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KORPIKLAANI
There really aren’t a lot of bands that can claim to be Finnish folkmetal superstars, but Finland’s Korpiklaani is one of the few. The six-piece, which started out as the much more folkier Shamaani Duo in 1993, are known for such alcohol-themed numbers as Beer Beer and Vodka; they’re currently touring their tenth release, Kulkija. Opening is Arkona.
When: Friday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Starlite Room, 10030 102 St.
Admission: $20 to $29.50, available at the door or in advance from the Starlite Room website
Info: starliteroom.ca
BIF NAKED
She’s had a rough time of it in her personal life in the last few years, but Bif Naked is making her presence felt again. The actress and singer-songwriter, best known for appearances on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and songs like Spaceman and I Love Myself Today is back with a new single, Heavy (feat. Snake and the Chain), and band. With guests In My Coma.
When: Friday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Station on Jasper, 10524 Jasper Ave.
Admission: $25, available at the door or in advance from Showpass
Info: showpass.com
ALL IS BRIGHT
The Denim Daddies, Perpetuals, St. Arnaud, and Marlaena Moore are among the musical guests taking part in this year’s edition of All is Bright, this Saturday on 124th Street and 108th Avenue. The family friendly festival also features plenty of outdoor activities, including wagon rides, chestnut roasting, a light parade, maple toffee making and street performers. Check the website for more information and activities.
When: Saturday, Nov. 10, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 124 Street and 108 Avenue
Admission: Free
Info: 124street.ca
FLEETWOOD MAC
Out of all the British blues bands that survived the ’60s, Fleetwood Mac are clearly the smartest. Now that they’ve passed into their sixth decade as a constantly morphing, unkillable musical beast they’ve decided that the best way to continue is by assimilating members of other popular bands, adding Crowded House’s Neil Finn and Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell in place of recently dismissed bandleader Lindsey Buckingham. Otherwise, the six-piece is much the same as they were in their late ’70s heyday, with both Christine McVie and Stevie Nicks on board for the tour, dubbed An Evening with Fleetwood Mac.
When: Saturday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m.
Where: Rogers Place
Admission: $89 and up, available from Ticketmaster
Info: ticketmaster.ca Guest conductor Stuart Sladden takes over the reigns as Da Camera Singers start their 2018/2019 season with In Remembrance. The 100th anniversary of the First World War’s end is recognized with such pieces as Eleanor Daley’s Requiem and Gustav Holst’s Ode to Death. The acclaimed choral group will also be performing In Flanders Fields, Peace, Ubi Caritas, There will come Soft Rains, and more.
When: Saturday, Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037 84 Ave.
Admission: $13 to $18, available at the door or in advance from Eventbrite
Info: eventbrite.ca The achievements and sacrifices of those who served our country in times of war and peace are honoured at this year’s Remembrance Day ceremony at City Hall. The commanding officer of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment will lead the ceremony, with mayor Don Iveson also in attendance. Seating starts at 9:45 a.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.
When: Sunday, Nov. 11, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: City Room, Edmonton City Hall
Admission: Free
Info: edmonton.ca
RICHARD EATON SINGERS
The Canadian premiere of Allan Bevan’s The Last Light Above the World is the centrepiece for the Richard Eaton Singers’ seasonopening concert of the same name. Also on the musical menu is a performance of Haydn’s Paukenmesse (Mass in Time of War), as well as an appearance by the Loyal Eddies drum line and the playing of the Ceasefire by the Mons Bugle. Leonard Ratzlaff conducts, with appearances by actors Tim Anderson and Dawn Sadoway, plus soprano Jolaine Kerley, tenor Caleb Nelson, bass Michael Kurshat, and alto MairiIrene MacCormack.
When: Sunday, Nov. 11 at
3:30 p.m.
Where: Winspear Centre
Admission: $50, adults; $25, students and military veterans. Available at the door or in advance from the Winspear website
Info: winspearcentre.com
LORD OF THRONES
It’s been a long, painful wait for the last series of Game of Thrones, but thankfully the folks from Die-Nasty are leaping to our rescue. The live, improvised, always changing soap opera has reconfigured as Lord of Thrones, giving us the land of Pretenderos, which is dominated by the houses Calgarian, Minster, Park, and Strathconia. Every Monday night at the Varscona; Vincent Forcier directs, with Jesse Gervais, Kristi Hansen, and Jeff Haslam among the leads.
When: Until May 27. Monday nights at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Varscona Theatre, 10329 83 Ave.
Admission: $15, or $10 with a $40 membership; available at the door, cash only
Info: varsconatheatre.ca
THIS IS THAT
All good things must eventually come to an end, and so it goes for the hit CBC radio series This is That. The acclaimed comedy duo of Pat Kelly and Peter Oldring are on the road for one more tour, mixing fan favourite skits with new material, plus a section where they improvise based on audience suggestions. Catch ’em one more time before they pack it in for good.
When: Wednesday, Nov. 14
Where: Myer Horowitz Theatre, Student Union Building, 8900 114 St.
Admission: $38.50, available at the door or in advance from Ticketfly
Info: ticketfly.com
WORLD OF DANCE
It’s really not that much of a distance from your living room television to the comfy confines of the Jubilee Auditorium. Especially when you’ll get to see your favourite dancers Michael Dameski, Charity and Andres, and Ashley and Zach, who will all be on hand as World of Dance Live comes to Edmonton on Wednesday night. The hit NBC series World of Dance features some of the world’s greatest dancers in a high energy performance that spans multiple styles and genres.
When: Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 8 p.m.
Where: Jubilee Auditorium
Admission: $47 and up, available from Ticketmaster
Info: ticketmaster.ca