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Energize Your Soul
"The inspiration for this season is about the triumph of the human spirit. No matter who you are or where you come from, we’ve all had to overcome some sort of adversity. The gift of theatre is its ability to move, touch, and inspire an audience through storytelling. Stories let us share situations in a way that creates an emotional connection with the characters on the stage, and inevitably with ourselves and our lives. The power of those connections gives space for us to realize that on a human level, we are all basically the same. We love, we laugh, we hurt, we learn."
- Stafford Arima, Artistic Director
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Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill
by Lanie Robertson
Directed by Ray Hogg
September 13 to October 2, 2022
Lose Yourself in the Music and Story of Billie Holiday
It’s March 1959, and in an intimate, seedy Philadelphia bar, Billie Holiday takes the stage for one of her final performances. Treat yourself to one powerhouse night of jazz, including her most memorable songs like “What a Little Moonlight Can Do”, “Strange Fruit“, and “God Bless the Child“. Told alongside the honest, riveting, and heartbreaking story of the singer’s life, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill will mesmerize you in a musical evening you won’t soon forget.
This production is made possible by the generous support of The Al Osten & Buddy Victor Legacy Fund.
The Importance of Being Earnest
by Oscar Wilde
Directed by Bronwyn Steinberg
October 25 to November 19, 2022
Revel in the Wit and Folly
Wealthy gentlemen Jack and Algernon have chosen to lead double lives to evade the tedium of polite society. However, when they attempt to win the love of two women who declare they will only love a man called Ernest – chaos begins. The Importance of Being Earnest is a tale of mistaken identities, rapid–fire wit, and cucumber sandwiches. Enjoy an evening of theatre laughing out loud. There may not be a funnier, more socially insightful play chock–full of eccentric characters than this masterpiece by Oscar Wilde.
Little Women
by Kate Hamill
Adapted from the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Directed by Jenna Rodgers
December 7 to 31, 2022
Share the Delight, Love, and Spirit
This coming of age war–time story about a family during the holidays is a tale that has been cherished for generations. Jo March isn’t your typical Victorian lady. She is unconventional and headstrong. And she is convinced that one day she will be a great novelist. But tumultuous times surround her and her sisters. They need to be imaginative, wise, and brave – all while approaching adulthood in Civil War America. Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel adapted by Kate Hamill is sure to bring warmth and joy to your holiday season.
The Belfry Theatre (Victoria) in a joint production with Savage Society (Vancouver) in association with NAC Indigenous Theatre (Ottawa) present
Little Red Warrior and His Lawyer
by Kevin Loring
Directed by Kevin Loring
January 31 to February 19, 2023
Laugh Along with this Biting and Hilarious Satire
Little Red is the last remaining member of the Little Red Warrior Nation. One day Red discovers that a land development firm has violated his traditional territory. In a fit of rage, he attacks one of the engineers, gets arrested, and is assigned a court–appointed lawyer. Things turn satirical when a displaced Red moves in with the lawyer and his wife. And when you invite a coyote into the coop, they may just walk off with your chickens. This biting new satire by Governor General’s Award-winning playwright Kevin Loring will leave you with plenty to talk about after the lights come up.
Theatre Calgary is proud to present this show as a joint presentation with Making Treaty 7.
World Premiere
Forgiveness
by Mark Sakamoto
Stage adaptation by Hiro Kanagawa
Directed by Stafford Arima
March 7 to April 1, 2023
Experience the Power of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is the acclaimed 2018 Canada Reads–winning novel by Mark Sakamoto. It’s a memoir of Sakamoto’s grandparents and their harrowing experiences during the Second World War. Mark’s maternal grandfather was a Canadian soldier who spent years as a prisoner of war in a Japanese camp. His paternal grandmother was one of the thousands of Japanese–Canadians interned by the Canadian government during the war. In the face of tremendous adversity and transgressions, they chose not to live a life of anger but instead to embrace and teach forgiveness. Be prepared to be moved by this Governor General’s Literary Award-winner Hiro Kanagawa’s heartfelt adaptation.
A joint production with the Arts Club Theatre Company (Vancouver).
Jimmy Buffett's
Escape to Margaritaville
Music & Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett
Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O'Malley
Directed & Choreographed by Julie Tomaino
April 18 to May 13, 2023
Let the Island Rhythm Sweep You Away
Find your parrot shirt, grab your flip-flops, and head to Margaritaville – where a part–time bartender and singer in a rundown hotel in the tropics has fallen for a serious career–minded tourist. This musical comedy features popular Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville”, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”, “Fins”, “Volcano”, and more. Created by Jimmy Buffett and Emmy Award winner Greg Garcia and Emmy nominee Mike O’Malley, this hilarious, heartwarming musical is not to be missed!
This production is made possible by the generous support of The Al Osten & Buddy Victor Legacy Fund.
Single tickets are now on sale!
To purchase SINGLE TICKETS - see link for each show below play description.
DOWNLOAD our 2022-23 Season Brochure (PDF download)
READ our Season Brochure