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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · 14d

Three new worlds in the making.

FRONTIER. FLOAT. TRANSCENDENT SPACE.

Each born from collaboration, curiosity, and our signature devised process. Follow the journey from spark to stage.

Link in bio for more!

#GhostRiverTheatre #DevisedTheatre #YYCArts #WorldPremiere

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · 24d

📣 Award-winning returns. Daring world premieres. A season like no other.

GRT's 2025–26 season invites you into worlds that breathe — built from light, sound, movement, and story.

Join us in the work of seeing differently. Step inside. Witness. Participate.

Explore the lineup → link in bio!

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Sep 30

Today we honour survivors, remember the children who never returned, and commit to listening, learning, and action. Join us in marking #NDTR by wearing orange, attending events, and reflecting on the legacy of residential schools.

#OrangeShirtDay #TruthAndReconciliation

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Sep 16

Sept 30 is #NDTR—a time to reflect, learn, & honour survivors of residential schools. GRT's Echoes of the Land, presented by the Werklund Centre, is sold out, but we encourage everyone to check out all the events they are presenting – buff.ly/1Yqv1Kk

#TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Sep 12

Something bold is taking shape in our rehearsal hall. 🌊✨

Stay tuned. The full season reveal is coming later this month!

#GhostRiverTheatre #DevisedTheatre #NewPlayDevelopment #VisualStoryTelling

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Sep 3

2 intensives. 2 ways to transform your practice!

🎭 4-Day Intensive–quick, focused, ensemble reset. Early Bird until Oct 10

🌍 3-Week National Intensive–full creation arc, led by Eric Rose & Jamie Konchak. Rare, professional training from concept → performance

Link in bio for more!

#DevisedTheatre

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Aug 29

Huge thanks to our incredible board & everyone who supported our casino fundraiser this year! Your support plays a huge role in making our work possible. Special shout-out to Amanda Nixon for leading the charge 👏❤️

Stay tuned—our 25/26 season announcement is coming soon 👀

#GRT #DevisedTheatre

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jul 14

Want to support Calgary theatre in a hands-on way?

#GhostRiverTheatre needs volunteers for our #CasinoFundraiser, Aug 25 & 26 at Cowboys Casino

✅ No experience needed
🍽️ Meal + snacks included
🪪 Photo ID required

💥 Lend a hand, fuel the arts — sign up today!

#Volunteer #SupportTheArts #yyc

Ghost River Theatre Casino Fundraiser 2025

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jul 2

As our 2024/25 season wraps, we're reflecting on the joy & success made possible by our community. To the artists, audiences, & supporters who shared this journey with us-thank you

We're excited to be preparing for the 2025/26 season -Stay tuned!

#GhostRiverTheatre #DevisedTheatre #TheatreStories

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jun 24

#EchoesOfTheLand won Outstanding Musical Direction @ the Betty Mitchell Awards🏆

This award honours Clarence Wolfleg, Skip Wolfleg, Eric Rose, Kris Demeanor, Jennie Esdale, Cedric Lightning, Alanna Bluebird, Kenna Burima & Tauran Wood. Skip, Clarence, Alanna & Cedric—you were missed but celebrated 💛

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jun 19

We’re thrilled to be featured by Keith Driver at CJWE, spotlighting Echoes of the Land & its Betty Mitchell Award noms!

Hear from Skip Wolf Leg, Cedric Lightning, & Eric Rose on its impact.

🔗 cjwe.ca/2025/06/18/t...

#BettyMitchellAwards #EchoesOfTheLand #IndigenousArt #YYCArts #GhostRiverTheatre

Two Indigenous focused productions nominated for various Betty Mitchell Awards

Theatre is not only one of the oldest forms of public entertainment, but it is also a tool to help express and...

cjwe.ca

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jun 9

Echoes of the Land has been nominated for 3 at the Betty Mitchell Awards! 🏆

Congrats to all the incredible nominees—we’re so proud to share the stage with you. And thank you to our fans and audiences for your support. 💖

#GhostRiverTheatre #BettyMitchellAwards

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Jun 9

Echoes of the Land has been nominated for 3 at the Betty Mitchell Awards! 🏆

Congrats to all the incredible nominees—we’re so proud to share the stage with you. And thank you to our fans and audiences for your support. 💖

#GhostRiverTheatre #BettyMitchellAwards

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · May 30

Exciting news! ✨

Our AD Eric Rose & collaborator Cedric Lightning join Eastern Front Theatre’s #StagesFestival next week, helping lead a session reflecting on Echoes of the Land, exploring traditional knowledge, reciprocity, & what it means to tour beyond a show!

Link Below!

#GRT #DevisedTheatre

STAGES Theatre Festival | Eastern Front Theatre

Welcome to the STAGES Industry Series, where people in theatre - artists, presenters, producers, funders, and supporters - come together to make things happen. Our goal is simple: connect people, enco...

easternfronttheatre.com

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · May 1

🎶 Opening Night is Here!

Kris Demeanor & Ella Jean Haggis take the stage tonight, joined by special guests Cedric Lightning & Quinn Curtis!

📅 May 1–3, 2025 | West Village Theatre
🎟 Link in bio!

#KrisDemeanor #YYCMusic #CalgaryEvents

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 30

🌟 Guest Artist Lineup–Every night of 'Songs For My Father to Fall Asleep To' is unique

🎶 May 1: Cedric Lightning & Quinn Curtis
🎶 May 2: Miranda Martini & Sarah Ord
🎶 May 3: Jamie Konchak, Monika Wenzel-Curtis, Chantal Vitalis, Paul Jahn, Mike Platt, & Malcolm Mooney

🎟 Link in bio

#CalgaryEvents

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 29

✨ #Throwback to last year’s Songs for My Father to Fall Asleep To!

This heartfelt evening of music and stories sold out completely. It’s back this week for 3 nights only—don’t miss your chance to experience the magic

📅 May 1–3 | West Village Theatre
Link in bio for details

#KrisDemeanor #YYCMusic

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 25

🎶 Meet Ella Jean Haggis – A multi-instrumentalist & music producer, Ella joins "Songs for My Father to Fall Asleep To" with her unique blend of sounds—from UK Garage to psychedelic rock. Catch her trumpet, bass, & more live May 1–3 with Kris Demeanor.

🎟 Link in bio!

#YYCMusic #CalgaryEvents

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 23

YYC's first Poet Laureate, Kris Demeanor, returns with "Songs For My Father to Fall Asleep To". This heartfelt show blends music, storytelling, & visuals featuring his father’s artwork. Back by popular demand after a sold out show last year!

📅 May 1–3
🎟 Link in bio

#YYCMusic #CalgaryEvents

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 20

📽️ Film lovers, take note! Check out what our friends are up to at the 22nd annual
Calgary Underground Film Festival–at Globe Cinema! With 50+ films & events, dive into the unexpected and unforgettable! 🎬 Learn more at: calgaryundergroundfilm.org

#CUFF2025 #CalgaryArts

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 15

What’s better than heartfelt songs and compelling stories? 🎶

Kris Demeanor’s Songs for My Father to Fall Asleep To returns May 1-3 with special guest Ella Jean Haggis and surprise musicians each night. No two shows are the same!

🎟️ Link in bio for tickets!

#KrisDemeanor #YYCMusic #CalgaryEvents

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Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 8

Hey, artists—are you ready to level up? 🎭 GRT's got you covered for 2025/26

🌀 4 Days in Nov: Risk, experiment, create
🌀 3 Weeks in Jun: Go deep into devised theatre
🌀 2026: Nail that grant application (dates TBD)

Push your practice, join a killer community, & make your mark. Link in bio for more!

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Apr 2

Calgary’s first Poet Laureate, Kris Demeanor, is back! 🌟

Songs for My Father to Fall Asleep To returns May 1-3, at the West Village Theatre.

An intimate night of music, stories, & surprise guests awaits. Don’t miss it!

🎟️ Link in Bio!

#KrisDemeanor #YYCMusic #LiveMusic #CalgaryEvents

Ghost River Theatre @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social · Mar 27

🎭 Happy #WorldTheatreDay! Theatre connects us, challenges us, & sparks new ideas

Join #GhostRiverTheatre’s Month of Giving & help us welcome 25 new monthly donors this Mar. Together, we can keep bold, innovative theatre alive in #YYC

✨ Be part of the magic using the link in bio!

#DevisedTheatre

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Andrew G. Cooper @andrewgcooper.com · Mar 24

Big news! So Dark the Sky from North Country Cinema and @ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social has been officially selected for @seriesfest.bsky.social Season 11 next month!

Trailer just dropped here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUfc...

(Also, if you look closely, you'll see me on screen for about a second.)

So Dark The Sky - OFFICIAL TRAILER

YouTube video by North Country Cinema

www.youtube.com

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