The Claresholm Arts Society hosted quilting and musical theatre camps at the Claresholm Community Centre from July 20 to 24. Here, the musical theatre students wrap up camp on Friday afternoon by performing the show they had been working on all week. For full coverage please see page five. Photo by Rob Vogtpage five. Photo by Rob Vogt
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Arts Society has been honoured for its hard work and dedication on not one but two of its musical theatre productions.CalgaryACTS, Calgary’s Alliance of Community Theatres recently announced the nominations for the 2026 Community Theatre Awards, where the Claresholm Arts Society earned 12 nominations for their production of “Annie” and 13 nominations for “Little Shop of … Read more…
The students of local music teacher Michelle DeDominicis held their annual spring recital at Faith Community Baptist Church on Friday, May 29. Here, Mark Penner sings “The Kite”. Photo by Rob Vogt
By Leah Pelletier, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BANFF NATIONAL PARK – It’s the smell of fresh paint that takes artist Hali Heavy Shield back to her childhood. From helping her mom, Faye Heavy Shield, install pieces in galleries to learning a craft by her side, Hali’s artistic journey has always been closely tied to her mother’s. “She would have piles of … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new exhibit at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is bringing fresh attention to the ancient tradition of the buffalo hunt, honouring the ingenuity and deep cultural roots of the Blackfoot people while offering visitors a vivid glimpse into a complex, ceremonial and communal practice that sustained their communities for millennia. Unveiled June 18, the display … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Tickets are going fast for the Claresholm Arts Society’s latest production, “Arsenic and Old Lace”.The show is set to take the stage at the Claresholm Community Centre on May 7, 8, 9, and two shows on May 10. The May 9 show will be a dinner theatre.“Arsenic and Old Lace” tells the story of Mortimer Brewster, who … Read more…
By Rob Vogt What would you do if there was a chance you would lose your community hall?A group of young people decided to host a talent show to save theirs.That is the premise of “The Holiday Jukebox”, the latest production being staged by Stavely’s Unique Character House, or SUCH Drama group.“The Holiday Jukebox” will take the stage at the Claresholm … Read more…