Winnipeg Poetry Slam hosts qualifier as National Poetry Month closes
As National Poetry Month draws to a close, local poets are ensuring that it goes out with a slam – a poetry slam, that is.
The Winnipeg Poetry Slam is hosting the first qualifier of its 2025 season this week, and it represents the first chance that aspiring slam poets have to share their works not only in the city, but on a national level as well.
Intermezzo at 1pm: Discover the Nordic beauty of Hugo Alfvén this week on Classic 107
Classic 107 is setting sail for Sweden this week! From Monday, April 28, through Friday, May 2, tune in during the 1 p.m. hour as we feature the lush, lively orchestral works of one of Sweden’s most beloved composers: Hugo Alfvén.
Writes of Spring in full bloom this weekend
Over 100 poets and over 500 poems – both record numbers – were submitted for the 10th annual Writes of Spring event presented by Plume Winnipeg. Now, thirteen poems will be shared by their authors at their celebration event at McNally Robinson Booksellers.
Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers season finale examines large and small-scale relationship dynamics
Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers will close off their 60th anniversary season with two unique commentaries on relationships, be they interpersonal or with the wider world.
Charleswood Art Group celebrates spring with show and sale
Creativity is blossoming alongside flowers and tree buds in western Winnipeg as the Charleswood Art Group shares works in a variety of mediums at their Spring Show & Sale.
Founded in 1951, the Charleswood Art Group has fifty active members who gather every Monday to create together and inspire one another.
9 a.m. giggles: A musical warmup for the Winnipeg Comedy Festival
🎭 Laughing in Harmony: A Musical Salute to the Winnipeg Comedy Festival
Good morning, Winnipeg! As the city gears up for the Winnipeg Comedy Festival, running from April 29 to May 4, 2025, we're setting the tone with a playlist that tickles the funny bone and delights the ears. Let's dive into the comedic gems lined up for this morning:
Conservatives to maintain Francophone cultural funding, defund CBC in election platform
Canadians will head to the ballot boxes on April 28 to cast their votes in the 2025 federal election.
Before Manitobans make their decisions, Classic 107 is focusing in on what each of the parties that represent the province on Parliament Hill are saying about how their party will handle the arts and culture file.
The music of migration: Violins crafted from refugee boats tell a story
Pope Francis and the Blessing of the Violino del Mare
The death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, has left a global outpouring of tributes for the pontiff who led the Catholic Church since 2013. One of the most touching moments during his papacy occurred in February 2022, when he blessed a violin made from the wood of migrant boats, a poignant symbol of the struggles and resilience of refugees.
Winnipeg Wind Ensemble goes rustic and urban in ‘Town and Country’ concert
Winnipeg Wind Ensemble explores city sounds and rural charm in 'Town and Country' concert
Community approach sets NDP arts platform apart, candidate says
Canadians will head to the ballot boxes on April 28 to cast their votes in the 2025 federal election.
Ahead of election day, Classic 107 is attempting to answer the question of where each of the major political parties representing Manitobans stand on arts and culture issues.