Arts & Culture

The executive director of the Manitoba Choral Association is moving on. 

Jenny Steinke-Magnus announced on March 14, that she will be stepping down for a position at another community organization. 

For more than 50 years, Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE) has been a cornerstone of Winnipeg’s cultural scene, championing Canadian playwrights and bringing engaging, thought-provoking stories to the stage. Now, under the leadership of new artistic director Anne Hodges, the theatre is embarking on an exciting new chapter with its 2025–26 season. 

The Irish Influence on Canadian Music: A St. Patrick's Day Celebration

St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about green beer and shamrocks—it’s also a time to recognize the deep cultural connections between Ireland and Canada, especially when it comes to music. With Irish heritage making up one of the oldest and largest ethnic groups in Canada, the influence of traditional Irish music on the Canadian soundscape is undeniable.

It’s one thing to use puppets to tell fairy tales, but this weekend at the West End Cultural Centre, they will be used to tell a “prairie” tale.

One for Sorrow, Two for Joy is a creation of music and puppetry that tells the story of a woman alone on the prairies of western Canada at the turn of the 20th century who takes life into her own hands as a nurse in the First World War and then as a farmer in the Alberta foothills.

Good morning, Winnipeg! As we approach St. Patrick's Day, let's immerse ourselves in the rich tapestry of Irish music. Here's a playlist for this Saturday, March 15, at 9 a.m., featuring selections that celebrate Ireland's musical heritage. 

Grief is more than just an emotion. It’s a lens through which we see the world.  

This is the driving idea behind as the wind blew: the ground beneath me / at the water’s edge / in its path, the latest exhibit on display at the Martha Street Studio in the Exchange District.  

“It is a very long title,” admits artist Martha Crawley, though it does the job of covering the three bodies of work that the exhibit contains. 

Sofia Gubaidulina, one of the most influential composers of the 20th and 21st centuries, has passed away at the age of 93. The renowned Russian composer died Thursday at her home in Appen, Germany, with her death confirmed by her publisher, Boosey & Hawkes. The publisher described her as "the grande dame of new music," acknowledging her groundbreaking contributions to the world of contemporary classical music.

For over 30 years, Shakespeare in the Ruins (SIR) has captivated Winnipeg audiences with immersive, bold theater, transforming the historic ruins of the Trappist Monastery into a one-of-a-kind stage. On Tuesday, March 11, SIR unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 season, which promises to explore the theme of Destiny through two iconic plays that have resonated with audiences for decades.

Few music journalists have explored the legacies of legendary musicians as deeply as Winnipeg’s own John Einarson. Known for his expertise in rock history and captivating storytelling, Einarson has penned biographies on icons like Neil Young, Randy Bachman, and Steppenwolf.

Music lovers in Winnipeg are in for a treat this Sunday, March 16, as the Mennonite Community Orchestra presents Youthful Sounds, a concert featuring an exciting lineup of classical works. The performance, set for 3:00 p.m.