Northern Arts & Cultural Centre

Mamma Mia! Sing-Along
2024-11-09 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
For the first time since 2019, NACC is excited to host a series of sing-along movie musical events! Whether you catch yourself softly humming along to the soundtrack, or are belting each note, these events are bound to be a great time! Each screening will have an MC to lead you through the evening & lyrics displayed right on screen. Costumes are not only welcome, but ENCOURAGED. Join us while we celebrate some of the most beloved movie musicals. For one night (and one night only)… it’s a Mamma Mia sing-along! We’re calling all Dancing Queens & Super Troupers to join us for the ultimate trip down the aisle. Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago. Break out your sequins and bust out your bell bottoms to join us for the ultimate feel-good sing along.

Rating: PG-13

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Inkwo for When the Starving Return
2024-11-07 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Join the creative team, writers and producer of Inkwo for When the Starving Return (18 minutes) for a free in depth conversation and screening of this incredible film.

Two lifetimes from now the world hangs in the balance. Dove, a young, enigmatic, gender-shifting warrior, discovers the gifts and burdens of their Inkwo (medicine) to defend against an army of hungry, ferocious monsters. Dove’s courage, resilience and alliance with the Earth culminate in a battle against these flesh-consuming creatures, who become stronger with each body and soul they devour. Inkwo for When the Starving Return is a call to action to fight and protect against the forces of greed around us.

Watch the trailer here!

The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is a proud sponsor of this showing.

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sing-Along
2024-10-19 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
For the first time since 2019, NACC is excited to host a series of sing-along movie musical events! Whether you catch yourself softly humming along to the soundtrack, or are belting each note, these events are bound to be a great time!

When Brad and Janet are stranded in a creepy castle, a plethora of ghoulish hosts take them on a strange journey they’ll never forget. The Rocky Horror Picture Show singalong hit the NACC stage back in 2019, and we’ve been SCREAMING for more ever since! Your MC will lead you through the evening’s participation, including an audience costume contest! This cult classic event comes just in time for Halloween, but the wait might leave you steeped in antici….PATION. Take a jump to the left, a step to the right, and grab your tickets for the haunt of your life!

Our MC will lead you through the evening’s participation, and host activities (including a costume contest)! We encourage you to dress up and join us in celebrating one of the most beloved movie musicals.

Rating: 14-A

Each ticket includes one prop bag to be used during the screening. Instructions on the props will be provided by our MC at the evening’s showing.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sing-Along in 2019The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sing-Along in 2019

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Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony
2024-10-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
The Institute for Canadian Citizenship, in collaboration with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada, is pleased to host an enhanced citizenship ceremony at the Northern Arts & Cultural Centre on October 9th from 9 AM to 11 AM. This is a wonderful opportunity to witness individuals from diverse backgrounds becoming Canadian citizens. We hope you’ll come out to support and celebrate this momentous occasion with us!

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/s9GvQCkL1J by Monday, October 7th.

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FREE SCREENING OF SUGARCANE
2024-10-04 18:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Please join us for a free community screening of the documentary film SUGARCANE at the Northern Arts and Cultural Center on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 6:30 PM. Doors will open at 5:30 PM. Refreshments will be served from 5:30-6:30 PM. Q&A with the filmmakers to follow the screening. THIS EVENT IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED, EARLY ARRIVAL IS ENCOURAGED.

A stunning tribute to the resilience of Native people and their way of life, SUGARCANE, the debut feature documentary from Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, is an epic cinematic portrait of a community during a moment of international reckoning.

FREE ADMISSION

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New York International Vocal Ensemble in Fort Smith
2024-09-26 19:30 | Roaring Rapids Hall, Ft. Smith, NT, Canada
A brand-new concert made just for NACC with a rising opera star from New York & An ensemble of WORLD CLASS musicians!

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive, “sonorous”, and “stentorian bass voice”, also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

He performs with an ensemble of musicians of diverse backgrounds including Daniel Beliavsky who is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. He has performed in Europe and throughout the United States with both orchestra and in recital–notable engagements include concerto performances with the Milwaukee and New Jersey Symphony Orchestras and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. Joining the ensemble is Dominican tenor José Heredia. Mr. Heredia was a 1st Prize Winner of the 2014 NJ Association of Verismo Opera International Vocal Competition, and a finalist/encouragement award winner of the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2017, José Heredia has thrilled audiences with his voice of “Pavarottian shimmer.”

The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is thrilled to welcome Kofi Hayford and his ensemble to the stage again as the opener of our 40th Anniversary Season.

The Ensemble

Daniel Beliavsky, Ph.D., is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. Daniel produces music documentaries through his production company, Opus1films, which in 2011 released Sonata (1957), a film about the distinguished American composer Donald Harris’s opus one, the Sonata for piano, and about Harris’s early career in Paris. Now Chair of the Fine Art and Music Department at Yeshiva University in New York City, Daniel has been a visiting professor of music theory, piano performance, aesthetics, writing about music, and history at several universities.

A 1st Prize Winner of the 2014 NJ Association of Verismo Opera International Vocal Competition, and a finalist/encouragement award winner of the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2017, Dominican tenor José Heredia has thrilled audiences with his voice of “Pavarottian shimmer.” Mr. Heredia started singing in a church in New York back in 2006. He attended Nyack College and the Manhattan School of Music, and studied with the tenor Dr. Dana Talley and the mezzo-soprano Mignon Dunn of the Metropolitan Opera.

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive” (Brooklyn Discovery) “sonorous”, (Meet Me at the Opera) and “stentorian bass voice” (National Herald) also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

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Kofi Hayford and Daniel Beliavsky during their NWT tour in 2019.

New York International Vocal Ensemble in Hay River
2024-09-25 19:30 | Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Hay River

New York International Vocal Ensemble in Fort Simpson
2024-09-23 19:30 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Fort Simpson

New York International Vocal Ensemble
2024-09-21 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
A brand-new concert made just for NACC with a rising opera star from New York & An ensemble of WORLD CLASS musicians!

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive, “sonorous”, and “stentorian bass voice”, also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

In Yellowknife he performs with an ensemble of musicians of diverse backgrounds including Daniel Beliavsky who is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. He has performed in Europe and throughout the United States with both orchestra and in recital–notable engagements include concerto performances with the Milwaukee and New Jersey Symphony Orchestras and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. Joining the ensemble in Yellowknife is Dominican tenor José Heredia. Mr. Heredia was a 1st Prize Winner of the 2014 NJ Association of Verismo Opera International Vocal Competition, and a finalist/encouragement award winner of the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2017, José Heredia has thrilled audiences with his voice of “Pavarottian shimmer.” They will be accompanied by award-winning Mezzo-soprano Mary Beth Nelson, who was recently praised by Opera News for her “ardent, focused, von-Stadean mezzo” with Juilliard Opera in Handel’s Atalanta with the Juilliard415 historical performance orchestra.

The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is thrilled to welcome Kofi Hayford and his ensemble to the stage again as the opener of our 40th Anniversary Season.

The Ensemble

Daniel Beliavsky, Ph.D., is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. Daniel produces music documentaries through his production company, Opus1films, which in 2011 released Sonata (1957), a film about the distinguished American composer Donald Harris’s opus one, the Sonata for piano, and about Harris’s early career in Paris. Now Chair of the Fine Art and Music Department at Yeshiva University in New York City, Daniel has been a visiting professor of music theory, piano performance, aesthetics, writing about music, and history at several universities.

A 1st Prize Winner of the 2014 NJ Association of Verismo Opera International Vocal Competition, and a finalist/encouragement award winner of the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2017, Dominican tenor José Heredia has thrilled audiences with his voice of “Pavarottian shimmer.” Mr. Heredia started singing in a church in New York back in 2006. He attended Nyack College and the Manhattan School of Music, and studied with the tenor Dr. Dana Talley and the mezzo-soprano Mignon Dunn of the Metropolitan Opera.

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive” (Brooklyn Discovery) “sonorous”, (Meet Me at the Opera) and “stentorian bass voice” (National Herald) also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

Mezzo-soprano Mary Beth Nelson was recently praised by OperaNews for her “ardent, focused, von-Stadean mezzo” with Juilliard Opera in Handel’s Atalanta with the Juilliard415 historical performance orchestra. Last summer, she joined the Filene Artists roster at Wolf Trap Opera, singing Siébel in Gounod’s Faust, as well as a recital with pianist Steven Blier.

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Kofi Hayford and Daniel Beliavsky during their NWT tour in 2019.

New York International Vocal Ensemble in Inuvik
2024-09-19 19:30 | Igloo Church / Our lady of Victory Parish, Inuvik, NT, Canada
A brand-new concert made just for NACC with a rising opera star from New York & An ensemble of WORLD CLASS musicians!

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive, “sonorous”, and “stentorian bass voice”, also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

He performs with an ensemble of musicians of diverse backgrounds including Daniel Beliavsky who is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. He has performed in Europe and throughout the United States with both orchestra and in recital–notable engagements include concerto performances with the Milwaukee and New Jersey Symphony Orchestras and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. Joining the ensemble is Dominican tenor José Heredia. Mr. Heredia was a 1st Prize Winner of the 2014 NJ Association of Verismo Opera International Vocal Competition, and a finalist/encouragement award winner of the Giulio Gari International Vocal Competition in 2015 and 2017, José Heredia has thrilled audiences with his voice of “Pavarottian shimmer.”

The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is thrilled to welcome Kofi Hayford and his ensemble to the stage again as the opener of our 40th Anniversary Season.

The Ensemble

Daniel Beliavsky, Ph.D., is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. Daniel produces music documentaries through his production company, Opus1films, which in 2011 released Sonata (1957), a film about the distinguished American composer Donald Harris’s opus one, the Sonata for piano, and about Harris’s early career in Paris. Now Chair of the Fine Art and Music Department at Yeshiva University in New York City, Daniel has been a visiting professor of music theory, piano performance, aesthetics, writing about music, and history at several universities.

Mezzo-soprano Mary Beth Nelson was recently praised by OperaNews for her “ardent, focused, von-Stadean mezzo” with Juilliard Opera in Handel’s Atalanta with the Juilliard415 historical performance orchestra. Last summer, she joined the Filene Artists roster at Wolf Trap Opera, singing Siébel in Gounod’s Faust, as well as a recital with pianist Steven Blier.

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive” (Brooklyn Discovery) “sonorous”, (Meet Me at the Opera) and “stentorian bass voice” (National Herald) also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

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Kofi Hayford and Daniel Beliavsky during their NWT tour in 2019.

New York International Vocal Ensemble in Norman Wells
2024-09-17 19:30 | Dennis Drolet Community Hall, Norman Wells, NT, Canada
A brand-new concert made just for NACC with a rising opera star from New York & An ensemble of WORLD CLASS musicians!

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive, “sonorous”, and “stentorian bass voice”, also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

He performs with an ensemble of musicians of diverse backgrounds including Daniel Beliavsky who is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. He has performed in Europe and throughout the United States with both orchestra and in recital–notable engagements include concerto performances with the Milwaukee and New Jersey Symphony Orchestras and the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra. They will be joined by award-winning Mezzo-soprano Mary Beth Nelson, who was recently praised by Opera News for her “ardent, focused, von-Stadean mezzo” with Juilliard Opera in Handel’s Atalanta with the Juilliard415 historical performance orchestra.

The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is thrilled to welcome Kofi Hayford and his ensemble to the stage again as the opener of our 40th Anniversary Season.

The Ensemble

Daniel Beliavsky, Ph.D., is an educator, concert pianist, music theorist, composer, and filmmaker. Daniel produces music documentaries through his production company, Opus1films, which in 2011 released Sonata (1957), a film about the distinguished American composer Donald Harris’s opus one, the Sonata for piano, and about Harris’s early career in Paris. Now Chair of the Fine Art and Music Department at Yeshiva University in New York City, Daniel has been a visiting professor of music theory, piano performance, aesthetics, writing about music, and history at several universities.

Mezzo-soprano Mary Beth Nelson was recently praised by OperaNews for her “ardent, focused, von-Stadean mezzo” with Juilliard Opera in Handel’s Atalanta with the Juilliard415 historical performance orchestra. Last summer, she joined the Filene Artists roster at Wolf Trap Opera, singing Siébel in Gounod’s Faust, as well as a recital with pianist Steven Blier.

Kofi Hayford is a young, prize-winning Ghanaian-American bass, described as possessing an “impressive” (Brooklyn Discovery) “sonorous”, (Meet Me at the Opera) and “stentorian bass voice” (National Herald) also produces a distinct sound – easily identified for its unique timbre. With almost 40 different operatic roles under his belt, he is swiftly building his reputation as an accomplished artist by bringing an “exciting” and “stunning” sound to the stage.

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Kofi Hayford and Daniel Beliavsky during their NWT tour in 2019.

Water Song
2024-06-15 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Free Admission – Donations Welcome

The Yellowknife Youth Choir is pleased to present their 10th Anniversary Concert “Water Song”. We started as an outreach project in 2014 in Listen Up! produced by NACC and the Gryphon Trio. For our concert this year we are pleased to present many string trio combinations as well as water songs for our future. Special guest artists include: Barbara Fortin-Clinton, Kathryn Oraas, violin; Flora Camuzet, Joanna Wilson, cello; Maica MacEachern, flute; Matthew Bui, Joe Curran, Aaron Juntilla, piano; Pat Braden, bass; Al Bee, drums and many choir alumni. The choir is accompanied by Keira Clinton and conducted by Susan Shantora.

This show runs approximately 90 minutes.

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Northern Special - Senior Show
2024-06-09 17:00 - 19:30, 2024-06-08 13:00 - 14:30, 2024-06-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Join Bella Dance Academy for a joyous performance marking our 20th season in Yellowknife! Hundreds of dancers take the stage, honouring the North in many ways, through a celebration of local musicians, artists, special guests, and much more.

Sunday June 9th’s performance will be followed with the awards showing.

Tickets go on sale April 22 at 9:00 am!

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Northern Special - Junior Show
2024-06-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Join Bella Dance Academy for a joyous performance marking our 20th season in Yellowknife! Our littlest dancers take the stage, honouring the North in many ways through a celebration of local musicians, artists, special guests, and much more.

Tickets go on sale April 22 at 9:00 am!

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Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex in Inuvik
2024-06-06 19:30 | Igloo Church / Our lady of Victory Parish, Inuvik, NT, Canada
Celebration of his Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Inuvik PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and Vocals

*Family Package Adult $15, Youth $5

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Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex in Norman Wells
2024-06-04 19:30 | Dennis Drolet Community Hall, Norman Wells, NT, Canada
Celebration of his Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Norman Wells PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and Vocals

*Family Package Adult $15, Youth $5

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Northwords Showcase
2024-05-31 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Readings by National and Local AuthorsWaubgeshig Rice, Carol Rose GoldenEagle, Marie Wilson, Alison McCreesh, Brandon Wint, Helen Knott, Ivan Coyote

2023 NorthWords NWT Book Award Announcement for Adult and Youth categoriesFeaturing Music by PrimeTimeHosted by Shannon Scott of CBC North

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Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex in Fort Smith
2024-05-30 19:30 | Roaring Rapids Hall, Ft. Smith, NT, Canada
Celebration of Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Fort Smith PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and VocalsTom Hudson – Vocals (Special Guest)

*Family Package Adult $15, Youth $5

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Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex in Hay River
2024-05-29 19:30 | Assumption Catholic Church, Hay River, NT, Canada
Celebration of Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Hay River PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and Vocals

*Family Package Adult $15, Youth $5

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Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex in Fort Simpson
2024-05-27 19:30 | Liidlii Kue Elementary School, Ft. Simpson, NT, Canada
A Celebration of Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Fort Simpson PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and Vocals

*Family Package Adult $15, Youth $5

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NACC Presents: Johnny Cole - Meet me at The Rex
2024-05-25 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
A Celebration of Metis Roots

For fifty years, Norman Glowach has been playing music in Yellowknife. He started playing the drums, but he also sings and plays guitar. Growing up in Yellowknife, Norm has been fortunate to play many styles of music. At an early age, he played in school bands and stage bands. Professionally, he’s played old time music, fiddle music, country music, rock & roll, jazz and blues. These musical experiences all come out in the music he writes and records. He has run his studio, Spiritwalker Productions, for over 30 years in downtown Yellowknife. Norm credits the driving force behind his persona Johnny Cole and the musical Meet Me at the Rex to be the pictures and stories of his family’s history. Norman started Meet Me at the Rex eleven years ago when he began searching for ancestors on his mother’s side. At that time, he was working at the NWT Archives. This gave him an understanding of how to access data from the various levels of archives in Canada. As information and images came forward about his ancestors, songs started to come to him. At that point, he didn’t have the idea of creating a production containing these songs – he was just trying to understand his roots. He began to understand his ancestors’ role in the development of Canada.

In his search, Norm was able to find French and Irish roots in the Red River Colony who mixed with Indigenous peoples, creating the Métis who populated Western Canada. As the show was coming together, long-time friends came forward to give him direction. One friend told him the roots he was writing about had a common theme: a story that was similar to that of many other Métis in our country. This gave focus to the project and has been a theme in shaping this show. Norm’s family roots run deep in Canada. Over the years, the branches stretched to Yellowknife. The production is called Meet Me at the Rex as an homage to Norman’s grandparents, who were the owners of this popular cafe from 1941 -1966. The Rex was a meeting place and home to many stories of how his family came to Yellowknife. He chose the 1950s time period to tell the story as this was a significant era for the Café. Norm has said, “At times, I’ve felt like my ancestors were guiding me in the writing of the songs, the searching for information, and are present during the live productions.”

Come on in, sit down, and have some coffee and pie. Meet me at the Rex.

Yellowknife PerformanceNorman Glowach – Johnny ColeDave Martineau – Guitar and VocalsPaul Martineau – Drums and VocalsPat Braden – Bass and VocalsLaura Vinson – VocalsKaren Shepard – Fiddle and VocalsTyler Hawkins – Guitar and VocalsPaul White – Piano and Vocals

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Spring Serenade
2024-05-23 19:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
Admission by donation at the door.

The Sir John Franklin High School music students are excited to share all of the great music that they have been working on this semester. Please join us for a night of movie music classics as well as some lively dance tunes. This concert will feature the Junior, Senior and Concert Bands, the Vocal Ensemble and Concert Choir as well as the William MacDonald School Music Academy Band.

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North of 60X60
2024-05-18 19:00, 2024-05-18 14:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
The Yellowknife Dance Collective presents North of 60X60, an hour of contemporary dance that will tickle your mind and ignite your imagination! With a diverse cast of more than 40 local dancers and featuring both established and emerging choreographers, North of 60X60 is a series of sixty, one-minute dance pieces combined to create a seamless one-hour performance. There is sure to be something for everyone – join us to experience this fast-moving and eclectic collection of dance moments designed to make you laugh, make you cry and make you think.

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A Melodic Tribute on Africa Day
2024-05-17 19:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
with Munya Mataruse and Friends

Yellowknife has heard the incredible music of Munya Mataruse as a solo artist, and now he comes to the stage with his full band to host a concert celebrating Africa Day, showcasing the impact of African music on the world. This musical journey will focus on the Southern African music scene, highlighting the diverse sounds and rhythms that have captivated audiences globally. The audience will experience how African music has changed lives and healed hearts across the world. Join Munya and Friends as they pay tribute to the rich musical heritage of Africa and the lasting influence it has on the global music industry on Africa Day.

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NACC Presents: BENCHED
2024-05-11 19:30 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
UPPERCUT DANSETEATREINTERNATIONAL GUESTS FROM DENMARK

BENCHED is a brutally honest bodily tale about life’s big and very small questions. About settling down. About daring to sit in opposition, about sitting cross legged, about being sat, put off or benched. About taking, creating, and giving space, and preferably remembering to do so before falling on your ass where the bench ends. Uppercut Danseteater is a diverse and international dance company that was founded in 1982 by Cher Geurtze and Ann Crooset as one of the first modern companies in Denmark. BENCHED is a classic Uppercut Danseteater piece, in the way that the individual dancers’ background, stories and strengths both as persons and performers, are brought to the stage. With a starting point in the dance genres they have trained in- such as break, contemporary dance,street dance genres and capoeira -BENCHED fuses the many languages of dance into a dynamic physical performance that encompasses all of life’s emotions: Joy, anger, confusion, humor, love, compassion, frustration…the list goes on.

CREDITS

CONCEPT & CHOREOGRAPHYStephanie Thomasen, in collaboration with the dancersSCENOGRAPHYJohan KølkjærLIGHT DESIGNPeter LøkkeDANCERSFive dancers from Uppercut Danseteater’s ensemble, amongst others, Mark Philip, Kriss Mensa, Adam Tocuyo and Jens Schyth BrøndumThe performance is supported by The Danish Arts Foundation

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Yellowknife Music Festival Showcase Concert
2024-05-07 19:00 | Northern Arts and Cultural Centre (NACC), 4701 52nd Ave, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N7, Canada
This is the final event in the 2024 Yellowknife Music Festival.

It will feature performances by the top performers as chosen by the adjudicators, scholarship winners and Alberta Provincial Festival Candidates.This is a family event and will feature performers of all ages. Come out and see Yellowknife’s brightest stars!

Yellowknife Music Festival Website

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