Theatre

Playwrights Lab 2026

Application Deadline November 26, 2025

Program Dates May 11, 2026 - May 23, 2026

Overview  

The Playwrights Lab is a 2 week residency for Canadian Playwrights dedicated to supporting the development of new theatrical work in a generative, artist-centered environment.

Bartender | Part Time (Hourly)

Theatre Calgary is seeking a number of part-time bartenders to join our team.

Reporting to the Bar Supervisor on shift and the Front of House Manager, the Bartender’s key responsibilities are to serve both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and concessions to patrons visiting our theatre with enthusiasm and professionalism, while providing the highest level of customer service that Theatre Calgary patrons have come to expect.

Anticipated Start Date: November 20, 2025

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Summer Opera 2026 - For Singers, Stage Managers, Répétiteurs, Stage Directors, Composers, and Conductors

Application Deadline November 19, 2025

Program Dates Jun 29, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026

Overview  

This program offers skill building and practical experience for singers, stage managers, répétiteurs, stage directors, composers, and conductors. Participants will workshop new operas at various stages of development, collaborating directly with composers, librettists, and directors in a dynamic creative process.

Vinyl Cafe: The Musical

Vinyl Cafe: the Musical

The world premiere of a holiday musical for the whole family based on Stuart McLean’s beloved Vinyl Cafe stories. The musical weaves together some of McLean’s most popular stories, such as: “Dave Cooks the Turkey” and “Rashida, Amir and the Great Gift-Giving” into a hilarious celebration of the highs and lows of the holiday season and the importance of community and family.