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Hidden talents surface at UWinnipeg’s Class Acts VIII

Leaf-Rapids (Keri Latimer + Chemist Devin Latimer), photo courtesy of Mike Latschislaw

Leaf-Rapids (Keri Latimer + Chemist Devin Latimer), photo courtesy of Mike Latschislaw

WINNIPEG, MB – Prepare to be entertained at the highly anticipated Class Acts Eight which returns to Eckhardt Gramatté Hall on Friday, March 4 at 7:00 pm. Faculty, staff and friends of UWinnipeg unveil their talents for an evening that covers a musical spectrum, intertwined with poetry and comedy for a change of pace. All the money raised goes to the General Scholarship Fund. This is a sellout show, so get your tickets now! 

“Class Acts is a unique event that features performers who donate their time and talent to raise money for scholarships,” shared Dr. Ed Byard, retired Associate Professor who remains committed to the event. “This dedication is typical of the spirit found within the University of Winnipeg, where the focus is on our students. Since its inception 14 years ago, this event has raised close to $30,000.”

Tickets are $20 and $10 for students and can be purchased in advance at UWSA Info Booth; Pam Delorme, 2RC005; Alexis Morham, 3C02A;Tania Guevara, 5L02.

CLASS ACTS’ LINEUP
in alphabetical order

Ghislaine Alleyne (CTLT)
Jan Byrd (Wellness and Student Life)
Murray Evans (English)
Paul Friesen (library)
Colin Russell (Registrar)
Tanis Kolisnyk (Academic Advising)

Bands

Blasphemers (Angela Failler, Women’s Studies, Craig Willis, Biology)
Leaf Rapid (with Devin Latimer, Chemistry + partner)
The Players (with Margaret Sweatman, English + friends)