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Mahabharata: The Journey Begins

An open rehearsal of highlights from Why Not Theatre’s Mahabharata, including a pre-show community meal
January 25, 2025

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Ensemble of Mahabharata (2023, Shaw Festival). Photo by David Cooper.
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Wonderful Joe

Created and performed by Ronnie Burkett 
February 27,28 & March 1, 2025

 

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Joe and Mister Wonderful Joe by Ronnie Burkett. Photo credit: Ian Jackson.
Ballet Edmonton Momentum Tour

March 8, 2025

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Image from Meteorite. Performed by artists from Ballet Edmonton. Photo Credit: Nanc Price.
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Inspiring Artists, Leaders and Creatives since 1933

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is a learning organization built upon an extraordinary legacy of excellence in artistic and creative development. From our home in the stunning Canadian Rocky Mountains, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.


Programs

Shane Hawk, Jessica Johns, Cherie Dimaline
Residency
Program Dates April 07, 2025 - April 18, 2025

Horror Writing 2025

Banff Centre’s Horror Writing Residency assists writers of this popular and chilling form focus on their craft.
Application Deadline
January 08, 2025
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Aidan Chan (piano), Kai Chen Cheng (flute), Emily Luo (oboe), Nikki Pet (clarinet), Ellie Shifflet (bassoon), Madeleine Davis (horn). Photo by Rita Taylor.
Residency
Program Dates July 01, 2025 - July 26, 2025

Interplay: Musicians & Composers 2025

For early & mid-career chamber musicians & composers to focus on artistic development, communication, collaboration, interpretation & innovative performance.
Application Deadline
January 15, 2025
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Jazz musicians performing on a stage
Residency
Program Dates July 28, 2025 - August 15, 2025

Jazz & Sonic Arts 2025

Jazz & Sonic Arts is a program for jazz and sound artists to explore new directions in their artistic practice and advance their creative potential.
Application Deadline
February 19, 2025
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We recognize, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minihrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.



Events

'Soundtrack for the Radical Love of Butterflies'

Listening Devices

An audio and score-based exhibition taking place outside Walter Phillips Gallery comprised of works in Banff Centre's Permanent Collection or on long-term loan.
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A cellist inside one of the Music Huts at Banff Centre. Photo Credit: Rita Taylor
Date: Thu, Jan 09 @ 7:00 PM
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Banff Musicians in Residence Open Studios 1

Experience intimate 15-20 minute mini-concerts as Banff Musicians in Residence welcome you into their cozy studios. An unforgettable musical journey awaits!
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Share a Gift of the Arts!

This holiday season, give the gift of unforgettable experiences.  A Banff Centre gift certificate opens the door to concerts, dance, theatre, and more. 

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Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Announces Karen Zalamea Winner of the 2025 Barbara Spohr Memorial Award

The photography prize is now given annually to any mid-career Canadian artist advancing the field of contemporary photography
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From the film Champions of the Golden Valley, photo by Ben Sturgulewski

Champions of the Golden Valley wins the 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Competition Grand Prize and the Audience Choice Award

Champions of the Golden Valley win the Grand Prize in the 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival.
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2024 Book Competition Category Winners

2024 Banff Centre Mountain Book Competition Announces Book Winners

The Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is excited to announce the winners of the esteemed 2024 book competition.
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Virtual Inspiration

Opera in the21sst Century performance 2022

Opera in the 21st Century 2022

Virtually explore a selection of contemporary opera scenes featuring performances from the 2022 cohort.
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Literary Arts Reading List

Our Director of Literary Arts, Derek Beaulieu, recommends these titles by Banff Centre faculty and friends.
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Indigenous Haute Couture High Fashion Virtual Open Studios

In this online version of our Open Studios events, we highlight the work of the Indigenous Haute Couture participants.
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We recognize, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minihrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.