Ready to rewrite the classics with TikTok energy and mem-worthy moments? ZChaos!, is a fast-paced theatre camp where we flip the script on some iconic stories and perform them like never before. This summer we’re diving into ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘A Christmas Carol’ – think monster science with attitude, and ghosts who know how to ghost!
This summer, we’re flipping Shakespeare on his head – literally. Welcome to ‘HAMLET…A Comedy”, a one-of-a-kind environmental comedy drama camp where the world’s most dramatic prince becomes the star of his very own remix. Existential dead? Sure. Ghost dads? Absolutely. But this time we’re serving it up with punchlines, pratfalls and perfectly timed plot twists.
John Wort Hannam and his amazing trio with Scott Duncan and Jason Valleau are playing a fundraising concert at the Trinity United Church in Fort Macleod! Join us on Friday, Sept. 26 to help raise money for the seat, floor and washroom renovation currently underway at the Empress! Tickets are $42.50 and on sale now! BUY TICKETS
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - Jeffery Straker grew up taking piano lessons in small-town Saskatchewan and has gone on to perform across Canada, Europe and Latin America. The rootsy-storytelling of his songs has the power to transport a listener – out onto a lake in Canada’s North or to the main street of a prairie town. A clever lyricist with an energetic piano style, his song writing has drawn critical comparisons to the likes of Harry Chapin, Kris Kristofferson , Murray McLauchlan & Billy Joel, while maintaining a style distinctly his own.
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - Madison Violet is a Canadian Juno-nominated female musical duo, consisting of Lisa MacIsaac and Brenley MacEachern. 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of Madison Violet. A rare and impressive feat that they are both proud of and grateful for. The pair, who both have roots in rural Cape Breton, came together musically in the late 1990s. Influenced by their maritime heritage, Brenley and Lisa began creating music together that had roots firmly planted in their past, but with contemporary and modern elements generously overlaid. Categorizing Madison Violet’s music is an impossible task, in that one can hear elements of folk, singer-songwriter, pop, indie, bluegrass, and country flawlessly interwoven throughout.
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - Women-led Flamenco Mediterranean Fusion. Tamar Ilana & Ventanas is a 6-piece global music and flamenco band based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2011 by "powerhouse vocalist" (Downbeat Magazine) and Jewish-Indigenous artist Tamar Ilana, they've received 4 CFMA nominations, and toured across Canada, the US, Colombia, Portugal, Ireland and Spain. They released their 4th album, AZADI, in 2024: original compositions that reflect on life’s freedoms with strong influences from their unique combination of cultural and musical backgrounds including Flamenco, Sephardic, Balkan, Greek, Turkish, Jazz, Pop, Classical and Mediterranean folk.
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - Lennie Gallant is an acclaimed East Coast songwriter with sixteen albums of original material to his name and a long list of awards recognizing his work. His iconic song Peter’s Dream was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and his songwriting has reached audiences around the world—quite literally. One of his albums even accompanied astronauts aboard the International Space Station, orbiting Earth 248 times. Over the years, he has shared the stage with symphony orchestras and performed alongside numerous well-known artists, including the late Jimmy Buffett.
Valdy, is a Canadian folk and country music legend who has toured for forty-six years. HIs solo career began in the early 1970s. He is most known for "Rock and Roll Song", his first mainstream single but Valdy has a treasure trove of songs and stories. He is the winner of two JUNO awards including Folksinger of the Year and Folk Entertainer of the Year. His fourteen albums, including four which are certified gold, have achieved sales of nearly half a million copies.
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - Eighteen years ago a number of Ian Tyson's one time sidemen, collaborators and musical admirers came together under the banner of The Gift - Words and Music of Ian Tyson. The Gift rolls through 50 years of Tyson's catalogue, finding room for songs going back to the days of Ian and Sylvia and The Great Speckled Bird, through Ian's honky-tonk years, while making room for a large slice of the cowboy culture music that is heard on albums from Old Corrals and Sagebrush, Cowboyography, 18 Inches of Rain, I Outgrew The Saddle and Songs From The Gravel Road.
PART OF THE 2025-26 CENTRE STAGE SERIES - For nearly two decades, Delhi 2 Dublin has been at the forefront of South Asian fusion music, pioneering a global bass sound they call “Subcontinental Pop”—a high-energy blend of Bhangra, electronic, hip-hop, reggae, and Celtic influences that defies genre and unites dance floors worldwide. As they approach their monumental 20th anniversary in 2026, the band is re-energized, re-inspired, and ready to launch a bold new chapter, creating fresh music for the first time in six years. Founding members Sanjay Seran and Ravi Binning continue to lead the charge, pushing Delhi 2 Dublin’s sound and vision to new heights.
Campers will explore the topsy-turvy world of Wonderland. The weeklong day camp is full of theatre games, character building, silly scenes and costuming – all leading up to a delightful showcase for family, friends and the community of Fort MacLeod. Whether your child is bold and dramatic or just starting to explore their imagination, this camp is a welcoming place to build confidence and have fun.
Get ready to jump into a world of flying, dreaming and day dreaming! In ‘Pan, Poppies, & Pure Imagination’, campers will explore scenes from Peter Pan, The Wizard of Oz and Willy Wonka – three of the most magical stories ever told. From Neverland to Munchkin land to the Chocolate factory, we’ll act, move, and imagine our way through colorful characters and unforgettable moment.
Fleeing from the Evil Queen, Snow White finds refuge with Dopey, Bashful, Grumpy, Sneezy, Happy, Doc and Sleepy. When the palace guards embark on a mission to bring her back, a commoner and his group of woodland bandits band together to protect her.
Levon Cade left behind a decorated military career in the black ops to live a simple life of working construction. However, when human traffickers kidnap his boss's daughter, his search to bring her home uncovers a world of corruption far greater than he ever could have imagined.
Stage Fright - The Def Leppard Experience performs hit after hit, and fan favorite deep tracks from the UK rock band - Def Leppard. With tons of Def Leppard song material in their vault, Stage Fright entertains audiences, and keep the party rocking !! Every show has won over the hearts of Def Leppard fans time and time again !! From past Def Leppard live tour's wardrobe changes and vintage looking guitars / stage props to the incredible loud and proud sound execution of song after song. Stage Fright - The Def Leppard Experience delivers every time !
A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.
When a man and his daughter accidentally hit and kill a unicorn with their car, his boss tries to exploit the creature's miraculous curative properties -- with horrific results.
Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident after meeting with President Thaddeus Ross. He must soon discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.
It’s a typical small town Friday evening in 1997 and Ashley and Monica are looking for the goods and the party. What else do you do in a small town? Spend endless hours cruising up and down main street, river parties and possibly illegal but harmless shenanigans? Maybe finally talk to your crush? All with the help of your friends of course. But where will THIS Friday night take them?
When the girl of his dreams gets kidnapped, a man turns his inability to feel pain into an unexpected advantage as he fights a bunch of thugs to get her back.
This might not be your traditional tribute show, but trust me, you’re gonna get your fill of live Beatles music. Becoming The Beatles: Unplugged is a theatrical event weaves together over 300 stunning projections, 20 live songs and fascinating behind the scenes stories. Musician/story-teller Haley Marie orchestrates these elements as she guides you through the history-making events and heart breaking moments of the Beatles. With years of research and musical anaysis at her fingertips, Marie delivers a world-class performance about four lads who rose to incredible fame, their connection to classical music and how they changed the world forever.
When a meteor unleashes a virus that turns zoo animals into zombies, a mountain lion and a wolf lead a team of survivors to save the day.
Barney Bentall, Tom Taylor and Shari Ulrich first played in November 2007 at a song-writer concert on Bowen Island. Their collaboration grew from the enjoyment for both artists and their audiences. A year later, recorded “Live at Cates Hill”: an eclectic mix of the character, voices and songwriting talents of these three unique artists…or, as someone said, two Canadian legends and the number one draft pick!
When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future. However, with Scott's growing faith and Austin's incredible spirit, they become unbreakable as they find joy, gratitude and courage in the most trying times.
“Join musicians and speakers as they gather to raise awareness and funds to protect the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains. With a full line-up of amazing artists: Boots Graham, Charlie Ewing, Corb Lund, El Mule, Greg Herman, John Wort Hannam, Lonni Robley, Malcolm MacLean, Morgan Klaiber, Reese Klaiber, Riley Miller, and Ryan Fritz; joined by the spectacular Western Sounds house band of Trevor Christensen, Catherine Robertson, Keith Rodger, and Nik Winnitowy, it will be an outstanding show. All funds raised will go to the Livingstone Landowners and Pekisko groups, two groups who have been tirelessly advocating for the protection of our mountains ranges and water.
Marvin is a Milwaukee realtor who receives a crimson envelope from Rose, a former partner-in-crime whom he left for dead. He now finds himself thrust back into a world of ruthless hit men and double-crosses that turn his open houses into deadly war zones. Hunted by his brother, a volatile crime lord, Marvin must confront the choices that haunt him and the history he never truly buried.
When Paddington discovers his beloved aunt has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the jungles of Peru to find her. Determined to solve the mystery, they soon stumble across a legendary treasure as they make their way through the rainforests of the Amazon.
When a police officer and his faithful police dog get injured in the line of duty, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together -- and Dog Man is born. As Dog Man learns to embrace his new identity, he must stop feline supervillain Petey the Cat from cloning himself and going on a crime spree.
Lost and alone, orphaned cub Mufasa meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destinies.
Catherine MacLellan has been captivating audiences with her music for over two decades. From the idyllic province of Prince Edward Island, Catherine's songs reflect her connection to the land and the people that call it home. Her musical passion runs in the family; her father, Gene MacLellan, wrote beloved hits like "Snowbird". Her sound embraces a wide range of themes and influences over her 7 albums.
A U.S. marshal boards a small plane to transfer a government witness to New York. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions start to rise as not everyone on the flight is who they appear to be.
In 2020, Kyle McKearney was restless and ready to start something new. After spending time in Nashville and being a part of many varied musical projects, he settled in Alberta and began posting YouTube videos of himself performing cover songs. It was the start of a creative reinvention, and two years later Kyle’s debut solo album Down-Home received a Canadian Country Music Association award nomination for Alternative Country Album of the Year.
Kraven's complex relationship with his ruthless father starts him down a path of vengeance, motivating him to become not only the greatest hunter in the world, but also one of its most feared.
In the 1830s, estate agent Thomas Hutter travels to Transylvania for a fateful meeting with Count Orlok, a prospective client. In his absence, Hutter's new bride, Ellen, is left under the care of their friends, Friedrich and Anna Harding. Plagued by horrific visions and an increasing sense of dread, Ellen soon encounters an evil force that's far beyond her control.
Tracy Millar’s “My Roots Are Showing” Tour is like a time machine to the heart of country music. For more than two decades. she’s been the custodian of pure country sound, gracing airwaves, theatres, festivals, and halls across Alberta. Her unmistakable voice is a pure country instrument rooted deep in her adoration for traditional country music.
Sonic, Knuckles and Tails reunite to battle Shadow, a mysterious new enemy with powers unlike anything they've faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, they seek out an unlikely alliance to stop Shadow and protect the planet.
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced, in an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.
Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths.
Join us at the Empress Theatre for this “one performance only” unique event. Based on the international bestseller by Barbara Robinson, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER follows six siblings who sneak into church searching for snacks and walk away with the lead roles in the town pageant. Grace is directing the performance for the very first time; she and her daughter Beth and husband Bob are less than amused. But the play’s mischievous stars might unwittingly teach a community the true meaning of Christmas. Admission is FREE but donations to the Empress Theatre can be made inside.
When a villain kidnaps Santa Claus from the North Pole, an E.L.F. (Extremely Large and Formidable) operative joins forces with the world's most accomplished tracker to find him and save Christmas.
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