Where Edmonton Magazine January/February 2018

Entertainment BY TAM A RA ASCH E N B R E N N E R INTERCONNECTED EXPLORATIONS ICY ART JANUARY 25–28 & FEBRUARY 1–4 Visit one of winter’s hottest events and discover a giant ice slide, interactive activities, live entertainment, and the International Ice Carving Competition at the Ice on Whyte Festival. The competition has attracted artists from as far away as Russia, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Mexico, and the winners compete in the Canada Cup of Ice Carving—which in 2019 will be held in Edmonton! Participate in a drop-in ice-carving lesson in an inflatable igloo, or chill out with friends in the Ice Bar with locally crafted beers and spirits. End of Steel Park, Gateway Blvd. & Tommy Banks Way, $4–$7; tickets available at the gate or visit iceonwhyte.ca for more information. 22 where.ca // JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018 FEELS LIKE LIGHTNING FEBRUARY 23 & 24 Are you “Getting Ready to Get Down?” For 20 years, American musician Josh Ritter has blended folk, gospel, and rock and roll for his own distinctive Americana style. Considered one of the 100 greatest living songwriters, he is on tour with the Royal City Band and his new album, Gathering. Arden Theatre, 5 St. Anne St., $48; call 780-459-1542 or visit ticketmaster.ca for tickets. LAURA FEBRUARY 23–25 The Citie Ballet’s second performance of the season highlights the new works of emerging artists. Aptly named Intersect, this powerful performance will bring together two dynamic pieces. Get swept away by the energy of former Les Ballet Jazz de Montreal soloist Brett Taylor. His dance, “Gate 3,” narrates the emotional intersections of human movement, while Edmonton choreographer Kiera Keglowitsch’s piece explores artistic creation and the mental exertions and self- thinking required. Her work will be framed by digitized projections created by artists from the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts. Timms Centre for the Arts, University of Alberta, 112 St. & 87 Ave., $35–$45; call 780- 420-1757 or visit citieballet.ca for tickets.

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