RADIANCE: Queer Joy Screening & Performances

To experience unapologetic joy in the face of constant adversity is powerful. Coming together as a community, when others tell you that you don’t belong, can be life-changing.

Queer joy is important.

EMMEDIA Gallery & Production Society is thrilled to present Radiance: Queer Joy Screening and Performances on Friday, September 4, as part of Calgary Culture Days.

The first event kicks off at the Heather Edwards Theatre at Contemporary Calgary. We will present a selection of 4 short films created in Alberta, curated by Justin Larioza, highlighting the creativity and resilience of queer communities in Alberta. Afterwards, enjoy the live performances of 4 queer artists! See yourself represented on the big screen in narratives about celebration, optimism and diverse queer experiences.

Event Schedule

• 6:30PM: Event Start and Land Acknowledgement
• 6:35PM: Screening of 4 Short Films 
• 7:15PM: 15-minute Intermission
• 7:30PM: 3 Performances
• 8PM: End

Proudly supported by Calgary Culture Days, City of Calgary, Calgary Arts Development, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and Canada Council for the Arts.