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All Shows and Events
November
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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Date:
Sat, Nov 30 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
An Evening With Naomi Klein
Join acclaimed author Naomi Klein and Derek Beaulieu, the Director of Literary Arts at Banff Centre, for a fascinating conversation.
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$35.00
December
Date:
Wed, Dec 04 @ 4:00 PM
Glyde Hall/Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Studios
Open Studios: Visual Arts Thematic Residency - The System and Other Universes
Learn more about Visual Arts programs and the creative process by touring the studios of Glyde Hall and the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Building.
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Date:
Mon, Dec 09 @ 7:00 PM
Lux Cinema Banff, 229 Bear St
Reel Time: Sing Sing
In Sing Sing, inmates in a New York prison collaborate to create an original theatre production, revealing the transformative power of creativity and hope.
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Date:
Wed, Dec 11 @ 7:00 PM
artsPlace, 950 – 8th Avenue, Canmore
International Mountain Day: Champions of the Golden Valley
Don't miss a screening of Champions of the Golden Valley, winner of the Grand Prize at the 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival.
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$20.00
Date:
Sat, Dec 14 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
Jens Lindemann Holiday Concert
Experience the magic of the season with renowned trumpet virtuoso Jens Lindemann and special guests!
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$49.50
Come for the show.
Stay for the view.
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January
Date:
Thu, Jan 09 @ 7:00 PM
MS Huts
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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Date:
Fri, Jan 10 @ 7:30 PM
Rolston Recital Hall
IGNITE: Banff Musicians in Residence Participant Concert 1
Feel the spark at IGNITE, where Banff Musicians in Residence participants bring the stage to life with passion and creativity.
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Date:
Sat, Jan 11 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
Kronos Quartet: Featuring music by Nicole Lizée
Experience the Kronos Quartet as they perform works by Nicole Lizée, whose music draws from influences as eclectic as Hitchcock, rave culture, and thrash metal.
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$25.00
Date:
Thu, Jan 16 @ 7:00 PM
MS Huts
Banff Musicians in Residence Open Studios 2
Join Banff Musicians in Residence for cozy mini-concerts. Move from one studio to the next for 15-20 minutes of unique music in each space.
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Date:
Fri, Jan 17 @ 7:30 PM
Rolston Recital Hall
BOOM: Banff Musicians in Residence Participant Concert 2
Get ready for BOOM! A night of powerful performances by Banff Musicians in Residence participants, resonating with emotion and energy.
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Date:
Sat, Jan 18 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
Kronos Quartet: Featuring the Hardanger Project
Kronos Quartet joins Benedicte Maurseth and Kristine Tjøgersen in a quintet celebrating the unique sound of the Hardanger fiddle.
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$25.00
Date:
Thu, Jan 23 @ 7:00 PM
MS Huts
Banff Musicians in Residence Open Studios 3
Step into artist studios for mini-concerts! Discover the Banff Musicians in Residence Program through a cozy, 15-20 minute musical journey in each space.
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Date:
Fri, Jan 24 @ 7:30 PM
Rolston Recital Hall
BEATS: Banff Musicians in Residence Participant Concert 3
Move to the rhythm at BEATS, an electrifying concert across genres with Banff Musicians in Residence participants.
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Date:
Sat, Jan 25 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
Mahabharata: The Journey Begins
Join us for an open rehearsal with highlights from Karma (Part 1) of Why Not Theatre’s epic, internationally celebrated production, Mahabharata.
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$45.00
Come for the show.
Stay for the view.
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February
Date:
Sat, Feb 01 @ 7:30 PM
Margaret Greenham Theatre
Deafy
Written and performed by Deaf actor Chris Dodd, Deafy is a tragicomedy that blends ASL, the spoken word and surtitles while leading you on an unexpected journey
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$45.00
Date:
Thu, Feb 27 @ 7:30 PM
Margaret Greenham Theatre
WONDERFUL JOE: Created and performed by Ronnie Burkett (Feb 27)
Ronnie Burkett brings Wonderful Joe to Banff with his signature stunning puppetry, laugh-out-loud humour, and masterful performance.
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$50.00
Date:
Fri, Feb 28 @ 7:30 PM
Margaret Greenham Theatre
WONDERFUL JOE: Created and performed by Ronnie Burkett (Feb 28)
Ronnie Burkett brings Wonderful Joe to Banff with his signature stunning puppetry, laugh-out-loud humour, and masterful performance.
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$50.00
March
Date:
Sat, Mar 01 @ 7:30 PM
Margaret Greenham Theatre
WONDERFUL JOE: Created and performed by Ronnie Burkett (March 1)
Ronnie Burkett brings Wonderful Joe to Banff with his signature stunning puppetry, laugh-out-loud humour, and masterful performance.
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$50.00
Date:
Sat, Mar 08 @ 7:30 PM
Jenny Belzberg Theatre
Ballet Edmonton MOMENTUM Tour
A showcase of visionary works of Ballet Edmonton’s Artistic Director, Kirsten Wicklund, alongside celebrated choreographer Emilie Leriche.
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$35.00
Online Public Programs
Natural Drawing: Beyond Basics (Nov - Dec)
Graduates of Natural Drawing or individuals with some drawing experience are invited to join this five-week online drawing class.
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Natural Drawing: Basics (Jan - Feb 2025)
This course is open to everyone and registration was on a first-come basis, however priority for this session is given to Bow Valley Residents.
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Recordings & Virtual Inspiration
Banff on Demand
Watch films from the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival and World Tour online from your home with the Banff On Demand streaming platform.
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Banff International String Quartet Competition (BISQC)
Save the date for the 15th Banff International String Quartet Competition taking place August 25 - 31, 2025
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Opera in the 21st Century 2022
Virtually explore a selection of contemporary opera scenes featuring performances from the 2022 cohort.
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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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Opera in the 21st Century Virtual Open Studios
In this online version of our Open Studios events, you are invited to meet the participants and explore the artistic research and work created in our 2020/21 Op
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Late Winter BAiR 2020 Open Studios
In this online version of our Visual Arts Open Studios events, we invite you to explore the artistic research and artwork created during this program.
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Curated Spotify Playlists
Discover curated playlists from Banff Centre residencies, programs, and competitions.
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