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Leanne Groeneveld presents “Early Twentieth-Century Expressionist Theatre as Morality Play” and Wes Pearce discusses “Expressionism and the Scenographic Imagination”. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Saturday 8
KEEP SPACE FOR PEACE WEEK: PANEL DISCUSSION David Gehl, Stephen Moore and William Stahl discuss whether Canada should join the U.S. ballistic missile defence system. RIC208, University of Regina, 2 p.m. 306-718-8010.
Tuesday 11
QUICK & DIRTY ARTISTS TALKS Season kick-off for informal lecture series hosted by Dunlop Gallery. Tonight: Artists from Pop Up Downtown. Creative City Centre, 8 p.m.
Thursday 13
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Ken Wilson presents “The Life and Times of Otto Dix: A Portrait in Thirteen Ekphrastic Fragments” and Helen Pridmore discusses “The Emancipation of Dissonance: Expressionism in Music”. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Friday 14
SHOWCASE 2016 Includes a mix of performing arts, visual art and concerts, along with workshops and a trade show. The host hotel is the Saskatoon Inn and Convention Centre, and the performance venue is the Broadway Theatre. Presented by the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils. Oct. 14-16. See osac.ca.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES IDEAS SERIES Naqaa Abbas discusses “Scheherazad and Her Rebels: Breaking the Image of Muslim Women”. CL432, University of Regina, 3:30 p.m. 306-585-4189.
Saturday 15
SPOKEN WORD SHOWCASE Features C.R. Avery and local spoken-word artists. Presented by Veritgo Series. Creative City Centre, 2:30 p.m.
COURTNEY BATES-HARDY: HOUSE OF MYSTERY Launch for new poetry book inspired by critical readings of fairy tales, with guests Amber Goodwyn and Janet Nicholson. Buskwakker, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 16
SASKATCHEWAN LIBRARY WEEK Libraries celebrate the 40th anniversary of Saskatchewan Library Week by hosting various events on the theme “Explore and Discover Saskatchewan Libraries”. Oct. 16-22. See saskla.ca.
Monday 17
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Andrew Burke presents “From Weimar to Winnipeg: German Expressionism and Guy Maddin”. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Tuesday 18
SASKATCHEWAN ARTS AWARDS Gala to celebrate artistic excellence with awards for individuals and organizations in seven categories. Presented by Saskatchewan Arts Board with host Jeffery Straker and entertainment by Rah Rah, Prairie Puppet Underground, InfoRed and a film by Heather Benning. Casino Regina, 6:30 p.m. See saskartsboard.ca.
FAULT LINES: BOOK LAUNCH With text by Emily Eaton and photographs by Valerie Zink, this book explores the impact of the oil boom on Saskatchewan people and the land. Artful Dodger, 7 p.m. See uofmpress.ca.
REGINA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Monthly meeting of organization which studies prehistoric lifestyles and artifacts of the prairie region along with other areas of the world. There will be a guest-speaker, and new members are welcome. Royal Saskatchewan Museum boardroom, 7:30 p.m. 306-586-9502.
Wednesday 19
ART OF EXPRESSIONISM SPEAKER SERIES Gerald Saul and Chrystene Ells present “Between Darkness and Light: Walking in the Shadows of the German Expressionists” and Christina Stojanova discusses “Madness, Insanity, Betrayal, and Other ‘Intellectual’ Stories”. University of Regina Shu-Box Theatre, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Thursday 20
SWG FALL CONFERENCE/ÂNSKOHK ABORIGINAL LITERATURE FESTIVAL Hosted by Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild. Includes presentations and workshops on the theme 20/20 Vision related to artistic vision and realizing your creative potential. Opening night at Station 20 West (1120 20th St. W.), remaining two days at Saskatoon Inn (2002 Airport Dr.). Oct. 20-22. See skwriter.com.
Saturday 22
COSTUME BALL FUNDRAISER Hosted by Saskatchewan Science Centre to raise funds for its programming. Includes costumes, contests and refreshments. See sasksciencecentre.com.
Thursday 27
ADULT SCIENCE NIGHT Theme is “Fright Night” which offers attendees the chance to rev up for Halloween. Saskatchewan Science Centre, 7 p.m. $10. See sasksciencecentre.com.
NOVEMBER
Friday 4
JSGS LECTURE: CANADA’S ARCTIC FUTURE Michael Byers discusses the opportunities and challenges that await should Canada decide to embrace the Arctic as a new frontier. Room 210, 2 Research Dr., University of Regina, 2-3:30 p.m. See schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca.
AUTHOR RECOGNITION EVENT University of Regina salutes academics, students and alumni with recently published/produced books, films, musical scores and other material. LY610, 7 p.m. 306-585-4398.
Monday 7
LAW FOUNDATION OF SASKATCHEWAN LECTURE Queen’s University professor Nicholas Bala discusses “Domestic Violence: The Challenge of Taking Account of the Interests of Children”. Luther Auditorium, University of Regina, 5 p.m. 306-585-4226.
Tuesday 15
REGINA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Monthly meeting of this organization which studies prehistoric lifestyles and artifacts of the prairie region along with other areas of the world. New members welcome. Royal Saskatchewan Museum boardroom, 7:30 p.m. 306-586-9502.
Wednesday 16
PLAYWRIGHT READING SERIES Canadian playwright Brad Fraser reads from his work. Shu-Box Theatre, University of Regina, 8 p.m. 306-585-5562.
Wednesday 23
FIRST NATIONS LANGUAGE KEEPERS CONFERENCE The theme this year is Celebrating Youth: Our Future Language Keepers. Hosted by Saskatchewan Indian Cultural Centre. Saskatoon Inn, 7:30 a.m. See sicc.sk.ca.
Thursday 24
ADULT SCIENCE NIGHT Theme is “How To Adult” which offers a crash course on life skillz that separate children from adults. Saskatchewan Science Centre, 7 p.m. $10. See sasksciencecentre.com.
DECEMBER
Thursday 15
ADULT SCIENCE NIGHT Theme is “Nerd Out!” which offers a great opportunity to explore any latent scientific interests you may have. Saskatchewan Science Centre, 7 p.m. $10. See sasksciencecentre.com.
FILM
SEPTEMBER
Monday 19
INDEPENDENT VISIONS Screening is the documentary A Look Inside the Windows Collective about an Ottawa group that creates outdoor film installations. Presented by Sask. Filmpool Co-op, Dunlop Gallery and University of Regina Film Department. Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m.
Tuesday 20
QUEER CITY CINEMA & PERFORMATORIUM Annual festival devoted to film, video and performance art that explores issues related to sexuality, gender and identity. The theme this year is “Expose”, and screenings and performances will be held at Central Library and other off-site locations from Sept. 20-24. See queercitycinema.ca.
Wednesday 21
CINEMA POLITICA Screening is the 1998 documentary A Place Called Chiapas about political unrest and land reform in southern Mexico. Artful Dodger, 7 p.m.
Tuesday 27
TALKIES Comic Jayden Pfeifer provides commentary on a mediocre move. Tonight: the Sci-Fi/Western mash-up Timeslingers (1999). Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m. Free with a food bank donation.
Wednesday 28
RIGHT TO KNOW WEEK FILM SERIES Screening is Deep Web, a 2015 documentary about the creator of the online black market Silk Road. Then on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 9 p.m. it’s the 2015 documentary Everyday Rebellion about non-violent protest and civil disobedience in the 21st century. Screening Thursday and Saturday at 9 p.m., Friday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. is the 2014 documentary Point and Shoot about American photo-journalist Matt van Dyke’s journey through Africa and the Middle East. Central Library Theatre. See reginalibrary.ca.
Friday 30
PILE OF BONES UNDERGROUND FILM FESTIVAL Screening of independent short films from across Canada. Presented by Stella Artois. Artesian, 8 p.m. $10. 19+. See pileofbonesunderground.ca.
OCTOBER
Thursday 6
COAST MODERN Screening of a 2012 documentary about the evolution of West Coast Modernism which sought to integrate houses into nature. Co-presented with Regina Advocates for Design, OPEN and Winnipeg Architecture Foundation. Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m. See reginalibrary.ca.
Thursday 20
CALIGARI SALON: AN EVENING OF ANGST, ART, CINEMA Screening of local and international shorts in the style of German Expressionism held as part of The Caligari Project. The evening also includes a Prairie Puppet Underground performance called “Somnambulist Puppet Sideshow”. MacKenzie Gallery, 7 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Saturday 29
FOODIE FILM NIGHT Annual fundraiser for the RPL Theatre, includes a screening of the food-themed film The Missing Ingredient, followed by a reception with food and drink from local sources. Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m. $20. See reginalibrary.ca or call 306-777-6104.
FEAST OF FILM & FEAR Halloween-themed screenings of Lost Boys (7 p.m.) and Buffy The Vampire Slayer (8:45 p.m.). Saskatchewan Science Centre. See sasksciencecentre.com.
NOVEMBER
Tuesday 1
TALKIES Comic Jayden Pfeifer provides commentary on a cheesy move. Tonight: Dragonball Evolution (2009). Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m. Free with a food bank donation.
Wednesday 2
MEET IN THE MIDDLE: STATIONS OF MIGRATION AND MEMORY BETWEEN ART AND FILM This four-day symposium features international artists, curators, scholars and students. Events include an Armenian Film Series; the opening of Atom Egoyan’s installation Steenbeckett; and panels and conversations on the project themes of migration, memory and trauma in art/film. MacKenzie Gallery and other venues, Nov. 2–5. See mitmproject.info.
ARMENIAN FILM SERIES Held in conjunction with Meet in the Middle, this two-day program features a screening of shorts from Armenia on Nov. 2 at 9:15 p.m., Sergei Paradjanov’s 1968 feature The Color of Pomegranates on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m., and Armenian documentaries Nov. 3 at 9 p.m. Central Library Theatre. See mitmproject.info.
Thursday 24
SASKATCHEWAN INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS Hosted by the Saskatchewan Filmpool, this salute to independent film includes screenings and awards in five categories: Best Feature, Best Short, Best Student Film, Best Acting and Audience Choice. Artesian, 7 p.m. See filmpool.ca.
Friday 25
THE LAND OF ROCK AND GOLD Saskatchewan premiere of Daniel Redenbach and Janine Windolph’s dramatic feature film shot in and around La Ronge. Artesian, 8 p.m. See filmpool.ca.
DECEMBER
Monday 5
TWO-SPIRIT SPOTLIGHT Curated by Candy Renae Fox, this program features two-spirit filmmakers and stories. Held as part of Mispon: A Celebration of Indigenous Filmmaking. Central Library Theatre, 7 p.m. Free.
Tuesday 6
GERMAN EXPRESSIONIST YOUTH FILMMAKING WORKSHOP Facilitated by Berny Hi, this workshop will provide instruction in film techniques associated with German Expressionism. It runs Dec. 6-8, and will be followed by a screening on Dec. 10 as part of the Mispon Indigenous Film Festival. See caligari.ca for details.
Thursday 8
OPEN APERTURE This is the kick-off event for a planned monthly gathering of artists from different disciplines such as film, theatre and performance. Co-hosted by Saskatchewan Filmpool and Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange Society. The Exchange, time t.b.a. See filmpool.ca.\
LIVE MUSIC
SEPTEMBER
Friday 30
DESERT ISLAND CLASSIC with guests at O’Hanlon’s.
THE EXTROVERTS (album release for Supple) with The Steves, Soul Mates and Badluck Jonathan at the Exchange. See culturalexchange.ca.
CJTR RADIOTHON WRAP-UP CONCERT with Kinder Scout, Queen Cities and Homo Monstrous at the Artful Dodger, 7 p.m.
LIVE BAND KARAOKE at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m.
THE OTHERZ at Eldorado Country Rock Bar.
OCTOBER
Saturday 1
FRED EAGLESMITH presented by Regina Folk Festival Concert Series at the Exchange, 8 p.m. $25 advance, $30 door. See reginafolkfestival.com.
THE OTHERZ at Eldorado Country Rock Bar.
LIVE BAND KARAOKE at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m.
HELL HOUNDS with Forsaken Rite and Black Sun Tales at LeBistro (3850 Hillsdale St.), doors at 7 p.m. $15. 19+.
THE BLAZERS at the Italian Club. $25.
SONIC ORCHID at Broadway’s Lounge, 9 p.m.
Tuesday 4
JOELLE FULLER at Rebellion Brewing.
Wednesday 5
BASIA BULAT presented by Regina Folk Festival Concert Series at the Exchange with guest Oh Pep!, 8 p.m. $25 advance, $32 door. See reginafolkfestival.com.
WALRUS with guests at O’Hanlon’s
WOMEN & WINE with Shannon Rae McNab and guests at Shannon’s Pub, 8 p.m.
Thursday 6
THE PROCLAIMERS at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
KATAKLYSM with Carach Angren, Planet Eater and Northern Fallout at LeBistro, doors at 7:30 p.m. $25. 19+.
ALEX RUNIONS (Songwriters Circle) at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
NOAH DERKSON (album release for In Search of the Way) with Ava Wild at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m. $10. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Friday 7
LOS LOBOS presented by Regina Folk Festival Concert Series and Rawk Entertainment at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
BELVEDERE with Clipwing, Tomorrow Starts Today and Almost Alien at the Exchange. See culturalexchange.ca.
HEARTS & KNIVES with guests at O’Hanlon’s.
JOMAMA at Eldorado Country Rock Bar.
Saturday 8
ANDY SHAUF presented by Regina Folk Festival Concert Series with Scattered Clouds at the Exchange, 8:30 p.m. $20 advance, $27 door. See reginafolkfestival.com.
ANDINO SUNS with The Stillhouse Poets at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m. See creativecitycentre.ca.
I MOTHER EARTH (with Edwin) at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
ROCKIN’ THE GRAND with The Snake Oil Salesmen, B.C. Willoughby and Val Halla at the Grand Theatre in Indian Head, 7:30 p.m. $20 advance, $25 door.
JOMAMA at Eldorado Country Rock Bar.
Tuesday 11
GORGUTS with Intronaut and Brain Tentacles at the Exchange. $25 advance, $30 door. See culturalexchange.ca.
ZIGGY MARLEY at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Wednesday 12
ALICE COOPER at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
MICHAEL BERNARD at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Thursday 13
BREAKOUT WEST 2016 Annual celebration of music from the provinces of B.C. Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, along with Yukon and the Northwest Territories. Includes showcases at local clubs, workshops, and a gala at Casino Regina on Oct. 13 where the Western Canadian Music Awards will be presented. Oct. 13-16. See breakoutwest.ca.
Friday 14
A NIGHT WITH SINATRA featuring Rick Michel and a seven-piece orchestra at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
HEIDI MUNRO AND THE REAL GROOVY BAND presented by Regina Jazz Society at LeBistro (3850 Hillsdale St.), 8 p.m. See jazzregina.ca.
Saturday 15
HALTERAS! at the German Club.
Sunday 16
ELESSAR THIESSEN & JANAYA SALMOND at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Wednesday 19
TERRI CLARK: BACK TO MY ROOTS (solo acoustic) at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
BIRDS OF CHICAGO at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Thursday 20
TERRI CLARK: BACK TO MY ROOTS (solo acoustic) at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
KANE & POTVIN at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Friday 21
JASON ARMITAGE at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Saturday 22
LUNCH AT ALLEN’S featuring Murray McLauchlan, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas at Conexus Arts Centre, 7:30 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
WOLF WILLOW at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
BEHIND THE SONGS with Eric Taylor and artists t.b.a. at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m. $15 advance, $20 door. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Tuesday 25
ZACHARY LUCKY (album release for Everywhere a Man Can Be) with Dan Edmonds at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m. $10 advance, $15 door. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Wednesday 26
THE CREEPSHOW with Brutal Youth at the Exchange. See culturalexchange.ca.
ERIMHA with Panzerfaust, Scythia, Idolatry and Chaotic Maelstrom at Artful Dodger, doors at 6:30 p.m. $20 advance, $25 door.
Thursday 27
BUSH with guests at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Friday 28
GREAT LAKE SWIMMERS with Megan Bonnell at Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
DREAMS: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 29
THE FREAKERS BALL with Big Muddy and 306 at the Austrian Club.
Sunday 30
INTERNATIONAL REGINA DRUM FESTIVAL featuring workshops and performances with guest instructors including Dave Mattacks (Paul McCartney, Elton John) and Chris Coleman (Prince, Chaka Khan) at the Exchange. $30 advance, $50 door. See culturalexchange.ca.
MICHAEL CHARLES at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
NOVEMBER
Wednesday 2
DONOVAN WOODS with Joey Landreth at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Thursday 3
BROCK ZEMAN presented by Grassroots Regina with Blair Hogan at the SCES Club, 8 p.m. $15. See grassrootsregina.com.
Friday 4
QUEEN CITY KIDS with Harlequin at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
JONATHAN BRYANT at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Saturday 5
FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE with Granger Smith and Chris Lane at Brandt Centre, 7 p.m. See brandtcentre.com.
LET THERE BE THEREMIN at the German Club.
Thursday 10
CHIXDIGGIT 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR at the Exchange. See culturalexchange.ca.
THE TOURIST COMPANY at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Friday 11
HANNAH EPPERSON at the Artful Dodger. See artfuldodgerarts.com.
Monday 14
ROGER HODGSON (ex of Supertramp) at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Wednesday 16
THE SULTANS OF STRING with Anwar Khurshid presented by Grassroots Regina at the Exchange, 8 p.m. See grassrootsregina.com.
NICK CARTER at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Friday 18
DOC WALKER at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 19
BEHIND THE SONGS with Andino Suns, Erik Mehlsen and Kara Golemba at Creative City Centre, 8 p.m. $15 advance, $20 door. See creativecitycentre.ca.
Thursday 24
SONATA ARCTICA with Leaves’ Eyes and Omnium Gatherum at the Exchange. $35 advance. See culturalexchange.ca.
THE TREWS at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 26
BARRA MACNEILS: AN EAST COAST CHRISTMAS at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Monday 28
OLD SCHOOL YULE! THE MATT DUSK CHRISTMAS SHOW at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Tuesday 29
CHARLIE MAJOR at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
DECEMBER
Friday 2
REPLAY: THE BEATLES TRIBUTE at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 3
REPLAY: THE BEATLES TRIBUTE at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Monday 5
NATALIE MACMASTER & DONNELL LEAHY: A CELTIC FAMILY CHRISTMAS at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Thursday 8
LET`S HANG ON: AMERICA’S #1 FRANKIE VALLI TRIBUTE SHOW at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Friday 9
LET`S HANG ON: AMERICA’S #1 FRANKIE VALLI TRIBUTE SHOW at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 10
LET`S HANG ON: AMERICA’S #1 FRANKIE VALLI TRIBUTE SHOW at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Thursday 15
A ROCKIN’ ELVIS CHRISTMAS WITH RORY ALLEN at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Friday 16
A ROCKIN’ ELVIS CHRISTMAS WITH RORY ALLEN at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 17
A ROCKIN’ ELVIS CHRISTMAS WITH RORY ALLEN at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Saturday 31
JESS MOSKALUKE with Chris Henderson at Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
PERFORMING ARTS
SEPTEMBER
Tuesday 20
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
Friday 23
JAY & SILENT BOB GET OLD Live appearance by cult film starts. Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
BODY HEAT Troupe of erotic male dancers. Queensbury Centre, 7 p.m. See brandtcentre.com.
PASS THE HAT Local stand-up comedy. SCES Club, 8 p.m. Pay what you like.
Tuesday 27
ARGENTINE TANGO Taught by Dayle Schroeder, Jennifer Barrett and Chris Kailing, these lessons are geared to beginners but open to experienced dancers too. New Dance Horizons (2207 Harvey St.), 7-8:30 p.m., with additional sessions Oct. 11 and 25, Nov. 8 and 22, and Dec. 6. See newdancehorizons.ca.
Friday 30
REVEEN: THE SUPERCONSCIOUS EXPERIENCE IS BACK Performance by the son of the famed mentalist. Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
KYIV SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS performing Slavic hymns and spirituals at Knox Met Church, 7 p.m. Freewill offering.
UKRAINIAN CANADIAN TRIENNIAL CONGRESS: GALA SHOWCASE Held in conjunction with a three-day conference on Ukrainian-Canadian history and culture, this showcase will feature musicians and dance groups from across Canada. Conexus Arts Centre, banquet at 6 p.m. followed by the gala at 8 p.m. See congress.ucc.ca.
OCTOBER
Saturday 1
DIAMOND GIRLS: DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH This one-woman play by Maureen Ulrich is inspired the lives of three Saskatchewan women who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League in the 1940s and early ’50s. Artesian, 2 p.m. See sasksportshalloffame.com.
LANTERN MAKING WORKSHOP Presented with Prairie Puppet Underground, Das Schulhaus and Saskatchewan Science Centre, this event includes lantern-making, wagon rides and a screening of a video documenting New Dance Horizon’s 30th anniversary in 2015-16. Saskatchewan Science Centre, Oct. 1-2, noon to 5 p.m. See newdancehorizons.ca or call 306-525-5393.
ANAGNOSON AND KINTON Celebrating their 40th anniversary, this piano duo will perform works by Brahms, Poulenc, Dvorak, Bartok and Gershwin. Presented by Cecilian Concert Series. Knox Met Church, 7:30 p.m. See cecilianconcertseries.ca.
DEREK SELINGER: THE GIFT World premiere of a new 90-minute theatrical performance blending magic and illusion. Living Hope Alliance Church (3900 Arcola Ave.), 7 p.m. $25. See thegiftlive.com.
GABRIEL IGLESIAS: FLUFFY BREAKS EVEN TOUR Stand-up comedy by popular California comic. Conexus Arts Centre, 7:30 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Monday 3
SPEAKEASY Monthly stand-up comedy show. Fat Badger, 8:30 p.m. Free.
Tuesday 4
RED GREEN’S I’M NOT OLD I’M RIPE TOUR Live performance by the popular TV home handyman. Conexus Arts Centre, 7 p.m. $62. See conexusartscentre.ca.
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
Saturday 8
THE MET: LIVE IN HD Broadcast of Wagner’s opera Tristan und Isolde. Cineplex Cinemas, 10 a.m. See cineplex.com.
Thursday 13
DON QUIXOTE Based on Cervantes’ famous tale, this ballet is choreographed by L. Minkus and presented by Royal Moscow Ballet. Conexus Arts Centre, 7:30 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca
Saturday 15
RSO GOVERNMENT HOUSE CONCERT Trout Quintet featuring guest artist Gordon Gerrard (piano) and works by Schubert (Quintet For Piano & Strings ‘Trout’), Ewazen (Trio) and Glazunov (Idyll) at Government House, 8 p.m., Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Sunday 16
BOLSHOI BALLET IN CINEMA Broadcast of Shostakovich’s The Golden Age. Cineplex Cinemas, 12:55 p.m. See cineplex.com.
THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI: SCREENING WITH LIVE SCORE The screening of the classic 1920 silent movie features a score by Jason Cullimore and live orchestra conducted by Victor Sawa. Presented by The Caligari Project. Conexus Arts Centre, 7 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Monday 17
PENDERECKI STRING QUARTET This group is quartet-in-residence at Waterloo University. Presented by Regina Musical Club. Westminster United Church, 7:30 p.m. See reginamusicalclub.ca.
Tuesday 18
THE EMANCIPATION OF DISSONANCE Soprano Helen Pridmore, pianist Kathryn Dowling and Regina Symphony Orchestra members performing works by Berg, Webern and Schoenberg. Presented by The Caligari Project. Central Library, 7:30 p.m. See caligari.ca.
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
Thursday 20
DANNY BHOY Stand-up comedy from noted comic with a British Commonwealth pedigree. Conexus Arts Centre, 7:30 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Saturday 22
RSO SHUMIATCHER POPS Reimagining Broadway With Sarah Slean featuring Sarah Slean (vocals), Mike Janzen (vocals/piano/arranger), George Koller (bass) and Davide DiRenzo (drums) at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
THE MET: LIVE IN HD Broadcast of Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni. Cineplex Cinemas, 10:55 a.m. See cineplex.com.
Tuesday 25
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Remount of the classic horror/camp musical presented by Sterling Productions. Conexus Convention Hall, Oct. 25-27, 8 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Thursday 27
THE MOON AT MIDNIGHT Prairie Dance Circuit touring production by Amber Borotsik. Incorporating dance, theatre and sound, it’s described as a love letter to physical truth and monster movies. Presented by New Dance Horizons. CanSask Soundstage (1831 College Ave.), 8 p.m., Oct. 28 1:30 and 8 p.m. See newdancehorizons.ca or call 306-525-5393.
Friday 28
PASS THE HAT Local stand-up comedy. SCES Club, 8 p.m. Pay what you like.
Saturday 29
RSO MASTERWORKS CONCERT Tchaikovsky Symphony #4 featuring soloist Luca Barato (piano) and works by Tchaikovsky (Symphony #4), Verdi (La Forza del Destino), Mozart (Piano Concerto No. 22) and David McIntyre (Fanfare for a Beloved City) at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Sunday 30
RSO KIDS CONCERT Symphonic Shenanigans featuring guest artist children’s entertainer Al Simmons at Knox-Met Church, pre-concert activities at 2 p.m., show at 3 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
ALL HALLOW’S EVE EXPRESSIONIST EXTRA VAGANZA! Halloween-themed party featuring visual art, music, photography and performances embodying the spirit of German Expressionism. Held as part of The Caligari Project. Location t.b.a., 7:45 p.m. See caligari.ca.
NOVEMBER
Wednesday 2
DAY OF THE DEAD FEAST This New Dance Horizons fundraiser is being held at a secret location. It includes a four-course meal inspired by Frida Kahlo’s recipe books using Saskatchewan ingredients, along with a silent auction and live entertainment. Start time is 6:30 p.m. See newdancehorizons.ca or call 306-525-5393.
Saturday 5
LANTERN PROCESSION Held as part of The Caligari Project, this event recalls the German tradition of St. Martens Procession which brings light into the world during a season of darkness. Start point is Saskatchewan Science Centre, 5 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Monday 7
SPEAKEASY Monthly stand-up comedy show. Fat Badger, 8:30 p.m. Free.
Tuesday 8
HELEN PRIDMORE AND NADIA FRANCAVILLA: NEW MUSIC CONCERT SERIES Recital for voice and violin. Neutral Ground, 8 p.m., with a reception to follow.
Sunday 13
ARIEL QUARTET Currently quartet in residence at the University of Cincinnati, this piano group will perform works by Beethoven (Quartet in D major, Op. 18, No. 3), Widmann (Quartet No. 3, “Hunt Quartet”) and Dvorak (Quartet in F major, “American”). Presented by Cecilian Concert Series. Knox Met Church, 4 p.m. See cecilianconcertseries.ca.
Tuesday 15
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
Wednesday 16
FOUR BY FOUR Touring tribute show highlighting the music of the Beach Boys, Beatles, Motown, Bee-Gees and Frank Valli & the Four Seasons. Conexus Arts Centre, 7 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Thursday 17
HOWIE MANDEL Stand-up comedy with guests. Casino Regina, 8 p.m. See casinoregina.com.
Friday 18
REFLECTIONS Featured are several short performances by members of Youth Ballet and Contemporary Dance Saskatchewan. Venue t.b.a., Nov. 18-19, 7:30 p.m. See youthballet.com.
TE DEUM Presented by the Baroque period ensemble Per Sonatori with special guests the Halcyon Chamber Choir. Knox-Metropolitan United Church, 8 p.m. Adults $25, Seniors & Students $20. See personatori.ca.
PASS THE HAT Local stand-up comedy. SCES Club, 8 p.m. Pay what you like.
Saturday 19
RSO GOVERNMENT HOUSE CONCERT Rossini String Sonata featuring works by Rossini (String Sonata No. 3), Corelli (Christmas Concerto), Beethoven (String Quartet Op.18 No.4) and Ward (Quintet For Trumpet & Strings) at Government House, 8 p.m., Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER The Moscow Ballet presents their version of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic. Conexus Arts Centre, 3 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
Saturday 26
RSO MASTERWORKS CONCERT Beethoven Symphony #4 featuring guest conductor Tania Miller and soloist Simon MacDonald (violin) and works by Beethoven (Symphony #4), Mendelssohn (Violin Concerto and Hebrides Overture) and Rodney Sharman (Scarlattiana) at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Sunday 27
BOLSHOI BALLET IN CINEMA Broadcast of Shostakovich’s The Bright Stream. Cineplex Cinemas, 12:55 p.m. See cineplex.com.
STEPHEN RUNGE (solo piano) presented by Regina Musical Club at University of Regina Theatre, 2 p.m. See reginamusicalclub.ca.
Tuesday 29
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
DECEMBER
Thursday 1
UNFORGETTABLE Evening of classic songs presented by Regina Lyric Musical Theatre. MacKenzie Gallery, Dec. 1-2, 7:30 p.m. See reginalyric.com.
Saturday 3
RSO SHUMIATCHER POPS A Celtic Tenors Christmas with conductor Mélanie Léonard and the Celtic Tenors (Matthew Gilsenan, James Nelson and Daryl Simpson) at Conexus Arts Centre, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Saturday 10
RSO SPECIAL PERFORMANCE Handel’s Messiah with guest soloists Chelsea Mahan (soprano), Marion Newman (mezzo-soprano), Owen McCausland (tenor), Giles Tomkins (bass-baritone) and the Regina Philharmonic Chorus and Halcyon Chamber Choir. Knox-Met Church, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Sunday 11
BOLSHOI BALLET IN CINEMA Broadcast of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. Cineplex Cinemas, 12:55 p.m. See cineplex.com.
RSO SPECIAL PERFORMANCE Handel’s Messiah Sing-A-Long. Knox-Met Church, 3 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
Tuesday 13
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
Friday 16
PASS THE HAT Local stand-up comedy. SCES Club, 8 p.m. Pay what you like.
Saturday 17
RSO SPECIAL PERFORMANCE A Candlelight Christmas with Gordon Gerrard (conductor/co-host) and Belle Plaine (vocals/co-host) at Westminster United Church, 8 p.m. See reginasymphony.com.
DRUNK ON GERMAN EXPRESSIONISM This performance party is presented by FadaDance, and this year’s theme is inspired by The Caligari Project. The Exchange, 9 p.m. See caligari.ca.
Tuesday 20
HITCHHIKERS IMPROV Performance by local improv troupe. Artesian, show at 8 p.m. $7, $5 for high school students.
THEATRE
SEPTEMBER
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Hit musical about a legendary 1956 recording session featuring established artists Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley and newcomers Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. Globe Theatre, Sept. 21-Oct. 9. See globetheatrelive.com.
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE Broadcast from London of Arthur Miller’s 1950s era New York drama A View From the Bridge. Cineplex Cinemas, Sept. 24 at 12:30 p.m. See cineplex.com.
OCTOBER
UNFINISHED ROMANCE Presented by Moscow Theater in the City of the Queen, this romantic comedy stars Yaroslav Boyko and Mariya Poroshina as two people navigating the challenges of modern romance. Presented in Russian with English audio translation available. Conexus Arts Centre (Shumiatcher Room), Oct. 2, 6 p.m. See conexusartscentre.ca.
BEER FOR BREAKFAST Comedy by Sean Grennan in which a group of middle-aged buddies gather for a weekend at a snowed-in cabin. Presented by Regina Little Theatre. Performing Arts Centre, Oct. 5-8 at 7:30 p.m. See reginalittletheatre.com.
THE PINK UNICORN Written by Elise Forier Edie, this drama tells the story of a mother (Kristi Friday) coming to grips with her daughter’s decision to attend high school as a “gender neutral” person. Produced by Fire In The Hole Productions. Artesian, Oct. 7, 8 p.m. See livefive.ca.
FALL ONE ACT CABARET Annual Regina Little Theatre fundraiser, featuring bar and food service along with several one-act plays. Performing Arts Centre, Oct. 28-29, doors at 6:30 p.m. See reginalittletheatre.com.
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE Broadcast from London of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein directed by Danny Boyle and starring Benedict Cumberbatch. Cineplex Cinemas, Oct. 29 at 12:30 p.m. See cineplex.com.
NOVEMBER
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE Broadcast from London of Shakespeare’s Hamlet starring Benedict Cumberbatch. Cineplex Cinemas, Nov. 5 at 12:30 p.m. See cineplex.com.
SPRING’S AWAKENING This play by Frank Wedekind was first performed in Germany in 1906. It concerns the sexual awakening of group of teenagers, and this adaptation by Elizabeth Leavitt, Kenn McLeod and Jeremiah Munsey was created for The Caligari Project. University of Regina Theatre, Nov. 9-11, 7 p.m.
THEATREONE Competitive theatre event hosted by Theatre Saskatchewan that will showcase Saskatchewan theatre companies. Artesian, Nov. 17-19. See theatresaskatchewan.com.
THE SNOW QUEEN Adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved 1844 fairy tale. Presented by Do It With Class Young People’s Theatre. Orr Centre Venue (4400 4th Ave.), Nov. 23-26. See doitwithclass.com.
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Tony Award-winning prequel to Peter Pan in which an orphan boy named Peter helps an apprentice starcatcher retrieve a trunk of “starstuff”. Globe Theatre, Nov. 26-Jan. 1. See globetheatrelive.com.
THE LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF SANTA CLAUS Based on a story by Frank L. Baum, this play recounts how Santa Claus got into the giving toys to kids biz. Presented by Regina Little Theatre. Performing Arts Centre, Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. See reginalittletheatre.com.
DECEMBER
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE Broadcast from London of Nick Stafford’s adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s World War I drama War Horse. Cineplex Cinemas, Dec. 3 at 12:30 p.m. See cineplex.com.
VISUAL ART
SEPTEMBER
Art Now: Saskatchewan Fine Art & Craft Fair
Showcase of contemporary visual art and craft presented by 10 members of SaskGalleries, also includes panel discussions on topics of interest to artists and collectors. Prairieland Park (Saskatoon), Sept. 15-18. See saskartfair.com.
MacKenzie Gallery
ART{OUTSIDE}: WALKING TOUR Curator Timothy Long leads a tour of new outdoor reproductions of art in downtown Regina. Meet at Scarth & Victoria Ave., Sept. 30 at 11:45 a.m.
Pop Up Downtown
LAUNCH & WALKING TOUR This project features installations by local artists at eight downtown locations. The tour starts at 2002 Victoria Ave. on Sept. 17 at 7 p.m., and will be followed by a reception at Creative City Centre with music by The Garrys and DJ Natural Sympathies. See creativecitycentre.ca.
OCTOBER
Art Gallery of Regina
CARL SCHLADEMAN: ARTIST TALK Local painter discusses his approach to landscapes, still life and portraits. (Oct. 5, 7 p.m.)
THE SOLE PROJECT Collaborative exhibition where artists Judy Anderson, Sheila Nourse and Loretta Paoli salute 12 female trailblazers through “portraits” of their feet and shoes. (Opening reception and artist talk Oct. 19 at 7 p.m., runs until Nov. 19.)
Cream of the Crop Craft & Trade Show
Features local artisans, crafters and small businesses. Conexus Arts Centre, Oct. 14, 1-9 p.m.; Oct. 15 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 admission, kids 12 and under free.
Dunlop Gallery: Central Branch
NATIVE KIDS RIDE BIKES: PANEL DISCUSSION & BIKE RIDE The artists involved in a community project co-presented by the Dunlop and MacKenzie Gallery (Dylan Miner, Keith Bird, Eagleclaw Thom, Katherine Boyer and Stacey Fayant) speak about the project with Nicole Nugent and Wendy Peart. (Oct. 1, 1 p.m.)
GERALD SAUL: EYES OF SORROW MOON Set in a village, this short sees a boy turn to the dark arts to appease feelings of loneliness and anger. Screened as part of The Caligari Project for the Central Mediatheque series. (Oct. 6-Jan. 15.)
ALEESA COHENE AND BENNY NEMEROFSKY RAMSAY: SO FAR, IT’S THE SAME PROBLEM Collaborative exhibition in which the artists continue their exploration of queer history and related issues of love and ego. Curated by Blair Fornwald. (Opening reception, artist talk and performance by dancer Mairi Greig The Same Problem 7 on Oct. 7 at 6 p.m., runs until Dec. 4.)
DUN-E YOUNG ARTISTS GROUP Art appreciation club for young people. Includes free pizza and special projects. (Oct. 4, 6-8 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
ART ENGAGERS Monthly gathering for adult art lovers, involves conversation, art-making and field trips. (Oct. 5, 7-8:30 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
Eight Track Gallery (SCES Club)
CALIGARI PROJECT PRINT EXHIBITION Presented by the print collective Articulate Ink as part of The Caligari Project exploring German Expressionism. (Opening reception Oct. 27 at 6 p.m., runs until Dec. 17.)
Fifth Parallel Gallery
GERMAN EXPRESSIONISM REVISITED Exhibition by university art students exploring themes and aesthetics common in German Expressionism. (Oct. 31-Nov. 11, with a reception Nov. 3 at 4 p.m.)
Harvest of Art
Show and sale hosted by Prairie Artists Guild. Executive Royal Hotel (4025 Albert), Oct. 14 from 1-9 p.m., with a reception at 7 p.m., Oct. 15-16 9 a.m.-6 p.m. See prairieartistsguild.org.
MacKenzie Art Gallery
ACROSS THE TURTLE’S BACK: THE KAMPELMACHER MEMORIAL COLLECTION OF INDIGENOUS ART Exhibition of over 200 works from a promised donation by Yellowknife collectors Thomas Druyan and Alice Ladner. Artists represented include Joane Cardinal-Shubert, Eddy Cobiness, Robert Houle, Carl Beam, Alex Janvier and Helen Kalvak. (Oct. 15-April 23.)
GALA ART AUCTION Annual fundraiser in support of the gallery, includes entertainment, refreshments and live and silent auctions. (Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. See mackenziegala.ca for more information.)
ARTIST STUDIO SUNDAY: IMAGINING THE PUPPET Two-part workshop led by Sylvia Ziemann with sessions Oct. 23 and Nov. 20 from 2-4 p.m.
ARTIST TRADING CARDS Make and trade event. (Oct. 29, 2 p.m.)
Mata Gallery
GERRY RUECKER: UNDISCARDED: JUNCK, FORM AND FUNCTION Exhibition of sculpture using found and discarded objects. (Opening reception Oct. 1 from 3-5 p.m., runs until Oct. 29.)
Slate Fine Art Gallery
VIC CICANSKY: THE EDIBLE LANDSCAPE Exhibition of ceramic sculptures of garden produce by veteran Saskatchewan artist. (Oct. 6-Nov. 5.)
NOVEMBER
Art Gallery of Regina
ANXIETIES Group exhibition that explores the idea of fear both at an individual and community level featuring work by Kevin McKenzie, Sylvia Zeimann, Lionel Peyachew, Audrey Dreaver and Sara Ferguson. Guest-curated by Carmen Robertson. (Opens in late November, runs throughout December, with a reception and artist talk t.b.a.)
Dunlop Gallery: Central Branch
DUN-E YOUNG ARTISTS GROUP Art appreciation club for young people. Includes free pizza and special projects. (Nov. 1, 6-8 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
ART ENGAGERS Monthly gathering for adult art lovers, involves conversation, art-making and field trips. (Nov. 2, 7-8:30 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
Dunlop Gallery: Sherwood Branch
BRUCE MONTCOMBROUX: SITE, SIGHT, CITE Exhibition of drawings and sculptures that explore the relationship between personal identity and place. Curated by Blair Fornwald. (Opening reception and artist talk Nov. 4 at 1 p.m., runs until Jan. 4 with a Sensing Art Tour for the visually impaired Nov. 30 from 1:30-2:30 p.m.)
MacKenzie Art Gallery
ATOM EGOYAN: STEENBECKET First presented in England in 2002, this installation immerses viewers in a web of 35 mm film strung wall-to-wall and ceiling-to-floor. (Opens with a screening of Egoyan’s digitally remastered film Krapp’s Last Tape on Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. followed by conversation between Egoyan and writer/critic Noah Richler at 8 p.m., runs until Jan. 1.)
HOLIDAY BAZAART Indoor version of the gallery’s popular summer craft sale. (Nov. 26, 10 a.m.)
Neutral Ground
JOHN BOYLE-SINGFIELD: SOFT SPOKEN UPDATE Solo exhibition by Quebec artist. (Opening reception and artist talk Nov. 19 at 8:30 p.m., runs until Jan. 21.)
JOHN CAMPBELL: ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Campbell specializes in media arts and research/creation. (November to January, with an artist talk t.b.a.)
Wintergreen
Annual juried art and craft sale hosted by Saskatchewan Craft Council, featuring over 70 craft and visual artists. Conexus Arts Centre, Nov. 18 from 1-9 p.m., Nov. 19 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Nov. 20 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $5 for three-day pass, Seniors & Youth $3, Kids 12 and under free. See saskcraftcouncil.org.
DECEMBER
Dunlop Gallery: Central Branch
MKRTICH TONOYAN: CONTESTED BORDERLANDS Presented as part of Meet in the Middle, this exhibition consists of a video by an Armenian artist which documents the disputed frontier with Azerbaijan. Curated by Christine Ramsay and Strandline Curatorial Collective. (Dec. 10-Jan. 15.)
DUN-E YOUNG ARTISTS GROUP Art appreciation club for young people. Includes free pizza and special projects. (Dec. 6, 6-8 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
ART ENGAGERS Monthly gathering for adult art lovers, involves conversation, art-making and field trips. (Dec. 7, 7-8:30 p.m. Register at 306-777-6044.)
MacKenzie Art Gallery
ARTIST TRADING CARDS Holiday party and art-making event. (Dec. 3, 2 p.m.)
HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Annual party with choirs, art activities, refreshments and a performance by the Regina Symphony Orchestra chamber players. (Dec. 4, 1 p.m.)