LUGO was a resounding success!

The gallery was filled to capacity once again with an audience of enthusiastic revelers. LUGO brought together hundreds of people to experience diverse art, share beautiful food and celebrate our community.

I’d like to acknowledge the efforts of Dan Canfield and his skilled crew, who transformed an empty white cube into a great performance venue. I’d also like to thank the Mendel staff and volunteers who worked extremely hard to make this event a success.

LUGO presented a program that I am very, very proud of – the roster of artists reflects the vibrancy of our city’s cultural life and I am honored to be a part of it! I hope this event kicks off another productive and creative year for everyone.

xoxo

Troy Gronsdahl

Impress your friends with musical insights

1. Download The Father Figures EP for FREE. 
2. Pick up some tickets for LUGO.
3. Watch The Father Figures performance.
4. Share brilliant insights and thoughtful musical commentary to your pals.

Wolves, apples, & girls in dresses (12 letters)

Think you know the answer? Take a stab at Megan Morman’s wall sized art crossword puzzle!

The Hollows

The Hollows is one of Saskatoon’s most promising new restaurants located in the historic Golden Dragon building in Riversdale. Meet the chefs at LUGO and sample their contemporary seasonal cuisine.

Making things

LUGO has enlisted the talents of artists and makers to create a wide array of beautiful handmade props and decor. If it kinda makes you wish you were there, pick up a ticket and join in the fun on the night of the event. Thanks to all of the hardworking and skilled hands who contributed and a special shout out to Lindsey Rewuski and Sarah Krawec for their artistic vision, organizational skills and sense of humour!

The Moving Pictures Project

Inspired by the silent movie era, LUGO presents a selection of film and video works to be accompanied by a live musical soundtrack. Vanguards of Saskatoon’s independent music community will respond to selected works and provide a live soundtrack over the course of the evening. The moving pictures project is a presented in collaboration with Festival Cinergie.

Program:
Biliana Velkova, Zaum
Amalie Atkins, Die Blume Prufen
JS Gauthier, Gator Fears
Amber Christensen and Karen Polowick, A Telephone Call
David LaRiviere, The Apology
Dave Turcotte, Vivre ma vie
Amber Christensen and Karen Polowick, A Party for No One
Nelson Manning, Explorer Trailer

Music by:
Burke Barlow
Mairin Loewen
Miss Daily
Chad Munson
Colin Skrapek
Dean Summach
Gilles Zolty

South of 60

Mysterious!

The Actor’s Nightmare

Coming together just for the occasion, the theatre collective of Jenna-Lee Hyde, Jules Mercier and Heather Morrison present an interactive and unexpected theatre experience. Designed to delight, LUGO revellers will discover the terrifying thrill of theatrical performance.  These talented young actors have been honing their chops in Saskatoon’s lively theatre scene including performances with Live Five, Skit Skit, the Saskatoon Fringe Festival and many other independent theatre productions.

Slow Down, Molasses

Slow Down, Molasses is a sprawling indie rock ensemble who has toured extensively in support of their recent release, Walk into the Sea. Make friends with them on Facebook.

Father Figures

Comprised of drummer Billy Tataryn and guitarist Matt Folkerson, the Father Figures have parlayed their tight live performance and promising EP into next level indie rock status.