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W I N N E R O F 3 T O N Y A W A R D S I N C LU D I N G B E S T M U S I C A L
the National Music Centre, 850 - 4 St SE. Map 2, F8
studiobell.ca
TEDXYYC Jun 23 A lecture series featuring human
rights advocate Marni Panas and endurance athlete and
humanitarian Martin Parnell, among others. $69.50 -
$84.50. Arts Commons, Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 - 8
Ave SE. Map 2, F6 tedxyyc.ca
CRAZY FOR YOU
®
THE NEW GERSHWIN ® MUSICAL
Music and Lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin
Book by Ken Ludwig
THEATRE
CRAZY FOR YOU May 20 When a young banker is sent
to the sleepy town of Deadrock to foreclose a rundown
theatre, his heart and his life are turned completely
upside down. This hilarious song-and-dance extravaganza
features the classics “I Got Rhythm,” “Someone to Watch
Over Me,” and “Nice Work If You Can Get It.” $50 - $83.
Arts Commons, Max Bell Theatre, 205 - 8 Ave SE,
403-294-7447. Map 3, F8 www.theatrecalgary.com
IOLANTHE May 13 An energetic, satirical Gilbert and
Sullivan musical that tells the story of Iolanthe, a fairy who
flouts the law of her people to marry a mortal and bears
him a son. Misunderstandings abound, causing a clash
between politicians and fairies. $15 - $20. Pumphouse
Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave SW, 403-246-2999.
Map 2, H5 morpheustheatre.ca
MACBETH May 12 - 27 In Shakespeare’s famously cursed
play, darkness and evil abound. After an encounter with
three weird strangers on a battlefield, Macbeth must
make a decision that will change the course of his life.
Betrayal, love, bloodshed and tragedy adorn his path
in this chilling, supernatural tale. $25 - $35. Vertigo
Theatre, 161, 115 - 9 Ave SE, 403-221-3708. Map 2, E6
www.shakespearecompany.com
NYC MEETS YYC May 5 - 7 Sing along to your favourite
Broadway tunes from Sound of Music to Les Miserables,
Westside Story, and My Fair Lady wrapped up in an original
story. $17 - $38. Mamdani Opera Centre, 1315 - 7 St SW.
Map 2, H2 cowtownoperacompany.com
“Heaven on earth! Everything
an American musical comedy
should be.” the new yorker
April 18 to May 20 – Tickets start at $35
403-294-7447 theatre calgary.com
@theatrecalgary
#tcCrazyforYou
Max Bell Theatre at Arts Commons
the cast of cr azy for you, photo by david cooper
NEWFOUNDLAND MARY May 13 This new
musical celebrates the importance of music in surviving
life’s challenges, the value of friendship during times
of uncertainty, and the possibility of love at a mature
age. $20 -$25. Lunchbox Theatre, 160 - 9 Ave SE,
403-265-4292. Map 3, F8 www.lunchboxtheatre.com
SHAKESPEARE BY THE BOW: AS YOU LIKE IT Jun 20
Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy Theatre
Calgary’s annual Shakespeare production outdoors in
the beautiful Prince’s Island Park. The performance is
pay-what-you-will. Prince’s Island Park, 698 Eau Claire
Ave SW (4 St & 1 Ave SW), 403-294-7447. Map 2, B4
www.theatrecalgary.com
THE DROWNING GIRLS May 13 - Jun 11 This play is
a lyrical exploration of a trio of murdered wives who
gather evidence against their murderous husband by
reliving the shocking events leading up to their deaths. $36
- $51. Vertigo Theatre, 161, 115 - 9 Ave SE, 403-221-3708.
Map 2, E6 vertigotheatre.com
WE ARE ALL TREATY PEOPLE May 24 Part of the
Calgary International Children’s Festival, this play tells
the story of the spirit, intent, and historical significance
of Treaty 7. $17. Arts Commons, Martha Cohen
Theatre, 205 - 8 Ave SE, 403-294-9494. Map 1, H10
www.artscommons.ca
THEATRE CALGARY A professional theatre
company known for its high-quality, energy-charged
performances. 240 - 9 Ave SE, 403-294-7440. Map 3, F8
www.theatrecalgary.com
This is the moment 600 nominees become 26 winners.
The Calgary White Hat Awards | May 17, 2017
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