IT’S ABOUT ART! TheWah-sa Gallery Specializing in Fall is most definitely upon us and soon the snow Canadian Aboriginal art and craft will be too. There are some wonderful things to do in this amazing place this November. Come visit our Maxine Noel Exhibit from November 14th -November 30th WAG : Olympus is a rare opportunity to see ancient TheJohnston Te rminal at the Forks Greek and Roman art on the prairies. Whether 130-25 Forks Market Road Ludolf Grollé you’re an art lover, scholar, family with kids, Winnipeg MB CA R3C 4S8 (204)942-5121; Fax(204)942-5122 or never been to a museum, you’ll be inspired by this extraordinary [email protected] collection and the many different ways you can experience it. Feast with Maxine Noel www.wahsa.mb.ca Gods & Goddesses : This exciting dinner-and-tour program includes a three-course exhibition-inspired fixed menu at TABLE Restaurant on the WAG’s Penthouse Level. Led by expert guides, the evening features a visit to Olympus: The Greco-Roman Collections of Berlin, bringing to Winnipeg over 160 ancient Greek and Roman treasures from one of the oldest and most prestigious collections in the world. As one of only two stops in North America, Olympus is Manitoba’s first major display of classical antiquities in over half a century. Dinner is served at 6pm • Tour begins at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19. RWB : The world-renowned Paul Taylor Dance Company makes its Debora Cardaci -Ludolf Grollé -Bibiana Vidal Curell -PhoebeMan Winnipeg debut with three powerful works. Hailed as the world’s most November 6thisthe openingnight for brush andcanvascreateasynergy that will Landscapes&Still Life by BibianaVidal impact youthe viewer beyondthe usual. important living choreographer, Paul Taylor’s meticulous choreography is Curell. Theshowrunsfrom November 6th Whetheritbethe complex intricacies of inspired by influential themes in modern society - such as war, spirituality, to 21statGrolléFineArt in Downtown nature in herlandscapesand still lifeor sexuality, and morality – while using his signature youthful, light-hearted Winnipeg. thesimplicity of thebeautyperceivedand and optimistic approach on these themes and exploring the beauty of Theintimatelyperceptiblerapport found conveyed in herstudies andpaintings of movement. Nov. 13 - 15, Pantages Playhouse Theatre with thesubjectmatterinBibiana’s everyday objects; BibianaVidal Curell paintingsare thekey componentintheir communicates thesetousfluentlyinher WSO : THE SNOWMAN & THE BEAR, Nov. 22 attraction to heraudience. masterful work. Back by popular demand, a unique double-bill of Raymond Briggs’ “Istrive to have my artconveythatsense of Openingreception Friday November 6th heartwarming holiday classic films that have brought our audience to its beauty andthatsense of naturalharmony from 6.30pmto9.00pm. feet every time we have performed them. The Snowman tells of a little boy experiencedwhenIpaint.” BibianaVidal TheextremelytalentedGeorge Tanner’s Specializing in Lifestyle & Curell. who wakes up to find that everything has turned snow-white. He rushes exhibit of his2Characterpieces andother Theinteraction of hereyes, heart, and work will be exhibited from November Classic Studio Portraiture out to build a snowman who comes to life and takes him on an amazing mindcoupledwithher hands,palette, 26thonwardfor 2weeks. journey. www.pawparazzipetphoto.com Please schedule an appointmenttovisit us:for details call 204.691.6112 • 24-81 GarrySt. MTC : The John Hirsch MainStage is showing The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance until Nov. 7, and Alice Through the Looking Glass from Nov. 25. MTS Centre : Judas Priest Nov. 1 / Barenaked Ladies Nov. 6 / Styx Nov. 17. CMHR : An exhibit about Love & Forgiveness - Ideal for children and families. Last but not least this November, visit a gallery, and buy some original art, and where better to start than: Teekca’s Aboriginal Boutique is aunique shop that carries items crafted by the first peoples of North America. The artisans incorporate the history, geography and culture into their crafts and artwork by drawing from the natural resources around them. Inside our From a visual art perspective I must add that we have a veritable gem in Boutique you will be amazed at the variety of items to choose from. Items include hand crafted moccasins, mukluks, soapstone our midst which honours our heritage and country and assures perpetuity for the arts so inherent in our homeland : The Wah-sa Gallery is devoted cravings, dream catchers, beaded product, paintings, silver, turquoise and more. We offer corporate ordering for special events which to Canadian Aboriginal art, more specifically the Woodland School in its include logos on cups, dream catchers, bags to name afew. contemporary mode started by Norval Morrisseau and joined by such artists as Daphne Odjig, Carl Beam, Jackson Beardy and Arthur Shilling. Consider taking aclass to make your own dream catcher, The Wah-sa Gallery first began in 1976 by Daphne Odjig and her husband, moccasins, mukluks or maybe asoapstone carving. So join Chester Beavon; the original owners of the gallery were Janice Cardigan, Arlene Rosine and Gary Scherbain. The gallery has continued the tradition us on Facebook: Teekca’s Aboriginal Boutique to learn when initiated by Odjig who wished to highlight the works of Canadian Woodland the classes will be held. We are open Seven Days aweek Aboriginal artists. Our main emphasis continues to be the Woodland and have avariety of handcrafted items to choose from or Tradition, centred in Manitoba and Ontario. The Wah-sa Gallery also consider acustom order for that special someone. publishes Canadian Woodland Aboriginal limited editions and art cards which are available for sale at the gallery and throughout the country. The gallery presents handicrafts, giftware and souvenirs; and is an ideal place to shop for your unique Christmas gifts. The gallery is located at the The Forks Market, Winnipeg, MB Johnston Terminal in The Forks. November is a wonderful time to visit this landmark of true Canadian visual art. 204-946-0539 •www.teekcasboutique.ca Find us on Teekca’s Aboriginal Boutique Have a wonderful November! AGift that 100% of the Available only at: net proceeds help the www.neveralonefoundation.ca can make Never Alone Foundation fight against cancer adifference! 258 McDermot Street or hilarydruxman.com/philanthropy.