DAVE KELLY LIVE June 14 Expect the unexpected and everything else at this “ uniquely Calgary ” live talk show , which combines performances , interviews , videos , comedy , and interactive games , among other things . Guests range from artists to politicians , television stars to local volunteers . Tonight ' s show is devoted to Father ’ s Day — perfect for a night out with dear old dad ( page 32 ).
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DEAN BRODY
The Juno Awardwinning country star is on the road with his album Beautiful Freakshow ( page 30 ).
SOUL2SOUL
Country music power couple Tim McGraw and Faith Hill co-headline this mega tour ( page 30 ).
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A seminal part of the metal scene since 1977 , the English band is touring its 11th album ( page 30 ).
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SHAKESPEARE BY THE BOW : AS YOU LIKE IT June 20 - August 27 Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy Theatre Calgary ’ s annual Shakespeare production outdoors in the beautiful Prince ’ s Island Park . This year ’ s play is the pastoral comedy As You Like It , packed with pratfalls , mistaken identities , and love triangles . The performance features Calgary ’ s up-and-coming young actors and is pay-what-you-will ( page 33 ).
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SLED ISLAND June 21 - 25 This multi-genre , alternative music fest truly has something for everyone , from metalcore pioneers Converge to folkpop singer Weyes Blood . This year ’ s guest curator is the visionary producer , rapper , DJ , label owner , and filmmaker Flying Lotus . It ’ s not all about the tunes , though — movie theatres and art galleries open their doors to Sled filmmakers and artists , and the festival has hosted some of the biggest names in comedy . Many venues are all-ages ( page 30 ).
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BURTON CUMMINGS June 25 Guess who ? The singer and songwriter responsible for hit songs like “ American Woman ,” “ These Eyes ,” and “ Stand Tall ” is returning to Calgary . Cummings was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2016 , and his marker is on display at the National Music Centre ( page 30 ).
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HOLLERADO
These Canadian rockers are known for having released a digital album containing 111 original songs ( page 30 ).
LILAC FESTIVAL
Celebrate summer at this street fest packed with entertainment , artisan crafts , and food ( page 30 ).
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BONNIE RAITT
You ’ ll have “ Something to Talk About ” when this blues performer hits the stage ( page 30 ).
RYAN ADAMS
The prolific rocker has released 16 solo albums in 17 years , including 2017 ’ s Prisoner ( page 30 ).
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