Edmonton Weekend Roundup: The Offspring, Leila Zolfalipour's Art Exhibition, Tony DeSare's Billy Joel Tribute, l.n. baba and Kip Lily's Album Release, and 'Wonder Man' Series Premiere
The Offspring are making a comeback with a Friday night arena show in Edmonton, featuring their hits from the 1994 album "Smash." Bad Religion will be opening the show, so be sure to wear your baggiest jeans. The concert will take place at Rogers Place at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available starting at $160.29 on offspring.com.
Leila Zolfalipour's oil paintings, showcased at the Art Gallery of St. Albert, depict figures wrapped in Persian rugs in landscape settings, blending her love for her new home and old culture. The exhibition runs through March 21, and there is no admission fee. Don't miss the artist talk on March 7 at 11 a.m. in the gallery's Vault Space.
Tony DeSare will be performing The Billy Joel Songbook with a full orchestra at the Winspear Centre this weekend. Expect to hear Joel's radio hits in a symphonic context, with classics like "Piano Man" and "She's Always a Woman." The show will be conducted by William Eddins, with DeSare on vocals and piano. Tickets start at $73 on winspearcentre.com for the 7:30 p.m. shows on Friday and Saturday, and a 2 p.m. show on Saturday.
Local folk musicians l.n. baba and Kip Lily will have a dual album release show at The Aviary on Saturday. Their unique styles and dreamy performances promise an unforgettable evening. Tickets are $20 at the door for the 7:30 p.m. show.
"Wonder Man" is an eight-part buddy comedy series that offers a fresh take on the superhero genre. With a talented cast including Yahya Abdul-Mateen and Ben Kingsley, the show explores the lives of struggling actors in a world of superheroes. The miniseries is now available for streaming on Disney+.
Don't miss out on these exciting events happening in Edmonton. Whether you're into music, art, or superhero comedies, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get your tickets, mark your calendars, and make the most of your weekend in the city.