Art and Music Take Center Stage in Edmonton

This Friday, the art scene in Edmonton is buzzing with creativity as two intriguing shows open at Harcourt House. Artists Jessica Slipp and Alicia Proudfoot are showcasing their unique perspectives in exhibitions that play with the human form and the landscapes we inhabit.

Jessica Slipp, hailing from Montreal, uses paper sculptures and video to explore her connection with various terrains. Her exhibition, titled with & of (Becoming Rock), promises to take audiences into new landscapes that provoke empathy and understanding.

On the other hand, Edmonton’s very own Alicia Proudfoot is diving into the individuality of the human body through her multimedia presentation, Breath Scaling. Proudfoot examines the various divergences in our identities and presents them as a sort of terrain to navigate.

Both artists inject humor into their work, making serious themes accessible and engaging. The shows kick off at 7 p.m. this Friday with artist talks and a reception, inviting everyone to join in the artistic expedition.

Meanwhile, if you’re looking for a musical vibe, the Tsunami Brothers, Edmonton’s self-proclaimed “only authentic instrumental surf band,” will be shaking things up this Friday night at the Blue Chair. They’ll be playing classic surf tunes like Wipe Out and Misirlou, sure to bring back memories of the glorious Accidental Beach days in the summer of ‘17.

Get ready to dance and enjoy some tasty food while you soak in the summer surf atmosphere. Don’t forget to wear your Hawaiian shirt—it’s definitely encouraged!

If films are more your speed, catch the final installment of Metro‘s Coen Brothers Directors Spotlight series with No Country for Old Men. This cinematic masterpiece features incredible performances from Tommy Lee Jones, Josh Brolin, and Javier Bardem, and offers a captivating look at the clash between the Old West and modern America.

Showtime is at 9:30 p.m. at Metro, and it’s a film that deserves to be experienced on the big screen. The Coen Brothers’ adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s novel is sure to leave an impression and has been praised for its masterful execution and storytelling.