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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, TRUE WEST and More Set for Theatre Calgary 2026-27 Season

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, TRUE WEST and More Set for Theatre Calgary 2026-27 Season

by BWW News Desk — April 7, 2026
Theatre Calgary has revealed the company’s 2026-27 season of plays.
Preview: THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS IN CONCERT at Southern Alberta Jubilee

Preview: THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS IN CONCERT at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

by Amanda Barnum — April 6, 2026
I was personally inspired to go into acting and filmmaking as a young adult thanks to this timeless trilogy.
THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Will Come to Calgary Opera

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Will Come to Calgary Opera

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
Calgary Opera will close its season with a lively celebration of comedy and vocal brilliance in The Barber of Seville.
VIDEO: First Look at A DOLL'S HOUSE at Theatre Calgary

VIDEO: First Look at A DOLL'S HOUSE at Theatre Calgary

by Joshua Wright — March 31, 2026
Theatre Calgary has released first look footage of A Doll's House, the Canadian Premiere of Amy Herzog's acclaimed new version of Henrik Ibsen's classic, now playing through May 3, 2026 at the Max Bell Theatre (Werklund Centre) in Calgary, Alberta.
Review: Stage West’s WHO’S UNDER WHERE is a True Battle of the Sexes

Review: Stage West’s WHO’S UNDER WHERE is a True Battle of the Sexes

by Amanda Barnum — March 30, 2026
Having never attended a show at the Stage West Theatre here in Calgary, I wasn’t really sure what to expect.
Review: CANDLELIGHT®: THE BEST OF HANS ZIMMER at Grace Presbyterian Church

Review: CANDLELIGHT®: THE BEST OF HANS ZIMMER at Grace Presbyterian Church

by Amanda Barnum — March 22, 2026
The Candlelight® concert series is a special treat for music lovers of all ages and varying music tastes.
Review: SWAN LAKE at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

Review: SWAN LAKE at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

by Amanda Barnum — March 14, 2026
There’s a reason that the ballet holds rank as an elite art form, and Alberta Ballet’s production of ‘Swan Lake’ is evidence of just such a title.
Review: CASEY & DIANA at Martha Cohen Theatre

Review: CASEY & DIANA at Martha Cohen Theatre

by Amanda Barnum — March 13, 2026
Every so often, we encounter stories so powerful that they remind us of the fragility of our human lives.
Tenille Townes Will Make Orchestral Debut with Calgary Phil

Tenille Townes Will Make Orchestral Debut with Calgary Phil

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
The Calgary Philharmonic will present Canadian Singer-Songwriter Tenille Townes as the headline artist for its annual Taylor Family Foundation concerts at the Bella Concert Hall and Jack Singer Concert Hall.
Video: THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE Musical Director and Sound Designer on Bringing

Video: THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE Musical Director and Sound Designer on Bringing the Show to Life

by BWW News Desk — March 5, 2026
The Tale of the Gifted Prince is now playing at Theatre Calgary.
Review: Theatre Calgary's THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE - A Journey of Self-Discovery

Review: Theatre Calgary's THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE - A Journey of Self-Discovery

by Amanda Barnum — March 2, 2026
Faraway kingdoms, magical interventions, and larger-than-life puppets may sound like child’s play but The Tale of the Gifted Prince has found a way to combine all of these into a heartfelt tale of self-discovery.
Inside Out Theatre and Handsome Alice to Present the Premiere of LAZY SUSAN

Inside Out Theatre and Handsome Alice to Present the Premiere of LAZY SUSAN

by BWW News Desk — March 2, 2026
Inside Out Theatre and Handsome Alice will present Lazy Susan, a laugh-out-loud funny and quietly devastating immersive play by Col Cseke, running at The Big Secret Theatre in Werklund Centre.
Video: Watch the Trailer for THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE at Theatre Calgary

Video: Watch the Trailer for THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE at Theatre Calgary

by BWW News Desk — February 28, 2026
Check out the trailer for the World Premiere Musical, In Partnership with Somerled Arts, The Tale of the Gifted Prince, running at Theatre Calgary through March 15.
Sage Theatre to Present RESET, AI Theatre Production

Sage Theatre to Present RESET, AI Theatre Production

by BWW News Desk — February 26, 2026
Sage Theatre, in collaboration with Vertical City, introduces RESET by Bruce Barton, a new production featuring artificial intelligence on stage, set to premiere in 2026.
Vertigo Theatre to Present Canadian Thriller A KILLING SNOW in Calgary

Vertigo Theatre to Present Canadian Thriller A KILLING SNOW in Calgary

by BWW News Desk — February 24, 2026
Residing on Treaty 7 Territory and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6), Vertigo Theatre will present A Killing Snow by Canadian playwright Paul Ciufo.
Eímear Noone To Lead GAMESYMPHONIC With Calgary Phil

Eímear Noone To Lead GAMESYMPHONIC With Calgary Phil

by BWW News Desk — February 23, 2026
Eímear Noone will lead the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra in GAMESYMPHONIC at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Photos: THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE at Theatre Calgary

Photos: THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE at Theatre Calgary

by BWW News Desk — February 20, 2026
Theatre Calgary, in partnership with Somerled Arts, has released production photos from the world premiere of THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE, featuring a book and lyrics by Lezlie Wade and music by Daniel Green.
THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE World Premiere to Open at Theatre Calgary

THE TALE OF THE GIFTED PRINCE World Premiere to Open at Theatre Calgary

by BWW News Desk — February 20, 2026
Theatre Calgary, in partnership with Somerled Arts, will open the World Premiere musical The Tale of the Gifted Prince, with book & lyrics by Lezlie Wade and music by Daniel Green.
THE STARLING EFFECT to Receive World Premiere from Verb Theatre

THE STARLING EFFECT to Receive World Premiere from Verb Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Verb Theatre, in collaboration with Reckless Daughter Creative, will present THE STARLING EFFECT, a new play by Lara Schmitz, from April 30 to May 9, 2026.
BOTTICELLI IN THE FIRE to be Presented at Big Secret Theatre

BOTTICELLI IN THE FIRE to be Presented at Big Secret Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
​From the imagination of Jordan Tannahill, one of Canada's most celebrated playwrights, comes a daring and provocative reimagining of Renaissance Florence that feels urgently of the now.
LAZY SUSAN Comes to The Big Secret Theatre in March

LAZY SUSAN Comes to The Big Secret Theatre in March

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Lazy Susan By Col Cseke will be Co-Presented by Inside Out Theatre & Handsome Alice Theatre on March 17 - 28, 2026 t The Big Secret Theatre, Werklund Centre, 225 8 Ave SE.
Joe Calarco's ROMEO AND JULIET to be Presented by The Shakespeare Company and Sage Th

Joe Calarco's ROMEO AND JULIET to be Presented by The Shakespeare Company and Sage Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 4, 2026
The Shakespeare Company and Sage Theatre will present Joe Calarco's adaptation of Romeo and Juliet.
Full Circle Theatre to Present THE TAMING OF THE SHREW With a Fantastical Twist

Full Circle Theatre to Present THE TAMING OF THE SHREW With a Fantastical Twist

by BWW News Desk — January 28, 2026
Full Circle Theatre began its journey with The Taming of the Shrew in 2011.
TOSCA, CINDERELLA and More Set for Calgary Opera 2026/27 Season

TOSCA, CINDERELLA and More Set for Calgary Opera 2026/27 Season

by BWW News Desk — January 23, 2026
Calgary Opera will present its 2026/27 season, showcasing a blend of classic operas and contemporary pieces.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards

Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards

by BWW Awards — January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.

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