Burnt Thicket Theatre Presents: She Has A Name

Feb 16, 2012

EC 1050, Roderick Mah Centre, Mount Royal University
4825 Mount Royal Gate S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

mtroyal.ca

Calgary's Burnt Thicket Theatre presents a reading of Andrew Kooman's She Has A Name, a play focused on the disturbing topic of human trafficking. The theatre is trying to raise $120,000 to mount a cross-Canada tour.

The reading will be followed by a talk by Yvon Dandurand, an international expert human trafficking.

Event starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35, $15 for students, available online at mtroyal.ca/conted/register or by calling 403-440-3833.

ATP PlayRites Festival: Good Fences

Feb 14, 2012 to Mar 4, 2012

Martha Cohen Theatre, Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts
205 8 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

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The longstanding relationship between a rural community and an energy company is put to the test as plans for a new sour gas pipeline unfold, in a work developed by the Downstage Creation Ensemble for the Alberta Theatre Projects PlayRites Festival

Show runs until March 4. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to atplive.com.

ATP PlayRites Festival: Ash Rizin

Feb 3, 2012 to Mar 3, 2012

Martha Cohen Theatre, Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts
205 8 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

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The Alberta Theatre Projects PlayRites Festival of New Canadian Plays presents Ash Rizin, a thrilling new musical with songs written by Vancouver hip-hop sensation Kyprios.

Young graffiti artist Ash is pulled from the shadows and shoved into the hip-hop spotlight, only to be discovered by old friends who are part of a gang.

Shows start at 7:30 p.m. Show runs until March 3. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to atplive.com.

ATP PlayRites Festival: Drama

Feb 2, 2012 to Mar 3, 2012

Martha Cohen Theatre, Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts
205 8 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

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Alberta Theatre Projects PlayRites Festival presents Drama, a new work by playwright Karen Hines.

A female forensic psychiatrist investigates an epidemic of soullessness, lipstick intact. Styled as part Film Noir, part Japanese horror film, this play is an edgy, darkly funny ensemble piece set in a city not unlike Calgary.

Show runs until March 3. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to atplive.com.

ATP PlayRites Festival: Thinking of Yu

Feb 2, 2012 to Mar 4, 2012

Martha Cohen Theatre, Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts
205 8 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

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Alberta Theatre Projects PlayRites Festival presents a beautifully written, thoughtful and emotional play by Governor General's Award winning playwright Carole Fréchette.

A woman learns the true story of three Chinese students who threw paint on a portrait of Mao in Tiananmen Square. What led to their act of creative rebellion? Where are they now? Why does it feel like their brave gesture, so far away, launches her on a new path?

Show runs until March 4. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to atplive.com.

Theatre Junction Grand 100th Anniversary

Feb 4, 2012

Theatre Junction Grand
608 1 St. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta

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Theatre Junction Grand is turning 100 and celebrating in a big way. More than 20 artists, including live DJs, singers, painters, dancers and performing artists will take part in this nonstop birthday party from 2 p.m to 2 a.m.

The Ink Spot Collective: Calgary Poetry Slam and Open Mic

Jan 26, 2012

The Auburn Saloon
163, 115 9 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

theauburn.ca

In the proud tradition of poetry slams, the Ink Spot Collective presents anight of wild, racing words and hearts.

Lunchbox Theatre Presents: Dad's Piano

Apr 30, 2012 to May 19, 2012

Lunchbox Theatre
160 9 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

lunchboxtheatre.com

Lunchbox Theatre presents Dad's Piano, a poignant production featuring Christopher Hunt with Jeff Neufeld on piano.

A man struggles through the death of his father and their turbulent relationship through his own and others’ eyes, and through the music that bound father and son.

Shows run Monday to Saturday from April 30 to May 19.

Tickets $20, $17 students and seniors, available online at lunchboxtheatre.com.  

Lunchbox Theatre Presents: Fascinating Ladies

Mar 4, 2012 to Mar 25, 2012

Lunchbox Theatre
160 9 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

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Lunchbox Theatre presents Fascinating Ladies, a charming musical comedy.

When three cousins get together to sing at their grandmother’s 100th birthday party, some unexpected secrets get revealed as they travel down memory lane through her trunks and journals.

Shows run Monday to Saturday from March 5 to 24.

Tickets $20, $17 students and seniors, available online at lunchboxtheatre.com.  

Corps Bara Youth Dance Theatre: Harmful [If Swallowed]

Mar 29, 2012 to Mar 31, 2012

Vertigo Studio Theatre
115 9 Ave. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta

corpsbara.com

Calgary’s Corps Bara Youth Dance Theatre presents Harmful [If Swallowed], an original new show.

Through contemporary dance, this show exposes the persuasive effect of advertising on people in comical yet poignant ways.

Shows run nightly at 7 p.m. from Thursday, March 29 to Saturday, March 31.

Tikcets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and are available by calling 403-660-8093.