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What’s going on around town
MUSIC
Bif Naked: Nov. 8. At The Gateway, SAIT Campus Centre. 8 p.m. ticketmaster.ca.
Canadian Jazz Festival: Nov. 8 to Nov. 10. Various venues. jazzyyc.com. Yndi Halda: Nov. 8. At The Palomino, 109 7th Ave. S.W. Doors, 9 p.m. $12. showpass.com.
The Ashley Hundred: Nov. 9. At Dickens Pub, 1000 9th Ave. S.W. 403233-7550, dickenspub.ca.
Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express: Nov. 9. At Bella Concert Hall, Mount Royal University. 7:30 p.m. $20 — $65. 403-440-7770, taylorcentre.ca.
Carbolizer: Nov. 9. At Emmedia, 2005 10th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. emmedia. ca.
Cécile Doo-Kingué: Nov. 9 and Nov.
10. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $45. artscommons. ca.
The Glorious Sons: Nov. 9. At MacEwan Hall, University of Calgary. 8 p.m. $39-$139. ticketfly.com.
Lizzy Hoyt: Nov. 9. At Dalhousie Community Centre, 5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $30. 403-286-5651, calgaryfolkclub.com.
Lorrie Morgan’s Enchanted Christmas: Nov. 9. At Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $48-$71. ticketmaster.ca. Reighnwolf: Nov. 9. At Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. $27. ticketmaster.com.
The Sadies: Nov. 9. At Royal Canadian Legion #1, 116 7th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $30. ticketfly.com.
Eazy Mac: Nov. 10. At The Den, University of Calgary. Doors, 7 p.m. $20. ticketfly.com.
Korpiklaani & Arkona: Nov. 10. At Marquee Beer Market & Stage, 4630 Macleod Tr. S. Doors, 5 p.m. $35.64. ticketweb.ca.
The Lazys & The Standstills: Nov.
10. At Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. $22.46. ticketweb.ca.
Lennie Gallant: Nov. 10. At Crescent Heights Community Hall, 1101 2nd St. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $25. thenick.ca.
The Small Glories: Nov. 10 At Festival Hall, 1215 10th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $25-$30. eventbrite.ca.
The Wardens: Nov. 10. Nature Calgary banquet. At Irish Cultural Centre, 6452 35th Ave. N.W. 6 p.m. $55-$65. naturecalgary.com.
We Are the City: Nov. 10. At The Gateway, SAIT Campus Centre. 8 p.m. $16.50. ticketmaster.ca.
Fleetmac Wood — Gold Dust Disco: Nov. 11. At Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10th Ave. S.W. 10 p.m. $20.23. ticketweb.ca.
Foothills Brass Quintet — Music of the ’40s: Nov. 11. At Scarboro United Church, 134 Scarboro Ave. S.W. 2 p.m. $15-$20. 403-508-2225, foothillsbrass.ca.
Fleetwood Mac: Nov. 12. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $89-$669. ticketmaster.ca.
Andre Nickatina: Nov. 14. At Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10th Ave. S.W. Doors, 8 p.m. $35. ticketweb.ca. Clan of Xymox: Nov. 14. At Dickens Pub, 1000 9th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $25. ticketfly.com.
THEATRE
And the World Goes ’Round: Ongoing until Nov. 11. Revue of the songbook from the multi-Tony awardwinning team of Kander and Ebb. At Stage West, 727 42nd Ave. S.E. Tuesday to Saturday, 6 p.m.; Sunday and Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. $55-$79. stagewestcalgary.com.
Brave Girl: Ongoing until Nov. 10. Two sisters enlist after their father dies in Afghanistan. As the two girls advance, their individual journeys take a very different course. At Lunchbox Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Mondays to Saturdays, noon; Thursday and Fridays, 6 p.m. $25. fortemusical.ca.
Generic Hospital: Sundays. Improvised soap opera. At Lunchbox Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $10-$16. dirtylaundrycalgary.com.
Half the Battle: Ongoing until Nov. 10. The story of Adams and Davis, a pilot and a flight engineer of a Canadian Avro Lancaster in the Second World War. At Motel Theatre, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m.; matinees Saturdays and Sundays, 2:30 p.m. $25. diytheatre.org. Mary and Max — A New Musical:
Ongoing until Nov. 11. A heartening tale that proves friendship can be found in the most unexpected of places. At Max Bell Theatre, Arts Commons. Tuesday to Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m.; additional show Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m. $49-$99. 403-294-7447, theatrecalgary.com.
Oil Money: Mondays. Improvised soap opera. At Lunchbox Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $10-$16. dirtylaundrycalgary.com. R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps — Phantom of the Auditorium: Ongoing until Nov. 10. Brooke and Zeke are excited to star in their school’s next hit musical, The Phantom, until they hear a rumour that the show is cursed. At Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.W. Tuesdays to Saturdays, 7 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $24-$29. storybooktheatre.org. Rumpelstiltskin: Ongoing until Nov. 25. At Loose Moose Theatre, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. Saturdays, 1 p.m.; Sundays, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. $14. loosemoose.com. The Boy’s Own Jedi Handbook: Nov. 9-24. The Kid discovers that Star Wars hasn’t just influenced his life, but others around him, too, and new friendships are born from a common love for the iconic characters and their stories. At Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.W. Tuesdays to Saturdays, 7 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $24-$29. storybooktheatre.org.
Outside Mullingar: Nov. 9-17. John Patrick Shanley’s tender-hearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love. At Pumphouse Theatres, 2140 Pumphouse Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 11, 2 p.m.; Nov. 17, 2:30 p.m. $20. eventbrite.ca. Star Warz — The Farce Strikes Back: Nov. 9 to Feb. 9. Lightsabres, rebels, Darth Vader, and a princess — set to the best galactic rock tunes in the universe. At Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37th St. S.W. Wednesday to Saturday seating, 6:15 p.m.; Sunday, 5 p.m. $37.75-$84.95. calgary.jubilations.ca. Dracula — The Bloody Truth: Nov. 10 to Dec. 9. Professor Abraham Van Helsing leaps off the pages of Dracula
and onto the stage to tell you, dear theatregoer, Bram Stoker’s novel had it all wrong. At Vertigo Theatre, 162, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Tuesday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $29-$85. 403-221-3708, vertigotheatre.com.
Winners and Losers: Nov. 13-25. One part game, one part conversation that leans into our universally flawed human logic, and the desire to win at all costs. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m. $20-$25. chromatictheatre.ca.
COMEDY
Norm Macdonald: Nov. 8 to Nov. 10. At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. 7 p.m.; additional shows Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m. $49.95. thelaughshopcalgary.com.
Cage Match Improv: Nov. 9. Three improv teams face off head-to-head in an intergalactic battle for your starry-eyed love — but only one can win. At The Alexandra Centre, 922 9th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $5. kinkonauts.com. Josh Wolf: Nov. 9 and Nov. 10. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. $23.95. yukyuks.com/calgary. Improv — The Musical: Nov. 10. Fully improvised musical production created on-the-spot, based on an audience member’s suggestion. At Rose Room, Alexandra Centre, 922 9th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $10. kinkonauts.com. Russell Peters: Nov. 10. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $53-$128. ticketmaster.ca.
FILM
Altered States: Nov. 8. At The Plaza Theatre, 1133 Kensington Rd. N.W. 7 p.m. $10-$12. calgarycinema.org. Won’t You Be My Neighbour: Nov. 8. All proceeds go to support The Alex. At The Mill, The Pioneer, 117 8th Ave. S.W. 5:30 p.m. $75. thepioneeron8th. com.
All Quiet on the Western Front: Nov. 11. At New Central Library, 802 3rd St. S.E. 3 p.m. Free. calgarycinema.org. Marda Loop Justice Film Festival: Nov. 13 to Nov. 18. Featuring three films focusing on gender equality — What Walaa Wants, Burka Songs 2.0, and Poetess. At various venues. Free admission. justicefilmfestival.ca.
MUSEUMS
National Aboriginal Veterans Day: Nov. 8. Learn about the military service by Indigenous people and the stories of some of Alberta`s veterans through tours of Indigenous artifacts in the Army Museum of Alberta and a theatre presentation on Indigenous perspectives. At The Military Museums, 4520 Crowchild Tr. S.W. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. By donation. 403-410-2340, themilitarymuseums.ca.
TONTO Week: Nov. 14 to Nov. 18. Celebrating one of the world’s largest modular synthesizers, The New Timbral Orchestra (TONTO), which was used on albums by Stevie Wonder, The Isley Brothers, Minnie Riperton, Joan Baez, Quincy Jones, and more. Events include lectures, workshop, demos, a conversation with co-creator Malcolm Cecil, film screenings and more. At Studio Bell, 850 4th St. S.E. Individual events, $10-$40; some events included with admission to Studio Bell. studiobell.ca.
CRAFT FAIRS AND CHRISTMAS SALES
Millarville Christmas Market:
Nov. 8-11. Four days of lights, food, hayrides, roasted chestnuts, forging demonstrations, carollers, music, crafts and seasonal vendors. At Millarville Racing and Ag Society, 306097 192nd St., Millarville. $5. 403-931-2404.
Glamorgan Community Centre: Nov. 9-10. Featuring baking, preserves, sweets, crafts, soaps, cards, artwork, photography, festive and holiday decor and more. Food bank donations greatly appreciated. At Glamorgan Community Centre, 4207 41st Ave. S.W. Friday, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. greenC Holiday Night Market:
Nov. 9. Shop for local, sustainable Christmas gifts, art, jewelry, honey, baking and so much more. At HHBH Community Association, 1922 14th Ave. N.W. 3-8 p.m. $1. 403-542-9911, greenc.ca.
Heritage Weavers and Spinners Guild of Calgary Annual Sale: Nov. 9-10. Featuring weaving, spinning and other fibre art made locally by guild members including scarves, placemats, tea towels, blankets and more. At Artpoint Gallery, 1139 11th St. S.E. Friday, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-630-8175, heritageweaversandspinners.org.
Varsity Community Association Christmas Craft Sale: Nov. 9-10. Featuring artisans and crafters offering artwork, home decor, jewelry, toys, woodcrafts, books, knitting and so much more. 4303 Varsity Dr. N.W. Friday, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. vcacalgary.com.
Contextual Fibre Artists Christmas Artisan Sale: Nov. 16-17. See original textile work and meet the >artists, while enjoying a hot apple cider. At Christ Church Elbow Park, 3602 8th St. S.W. Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. contextural.ca.
Spirit of Christmas Art Market: Nov. 16 to Dec. 22. Featuring one-ofa-kind holiday ornaments, jewelry,
cards, and original, local artwork priced under $200. At Okotoks Art Gallery, 53 North Railway St., Okotoks. 403-938-3204, okotoksculture.ca.
Acadia Christmas Market: Nov. 17. Come out and support your community vendors while shopping for gifts. At Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 90th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403255-1262. Balzac Christmas Market: Nov. 17. Two levels of shopping full of local vendors. Featuring lunch counter by Tequila & Taco’s, homemade Christmas baking, woodworking, ornaments, adult and children apparel, home decor, jewelry, art, and more. At Balzac Community Hall, 10075 TWP 262, Balzac. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. facebook. com/balzacchristmasmarket. Bragg Creek Artisans Christmas Sale: Nov. 17-18. Over 65 local artists exhibiting fine art and handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, paintings, woodwork, fibre art, country crafts and more. At Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave., Bragg Creek. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. Canmore Christmas Artisans’ Market: Nov. 17-18. Featuring over 85 artisans and artists from Canmore and surrounding areas working in jewelry, photography, pottery, paintings, furniture, body products, clothing, fine foods, and more. At Canmore Collegiate High School, 1800 8th Ave., Canmore. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3. canmoreartisansmarket.com.
Handmade Here Holiday Sale: Nov. 17-18. Wide range of handcrafted art including painting, printmaking, jewelry, textiles, blown and fused glass, pottery, metal, wood and paper. At Triwood Community Hall, 2244 Chicoutimi Dr. N.W. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. handmadehere.ca. Mahogany Christmas Market:
Nov. 17. Featuring local vendors and artisans, holiday music provided by Sonata School of Music, photographer on-site, face painter and more. At Mahogany Beach Club, 29 Masters Park S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-453-1221, mahoganyhoa.com. Northminster United Church Christmas Craft Sale: Nov. 17. Quality handmade crafts, blown glass, knitting, sewing, kitchen crafts, baking, and cookies by the dozen. 3311 Centre St. N. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. 403-277-0322. Open Door Seniors Christmas Treasure Chest Sale: Nov. 17. Sale of Christmas treasures: decorations, collectables, jewelry, books, kitchenware, and small appliances. Cash only. At First Baptist Church, 1307 4th St. S.W. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-269-7900. Scenic Acres Christmas Shopping
Extravaganza: Nov. 17. Come and shop all the new product lines of your favourite home parties and more. Baskets full of vendor products will be raffled for local charity. At Scenic Acres Community Association, 8825 Scurfield Dr. N.W. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 403-547-9589, scenicacresca.ca. Shawnessy Christmas Craft Fair:
Nov. 17. Two floors of hand-crafted items, along with a select number of direct sellers. At Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd. S.W. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tibetan Fall Bazaar: Nov. 17. Sale of authentic Tibetan arts and crafts including rugs, jewelry, singing bowls, shawls and more. At Westgate Community Hall, 4943 8th Ave. S.W. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission, $2; children 2 and under, free. 403-690-8720, albertatibetan.org.
TTMAC Holiday Market: Nov. 17. Presented by the Twins, Triplets and More Association. Featuring over 20 vendors. At Bonavista Downs Community Association, 1418 Lake Ontario Rd. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.