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The Planets Oct. 19 TCU Place Blast off with the Saskatoon Symphony as they celebrate the work of Gustav Holst. The Planets is a seven-movement work that explores the outer reaches of space with each new piece. This music is some of the most recognizable ever written and inspired composers like John Williams to write […]

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SSO explores the mystery & wonders of space with The Planets

October 15, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Get ready to blast off with one of the most recognizable pieces of music ever written. The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra will take audiences on an exploration of deep space with its performance of Gustav Holst’s The Planets this Saturday. “This music is big, it’s bold, crazy, and some of the most important music ever written.” […]

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Brit’s Picks Oct. 10 – 17

October 9, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Sounds Like (an Audio Festival) Now – Sat. Various Venues Explore our city and the magic of sound this weekend as part of the 9th annual Sounds Like audio festival. The theme for this year’s festival is Real Sound and will feature performances and installations at Paved Arts, the Remai Modern, St. Thomas Wesley United […]

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Brit’s Picks Oct. 3 – 10

October 1, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

SMA Gala Showcase Thursday The Bassment It’s a night filled with homegrown music of all genres. One night each year, our city’s musicians gather to celebrate the past year full of achievements and do what they do best, perform. The Saskatoon Musicians’ Association is celebrating 109 years of music with a gal […]

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Brit’s Picks Sept. 26 – Oct. 3

September 25, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Little Shop of Horrors Thurs. – Sun. Broadway Theatre Maybe it’s the soundtrack of catchy tunes or maybe it’s the crazy antics of that blood thirsty plant; either way Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s Little Shop of Horrors is one of those musicals that has delighted audiences all over the world. It’s the tale of social outcast […]

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Brit’s Picks Sept. 19 – 26

September 18, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Penelopiad Now – Sept. 22 Backstage Stage @ Persephone Theatre You still have a few chances to see true girl power on the stage. Ferre Play Theatre’s staging of Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad has been getting great buzz in the city not just for the production but […]

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SSO marks milestone for the maestro

September 16, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Risks, relationships and financial stability; what a difference five years makes. Moving to Saskatoon to take up the baton with the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra was something maestro Eric Paetkau knew he wanted to do right away. The multiple Juno Award nominee made the leap from Toronto to take the position as music director in 2015. […]

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Brit’s Picks Sept. 5 – 12

September 4, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

YXE Eats Now – Sun. Riversdale From trendy flavours to locally grown staples, you can find something to tempt every palate in Riversdale. The number of boutique style restaurants popping up in the neighbourhood is evidence that our city is adventurous when it comes to food. YXE Eats is a […]

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Brit’s Picks Aug. 29 – Sept. 5

August 28, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Bombargo Friday Coors Event Centre You’ve heard them on the radio in high rotation, seen them play live at many of the summer festivals and now the guys of Bombargo are heading out on the road for their North American Dream Tour. This band spreads a message of funk and positivity where ever they go. […]

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Brit’s Picks Aug. 22 – 29

August 19, 2019 Britainy Zapshalla

Emo Night 2019 Friday Amigos Cantina It’s emotional, confessional and cathartic. Emo music emerged in the 90s with bands like Jimmy Eat World and Weezer. The tradition now continues with bands like Fall Out Boy and Panic! at the Disco. Amigos is celebrating the genre with a night featuring bands like Saskatoon’s […]