An MFA sculptor in her creative space What draws you to sculpture as a medium? I am drawn to three-dimensional figurative or abstract forms by their depth and movement. Creating sculpture allows me to use my hands to transform things and work spatially, using and expressing my sensitivity of touch. I love working with form … Read moreIn the Studio with Agnieszka Koziarz – curious arts
Sex and gender politics skewered in Loveplay While some are afraid of the term feminism, a playwright like Moira Buffini is not worried about confronting the concept through her plays. She demonstrates her prowess with satire through Loveplay, a thoroughly enjoyable journey that addresses gender, sexuality and queer identity, all while keeping the audience engaged … Read moreMoira Buffini’s contributions to feminist satire – curious arts
Open Access Week 2014 Imagine being able to read any academic publication you like, at no cost to you. Today this isn’t possible. Traditionally, most academic publications, such as peer-reviewed research articles, have not been freely available to anyone who wants to read them. Access to most scholarly journals is too expensive for individual readers. … Read moreDesign Students Unlock Generation Open – curious arts
Ken Wissoker addressed a packed auditorium in the University of Alberta’s Humanities Centre This past Thursday, October 16, 2014, the University of Alberta’s Department of Art & Design presented a very special guest: Ken Wissoker, Editorial Director of Duke University Press. Introduced by Professor Natalie Loveless, Ken spoke to a full auditorium in the Humanities … Read more/writing-and-publishing
British playwright Moira Buffini in the spotlight withtwo Buffini plays on the Studio Theatre mainstage this fall Moira Buffini, British playwright. Photo courtesy United Agents Inc. UK. A satirist. A feminist. Wickedly smart and funny. Moira Buffini speaks to this generation like no other playwright. The University of Alberta’s Studio Theatre will be among the … Read moreUniversity of Alberta kicks off Buffini Festival – curious arts