Justin Bell

2 weeks ago | edmontonjournal.com | Justin Bell

'Consumer behaviour has changed': Edmonton Opera’s new season has something for everyoneFrom greatest hits to classic offerings, local company meeting audiences where they arePublished Apr 07, 2025  •  Last updated 10 minutes ago  •  4 minute readEdmonton Opera executive director, left, and artistic director Joel Ivany are looking forward to a some out-of-the-box events for the 2025-26 season.

2 weeks ago | meeplemountain.com | Justin Bell

No matter where you land on the American political spectrum, I think you’d agree that the first few months of 2025 have been interesting. For some people, that might mean interesting in a good way; others might have a different perspective. But reading the news each day brings new revelations that are often shocking in a world that recently acknowledged the fifth anniversary of the most shocking world event of my lifetime, the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 month ago | edmontonjournal.com | Justin Bell

Skip to ContentAdvertisement 1John Estacio was the first Composer in Residence at the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, being celebrated in upcoming performance  •  You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article contentComposer John Estacio has been creating music for more than three decades, but it’s still a special moment getting to hear his music played by professional musicians. Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.

1 month ago | edmontonjournal.com | Justin Bell

'It makes a difference': Edmonton Symphony Orchestra gives amateurs a unique chance to play with prosPublished Feb 27, 2025  •  Last updated 46 minutes ago  •  4 minute readTrombone player Scott Palmer gets ready for the B-sides of the ESO on Thursday, February 13, 2025 in Edmonton.

2 months ago | edmontonjournal.com | Dave Breakenridge |Justin Bell

Review: The Noon Witch features great performances in a drab storyTeatro Live! presents The Noon Witch until March 9 at the Varscona Theatre. Marc J Chalifoux PhotographyArticle contentFor a show about witches, The Noon Witch features very little magic, absolutely no cauldrons and a story that ultimately falls somewhat flat. Fortunately, it’s buoyed by an incredible cast that breathes incredible life into the story.