PLAY
Book of Mormon
When: Through Sep 23
Where: Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
About: Named “the best musical of the century” by The New York Times, this show follows the adventures of two Mormon missionaries who are sent to a remote Ugandan village to spread the Good Word. Their attempt to share the scriptures are met with resistance, so the young men must get creative!
DANCE
Reeling: Dancing on Screen
When: Through Sep 22
Where: Little Italy
About: Various businesses in Little Italy will be transformed into mini-cinemas for one week to show some of the most striking short dance films ever created. The Italian Centre, Spinelli’s Cafe, and Zocalo are just a few of the venues that will be featuring the original and contemporary works of Mile Zero Dance. Visit milezerodance.com for all venues.
SPLURGE
Comic & Entertainment Expo
When: Sep 21–23
Where: Edmonton EXPO Centre
About: Edmonton’s greatest pop culture convention sees thousands of people gather to celebrate popular comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, and more. Meet stars like Doctor Who‘s David Tennant and Matt Smith and Star Trek’s Karl Urban, get a personal caricature of yourself, and shop talented vendors from all over the country.
GROW
Grow Summit–Rising Women Rising Leaders
When: Sep 22
Where: Fantasyland Hotel
About: Witness diversity, culture and power come together as women from around the province gather to share inspiring stories, celebrate progress and create connections to facilitate further growth. The evening will feature narratives from immigrant women who have risen to positions of leadership in the community.
SING
Keith Urban
When: Sep 22
Where: Rogers Place
About: Catch this New Zealand born country music pop star as he belts it out to “Somebody Like You” for his World Tour 2018. He’ll be playing a “Little Bit of Everything”, and “You Gonna Fly” as you “Raise ‘Em Up” and sing along!
