REVIEW – Girls Shine at Stage West Musical Revue

After last years successful Boy Band themed holiday show, this year the ladies takeover with Girls Just Wanna Have Fun until February 2nd.
Like last year’s show, the first act will appeal mostly to older audiences familiar with artists like The Supremes and the Andrews Sisters. The second half delivers more contemporary artists like TLC, Destiny’s Child and of course The Spice Girls. 7 decades of songs are covered...

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TRAVEL – Two cities & a coffee farm in LGBTQ-friendly Colombia

Exploring Cartagena, Medellín, and Fredonia
It turns out that Colombia, a country known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes, is also a great spot for LGBTQ visitors. From the sun-kissed beaches of Cartagena to the temperate climate of Medellín, and the lush coffee plantations nestled in areas like Fredonia, Colombia is a destination that promises diversity and adventure.
Cartagena: The Jewel of the Caribbean Coast
Cartagena, located on Colombia's Caribbean Coast, is a city that combines history with modern luxury. My visit began with a short boat ride from the city to Tierra Bomba Island, where I relaxed at the Makani Luxury Beach...

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THEATRE REVIEW – I Still Believe in The Book of Mormon

Diego Enrico and Sam McLellan in THE BOOK OF MORMONSince 2011 The Book of Mormon has shown tremendous staying power. The musical, created by South Park’s Trey Parker and Matt Stone, continues to sell out shows on Broadway and the West End and touring shows. A packed house of long-time fans and newbies gathered together on November 26th for the opening night of the current tour which plays until December 1st at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
This is the third time that the show has played in Calgary, and my fourth foray to Uganda with the Elders determined...

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REVIEW – Nick Carter Shows Who He Is at Palace Show

Nick CarterFor over 30 years Nick Carter has been entertaining fans. Whether with the Backstreet Boys or solo, his concerts always promise a good time. After wrapping up the successful BSB DNA tour, Carter continued to travel around the world with his Who I Am tour, which arrived at The Palace Theatre October 12th.
Knowing how to please a crowd, Carter started...

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REVIEW – Evanescence’s Broken Pieces Shine at Saddledome

EvanescenceNearly 18 years after their last Calgary concert, Evanescence finally returned to a packed Saddledome on October 18th. Having been touring around the world in support of 2021’s The Bitter Truth album, Amy Lee’s five-piece current cross-Canada tour gave fans the opportunity to see them live again, or in many cases, for the first time.
Lee is a captivating frontwoman, whose emotion echoed through her voice as the show kicked off with Broken Pieces Shine off the latest album. The evening relied heavily on The Bitter Truth with just a sprinkle of songs from 2011’s...

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