Edmonton Events

“Ooooh, I love that song. You know the one… with the dun-de duh, and bee-dee-bop.” We’ve all had this conversation, and it seems that many, many times it’s followed with… “It’s from the 80’s!” What if there was a way to get back there? Not just anywhere in the 1980’s, but to the precise moment...

The most notorious supervillain in the world is finally rehabilitated and now has a job… reforming other supervillains? The world is safe at last… or is it? Can Gru really help the world’s most ingenious criminal masterminds reintegrate into society as well-adjusted civilians? Will they learn to be upstanding, rule following, all-around good guys that...

BACK THIS FALL! IMPROV 201: BEGINNER SHORT FORM And your prompt is… Welcome to Improv 201: Intro to Short From Improv; a new offering from Grindstone Theatre School! This course will take the foundational skills you learned in Improv 101 and drop them into a fast-paced, quick-thinking environment. Short-Form Improv focuses on theatre games that...

BACK THIS FALL! BURLESQUE 101: BUMP AND GRIND Want to give burlesque a try, but you’ve never done anything like it before? This class is for you! It will teach you all the basics, and provide you with an opportunity to try out your skills during a group performance! DATES: Sundays from Sept 13th –...

880 CHED is excited to support Shadow Theatre's production of Yaga running at the Varscona Theatre from October 14th - November 1st!

Our Little Secret is the hilarious and completely true story of Noam Tomaschoff’s discovery that he wasn’t an only child & he actually had more than 35 siblings around the world!

Alice is over 60, almost divorced, and forced to move in with her adult son and his family. Trying to reinvent herself, and perhaps capture her lost youth, she reunites with her estranged college roommate, Corinne, to form a heavy metal garage band. But newcomer Rita, a career musician who answers their ad for a...

An Epic Journey Through Life and Legend Edward Clug’s Peer Gynt transforms Henrik Ibsen’s epic tale into a bold ballet of adventure, ambition, and self-discovery. Set to Edvard Grieg’s evocative score and brought to life with sets by Marko Japelj and costumes by Leo Kulaš, this sweeping production follows a restless dreamer through worlds both...

This fall, step into the glittering excess of the Jazz Age at The Citadel Theatre, where illusion and reality collide in this tragic stage adaptation of The Great Gatsby.

Calgary will host the Cenovus Energy 2026 Grey Cup Festival from November 11 to 14, leading into the Grey Cup championship game at McMahon Stadium on November 15.

A World of Holiday Magic Holiday magic returns with The Nutcracker, Alberta Ballet’s enchanting production by Francesco Ventriglia. Featuring exquisite costumes by Gianluca Falaschi, lavish sets by Italo Grassi, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live, this beloved ballet sparkles with festive wonder. Joined by Alberta Ballet’s full company and young community dancers, this timeless holiday...

It’s a Wonderful Life – The Musical Book and Lyrics by Keith Ferguson Music by Bruce Greer It’s a Wonderful Life is based on the story The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern The Greatest Gift is used by permission of The Greatest Gift Corporation Festival Players Creative Team Director – Marcie Pringle Musical...

Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Edmonton in this internationally acclaimed hit musical. Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids.

Paul is trying to find a job. Snowy is trying to find himself. But when Snowy stumbles across an ailing cow stuck in a local field, he ropes Paul into trying to help the cow- either to improve its lot or put it out of its misery. This rural drama explores friendship, coming-of-age, economic uncertainty,...

Renowned concert violinist Stephanie Abrahams’ world has crumbled after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, forcing her to confront her identity and find meaning beyond her music through intense sessions with her psychiatrist, Dr. Feldmann. DUET FOR ONE is a powerful exploration of resilience, loss, and the human spirit.