Exclusive: Anthony Galde talks all things MARY AND MAX at Theatre Calgary
by Vicki Trask - October 06, 2018
"When I saw the movie, I was just like: 'I get you, I so get you'… When I did Wicked we used to say 'everyone has a little green in them.' And that's what I feel like Max is about. Even though he has a diagnosed condition, everyone feels, you know, uncomfortable in their skin at some point. So that, I related to right away and just, the idea of connection."
by Vicki Trask - October 06, 2018
"When I saw the movie, I was just like: 'I get you, I so get you'… When I did Wicked we used to say 'everyone has a little green in them.' And that's what I feel like Max is about. Even though he has a diagnosed condition, everyone feels, you know, uncomfortable in their skin at some point. So that, I related to right away and just, the idea of connection."
Tony Award-Winning Comedy 'ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD' Turns Shakespeare's Classic Tragedy Inside Out
by Vicki Trask - October 04, 2018
Opening Tuesday, October 9 and running until October 21, Alberta Theatre Projects will present The Shakespeare Company and Hit & Myth's imaginative new production of Tom Stoppard's dark, witty comedy Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead. Set against the backdrop of Shakespeare's Hamlet, Stoppard's masterpiece follows the hilarious antics of two minor characters, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, as they question their place in the story of Hamlet and their inevitable fate.
by Vicki Trask - October 04, 2018
Opening Tuesday, October 9 and running until October 21, Alberta Theatre Projects will present The Shakespeare Company and Hit & Myth's imaginative new production of Tom Stoppard's dark, witty comedy Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead. Set against the backdrop of Shakespeare's Hamlet, Stoppard's masterpiece follows the hilarious antics of two minor characters, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, as they question their place in the story of Hamlet and their inevitable fate.
Nominations Now Open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. 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.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Calgary Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. 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.
BWW Review: AND THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Slays at Stage West
by Vicki Trask - September 25, 2018
Taken from the Liza Minelli song in the 1977 movie musical 'New York, New York', this two hour revue covers songs from twelve musical productions, woven together - with no plot - to feature a cast of five artists playing all the characters. From roller skating in 'The Rink', to luring the audience in 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman', and dancing around to 'Liza With a 'Z', this show is a non-stop ride for the performers and an evening full of entertainment for the audience.
by Vicki Trask - September 25, 2018
Taken from the Liza Minelli song in the 1977 movie musical 'New York, New York', this two hour revue covers songs from twelve musical productions, woven together - with no plot - to feature a cast of five artists playing all the characters. From roller skating in 'The Rink', to luring the audience in 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman', and dancing around to 'Liza With a 'Z', this show is a non-stop ride for the performers and an evening full of entertainment for the audience.
8ROJO Presents AFTER
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
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.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
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.
BJM'S DANCE ME Comes To Alberta Ballet This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
The Alberta Ballet is performing BJM'S DANCE ME, featuring the work of Leonard Cohen, in Calgary from September 20 to September 22.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
The Alberta Ballet is performing BJM'S DANCE ME, featuring the work of Leonard Cohen, in Calgary from September 20 to September 22.
COME FROM AWAY To Play Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium This Season
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY is flying into Calgary in March 2019, running from March 19 to March 24.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
The national tour of COME FROM AWAY is flying into Calgary in March 2019, running from March 19 to March 24.
A FEW GOOD MEN Comes to Calgary This October
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
A Few Good Men, presented by Simply Theatre, comes to the Joyce Doolittle Theatre starting October 19
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
A Few Good Men, presented by Simply Theatre, comes to the Joyce Doolittle Theatre starting October 19
BWW Review: HONOR BEAT at Theatre Calgary Starts The Season Right
by Vicki Trask - September 11, 2018
In a world struggling to find connection, how strange that we're brought together in one place to witness the beautiful love and ultimate separation of a family, in an oddly comforting way...To say the least, this is a beautiful story. And one that might be hard to hear. Playwright Tara Beagan does not shy away from the challenging topics, baring a lifetime of pain in just over two hours.
by Vicki Trask - September 11, 2018
In a world struggling to find connection, how strange that we're brought together in one place to witness the beautiful love and ultimate separation of a family, in an oddly comforting way...To say the least, this is a beautiful story. And one that might be hard to hear. Playwright Tara Beagan does not shy away from the challenging topics, baring a lifetime of pain in just over two hours.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Comes To Calgary Theatre Next Month!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2018
The hit Broadway show THE BOOK OF MORMON, from the creators of the television show South Park, is coming to the Calgary Theatre from Sept. 11 to Sept. 16.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2018
The hit Broadway show THE BOOK OF MORMON, from the creators of the television show South Park, is coming to the Calgary Theatre from Sept. 11 to Sept. 16.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns to Calgary
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2018
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a sold out engagement in 2016 returns to Calgary for a limited engagement September 11-16 at The Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2018
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a sold out engagement in 2016 returns to Calgary for a limited engagement September 11-16 at The Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Georgian Pianist Nicolas Namoradze Wins 2018 Honens International Piano Competition
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2018
Georgian pianist Nicolas Namoradze (age 26) has been named Prize Laureate of the 2018 Honens International Piano Competition. He wins the world's largest prize for piano $100,000 (CAD) and an Artist Development Program valued at a half-million dollars. Finalists Han Chen (Taiwan / age 26) and Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner (United States / age 21) each received Raeburn Prizes of $10,000 (CAD), and for the first time in Honens' history an Audience Award of $5,000 (CAD) was presented to Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2018
Georgian pianist Nicolas Namoradze (age 26) has been named Prize Laureate of the 2018 Honens International Piano Competition. He wins the world's largest prize for piano $100,000 (CAD) and an Artist Development Program valued at a half-million dollars. Finalists Han Chen (Taiwan / age 26) and Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner (United States / age 21) each received Raeburn Prizes of $10,000 (CAD), and for the first time in Honens' history an Audience Award of $5,000 (CAD) was presented to Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner.
Exclusive: How THE NEW CANADIAN CURLING CLUB Replaced WITHOUT RULE OF LAW In Alberta Theatre Project's Upcoming Season
by Vicki Trask - August 13, 2018
Last week, ATP made the announcement that they would be replacing the fifth show in the season, Without Rule of Law (WROL) with a show by another Canadian writer, Mark Crawford and his new work The New Canadian Curling Club.
by Vicki Trask - August 13, 2018
Last week, ATP made the announcement that they would be replacing the fifth show in the season, Without Rule of Law (WROL) with a show by another Canadian writer, Mark Crawford and his new work The New Canadian Curling Club.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Comes To Calgary Theatre Next Month!
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2018
The hit Broadway show THE BOOK OF MORMON, from the creators of the television show South Park, is coming to the Calgary Theatre from Sept. 11 to Sept. 16.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2018
The hit Broadway show THE BOOK OF MORMON, from the creators of the television show South Park, is coming to the Calgary Theatre from Sept. 11 to Sept. 16.
Alberta Theatre Projects Revises 2018/2019 Season To Promote Diversity in Theatre
by Vicki Trask - August 07, 2018
Alberta Theatre Projects is reprogramming the fifth and final production of its 2018/19 season with The New Canadian Curling Club, a hilarious and inspiring story by Canadian playwright Mark Crawford about community, humility, and understanding our differences.
by Vicki Trask - August 07, 2018
Alberta Theatre Projects is reprogramming the fifth and final production of its 2018/19 season with The New Canadian Curling Club, a hilarious and inspiring story by Canadian playwright Mark Crawford about community, humility, and understanding our differences.
Calgary Opera Announces Ben Heppner As Honorary Chair Of New Legacy Society
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
Calgary Opera's General Director and CEO, Keith Cerny, Ph.D., is delighted to announce distinguished Canadian tenor and broadcaster Ben Heppner, O.C., LL.D., as Honorary Chair of Calgary Opera's new Legacy Society.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
Calgary Opera's General Director and CEO, Keith Cerny, Ph.D., is delighted to announce distinguished Canadian tenor and broadcaster Ben Heppner, O.C., LL.D., as Honorary Chair of Calgary Opera's new Legacy Society.
BWW Review: LES MISERABLES by Broadway Across Canada Left Me With a Heart Full of Love
by Vicki Trask - July 19, 2018
There is a reason that Les Miserables is the longest running musical of all time. It is hopeful and beautiful in its dark setting and the sense of rebellion and companionship the audiences leave with, have made it a classic part of the theatre community in its 33 years.
by Vicki Trask - July 19, 2018
There is a reason that Les Miserables is the longest running musical of all time. It is hopeful and beautiful in its dark setting and the sense of rebellion and companionship the audiences leave with, have made it a classic part of the theatre community in its 33 years.
BWW Review: THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA at Shakespeare By The Bow
by Vicki Trask - July 17, 2018
Shakespeare by the Bow has been a staple of Calgary summer theatre for the past seven years and yet, regrettably, this was my first year walking through Prince's Island Park to attend Theatre Calgary's seminal programing.
by Vicki Trask - July 17, 2018
Shakespeare by the Bow has been a staple of Calgary summer theatre for the past seven years and yet, regrettably, this was my first year walking through Prince's Island Park to attend Theatre Calgary's seminal programing.
BWW Review: Have a Toe-Tappin' Good Time in the RED ROCK DINER at Stage West Theatre
by Vicki Trask - July 08, 2018
What I expected to be an evening of upbeat music and fun-filled choreography did deliver, but not in a way that left me completely satisfied.
by Vicki Trask - July 08, 2018
What I expected to be an evening of upbeat music and fun-filled choreography did deliver, but not in a way that left me completely satisfied.
BJM'S DANCE ME Comes To Alberta Ballet This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2018
The Alberta Ballet is performing BJM'S DANCE ME, featuring the work of Leonard Cohen, in Calgary from September 20 to September 22.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2018
The Alberta Ballet is performing BJM'S DANCE ME, featuring the work of Leonard Cohen, in Calgary from September 20 to September 22.
INTO THE WOODS Comes To StoryBook Theatre 8/18
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
The StoryBook Theatre is bringing Stephen Sondheim's classic INTO THE WOODS to life, running from August 18 to September 8.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
The StoryBook Theatre is bringing Stephen Sondheim's classic INTO THE WOODS to life, running from August 18 to September 8.
Banff Centre Commissions 12 New Works By Canadian And International Composers This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is proud to commission an extraordinary 12 new works by Canadian and international composers as part of its 2018 Summer Music program - a series of three unique residencies designed by co-artistic directors, world-class musicians Claire Chase and Steven Schick. All 12 new works will be given their world premieres by Summer Music program participants, alongside faculty and guest artists, over the course of seven concerts starting in June 2018. Tickets are on sale now at banffcentre.ca/summer-music-series
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2018
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is proud to commission an extraordinary 12 new works by Canadian and international composers as part of its 2018 Summer Music program - a series of three unique residencies designed by co-artistic directors, world-class musicians Claire Chase and Steven Schick. All 12 new works will be given their world premieres by Summer Music program participants, alongside faculty and guest artists, over the course of seven concerts starting in June 2018. Tickets are on sale now at banffcentre.ca/summer-music-series
THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns to Calgary
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a sold out engagement in 2016 returns to Calgary for a limited engagement September 11-16 at The Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2018
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, which played a sold out engagement in 2016 returns to Calgary for a limited engagement September 11-16 at The Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Alberta Theatre Projects Welcomes Darcy Evans as its New Artistic Producer
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2018
Anne Brown, Chair of the Board of Directors of Alberta Theatre Projects, has announced that Darcy Evans will be stepping into the role of Artistic Producer. Following a national search, Evans was the board's unanimous choice, according to theatrealberta.com.
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2018
Anne Brown, Chair of the Board of Directors of Alberta Theatre Projects, has announced that Darcy Evans will be stepping into the role of Artistic Producer. Following a national search, Evans was the board's unanimous choice, according to theatrealberta.com.
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