Medalta Documentary on the Front Page

Over the weekend, my documentary, Clay, Creativity, and the Comeback made the front page of the Medicine Hat News upon the announcement of the premiere screenings taking place later this month at the Monarch Theatre. Three shows have been scheduled for April 30, May 1, and May 2 and will relaunch this documentary about how Medalta Potteries was saved and mark the 40th anniversary of the Friends of Medalta Society.

Tickets for the screenings can be purchased by clicking here.

Medalta Documentary Tickets at the Monarch Theatre

Purchase movie tickets for the Medalta documentary by clicking here.

My feature-length documentary, "Clay, Creativity, and the Comeback" is finally getting the long awaited "official" premiere and re-release that was cut short by all the cancellations in 2020.

For the first time, the story about how Medalta Potteries and the industrial ruins of Medicine Hat's abandoned clay district were saved from demolition will premiere at the Monarch Theatre at the end of the month. Screenings will take place at 7 PM on April 30, May 1, and May 2, 2026.

Featuring original interviews, unseen archival materials, and a story told by the incredible volunteers who stepped up to make it happen - this is one of those movies that will make you look at what's in your own backyard a little differently.

Purchase movie tickets for the Medalta documentary by clicking here.

Exploring Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee

Beale Street is one of the most iconic streets in American music history, located in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee. Stretching just a few blocks, it has had an outsized influence on the development of blues, jazz, and early rock ’n’ roll.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Beale Street became a cultural hub for African American life in Memphis. It was lined with businesses, theaters, and clubs that fostered creativity and community during a time of segregation. Musicians played on sidewalks and in packed venues, shaping what would become the Memphis blues sound. Legends like W.C. Handy, often called the “Father of the Blues,” helped popularize the genre after being inspired by the music he heard on Beale Street.

During its peak, the street buzzed with energy day and night. However, like many historic districts, it experienced decline in the mid-20th century. By the 1970s, much of Beale Street had fallen into disrepair. A major revitalization effort helped restore it, preserving its musical legacy while transforming it into a vibrant entertainment district once again.

Today, Beale Street is filled with live music venues, restaurants, and neon lights. Clubs like B.B. King's Blues Club keep the spirit of blues alive, hosting performers who carry on the traditions established generations ago. Visitors can walk the same pavement where influential artists once played, soaking in the rhythms that helped shape modern music.

Whether you’re drawn by history, music, or nightlife, Beale Street offers a unique glimpse into the soul of Memphis. It stands not just as a tourist destination, but as a living tribute to the enduring power of American musical culture.