Wonder Women - Celebrating the Music and Stories of Female Composers

Why hurry over beautiful things? Why not linger and enjoy them?” So pondered Clara Schumann, remembered as one of the finest pianists of all time.

In “Wonder Women!”, pianist Sarah Hagen delves into the remarkable stories and piano music of forgotten female composers from the classical repertoire. This recital will highlight piano works by 18th and 19th century composers, including Clara Schumann, Cécile Chaminade, Delphine von Schauroth, and others. Included will be stunningly gorgeous music by Marianna Martines, who lived in the same circles as Haydn and Mozart, and often joined Mozart in piano duets at the musical soirées she and her sister held in their Viennese home.

A note from the performer:
I began performing this programme after purchasing a disappointingly thin volume of music by female composers about 20 years ago. After reading through the music, I remember shutting the book and thinking to myself, “There must be more music than this, and certainly more music of a better quality!”. I simply didn’t feel the collection fairly represented the music that had been created by women during the 18th and 19th centuries. So, I set off on a musical treasure hunt, searching online, through old collections of music, and in libraries. I have found that good music is getting easier to find as scholars take more of an interest in researching these remarkable women. So, I am constantly refreshing the programme!

I am also continually fascinated by the stories of the strong women behind the music. These are the women who fought for equal pay as their male colleagues, who insisted that they could also have a life and a career outside of the kitchen, who chose to shockingly forgo marriage to be able to fully focus on their art. These are the trailblazers who are an invaluable part of our journey to gender equality.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! - RUMOURS, The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show

VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present  a return engagement of 
“Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute show based in Los Angeles, California.  
The group recreates the legendary band in its youthful heyday from 1975-1979. 

“It’s been said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I say THANK YOU!”- Richard Dashut Record Producer - Fleetwood Mac albums including Rumours, Tusk, Live, Mirage, Tango In The Night, and Time.

After finding huge success in Los Angeles, selling out their regular Roxy Theatre performances month after month, the band moved from the world famous Sunset Strip to Casinos, Theatres, and clubs all over Canada and the United States.  

Rumours has meticulously put together a show that spares no detail. From period accurate equipment and costumes to spot on characterizations and musical performances, “ Rumours" takes you back to a time when music was still an unbridled cultural experience and bands weren't afraid to put on a show.  

Relive the rock and roll magic with “Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show!

God, dressed in a floral power suit, comes down to set the record straight and expound on everything from Noah's Ark to Star Wars and answer humankind's most asked questions in a hilarious and unforgettable night of comedy! Loved by Preachers and Atheists alike, this show has quickly become one of the most popular one man shows touring today and has received critical acclaim for its non-stop brilliant look at pop culture and humanity through the eyes of a silly, foul mouthed, and very loveable Scottish Deity.

The City of Medicine Hat has narrowed down a preferred and alternate site for a new substation to accommodate the growth and increasing electrical needs in the southwest area of the city and the city’s electric service territory.

Drop in at the Desert Blume Golf Club to meet the team, ask questions and share your feedback one-on one. The City plans to file the application for approval to the Alberta Utilities Commission this fall.

The City of Medicine Hat has narrowed down a preferred and alternate site for a new substation to accommodate the growth and increasing electrical needs in the southwest area of the city and the city’s electric service territory.

Drop in at the Desert Blume Golf Club to meet the team, ask questions and share your feedback one-on one. The City plans to file the application for approval to the Alberta Utilities Commission this fall.

BRING ON THE BULLS!

The PBR 2024 Canada Cup Series showcases Canada’s top cowboys and some of the top PBR international athletes as they battle the rankest bucking bulls. It's man vs. beast wrapped in the glitz and glamour that only the PBR can provide.

For one night only, fans will witness exhilarating 8-second rides and wrecks throughout the action-packed event as the PBR’s courageous bull-riding athletes face off against their 2,000-pound opponents.

Raised in the cottonwood desert of Southern Alberta, Morgan embodies everything it means to be a country loving cowgirl in both her music and day to day life. Growing up on the ranch with singer/songwriter Reese Klaiber for a father, her passion for music was instilled at a very young age. The importance of storytelling and music has always been an important part of the cowboy culture and the two are heavily intertwined for her watching Reese write his songs from the back of the horse and seat of the tractor. This ultimately paved the way for her to wear her heart on her sleeve as she began pursuing her own independent career. She now sings her lungs out about her own life’s adventures with her heartfelt writing style and upbeat attitude. Her authenticity and honesty stem from the realities of life as a rancher and being a hardworking female in an old boy’s world. Her powerful, resonant voice paired with her approachable lyrics earns her rapport with every show she plays. Many genres and artists have influenced her style, and although a country artist through and through, she includes these influences along with her country western roots to create the sound and energy you feel and hear as Morgan Klaiber.

Singing harmonies came as naturally as the rhythm did and her performance career began at a very young age alongside Reese. In later years she became a member of the Reese Klaiber Band performing rodeos and festivals as well as opening for Travis Tritt at a local show. She then began branching out on her own as the lead singer of her rock band project, Stolen Horse. Stepping into the genre gave her even more vocal confidence as she learned to really let her hair down and captivate audiences with powerful rockstar vocal notes. The combination of covering songs by bands such as Heart, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, and many other classic rock artists, alongside an experienced band of players, earned the group a spot opening for Alberta Legend, Paul Brandt, when his show came to town. But upon moving back to the family ranch, she got together with her old friends back home and became a member of the local country band, Fox and the Hounds. They began making waves covering a wide variety of popular and nostalgic country music, in which Morgan felt it was the right fit to start playing her original work with.


In November, with the help of her down home proper country band, Morgan was awarded the title of the 2023 Ranchman’s Rising Star, which she feels has been one of her most joyous music accomplishments to date. After playing for many years individually, alongside her dad, and with various cover groups, she is now bringing her own music to the table heading for bigger stages, such as Country Thunder Alberta in August 2024. When she’s not belting it out on stage, or singing her favourite songs around the campfire, you’ll find her back home on the family ranch with her dirty boots and hat on, living through another day’s adventure that she might even write a song about.

The heart of The Paperboys is a trio of gifted songwriters and musicians: Founder Tom Landa, a fedora-hatted vocalist/guitarist/bandleader who immigrated from Mexico to Canada in his teens; Kalissa Landa, a lifelong fiddler/vocalist with a preternatural command of melody; and Spirit of the West’s flautist/guitarist/vocalist Geoffrey Kelly, already a Canadian musical icon when he hopped on the P’boys bus in 1997.

Though by no means a jam band, The Paperboys reinvent their show every time they step onstage. Once the band agrees on the opening song, there is no set list. The song finishes, the crowd reacts, Landa reads the room, and the journey begins. Every night. The world has changed seismically since 1992, but The Paperboys fan base has stuck with the band, and grown.

Though best known for their live show, The Paperboys also have another ace up their sleeve: A deep and impressive discography. The band has released 10 recordings—including the Juno Award-winning Molinos—receiving accolades from MOJO Magazine and Roots Magazine along the way. They’ve been two-time recipients of the West Coast Music Award, composed scores for two films, and been nominated for a Leo Award for best original song in the Hong Kong/Canada film release, Lunch With Charles. 

Enjoy live music, treats, hands on activities and of course smashing pumpkins at this FREE all ages Halloween event!

COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!

Head up to the terrace where you can smash your pumpkin onto the drop zone below. We added an extra pumpkin slide so you can spend more time doing and less time waiting. While you make your way to the front of the line, you will keep warm with complimentary hot chocolate and enjoy sweet treats, a view that can't be beat and the toasty vibes of our patio heat lamps.

Free pumpkins for the smashing, while they last!!!

Pumpkin supply is limited (500). First come first serve. Participants are also invited to bring their own cut pumpkins from home. Pumpkins must not contain any additions (ex: paint, glitter, pins, or any glued on craft material, etc.). Only medium to small sized pumpkins brought from home may be dropped and must be released from the designated drop area, under supervision of program facilitators.

When you’ve had your turn on the terrace –don’t head home just yet! There is lots to do:

Performance by Norman Foote at 3pm in the theatre.
This performance is ticketed, but is

‍Trick-or-treat with Saamis Immigration youth group

Cookie decorating (Baking with Candice)

Learn more about Día de Muertos through hands on art activities

Enjoy live music

Glitter tattoos & Face Painting

Sensational Path Sensory Bus

Pooty’s Poutine food truck

Complimentary hot chocolate and treats

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Stay tuned to our social media channels, the pumpkins may still have a little growing to do and so too may our event.

This event is outside and as such is weather dependent.

The pumpkins at this event are locally sourced. Many would otherwise be unharvested for market or come from a failed crop, impacted by frost. None of the pumpkins smashed at this event will be painted, so they can be used for livestock feed.

Pumpkin supply is limited (500). First come first serve. Participants are also invited to bring their own cut pumpkins from home. Pumpkins must not contain any additions (ex: paint, glitter, pins, or any glued on craft material, etc.). Only medium to small sized pumpkins brought from home may be dropped and must be released from the designated drop area, under supervision of program facilitators.

A Musical Masquerade with Juno award winner Norman Foote and an extra-large local youth costumed choir. Where music, laughter and the creative spirit of Halloween all come together. Community connections make this concert a true family event.

About Norman

This celebrated performer from Vancouver, BC has created a special niche in the music world and amassed a cross-generational following. His musicality is like no other, mixing clever hooks, witty wordplay and comedy all to great effect. His accolades include SOCAN’s Best Songwriter Award, US Parents' Choice Awards, and National Publications Parenting Awards' Gold Award, and most recently a JUNO for his cd "Love my new Shirt." Norman has written and recorded songs for Disney Records, Shari Lewis, CBC, Max and Ruby musical and many others. He has performed and worked with millions of people throughout North America, inspiring creativity through his songs, stories and innovative props.