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Alberta Theatre Projects Presents DISGRACED, a Hot-Button, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Drama
by Vicki Trask - October 04, 2019
Amir Kapoor is a successful Pakistani-American lawyer living on the Upper East side of Manhattan. He has also turned his back on his Muslim heritage. When he and his wife host a dinner party for Amir's rising African-American colleague and her Jewish husband, the evening gives way to a searing debate about race, privilege, politics and identity, taken on from a variety of cultural perspectives.
L'UniThéâtre Presents SIMONE ET LE WHOLE SHEBANG
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
Each performance includes English surtitles making L'UniThéâtre accessible to English audiences. Edmonton- YEG's only professional Francophone theatre company returns for another season of local and Canadian-made theatre written and performed in French with English surtitles. Simone et le whole shebang, nominated for the Michel Tremblay Prize and recently premiered by Le Laboratoire theatre company, is the first presentation.
Sage Theatre Celebrates Their 20th Year Boldly
by Vicki Trask - October 02, 2019
For two decades, Sage Theatre has been exploring deep into characters and stories that look into what it means to be alive today. They have created memorable productions, world premieres and given Calgary theatre artists a chance to challenge themselves on powerful work.
Nominations Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2019
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2018 through September 30, 2019. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Play at Theatre Calgary
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2019
Theatre Calgary will be taken from past to present to future with A Christmas Carol coming to Calgary from November 28-December 28.
ICELAND Comes To Theatre Calgary Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2019
This powerful one-act, Canadian-born piece follows three expertly written, imperfect characters through their relationships with money, greed and righteousness. Told through three interconnected monologues, this dark comedy explores humanity and the state of capitalism.
The Making Treaty 7 Cultural Society Welcomes Tom Jackson
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2019
The Making Treaty 7 Cultural Society is excited to announce Tom Jackson, one of Canada's most influential and distinguished actors, musicians and activists, as the company's ambassador, creative collaborator and producer, as they head into the first production in the 2019-2020 season.
Making Treaty 7 Announces 2019/2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2019
The Making Treaty 7 Cultural Society is excited to announce their 2019/2020 Season lineup in their new home as a resident company at The Grand. 
Broadway Across Canada Seeks Young Female Child Actress For WAITRESS In Calgary!
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2019
WAITRESS, the Tony nominated musical will be premiering at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium on November 19 for a limited engagement and is looking for two young girls to perform the role of a?oeLulua?? for the duration of the engagement.  For those interested in auditioning, please sign up at: Calgary.Broadway.com/WaitressAuditions 
BWW Review: THE WEDDING PARTY at Alberta Theatre Projects is an Absolute Riot
by Vicki Trask - September 16, 2019
Alberta Theatre Projects has opened their 2019/2020 season with a hilarious comedy that reminds us: we don't always have to like our family even if we love them. Written by Kristen Thomson (I, Claudia) and directed by Darcy Evans, The Wedding Party is one not to be missed.
Quest Theatre Presents FLIBBERTIGIBBET'S STORY EXHIBIT
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
After a successful first run last year, as part of Quest Theatre's Sweet Pea Neighbourhood Touring Series, Flibbertigibbet's Story Exhibit leaps back onto stages across Calgary with a whimsical and interactive show for ages three to seven and their families from October 4 - 12, 2019. 
BWW Review: RENT Kicks Off a Season of Love with Broadway Across Canada
by Vicki Trask - September 11, 2019
RENT tells the story of six New York artists struggling to survive at the end of the millennium. With a plot so complicated, it could be an opera (Puccini's La Bohéme), RENT is also a classic and one dear to many theatre-lovers' hearts. Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson, this 20th Anniversary tour is a story that speaks to audiences young and old.
SONGS FOR HOME, A Benefit Concert Featuring Denis Lambert, To Be Presented In Calgary
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
Denis Lambert will appear in SONGS FOR HOME, a benefit concert for Bishop O'Byrne Housing Association in Calgary. It will be presented at the Engineered Air Theatre at Arts Commons on September 21 at 3 and 7:30pm.
SONGS FOR HOME, A Benefit Concert Featuring Denis Lambert, To Be Presented In Calgary
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
Denis Lambert will appear in SONGS FOR HOME, a benefit concert for Bishop O'Byrne Housing Association in Calgary. It will be presented at the Engineered Air Theatre at Arts Commons on September 21 at 3 and 7:30pm.
THE WEDDING PARTY Brings Cabaret Seating To Alberta Theatre Projects For The First Time In Over 20 Years
by Vicki Trask - September 09, 2019
Alberta Theatre Projects is excited to open this season with The Wedding Party, written by acclaimed Canadian playwright Kristen Thomson and directed by Alberta Theatre Projects' Executive and Artistic Director Darcy Evans. Running Sept. 11-29, this is a hilarious gender-bending comedy about the joining of two very unlikely families.
A List of Calgary's Upcoming 2019/2020 Season
by Vicki Trask - September 07, 2019
Calgary's thriving theatre season officially got under way this September with the opening of Stage West's a?oeThere Goes The Bridea??. Broadway World has compiled a list of some of the exciting upcoming shows that Calgarians and visitors can look forward to in this 2019/2020 season.
RENT 20th Anniversary Tour Announces Rush Seats in Calgary
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Broadway Across Canada announced today that seats in the first rows of the orchestra section will be available for $25.00 for every performance of RENT, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical. The $25.00 tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Box Office, located at 1415 14 Ave NW, on the day of each performance only, one hour prior to the show. The $25.00 tickets are limited to two tickets per person.
Against The Grain Theatre Teams Up With Banff Centre To Present LA BOHEME Bar Tour
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Against the Grain Theatre (AtG) teams up with Banff Centre for its first ever national tour of LA BOHÈME!
Three Finalists Picked At The Banff International String Quartet Competition
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2019
Three of the world's finest young quartets will compete on Sunday, September 1 for the most coveted prize in chamber music at the 13th Banff International String Quartet Competition (BISQC) at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity.
Banff International String Quartet Competition Partners with Autism Calgary and Xenia Concerts to Present Relaxed Calgary Concert
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2019
The Rolston Quartet, winners of the 2016 Banff International String Quartet Competition (BISQC) will perform a relaxed concert on Saturday, August 31st at 11:00 a.m. at the Indefinite Arts Centre in Calgary.
Banff International String Quartet Competition Begins
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2019
Ten of the world's finest young quartets will compete for the most coveted prize in chamber music at the 13th Banff International String Quartet Competition (BISQC) at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity from August 26-September 1.
WAITRESS Comes To Calgary
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Broadway Across Canada in Calgary announces WAITRESS will play the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium for a limited 1-week engagement! The diner opens up November 19 to 24, 2019!
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Play at Theatre Calgary
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2019
Get transported back to the 1950s as Theatre Calgary presents Million Dollar Quartet April 21 through May 24, 2020.
Salvador Dalí-Inspired Interactive Performance Makes Its Calgary Debut As Part Of Beakerhead 2019
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
8ROJO is a Calgary-based, award-winning visual performance ensemble. The group has developed a unique style with its interdisciplinary performances for intimate spaces, which combine imaginative artistry and innovative creations.

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