Where Edmonton Magazine November/December 2017 | Page 10

NOVEMBER
WESTERN ART GALLERY
Find some inspiring art at this exhibition of western artisans , who will have their painting , sculpture , and metal work on display . ( pg 20 )
HALSEY
Get “ Closer ” to this electropop American songwriter — and guests PartyNextDoor and Charli XCX — on her Hopeless Fountain Kingdom Tour ! ( pg 27 )
DANGEROUS LIAISONS
This erotic dance performance will thrill you as it follows the psychological warfare and sexual desires of Louis XIV ’ s court . ( pg 27 )
DALLAS SMITH
You ’ ll be feeling the blissful “ Side Effects ” of an amazing concert if you catch this platinumselling country star live ! ( pg 26 )
AMADEUS LIVE
A full orchestra and choir will perform Mozart ’ s most celebrated works live as this multi- Academy-Awardwinning period drama is shown on the big screen ! ( pg 26 )
MIKE TYSON
Hear untold , personal stories from the heavyweight boxing champ as he shares how he overcame his tragedy and public turmoil at this intimate evening . ( pg 28 )
THE MUSIC OF STAR WARS
Transport yourself to a galaxy far , far away and feel like you ’ re in the cantina at Mos Eisley as you enjoy the scores from these Hollywood blockbusters ! ( pg 27 )
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN WINE FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 10 & 11 Sip and savour fine wine , spirits , and beer at this party for your taste buds ! Celebrating 20 years , Alberta ’ s biggest wine and food event will also feature tasty bites from local restaurants and a DJ spinning the hits from the last 20 years . Shaw Conference Centre , $ 19 –$ 37 ; call 1-866-228-3555 or visit rockymountainwine . com for tickets .
GEORGE TAKEI
NOVEMBER 29 Oh my ! Popular for his portrayal of Hikaru Sulu on the TV series Star Trek , this actor and activist has become a social media force after garnering over 10 million likes on his Facebook page for sharing humorous commentary and strong opinions on political issues . At this talk presented by the Edmonton Public Library , Takei will share pearls of wisdom and captivating stories from his long life and career . Shaw Conference Centre , $ 15 ; visit epl . ca for tickets .
RAINBOW VISIONS
NOVEMBER 2 – 5 Turning the spotlight onto LGBTQ cinema , this annual festival shares moving and critically acclaimed films on queer experiences . Highlights include a historical drama on popular figure Tom of Finland and a documentary about the Stonewall black transgender activist : The Death and Life of Marsha P . Johnson . Metro Cinema at the Garneau , $ 10 –$ 12 per film ; call 780-425-9212 or visit rainbowvisions . ca for tickets .
COLD SPECKS
NOVEMBER 23 In her most personal album of music yet , Ladan Hussein ( known on the stage as Cold Specks ) explores her Somali-Canadian identity with a mix of sorrow and joy in each indie rock song . Her enthralling lyrics and soulful voice — a style of music that ' s been called " doom-soul "— will make for an intimate evening that will leave you with a cathartic and healing afterglow . The Needle Vinyl Tavern , $ 20 –$ 25 ; call or visit theneedle . ca for tickets .
PHOTOS BY NORMAN WONG ; COURTESY ALBERTA BALLET ; NORTHLANDS ; LIVE NATION ; ATTILA GLATZ CONCERT PRODUCTIONS , INC .; GETTY IMAGES ; ROCKY MOUNTAIN WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL ; EDMONTON PUBLIC LIBRARY ; UNIVERSAL MUSIC CANADA ; RAINBOW VISIONS
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