department of english theatre film and media News Archive

Faculty of Arts
Writer, teacher and flutist latest Writer-In-Residence
January 22, 2025 —
Sonja Boon is the newest Writer-In-Residence at The Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture (CCWOC) at the University of Manitoba. Boon will work with students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the public from January to April 2025. Take this opportunity to attend the welcome event, join a workshop or book an individual writer consultation.

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Lighting Up the Stage: The Magic of That Elusive Spark
November 28, 2024 —
An exceptional tale that is funny, emotional, and thought-provoking, That Elusive Spark, by playwright Janet Munsil, seamlessly blends the past and present.

Faculty of Arts
That Elusive Spark opens November 27
November 8, 2024 —
The next production of the Department of English, Theatre, Film & Media’s Theatre Program runs November 27-December 2. Support student theatre – get your $10 + fees ticket today.

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Winnipeg Free Press: Awaiting Garden City Cinema curtain-raising
April 11, 2024 —
Awaiting Garden City Cinema curtain-raising

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‘Unforgettably poignant and hilarious’: The Comedy of Errors runs until March 31
March 24, 2024 —
The next production of the Department of English, Theatre, Film & Media’s Theatre Program runs March 27 - 31. Support student theatre – get your $10 ticket today.

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Winnipeg Free Press: House of horror
January 19, 2024 —
Winnipeg Free Press: House of horror

New year, new arts and culture season
January 8, 2024 —
Get ready for a new year of arts and culture at the University of Manitoba. After an amazing Fall Term of gallery exhibitions, theatre productions and concerts, the upcoming slate of programming is sure to inspire and entertain. Here is a roundup of just some of what’s happening in the next few months.

Books for the break: To you, with love from UM faculty and alumni
December 21, 2023 —
Delve into these top reads from UM alumni and faculty over the holiday break. Spark your imagination or get your mind ruminating on far off worlds, fiction close to home, true crime or a little history.

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Winnipeg Free Press: Focus on elevating movie experience
December 4, 2023 —
Winnipeg Free Press: Focus on elevating movie experience

Faculty of Arts
Global Winnipeg: University of Manitoba production tackles timely topic
November 28, 2023 —
Global Winnipeg: University of Manitoba production tackles timely topic