This week, we learn about a new art project that transforms Calgary Transit buses. We meet multi-talented artist Samuel Kugbiyi.
We find out about Wildfire, a play that’s been described as both tragic and hilarious. Jens Lindemann gets ready for a holiday concert at The Banff Centre. And Laila Biali‘s new album is a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of winter.
Monday, December 2 at 10:40am MT on Discoveries
Artist and designer Lyndon Navalta has transformed one of seven Calgary Transit buses with their original artwork showcasing the wildflowers and colours of Calgary’s Nose Hill Park. Lyndon joins CKUA’s Leo Cripps to talk about this exciting project.
Tuesday, December 3 at 5:40pm MT on Traffic Jams
December’s Artist of the Month at the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation is the multi-talented Samuel Kugbiyi. He’s a versatile actor, writer, voiceover artist, and visual artist. He is also the co-founder of SAK Productions, and in that capacity has collaborated with organizations like UNESCO, the BBC, and Amnesty International. He stops by to chat with CKUA’s Lisa Wilton.
Wednesday, December 4 at 1:40pm MT on Thoroughfare
CKUA’s Tony King is joined by director Jovanni Sy to discuss the multi-generational play Wildfire, which is about triplets, misfits, and slow-burning family trauma.
Thursday, December 5 at 12:40pm MT on The Upload
The Jens Lindemann Holiday Concert is coming The Banff Centre on December 14! The legendary Albertan trumpeter and flugelhornist presents an evening packed with musical holiday cheer and extra-special guests, as well as a tribute to trumpet greats through the ages, from Louis Armstrong to Herb Alpert to Chuck Mangione. CKUA’s Kate Stevens chats with this talented musician about this special evening.
Friday, December 6 at 8:40am MT on Alberta Morning
Laila Biali’s new album is a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of the winter season. She chats with CKUA’s Grant Stovel before returning to Alberta for dates in Canmore, Edmonton, and Medicine Hat in early December.
