Upcoming events and workshops
National Music Centre Presents ‘If You Believe in Love: A Black History Month Celebration’
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In honour of Black History Month, National Music Centre presents a special matinee event showcasing the richness of Calgary's Black music community.
A tribute to the Black Calgarians who are shaping Calgary’s cultural landscape, the event will feature performances by R&B artist LATISHA, spoken word poet Adetola “aloT of Poetry” Adedipe, Louis Brothers, the Diversity Performing Arts Club of Calgary, and steel pan-player Kai Nicholas. Curated by the legendary Master T and hosted by CKUA Radio’s Priscilla Cherry, this inspiring afternoon will bring together a powerful blend of music, dance, spoken word, and storytelling.
Beyond the performances, the event will also highlight key Black-led community organizations. Representatives from Carifest, Ethnik Festival, the Caribbean Associations of Calgary, Nigerian Canadian Association of Calgary, Realize Your Potential Youth Society, and WH Calgary will take part in on-stage interviews throughout the show, sharing their missions, initiatives, and the impact of their work. These conversations will be woven between performances, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the contributions and legacies of Black communities in Calgary.
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NAPPY presented by NAPPY Dance Collective Second Show
NAPPY’s second season features bold works by Cindy Ansah, Tiara Matusin in collaboration with Christahh Ahh, Shermar Herbert, Jared Tobias Herring, M'Kayla Kongnetiman, and Mpoe Mogale. plus a dance film by Sam Darius. The event includes a Black business market, gallery, pre-show concert, and afterparty. A new livestream feature captures the evening’s journey, celebrating contemporary Black expression and creativity.
NAPPY presented by N.A.P. P. Y. Dance Collective - Opening Night
NAPPY’s second season features bold works by Cindy Ansah, Tiara Matusin in collaboration with Christahh Ahh, Shermar Herbert, Jared Tobias Herring, M'Kayla Kongnetiman, and Mpoe Mogale. plus a dance film by Sam Darius. The event includes a Black business market, gallery, pre-show concert, and afterparty. A new livestream feature captures the evening’s journey, celebrating contemporary Black expression and creativity.
Calgary Poetry Slam
Doors open at 6:30PM
Sign up opens at 7:00PM
Show starts at 7:30PM
Tickets are at the door, cash only!
General Admission - $10
Student or low income - $5
Zizi and Friends
An immersive night of art and music hosted by local musician ZIZI.
I will be performing poertry and there will be some amazinfgvendors, music and more !
artwork by @chromacreations.ca
Calgary BIPOC Professionals Mixer
At this event, we will also delve into the topic of unlocking financial opportunities for BIPOC entrepreneurs. Navigating investments and loans is crucial for business growth, and understanding these aspects can significantly impact your entrepreneurial journey.
Black History Month Story Café: From the Black Immigrant's Perspective
Come and experience an evening of tales about Black History Month from the perspective of African immigrants through music, spoken word poetry and storytelling.
Hosted by: SARAH UWADIAE
February 28, 2024
6:30 - 8:30 pm
By Donation: $20 or pay what you can
BHM Presents: Beyond a Token with Calgary Public Library
Courtney Walcott Ward 8 City Councillor, BHM and Alcove Centre or the Arts Presents: Beyond a Token Arts showcase and panel discussion about the importance of Black Art beyond tokenism.
Free Registration
Alberta NDP Caucus BHM Celebration
Poetry performance and Panel, Thursday 8 Feb Alt Hotel East Village. Free Registration, Food, Drinks and important covnersation !
Ehnik Festival of Arts & Culture
This will be my third time performing for Ethnik Festivals. I’m excited to represent African Poets on this stage of this amazing festival that celebrates the diversity in Calgary.
Venus: Future LoveArts Commons TD Incubator Cabaret
Featuring a guest appearance by rapper and videographer Gbohunmi and live performances by electronic R&B and pop trio Lost Decade and spoken word poet Bubba B the MC and aloT of Poetry, as well as visual projections by Mackenzie Bedford,Venus: Future Love will turn the heat up in the cold of outer space.
Come early and stay late to meet the artists in our intergalactic lobby featuring tunes by Catfishthewizard (Feb. 10) and DJ Jadé (Feb. 11). - Arts Commons
"A talk show that takes place in a spaceship is exactly what we all need." - Afros in tha City
ALL THE WAY UP
Hosted by Cobra Collins and Josie Veness, All the way up is an amazing Open mic events started at the Legendary venue Koi and has moved venues to The Attic YYC- an iconic live event venue found on the Music Mill in Inglewood, Calgary.
Live Music and Poetry at KOI
Come and Experience Tennyson King and Josie Vaness for a night of live music and poetry at Koi Calgary. Opening poetry by aloT of Poetry, it will be a magical evening for all!
OMNI Showcase
An immersive Creative Event!
Hip hop, singers, song writers, vendors, poetry
