This week, we ask director Louis B. Hobson about adapting Agatha Christie for the stage. Writer Erik Richards tells us about sickness, punk rock, love, and noise in a new Fringe show.
We learn about a new animated film, Where Rabbits Come From. We’re on location with Alberta Ballet for a dress rehearsal of The Nutcracker. And a new University of Alberta fine arts exhibit includes works by Darcy Fraser and Tanya Klimp.
Monday, November 25 at 10:40am MT on Discoveries
Agatha Christie’s best-selling crime novel And Then There Were None has been adapted to the stage by Workshop Theatre. CKUA’s Leo Cripps chats with the director, Louis B. Hobson.
Tuesday, November 26 at 5:40pm MT on Traffic Jams
The play Brother Rat explores the triumphs and pitfalls of our metal wellness system. This Fringe Theatre production features music by Josh Meredith and writer Erik Richards. CKUA’s Lisa Wilton learns more about this production when she talks with Erik Richards.
Wednesday, November 27 at 1:40pm MT on Thoroughfare
The short film Where Rabbits Come From is a heartfelt and imaginative work that united some of the animation world’s most iconic talents. This international collaboration recently qualified for consideration at the 97th Academy Awards! CKUA’s Tony King will find out more.
Thursday, November 28 at 12:40pm MT on The Upload
The holiday classic, The Nutcracker, returns to Alberta Ballet! CKUA’s Kate Stevens will capture the sounds and excitement from the show’s dress rehearsal.
Friday, November 29 at 8:40am MT on Alberta Morning
The University of Alberta’s FAB Gallery will present This Show is Trash, which features collections from two Master of Fine Arts candidates, Darcy Fraser Macdonald and Tanya Klimp. CKUA’s Grant Stovel will learn more about this exhibition from the artists.
