Asian Heritage - Edmonton

Afiara Quartet
2014-10-11 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | Convocation Hall, Old Arts Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, T6G 2C9
Presented by Edmonton Chamber Music Society
Described as a ‘revelation,’ the Afiara Quartet is quartet-in-residence at the Royal Conservatory of Music, and the winner of the Young Canadian Musicians Award and the Banff Quartet Competition’s Szekely Prize for best interpretation of Beethoven.
Its performances balance ‘intensity and commitment’ and ‘frequent moments of tenderness.’
Valerie Li – violin
Tmothy Kantor – violin
Eric Wong – viola
Adrian Fung – cello
There will be a pre-concert recital at 7:15pm.

Erhu Master Workshop
2014-10-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Muttart Hall, Alberta College Campus, MacEwan University, 10050 Macdonald Drive NW, Edmonton, T5J 0S3
Chinese Music Festival
Miss Wang Ying, erhu soloist and accomplished artist from
Central Conservatory of Music, Folk Music Department in China.

Symphonie Fantastique
2014-10-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Winspear Centre, 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Corner of 99th Street and 102 Avenue, Edmonton
Berlioz’s monumental masterpiece never fails to astonish and delight, its blazing romanticism providing the ideal contrast to Grieg’s beloved concerto. Piano soloist Conrad Tao’s colourful overture was inspired by the separation of heaven and earth in Chinese mythology.
Jean-Philippe Tremblay, conductor
Conrad Tao, piano
Featured Repertoire
TAO: Pángu
GRIEG: Piano Concerto
BERLIOZ: Symphonie fantastique
Additional Activities
Join us for Afterthoughts, a casual post-concert conversation in the main lobby with our guest artists, hosted by D.T. Baker.

Booming Tree Taiko with Dallas Arcand Jr.
2014-09-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Morinville Community Cultural Centre, 9502 - 100 Avenue, Morinville, T8R 1L6
Morinville Culture Days Showcase
Of all the events planned for Morinville Culture Days, the must-see showstopper is Booming Tree Taiko drummers.
The Morinville show will blend traditional taiko drumming and a combination of Celtic and modern drumming. Shimizu also adapted a Cherokee parable into a specially written fable titled The Three Dragons.
In this multi-chapter show, Booming Tree introduces Celtic advocated cellist Christine Hanson and MacEwan University guitar teacher Jamie Feldman as sidemen.
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World Confucius Institute Day
2014-09-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Victoria School of the Arts, Eva O. Howard Theatre, 10210 - 108 Avenue NW, Edmonton
The 9th Anniversary of the East China Immigrants Society of Edmonton & The World Confucius Institute Day
Gala of Chinese Gymnastic Skill, Music and Dance
Performed by Zhejiang Normal University Troupe & The Chinese Gymnastic Skill Team
Tickets: $50 VIP, $15
Contact: 780 709 3322 or 780 970 5233

Insight From Experts: Doing Business with China
2014-09-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Centre for Education, McCauley Chambers, One Kingsway, Edmonton, T5H 4G9
On the occasion of the first Global Confucius Institute Day, which is celebrated in 100 countries and by nearly 500 Confucius Institutes, AMCC-International Business Development and the Confucius Institute in Edmonton are pleased to sponsor an important discussion by an influential business panel on Alberta’s economic potential with Asia. In only a few years Canada’s trade with China has jumped from $7 billion to $55 billion per year. China’s Ambassador to Canada hopes this number will soon double. Albertans can take advantage of this inevitable growth, and opportunities for successful economic diversification and business creation.

Celebration of Confucius Institute Day & Alberta Culture Day
2014-09-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Centre for Education, 1 Kingsway, Edmonton, T5H 4G9
Celebrate the 1st Confucius Institute Day & Alberta Culture Day.
This event will provide an opportunity for Edmonton residents to share and appreciate their cultures as well as the Chinese culture.

Kim's Convenience
2014-09-20 - 2014-10-11 | Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, T5J 3C6
This hilarious new play follows the dreams and challenges of a loving but fractured Korean-Canadian family who operates a corner convenience store. Kim’s Convenience is rich with timely insights, charming characters, and a story about people you will recognize.
By Ins Choi
Directed by Weyni Mengesha (original director) / Albert Schultz (tour director)
Produced by Soulpepper Theatre
Recommended for ages 12+
September 20 – October 11, 2014
Citadel Theatre in the Shoctor Theatre

Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
2014-09-14 13:00 - 21:00 | Churchill Square, Downtown , Edmonton
The Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival is a free event
taking place at Churchill Square
featuring afternoon tea, moon-cakes, lanterns, cultural
performances, readings and storytelling.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen and Canada Photo Exhibition
2014-09-14 11:00 - 2014-09-21 17:00 | City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Sun Yat-sen and Canada 孙中山与加拿大
Photo Exhibition图片展览
presented by Sun Yat‐sen Foundation, the Memorial Museum of Generalissimo Sun Yat‐sen’s Mansion and the Chinese Communities in Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver
主办：孙中山基金会,孙中山大元帅府纪念馆,
以及埃德蒙顿,卡尔加里, 温哥华市华人社区
EDMONTON 埃德蒙顿 :
Edmonton City Hall 市政府大会堂 （Exhibition Venue Sponsor）
1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta
September 14—21, 2014 二零一四年九月十四至二十一
Mon—Fri 9am—5pm 星期一至五,上午十时至下午五时
Sat., Sun 11am—5pm 星期六及日, 上午十一时至下午五时
Opening Ceremony: Sept. 14, 1pm 开幕礼:九月十四, 下午一时

OCAC, ROC Taiwan Goodwill Mission
2014-09-14 07:00 - 22:00 | Myer Horowitz Theatre, SUB 8900 - 114 Street NW, Edmonton, T6G 2J4
Goodwill Mission
Presented by
Taiwan Universities’ Alumni Association Alberta Chapter
Myer Horowitz Theatre
Students’ Union Building, University of Alberta
8900 – 114 Street
Tickets: General Admission $25, VIP $35

Bubble Invasion by Jie Yang
2014-09-13 10:00 - 2014-10-18 17:00 | Alberta Craft Council, 10186 - 106 Street , Edmonton
Jie Yang was born and raised in Beijing, China. Jie studied at Beijing institute of Clothing Technology, Beijing, China. Where she received a bachelor degree, then became an editor. In 2010, She found her true calling when she attended Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario. She has completed the second year of the Crafts and Design Glass Program. She is consistently influenced by the natural and urban landscapes around her. Jie has future plans to open more possibilities between China and Canada, she is working on setting up an online gallery in Chinese and English. introducing Canadian glass culture and artists to Chinese public. With her experience in media, she hopes to provide more opportunities for artists from both countries, so they can communicate and cooperate together.

Alberta Craft Council
10186-106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 5 pmThursday: 10 am – 6 pmClosed Sunday & Statutory Holidays

Greater Edmonton Chinese Soccer
2014-08-31 12:30 - 19:00 | Coronation Park Sports Fields, 135 Street and 112 Avenue, Edmonton
Coronation Park Sports Fields
135 Street & 112 Avenue (Westmount)

Chinatown 97 Street Night Market
2014-08-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Chinatown, 97 Street and 105 Avenue, Edmonton
After a successful inaugural event last year, the group of young professionals continue to work to revive Edmonton’s Chinatown – reclaim its heritage, embrace its present and imagine its future.
The night market as a way to create a lively, energetic gathering that inspires a new vision for the neighbourhood.
Food and food trucks, vendors
Walking tours – history and art of Chinatown
Check here for the 2014 details:
http://www.edmontonchinatown.ca/
http://www.onlyhereforthefood.ca/2014/08/13/97-street-night-market-august-23-2014/

Dragon Boat Festival
2014-08-17 09:00 - 21:00 | Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
The competitive spirit ‘Rips up the River’
The combined race times from Saturday’s results determine Sunday’s schedule. The mood changes somewhat on Sunday to a more focused “lets’ do this” and the competitive spirit rises. Teams unite with their coaches, steerspersonal and physical trainers to focus on what skill it will take to win the gold medal.
The competitive races adjourn at noon on Sunday to observe and cheer the Pink Ribbon Challenge race sponsored by the Edmonton Breast Friends Dragon Boat Racing Team. Each year visiting teams and local breast cancer survivor teams gather in celebration of strength and determination of courageous survivors generating awareness and hope in a dragon boat. Following this intense race The Pink Ribbon Ceremony a walk of cancer survivors and the pink carnation toss into the waters of the North Saskatchewan River, a tribute and memory to those touched by cancer.

Citadel Theatre
2014-08-16 12:30 - 15:00 | Citadel Theatre, 9828 101 A Avenue, Edmonton, T5J 3C6

Dragon Boat Festival
2014-08-16 09:00 - 21:00 | Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
Get the dragon spirit fired up!
Early Saturday morning the recreational semi-competitive races commence. The race schedule is randomly drawn with teams racing three lanes across the river for 500 meters. Each team is scheduled for two races, morning and afternoon. The combined race times are collected for every team entered, compiled to seed the teams in Sunday’s competitive divisional categories. The fastest teams will compete in medal rounds in their category, while other teams race for placement status.
At noon the festival’s cultural opening ceremonies take place featuring the Booming Tree Taiko Drums and the traditional Lion Dance. The Chinese Lion Dance dates back over 1,000 years and is an integral part of the Chinese culture. The lion itself is regarded as a guardian creature to force away evil spirits. Over the years it is known to promote good luck and prosperity. For this reason the Lion Dance may be performed at special occasions and celebrations.
Following the cultural performances the fun begins with non – competitive 250 m challenge races. Each year
This year, EDBFA is introducing the 2K Charity Race. The 2K race will occur on Saturday once the regular race schedule is finished; this is an entertaining and challenging race to wrap up the first day of races!

Dragon Boat Festival
2014-08-15 17:00 - 21:00 | Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
Friday evening begins with the Novice Cup races where novice teams experience their first dragon boat race with the sound of ‘starter has the race’ followed by an air horn. This friendly competition starts the race component of the festival 7:30 pm and sets the weekend spirit while providing great entertainment to all observers. This is a great evening for family, friends, non-paddlers and paddlers of all ages and of all skill levels to unite and join in together to partake in the celebration of this ancient sport.

18th Dragon Boat Festival
2014-08-13 18:00 - 2014-08-15 18:30 | Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Road NW, Edmonton
The Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival Association (EDBFA) hosts a dragon boat festival each year on the third week in August – rain or shine.
Please join us for the traditional Blessing of the Boats on Wednesday evening at Louise McKinney Park from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.

FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Germany vs China
2014-08-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road , Edmonton, T5H 4E2
The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Canada 2014 runs from 5 to 24 August in Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal and Moncton. The 32-match schedule features 16 national teams, with the recent Official Draw divided the nations into four groups for the opening phase. Each host city features one quarter-final match, while Moncton and Montreal host the semi-final matches and Montreal hosts both the playoff for third place and the final.
Starting as low as just $10, individual match tickets to the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Canada 2014 are now on sale via FIFA.com/Canada2014. The 8 May 2014 ticket launch features affordable prices for all 32 matches, with the highest prices just $50 for FIFA’s biennial women’s youth competition.
Groups and Clubs, meanwhile, have access to special savings of up to 30 per cent for groups of 21 or more. Limited quantities of Group/Club individual tickets are available and will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Animethon 21
2014-08-08 09:00 - 2014-08-10 17:00 | MacEwan University, 10700 - 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton, T5J 4S2
August 8-10, 2014 at MacEwan University City Centre Campus.
Animethon is a Japanese Animation (“anime”) themed festival held annually in the city of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. We have expanded our focus beyond screening anime and now also include voice actor guests from North America, musical acts from North America and Japan, improvisation groups, as well as various related activities such as gaming, costume contests, and more. Animethon, as of 2004, is operated by the Alberta Society for Asian Popular Arts (ASAPA).

FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup China vs Brazil
2014-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road , Edmonton, T5H 4E2

Edmonton Heritage Festival
2014-08-04 10:00 - 19:00, 2014-08-03 10:00 - 21:00, 2014-08-02 12:00 - 21:00 | Hawrelak Park, Edmonton
The 39th Heritage Festival 2014 is the premier three-day showcase of Canada’s vibrant multicultural heritage, featuring 60 pavilions representing over eighty-five cultures. Delicious cultural food, wonderful creative performances, lots of crafts, artwork, clothing, and plenty of opportunities to learn about various vibrant cultural communities in Edmonton.

Site Map
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Edmonton Chinese Dance Academy
2014-07-27 15:00 - 20:00 | K Days TELUS Stage, Northlands 116 Avenue 73 Street, Edmonton
K DAYS TELUS STAGE 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Determined to enrich the Alberta heritage of Chinese folk and urban culture through the promotion of Chinese dance.

Philippine Choral
2014-07-22 15:00 - 16:00 | K Days TELUS Stage, Northlands 116 Avenue 73 Street, Edmonton
Known as one of Edmonton’s leading Filipino show choirs will share their unique harmonies.

Kita No Taiko - Japanese Drumming
2014-07-20 15:00 - 20:00 | K Days TELUS Stage, Northlands 116 Avenue 73 Street, Edmonton
K DAYS TELUS STAGE 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Taiko is the Japanese word for drum, but it also stands for the art of taiko that involves drums, other percussion instruments, choreography, and a lot of spirit

Riccardo Alonzo
2014-07-19 17:00 - 20:00 | K Days TELUS Stage, Northlands 116 Avenue 73 Street, Edmonton
K DAYS TELUS STAGE 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm
His performances include speed paintings in UV (black light) choreographed
to chart topping music with unbelievable martial arts and gymnastics.

K-Days Parade
2014-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | See K-Days Parade map
Experience the excitement and pageantry of the 2014 K-Days Parade.
On Friday July 18, the streets of downtown Edmonton will be teeming with more than 100 entries to delight parade-watchers including new entries, beautiful floats, giant balloons, performers, animals, antique cars, free giveaways and more.
This year’s parade will begin at 10am at 99 Street and 102 Avenue.
Look for the Chinese Community Float! Over 20 students in the Chinese Bilingual Program will be greeters with the Chinese Community float. This being the Year of the Horse, look for a 9 foot version of the spirited animal and a replica Chinatown Gate.
Lion Dance s will be performed by the Canadian Ging Wu Kung Fu Martial Art Association and Jing Ying Martial Arts.
For more info: http://k-days.com/parade/
