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Rapid Fire Theatre To Present WILDFIRE 2026
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Rapid Fire Theatre will present Wildfire 2026, Alberta’s annual teen improv festival, in Edmonton. The event will include junior high and high school Theatresports tournaments and the Alberta Regionals of the Canadian Improv Games.
Ballet Edmonton To Present THRESHOLD At Triffo Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2026
Ballet Edmonton will present THRESHOLD, a contemporary ballet program featuring two world premieres by Cyril Baldy and Marie Gyselbrecht. The performances take place at the Triffo Theatre at MacEwan University.
BURNING MOM Comes to The Citadel
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2026
Citadel Theatre will present the compelling new play BURNING MOM in January 2026, offering audiences a powerful exploration of themes through dynamic storytelling.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! Sparkles at Edmonton's Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by Sarah Dussome - January 15, 2026
Ryan Vazquez and Gabriela Carrillo shine in Moulin Rouge Edmonton at Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium until January 18.
Hiromi’s Sonicwonder To Appear At JazzYYC 2026 Summer Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2026
Jazz pianist Hiromi will make her Calgary debut with Hiromi’s Sonicwonder during the JazzYYC 2026 Summer Festival. The concert will take place June 25 at Bella Concert Hall and feature music from Sonicwonderland.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Denzal Sinclaire at Ironwood Stage & Grill
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2026
Denzal Sinclaire will perform a special Valentine's Day concert at Ironwood Stage & Grill, offering an evening of romantic music and charm. The event promises a memorable night with one of Canada's premier jazz vocalists.
Ballet Edmonton To Present THRESHOLD AT Triffo Theatre In February
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2026
Ballet Edmonton will present THRESHOLD, a contemporary ballet program featuring two world premieres, running Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Triffo Theatre in Allard Hall.
Award-Winning Classic DEATH OF A SALESMAN Returns To The Citadel Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2026
In a nod to the Citadel Theatre's very first season in 1965, Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman returns to the Citadel stage this January. Death of a Salesman follows Willy Loman, a traveling salesman nearing the end of his career, as he struggles to reconcile his lifelong aspirations with reality.
DEATH OF A SALESMAN Comes to the Citadel Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2026
Death of a Salesman is coming to the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton this month. Performances will run January 24 - February 15, 2026. Learn more about the show here!
MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to Edmonton in January
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2025
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will run at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium from Jan. 13 through Jan. 18, 2026. The production is a stage adaptation of the 2001 film Moulin Rouge!
Shah Sadikov Joins The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra As Assistant Conductor & Community Ambassador 
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has announced the appointment of Shah Sadikov as its new Assistant Conductor & Community Ambassador, following an international search.
Disclosure and deadmau5 to Headline Igloofest Edmonton 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2025
Global electronic music powerhouses Alison Wonderland, Disclosure (DJ Set), and deadmau5 will headline the debut edition of Igloofest Edmonton, taking place in Fan Park @ ICE District.
BEAR GREASE: SHACK UP FOR THE WINTER Will Return To The Citadel For A Festive Holiday Run
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Bear Grease: Shack Up For The Winter will return to the Citadel Theatre from December 18–21, bringing a new holiday twist to the all-Indigenous production fresh off its Off-Broadway debut.
Review: VINYL CAFE: THE MUSICAL Charms Audiences at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - November 15, 2025
This festive world premiere features a book by Georgina Escobar and Jess Milton along with original music and lyrics by Colleen Dauncey and Akiva Romer-Segal.
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL Moonwalks into Edmonton
by Sarah Dussome - November 13, 2025
MJ the Musical is a dazzling testament to his artistry, inviting audiences to be thrilled all over again by his music, dancing, and star power.
Shumka Dancers and Brian Webb to be Inducted Into Dance Collection Danse Canadian Dance Hall of Fame
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
Canada's Ukrainian Shumka Dancers and contemporary dance artist/presenter, Brian Webb, will be inducted into the Dance Collection Danse Canadian Dance Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Winnipeg.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to the Citadel Theatre for Its 26th Season
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre will present its 26th annual production of A Christmas Carol from November 22 through December 24, 2025. The production will once again play in the Maclab Theatre under the direction of Lianna Makuch.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Edmonton Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Edmonton Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Shumka Will Present CANADA’S UKRAINIAN NUTCRACKER At Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
Shumka will return to the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium for three performances of Canada’s Ukrainian Nutcracker on December 20 and 21, 2025. Tickets are on sale now.
Paul Woida Will Perform Live at Festival Place
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2025
Paul Woida has earned a reputation as one of Alberta's most dynamic live performers, using looping technology to create the sound and energy of a full band — all by himself.
VINYL CAFE: THE MUSICAL Will Make World Premiere at the Citadel Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2025
A brand-new Christmas musical will make its world premiere at The Citadel based on the classic and beloved Vinyl Cafe stories of Canadian icon, Stuart McLean. 
Tickets For LES MISERABLES in Edmonton Go on Sale This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2025
Tickets for the return of Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon LES MISÉRABLES, will go on sale October 20, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Edmonton Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Edmonton Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Citadel Theatre Reveals 2025/26 Playwrights Lab
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced the four playwrights selected for the 2025/26 Playwrights Lab, a cornerstone of the Citadel's Play Development program.
Review: LIFE OF PI Opens at Edmonton's Citadel Theatre
by Sarah Dussome - September 22, 2025
Since its 2001 publication, Yann Martel’s novel, Life of Pi, has captivated readers around the world. Nearly two decades and an Academy Award-winning film adaptation later, the extraordinary story made its live theatre debut in Sheffield, England before transferring to London’s West End. Now, the Olivier Award-winning production embarks on its highly anticipated run at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre.  

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Death of a Salesman in Edmonton Death of a Salesman
The Citadel Theatre (1/24 - 2/15)
The Wizard of Oz in Edmonton The Wizard of Oz
The Citadel Theatre (3/7 - 4/12)
Casey and Diana in Edmonton Casey and Diana
The Citadel Theatre (4/4 - 4/26)
Cyrano de Bergerac in Edmonton Cyrano de Bergerac
The Citadel Theatre (5/2 - 5/24)
Middle Aged Boy Band : A Music Parody and Comedy Show-St. Albert, AB On April 17, 2026 in Edmonton Middle Aged Boy Band : A Music Parody and Comedy Show-St. Albert, AB On April 17, 2026
The Arden Theatre (4/17 - 4/17)
Les Miserables in Edmonton Les Miserables
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (3/10 - 3/15)
 Burning Mom in Edmonton Burning Mom
The Citadel Theatre (2/14 - 3/8)
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