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W&M Physical Theatre premieres new full-length La Luna

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W&M Physical Theatre's La Luna, begun in 1988 for LA schoolchildren, premieres as a full-length work with a cast of 14 at DJD, October 9 to 10.

DEADLINE: October 10, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Bowline Jazz Quintet: Finding our voice with the gritty thing

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Nat Lazzarotto and Fraser Calhoun return to Congress Coffee Company for the Bowline Jazz Quintet’s second season. Drawing from the music of the 1950s and 1960s, the band will continue shaping a vintage-tinged sound all its own.

DEADLINE: December 12, 2026 - 7:30 am

Career Opportunity: Volunteer Manager (Youth Singers of Calgary)

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Youth Singers of Calgary (YSC) is seeking a full-time Volunteer Manager to oversee a robust volunteer program of parent volunteers who support all aspects of YSC’s operations.

DEADLINE: September 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Catalyst Theatre Film Festival

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Award-winning theatre. On the big screen. Two nights only.

DEADLINE: October 23, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Work of the Week: Change of Life - Brandon Atkinson

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Enjoy one of two pieces by Métis artist Brandon Atkinson on display at AFA art house and don’t miss a fireside chat with the artist on September 24.

DEADLINE: September 24, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Our Little Secret: A True, New Musical – Citadel Theatre

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Directed by Adam Pascal. Playing October 15-25, 2026 at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: October 25, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Photography Submissions OPEN for InFocus 2027

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Photography submissions for the 13th annual InFocus Photo Exhibit & Awards is now open! This year's theme is 'Anything Goes.'

DEADLINE: October 28, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Heroes & Heroines by Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra

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From Superman to Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2, a powerful celebration of courage, resilience and the figures who inspire us.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 3:00 pm

2026 Edmonton Short Film Festival - October 17 and 18, 2026

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Two nights. Incredible filmmakers. Stories from Alberta, Canada and around the world.

DEADLINE: October 18, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Ukrainian War Requiem by AXIOS

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The JUNO Award-winning Ukrainian War Requiem by Axios Men’s Ensemble of Edmonton will tour 9 cities this Fall including Edmonton on November 6, 2026.

DEADLINE: November 6, 2026 - 7:00 pm