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Alberta Theatre Projects To Modify 2020-2021 Season Due To COVID-19
by Vicki Trask - June 17, 2020
Alberta Theatre Projects and The Grand Theatre are announcing that Cabaret will unfortunately no longer be taking place in the Martha Cohen Theatre as originally planned from April 14 to May 2, 2021. This is due to The Grand Theatre postponing the entire tour of their acclaimed production for the upcoming Canadian theatre season, including performances originally scheduled to conclude Alberta Theatre Projects' 2020-2021 season.
The Calgary Allied Arts Foundation Launches Fundraiser to Assist Visual Artists
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2020
The Calgary Allied Arts Foundation (CAAF) is launching 'Petits Masterpieces' to raise funds for Visual Artists in need in our community.
Quest Theatre Moves Online to Present Digital Drama Camps
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2020
The world has gone very digital, very quickly, and in an attempt to provide children with the opportunity to participate in safe live programming that is creative and interactive, Quest Theatre is launching their summer Drama Camps as a flexible digital offering starting on June 29, 2020.
Alberta Theatre Projects Announces PLAYWRIGHTS PROJECTS 2020
by Vicki Trask - May 28, 2020
Alberta Theatre Projects is thrilled to announce Playwrights Projects 2020, two weeks of concurrent digital workshops of three new Canadian plays, from June 8 to June 20, 2020. The initiative features Undressed by Louise Casemore, Boom Baby by Natalie Meisner, and a new adaptation of J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan by Andrew Scanlon.
Project X Theatre Postpones X FEST 2020
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2020
Project X Theatre has decided to postpone the two productions in X Fest 2020: Theatre Under the Trees, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by Melissa Young and Red Riding Hood by Mike Kenny. 
Sage Theatre Presents IGNITE FESTIVAL: HYPERSPACE EDITION
by Vicki Trask - May 20, 2020
The festival for fresh faces forges their way through the at-a-distance and digital foliage. Celebrating its 15th year, the IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists, presented by Sage Theatre, is adapting its format in response to the COVID19 pandemic.
How Calgary Performing Arts Organizations Are Operating During Current Outbreak
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2020
Calgary theatres are looking at the road ahead during the current global health crisis and planning for a strong return despite economic uncertainty, CBC reports.
Alberta Avenue Business Association Launches Operation Clean Sweep Alberta Avenue
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2020
Alberta Avenue Business Association will launch a new event, Operation Clean Sweep Alberta Avenue.
Yardbird Suite Announces Virtual Series Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2020
On the occasion of International Jazz Day and in the spirit of our incredible collective effort to flatten the curve, the Yardbird Suite, Edmonton's premiere jazz venue since 1957, is presenting a series of live online performances for the Yardbird Suite Virtual Series.
Shumka Presents Isolation Hopak in Honor of International Dance Day
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2020
In celebration of International Dance Day on Wednesday April 29, the Shumka Dancers present Isolation Hopak, a compilation of Classic Hopak choreography performed by members of the company in isolation and edited together by the fine eye of Senior Creative Director Les Sereda.
TD JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival VIRTUAL Line Up Announced
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
The first ever VIRTUAL TD JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival running online only starts International Jazz Day, April 30, and runs until May 27, 2020. This new Festival is in partnership with Jazz Home Delivery.
Walterdale Theatre Cancels Remainder of 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2020
After much deliberation and discussion, the Board of Directors of Walterdale Theatre Associates has made the decision to cancel the remainder of the 2019-2020 Season.
JAZZYYC Summer Festival Postponed - International Jazz Days Festival Goes Online
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2020
This year's edition of the JazzYYC Summer Jazz Festival will be postponed to June 17 to 20, 2021 in a variety of locations throughout Calgary. JazzYYC will announce their lineup in late 2020 and early 2021 and will look forward to seeing everyone there once this curve is flattened.
Black Radish Theatre to Present MESA An Inter-Generational Road Trip with Moxie
by Vicki Trask - March 10, 2020
Following on the heels of its awarding-winning, inaugural production, WAITING FOR GODOT, Black Radish Theatre presents MESA (March 19 a?" April 5, 2020). Written by Calgary's own Doug Curtis, the production is directed by Andy Curtis and features fellow ensemble members Duval Lang, Tyrell Crews, Christopher Hunt, and Calgary musician, Chantal Vitalis.
Jupiter Theatre Brings Real-Life Magic To The Calgary Stage
by Vicki Trask - March 04, 2020
Mockus is a thrilling tale based on true events of a mayor desperate to save his city and the clown who inspires him through a world of imagination. The clown's antics, and his success, provoke fear and jealousy in this strange world not too far from our own. How will they survive, armed only with laughter and love? Featuring spectacular acrobatics and exhilarating music and dance, Mockus will transport you to the sublime world of the three-ring circus.
HEISENBERG Comes to the Shadow Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2020
Amidst the bustle of a crowded London train station, 40-ish Georgie spots Alex, a much older man, and plants a kiss on his neck. This electric encounter thrusts these two strangers into a fascinating and lifea?'changing game. Peeling away the many layers of everyday relationships with subtle humour and quiet poeticism, Heisenberg brings to poignant theatrical life the uncertain and comical sparring match that is human connection.
Alberta Theatre Projects Presents ACTUALLY by Anna Ziegler
by Vicki Trask - February 26, 2020
Alberta Theatre Projects examines the issue of consent head-on, tackling the politics of race, gender, and privilege on a contemporary university campus in the award-winning Actually by Anna Ziegler. With a laser-focus on only two characters, and their point of view on the same situation, Actually is destined to trigger discussion after audiences experience the piece at the Martha Cohen Theatre, February 26 - March 14, 2020.
Birnton Theatricals To Feature Canadian Premiere of THE OTHER JOSH COHEN
by Vicki Trask - February 26, 2020
Calgary-based company Birnton Theatricals, in association with SEBO Data Solutions, proudly presents the Canadian Premiere of the Off-Broadway musical 'The Other Josh Cohen' - Book, Music and Lyrics by David Rossmer and Steve Rosen.
BWW Review: Stage West Swings the Vote with THE OUTSIDER
by Vicki Trask - February 25, 2020
When it comes to political theatre, one's mind does not immediately turn to Stage West Theatre Restaurant. But if there's one thing Calgarians have come to learn, it's that Stage West loves to bring all kinds of comedy to the stage to entertain their audiences. Their current production of The Outsider is one such comedy that had me in stitches but left me wanting.
Calgary Philharmonic Renews Music Director's contract for 5 years
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Since becoming Music Director of the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra in the 2017/2018 Season, Rune Bergmann has driven the strategic vision of the organization through ambitious artistic projects and community-building initiatives. He has brought in major artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Renee Fleming, and Itzhak Perlman; launched the Calgary Philharmonic's high-quality live-stream project that shares the concert experience with audiences from across Alberta and around the world; attracted talented new musicians to the Orchestra as it goes through a period of change; and given high priority to education and community programmes.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Digital Lottery Announced In Calgary
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2020
Described by the Los Angeles Times as a a?oecultural phenomenon,a?? Dear Evan Hansen comes to Calgary's Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium February 18 to 23. In advance of the start of performances, the production announced today that it will host a digital ticket lottery offering fans the chance to purchase a limited number of $25 tickets available per performance.
Downstage Presents World Premiere of MEN EXPRESS THEIR FEELINGS
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2020
Downstage, with the generous support of Hit & Myth Productions, is proud to present Men Express Their Feelings, the rollicking world premiere production by Sunny Drake, from February 28 - March 15, 2020, at the Big Secret Theatre. 
Banff Centre Offers Literary Mentorship Residency For Newly Created Carol Shield Prize For Fiction
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2020
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is proud to announce its partnership with a major new North American literary award launching in 2022a?"The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction, the first English-language literary award to celebrate creativity and excellence in fiction by women writers in the United States and Canada.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Digital Lottery Announced
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2020
Dear Evan Hansen comes to Edmonton's Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium February 11 to 16. In advance of the start of performances, the production announced today that it will host a digital ticket lottery offering fans the chance to purchase a limited number of $25 tickets available per performance.
Calgary Philharmonic Commissions Five New Works For Year Of Beethoven
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2020
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra launches 2020: The Year of Beethoven with two performances on Valentine's weekend that will be live-streamed to a global audience. The concerts kick off a series of performances in honour of the game-changing composer's 250th birthday that includes his symphonies, piano concertos, and more, plus five new works by Canadian composers. 

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