All in all, it was a holiday miracle to be able to abide by COVID-19 restrictions and enjoy a Canadian take on a classic ballet performance, something that was clearly truly missed by all those in attendance — and one omicron has now taken away.
Arts
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but if you can’t see the beauty in Ottawa… maybe get some glasses?
The Press Play Reading Series, an event organized by the Playwrights Canada Press, offers its attendees a mini-theatre experience — a chance to discover the works of both well-established and up-and-coming Canadian playwrights and theatre artists.
Many enjoyed funky tunes, drinks, and a great vibe On Nov. 19, Queen St. Fare hosted a Herbie Hancock Nite. The evening was full of funky tunes, drinks, and great energy all around. The night featured J.P Lapensee on bass, Isaac Isenor on guitar, and Valeriy Nehovora on drums. Before the start of their set, …
Like with COVID-19, when we were all hesitant to admit anything was wrong, neither does our leading man. He is reassured by his mother and neighbours and treats the rats as nothing more than annoying pests — and he listens, because they tell him what he wants to hear.
It’ll be hard for Taylor Swift to top the masterpiece of Red (Taylor’s Version).
Olivia Sudjic writes and articulates herself in a way I wish I could — in a way I think I could, but can’t
A beautiful collection of photographs that will emerge you into the rich heritage of Peru from 1890 to 1950
Plot eight, row E, grave seven: the plot in a French cemetery that was the former resting place of an unknown soldier who died during the First World War.
Like many Canadians who served, died and fought in WW1 in France, we will never know this soldier’s identity — whether he left behind a widow, a child, a mother, a father. Hopes and dreams. A profession. We don’t even know his name.
A “period piece” for the 21st century In a night of facts, science, storytelling, and song and dance, A Period Piece, performed by Spicy Day, an award-winning theatre company from Ottawa, left no stone unturned in their mission: to encourage conversation, destigmatize and increase comfort level surrounding periods and menstruation. Opening on Friday, Nov. 5, …
The same artist two weeks in a row? I know it’s bad, but hear me out Record of the week: Valentine — Snail Mail, 2021, Matador Records The same artist two weeks in a row? I know it’s bad, but hear me out. Valentine is a particularly potent album that has made a huge, rose-coloured …
“The theme of the novel, if you can ascribe a message to it, is that of urban ennui mixed with nihilism,” writes Zofka Svec, the Fulcrum’s arts editor.
Each year, the award recognizes three outstanding Canadian photographers under the age of 35. This year due to COVID-19 six were recognized — two years’ worth of winners — three from 2020: Noah Friebel, Curtiss Randolph, and Katherine Takpannie, and three others from 2021: Dustin Brons, Chris Donovan, and Dainesha Nugent-Palache.
An exceedingly competent, handsome production of Frank Herbert’s epic 1965 sci-fi novel, and one that will probably satisfy most newcomers, but that falls short of expectations for a difficult-to-please, die-hard super-nerd.
Three moody, intense releases that defined my week.
Listen up as we review a bunch of Oasis classics!
“There are three types of people: those on the top, those on the bottom, and those who fall.”
It’s worth the effort: satisfaction guaranteed.
Ottessa Moshfegh’s works usually expose and gently pull apart the same themes: feelings of deep, seemingly incurable loneliness, usually from a female perspective. Her works feature women in incredibly unique situations but somehow manage to make them accessible and universally applicable.
Theatre: this is an “until death do us part” situation, and I’m not going anywhere. I’m here for you through the rough patch.
This week in Fulc Music, we reiterate the Fulcrum’s official position that both Coldplay and BTS suck and take a look at Lil Nas X and Liz Phair.
If you’re looking for a high-fibre twist on the classic Italian flatbread, look no further!
Dear Evan Hansen: today is going to be a controversial day … Sincerely, me!
After over a year of sweatpants, messy buns and economic austerity, I am totally here for opulence and glam.
Like to bake? Here are some cheap fall recipes to make as a student.
