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Work of the week celebrates World Art Day 2026

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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.

Ekphrastic Poetry Showcase

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The 2026 Edmonton Poetry Festival invites poetry and visual art enthusiasts alike to join us at the Art Gallery of Alberta on April 16, 2026 for a special showcase of ekphrastic poetry: a writing practice in which the poet describes, translates, or otherwise writes in reaction to a piece of visual art.

DEADLINE: April 16, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Book Launch and Signing: Fairy Tales for Hopeless Girls

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Rena Joy, author of Almost Loved, is back again with a second collection, Fairy Tales for Hopeless Girls. Join her for an afternoon of poetry at Indigo Bookstore, Westside Edmonton.

DEADLINE: May 3, 2026 - 3:00 pm

FREE Open Studio Q&A with Evan Brien at KOAC

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Please join us at the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre (KOAC) in Calgary for a special Open Studio Q&A with our April Artist-in-Residence, Evan Brien.

DEADLINE: April 26, 2026 - 4:00 pm

LAYERS: The 2026 MacEwan Design Portfolio Show

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On behalf of the MacEwan University Design program, we are pleased to invite you to the Opening Reception of our annual Portfolio Show and to introduce this year's graduating class to the Edmonton design community.

DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Remembering Horst Schmid, former Alberta Minister of Culture

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Horst Schmid passed away April 4, 2026 at the age of 92.

Classic Burlesque Bump & Grind Workshop (Grindstone Theatre)

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Learn classic burlesque bump & grind with Kiki Quinn in a fun, empowering 2-hour workshop. Build confidence and perform a sassy routine.

DEADLINE: April 26, 2026 - 4:00 am

Grindstone Theatre School - Summer Adult Classes 2026

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Acting, improv, theatre, and stand-up classes for adults. Develop performance skills, confidence, and creativity, ending in a showcase.

DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Grindstone Theatre School - Summer Camps 2026

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Summer camps for kids and teens ages 5–17. Explore comedy, acting, improv, film, magic, and musical theatre. Build confidence.

DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Women's Pop-Up Screening - Edmonton Short Film Festival

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Join us for a FREE Pop-Up Screening featuring Alberta's talented women filmmakers!

DEADLINE: April 30, 2026 - 7:00 pm