Events

Muttart Theatre | Stanley A. Milner Library | 7:00 – 8:30 PM Step inside the world of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for an evening of insight, storytelling, and extraordinary music. This distinguished event blends live performance with illuminating commentary, tracing the life, genius, and enduring influence of one of history’s greatest composers. Featuring Canada’s leading emerging vocal artists from coast to coast—participants of the NUOVA Vocal Arts Festival’s renowned five-week intensive – this concert brings Mozart’s most beloved works vividly to life. Join us from 7:00 – 8:30 PM at the Muttart Theatre in the Stanley A. Milner Library, followed by a reception to meet the artists and continue the conversation.

Join us for a warm and uplifting afternoon of music featuring Vocal Gems, a curated hour of beloved selections performed by Canada’s leading emerging vocal artists from the NUOVA Vocal Arts Festival. This intimate concert celebrates the beauty and immediacy of the human voice. Designed as a shared moment of connection and inspiration, this one-hour performance offers audiences a chance to experience world-class young artists up close in an inviting community setting.

Muttart Theatre | Stanley A. Milner Library | 7:00 - 8:30 PM Dive into the wit, romance, and irresistible music of Così fan tutte in this lively evening of curated selections and insight. Discover the brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s beloved opera through its most captivating arias and ensembles – brought to life by some of the cast in NUOVA’s Festival MainStage production running June 18-21 at the Capitol Theatre in Fort Edmonton Park Featuring members of the cast from NUOVA’s bold Canadian reimagining, conceived and designed by Sheldon Johnson, this performance offers a unique preview into the Festival’s fresh take on this sparkling and refreshing work. Join us from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at the Muttart Theatre in the Stanley A. Milner Library, followed by a reception to meet the artists and continue the conversation.

Kaffa Coffee Roasters Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM Unwind in style with an intimate evening of jazz-infused musical theatre and cabaret favourites. The Cocktail Cabaret blends smooth vocals, and a relaxed lounge atmosphere – perfect for easing into your summer night. Featuring Canada’s leading emerging vocal artists from the NUOVA Vocal Arts Festival, this curated program offers a fresh, stylish take on beloved repertoire, from golden age classics to contemporary gems – all with a jazzy twist. Join us at Kaffa Coffee Roasters for an evening of music, connection, and cocktails – where great songs and great company meet.

Saturday June 6, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Muttart Conservatory Step into a living garden of music and light within the glass pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory, where voice and nature intertwine in an intimate acoustic experience. Among the Hydrangeas invites audiences into a serene, sensory world surrounded by lush blooms and shifting natural light. Canada’s leading emerging vocal artists from the Festival perform a curated program of vocal works, delicate, lyrical, and expressive, unfolding like petals in real time. With arrangements designed to echo the stillness and beauty of the garden itself, this concert offers a moment of pause: a chance to listen closely, breathe deeply, and experience music as something living, immediate, and shared. An afternoon of quiet splendour, where voices bloom among the flowers.

Join NUOVA Vocal Arts for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and fine dining in the heart of downtown Edmonton at Normand's. Experience the artistry of some of Canada’s most exciting emerging vocalists as they bring a vibrant, curated program to life—blending musical theatre, classical favourites, and contemporary gems in an intimate cabaret setting. Your Evening Includes: A thoughtfully prepared four-course meal: Appetizer Soup or salad Choice of three entrées Choice of two Desserts Event Details: Location: Normand’s, Downtown Edmonton Experience: Four-course dinner paired with a live cabaret performance Atmosphere: Intimate, lively, and immersive, perfect for music lovers and food enthusiasts alike! Come for the food, stay for the music, and settle in for an evening of song, story, and unforgettable performance.

Muttart Theatre | Stanley A. Milner Library | 7:00 – 8:30 PM Step into the golden age of musical theatre with an unforgettable evening celebrating the timeless partnership of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe. From sweeping romance to sparkling wit, this concert explores the music that defined a generation of Broadway storytelling. Featuring selections from beloved classics like My Fair Lady, Brigadoon, and Camelot, participants in NUOVA’s renowned five-week training intensive bring these iconic songs to vibrant life. Join us from 7:00 – 8:30 PM at the Muttart Theatre in the Stanley A. Milner Library, followed by a reception to meet the artists and celebrate the enduring magic of Lerner & Loewe.