Duane Linklater is committed to broadening the conversation around Indigenous art and art-making in Canada. Degrees in Native Studies (’03 BA), a BFA (’05) and a MFA from Bard College in New York in 2012 speak to his commitment, but they are only part of the story. Through numerous (and acclaimed) gallery exhibits, video and … Read moreDuane Linklater: the voice of contemporary Indigenous art – curious arts
Starting Sunday 11 September 2016U of A PLAYWRIGHTS FORUMFacilitated by Colleen Murphy Lee Playwright in Residencewww.colleenmurphy.caWhen: Sundays 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.Where: Sandra Faye Guberman Reading RoomRm. 3-136 in the Fine Arts Building Why:Because playwright Edward Bond says, ‘The human mind is a dramatic structure in itself and our society is absolutely saturated with drama.’ If … Read moreColleen Murphy Facilitates new U of A Playwrights Forum – curious arts
Ethnomusicologist and educator Daya Madhur uses the fine arts to build communities and transform lives, including her own Many years ago when Daya Madhur’s parents signed up their shy and fearful daughter for choir, no one had any idea that this first immersion in the arts would blossom into a career. Additional lessons ensued, including drama, … Read moreDaya Madhur’s musical journey into the world – curious arts
The 29th Sterling Award nominations have been released and it is a good looking list. We are very proud of our Department of Drama Alumni who make a big appearance in the list of nominees. Hosted by Drama Alumni Mary Hulbert & Garett Ross, the ceremony will take place June 27th at the Mayfield Dinner … Read moreSterling Award nominations – curious arts
There are innumerable methodologies and aesthetic values to negotiate when undertaking an adaptation for the stage. The most apparent approach is a simple transposition of narrative or “staging the plot.” While transposition can lead to very stage-worthy work, it can be artistically problematic when it fails to address the urgent questions of adaptation, the first … Read moreThe Act of Adaptation: Form, Content and the Quest to Make Meaning – curious arts