Where Edmonton Magazine September/October 2017 | Page 9

THE WEEKND
OCTOBER
OCTOBER 2  “Tell Your Friends” not
to miss this critically acclaimed R&B
artist who puts on an incredible, jaw-
dropping show! During his Starboy:
Legend of the Fall 2017 World Tour, you
can take in many of his chart-topping
earworms, including “Can’t Feel My
Face,” “The Hills,” and "Kiss Land."
You’ve “Earned It”—catch this Grammy
Award-winning and multi-platinum-
selling singer live! Rogers Place,
$40–$176; call 1-855-985-5000 or
visit ticketmaster.ca for tickets.
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MEN OF THE
STRIP
OCTOBER 20 & 21  From a founding
member of popular boyband 98
Degrees comes this thrilling show of
heartthrobs for a new generation! Jeff
Timmons and his group of gorgeous
men put a fresh take on the male
revue with stunning choreography
and music. These too-hot-to-touch
boys will have you screaming with
delight all night long! River Cree Resort,
$60; call 1-855-985-5000 or visit
ticketmaster.ca for tickets.
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OCTOBER 27–29  The opening of Citie
Ballet’s new season will be an homage
to one of the most celebrated jazz
icons, Nina Simone. The music of this
poet and activist will set the pace
and tone for a stunning new work by
choreographer Alysa Pires, which
will appear alongside a new work by
artistic director Jorden Morris. Don’t
miss this illuminating duet of local
talent and dance! Timms Centre, $45;
call 780-472-7774 or visit citieballet.ca
for tickets.
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TEGAN & SARA
OCTOBER 31  Celebrating 10 years
since the release of their iconic album,
The Con, this Canadian indie pop duo is
touring with acoustic versions of their
favourite songs. Hear catchy tunes
including “Back in Your Head” and
“Burn Your Life Down” at this intimate
evening of nostalgic hits. You’ll be
“So Jealous” of your friends if you
miss out on this remixed tour! Jubilee
Auditorium, $34–$68; call 1-855-
985-5000 or visit ticketmaster.ca
for tickets.

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MIRANDA LAMBERT
This Texas-born country
singer will perform hits from
her new album, The Weight
of These Wings, along with
chart-toppers “Kerosene”
and “Gunpowder & Lead.”
(pg 23)
UP+DOWNTOWN FESTIVAL
Wintersleep, Cadence Weapon, and more
are features in
this indie festival
that fills eclectic
downtown venues
with music
throughout the
weekend. (pg 24)
ARCADE FIRE
After critical
acclaim for
their album, The
Suburbs, these
Montreal-based
indie rockers are back with their latest,
Everything Now. (pg 22)
A DOLL’S HOUSE
Henrik Ibsen’s
controversial play
features one of the
most challenging
roles in theatre, Nora
Helmer, who’s referred
to as the “female
Hamlet.” (pg 26)
EDMONTON COMEDY
FESTIVAL
Laugh out loud at headliners
Debra DiGiovanni and
Scott Thompson, who
will perform at the new
Pride Gala with LGBTQ
comedians! (pg 22)
CONSTELLATIONS
Questioning the difference
between choice and
destiny, this romantic
journey follows a man
and woman’s infinite
possibilities as their
relationship plays out
on stage. (pg 26)
GORDON LIGHTFOOT
Enjoy a soothing evening
of music as this national
treasure performs his folk
hits, including “Canadian
Railroad Trilogy” and
“If You Could Read My
Mind.” (pg 23)
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2017 // where.ca

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