Theatre and Arts News

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) Council unanimously approved the grant of $559,615 for Keyano Theatre & Art Centre.
Presenting for Keyano, were President & CEO, Jay Notay and Theatre Director, Alan Roberts.  In addition, multiple delegates spoke on behalf of the Theatre.  Jenny Price, North Region Director and Vice President of Drama Festival Association, Dave Boutilier, Chairperson, Arts Council Wood Buffalo Board of Directors, Sheri Donovan,...
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Suncor is providing Keyano Theatre with a one-time grant this month to help offset the loss of this season’s performances due to the onset of COVID-19 and the uncertainty of what 2021 will bring. Upon hearing the news, Alan Roberts, Director, Keyano Theatre & Arts said, “This is truly an early Christmas present we were not expecting. Suncor Energy has always been a massive supporter of the arts and specifically Keyano Theatre and we cannot thank them enough. With...
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!  Now, it can sound a lot like Christmas too. Have the entire family join us on December 13 at 7 p.m. for an incredible virtual concert with Natalie McMaster and Donnell Leahy when they perform a Celtic Family Christmas at home. While it’s been a difficult year for us all, this is a show that will remind you of better times and what’s really important, family. Grab some hot chocolate, wrap the gang in a blanket,...
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Light Up the Night is an initiative by the live events community across Canada, and Keyano Theatre is taking part.  Performance venues from across Canada will be raising awareness for the live entertainment industry that has been shut down due to COVID-19 by lighting up their facilities in red.  The goal is to remind us that the live entertainment industry is suffering with over 2,000 university and college educated professionals impacted and out of work.
On Tuesday,...
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Keyano College is seeking applications from local artists and performers to demonstrate or perform their craft during Alberta Culture Days in a ““pop up” environment on the Keyano College Front Lawn.
Taking place over four days, six scheduled live showcases are planned for performances and demonstrations.
The live showcases are part of a self-guided art walk at the College and will be taking place at the following times:
Thursday, September 14, 5-7...
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