February 17, 2021 Information Sessions Register for an upcoming information session about upcoming grant programs for Indigenous arts. February 16, 2021 Get Our Newsletter Want to stay up-to-date with both what we’re working on and what’s going on? Sign up for our newsletter. February 8, 2021 Organization Structural Change Applications are now open and are accepted on an ongoing basis until November 30, 2021. What's On in Calgary Stay up to date with arts and culture events throughout the year Promotion March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021 Online This Month March 2020 saw Calgary’s theatres go dark, music venues go quiet, and all sorts of planned offerings cancelled indefinitely. But, a year into COVID-19 restrictions, Calgary’s arts community continues to adapt and put on events for you to explore. Festival February 13, 2021 - February 28, 2021 Chinook Blast Launching a new festival during a global pandemic and a polar vortex might seem like an impossible task, but for more than 30 local programming partners, it’s a challenge that epitomizes the can-do Calgary spirit. Promotion February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021 Online This Month There might be a chill in the air but you don’t have to bundle up to enjoy these offerings as Calgary’s arts community continues to pump out awesome online events. Go digital and check out these great shows this February! Promotion January 1, 2021 - January 31, 2021 Online This Month With a new year and an ongoing fight to bend the curve, Calgary’s arts community continues to pump out quality content—just digitally instead of in person—and you can tune in all month long. Check out these great online events this January! Music December 18, 2020 - January 3, 2021 The Yuletide Sessions Working within the ongoing challenges that the performing arts sector is facing due to COVID-19, Calgary Opera is celebrating its first entry into the realm of digital programming with this virtual holiday concert. Tune in! Promotion December 15, 2020 - December 25, 2020 Holiday Gift Guide The holidays are upon us and many are trying to find the perfect gifts for those we cherish. Luckily, these great offers make it easy to give the gift of arts and culture while supporting the local community at this incredibly important time. Theatre December 12, 2020 - January 31, 2021 Annie The Musical After being put on hold due to new COVID-19 regulations in Alberta, StoryBook Theatre has managed to get its production of Annie The Musical online, just in time for the holiday season! Grab your tickets, tune in with the family, and enjoy. Theatre December 11, 2020 - December 31, 2020 A Christmas Carol Theatre Calgary presents a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic that you can enjoy in the safety and comfort of your own surroundings. This re-imagined filmed production is sure to fill the hearts of young and old with the spirit of Christmas. Theatre December 4, 2020 - December 20, 2020 Naughty… but Nice! (Seven’s On Screen) Everyone’s favourite sweet but risqué holiday celebration goes digital with an on-demand recording that integrates live performances with music videos and even an animated short. Research Useful information about Calgary Arts Development and the sector September 8, 2020 COVID-19 Impact Survey In May 2020, Calgary Arts Development undertook a survey of arts organizations in Calgary to better understand and plan for the COVID-19 disruption to the arts, culture, and creative industries. March 12, 2019 Calgary Engagement Survey How a community connects with the arts can be a clear indicator of vibrancy. Overall, 93% of Calgarians are connected to the arts and culture sector in one way or another. Wave 4 Results The New Experience Economy January 29, 2021 Future of Calgary’s Live Experience Economy Stone-Olafson is supporting experience-based organizations with timely research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic. The fourth wave of results is now available. Announcements March 2, 2021 Information About COVID-19 Calgary Arts Development has received a number of inquiries about the COVID-19 outbreak. This page is updated regularly with anything that is pertinent to the local arts sector. March 1, 2021 Share Your Best Images Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2020? If so, we want to share your best photos. Images must be print resolution, have caption and credit information, and be from 2020. February 16, 2021 RISE UP Relaunch Lunch #6 Discussing hotel spaces and how artists and hoteliers could work together to activate these spaces, the next RISE UP Relaunch Lunch takes place on March 4, 2021. Register to take part! February 8, 2021 Office Closure While our offices have been closed to the public since March 16, 2020, Calgary Arts Development will be observing Family Day. All staff will be off on February 15, 2021. Have a good one! February 2, 2021 RISE UP Calgary Song Contest With over 100 talented Calgary musicians submitting their original songs, the winner of the RISE UP Calgary Song Contest is Emily Triggs with her song, Light You Up. Congratulations! January 25, 2021 RISE UP Relaunch Lunch #5 Breakout into smaller groups to discuss and share ideas on how to move new projects forward. Join RISE UP Calgary on February 4, 2021 for its next Relaunch Lunch—register to take part. Living a Creative Life Fuelling a vital, prosperous and connected city The Storytelling Project March 1, 2021 MelVee X Empowering marginalized people and equity-seeking communities, MelVee X is a Black queer multidisciplinary artist. The Storytelling Project February 22, 2021 Kayla Browne Kayla Browne decided that if the choice was to blend in to get along or to take a stand, she was going make architecture a brighter place. Web Series February 16, 2021 Episode 14 Join Adora Nwofor to celebrate those Calgarians who follow inspiration and pursue passion to enjoy the benefits of living creatively. Photo of the Month February 8, 2021 #yycLCL January 2021 Alex Hunt shared this capture of a photographer documenting a piece in her Colour Pop Collection. Read on to learn more! The Storytelling Project January 25, 2021 Colin Menzies Talking about their practice and projects in the worlds of mental health and creativity, tune in to learn about leaning into the arts as a way of wellness. Web Series January 19, 2021 Episode 13 Join Adora Nwofor as we celebrate those Calgarians living their most creative lives along whatever avenue they’re fueled to follow. The Storytelling Project December 14, 2020 Mariya Stokes Combining social consciousness with her artistic career, Mariya Stokes is a local musician and songwriter who cares deeply about her community. Web Series December 8, 2020 Episode 12 Today we learn how to drop a beat, we’ll discover what digital projection mapping is, and we’ll visit some spectacular light displays. The Storytelling Project December 4, 2020 Leighton Art Centre In exploring the creative world and living a creative life, Lanre Ajayi takes on a piece of Alberta’s history. Tune into My City Speaks To Me. Web Series November 24, 2020 Episode 11 Join Adora Nwofor as we feature the world’s youngest sitar player, a French horn player who also has a knitting podcast, and so much more. Creative Connected Calgary November 20, 2020 Angel Sanderson & Alex Manitopyes These partners have created and developed a successful, dynamic, and fashion forward business. Creative Connected Calgary November 19, 2020 Glenna Cardinal & Seth Cardinal Dodginghorse This mother and son duo of creative powerhouses have spent their lives making and creating things. Creative Connected Calgary November 18, 2020 Stoney Nakoda AV Club A youth run arts production and storytelling society, the Stoney Nakoda AV Club believes in the potential of youth and the power of story. Creative Connected Calgary November 17, 2020 Sandra Sutter Sandra Sutter has been part of the Calgary arts scene for many years, sharing her powerful voice and music in music venues across this city. Creative Connected Calgary November 16, 2020 Kelli Morning Bull Kelli Morning Bull is a Piikani filmmaker of exceptional skill and talent. Learn about her practice and her recent film, Treaty Money. Tom Marten's It's Nobody | Image: Courtesy of Indefinite Arts Centre #yyclcl View Mar 8 Open ONLY 5 DAYS until the First Annual #ART and FOUND DAY! Imagine a day when hundreds of artworks from hundreds of artists are dropped off in cities all around the world for people to find! That’s hundreds of people that will be uplifted by artistic creativity and talent. That’s some Scavenger Hunt!!! With the chaos of 2020 behind us, it’s time to bring positivity, inspiration and happiness to our communities. As artists and creatives we have the power to do that. HINT: I will be dropping off one painting somewhere in Garrison Woods between 6:30am and 9:00am and a second painting somewhere in the vicinity of the Eau Claire Market between 10:30am - 5:30pm. ... 4 1 View Mar 8 Open "How wonderful yellow is. It stands for the sun." -Vincent Van Gogh Yellow is often considered the brightest and most energizing of the warm colors. It's associated with happiness, sunshine, joy, intellect, and energy. What does yellow signify for you? 💛 #calgary #yycart #colourfulart #colourpop #colourtheory #alexhuntstudio #artforinteriors ... 34 3 View Mar 7 Open A flower for my Instagram wall . . . #home #springiscoming #refleccionesdeldia #yyclcl #momentsathome #indoorslifestyle #dentrolacasa #cositas #soleandonos ... 8 1 View Mar 7 Open Feynman. Acrylic and wood sheet on birch panel. 24 x 24 inches. #custom #commission #yycartist #yyclcl #acyrlic #birchpanel #feynman #feynmandiagrams ... 32 7 View Mar 7 Open Beautiful Parhelion-(Sundog) today morning, an inspiration for one of my new paintings in process. #polishartistincanada#alicjaswiatlon#loveart#art#abstractart#fineart#yycart#yycartist#yyclcl#abstractpainting#painting#minmalpainting#colourfieldpainting#colorfieldpainting#artwatchers#artadvisor#artinspiration#contemporaryart#modernart#artoninstagram#artwatchers#artcollector#artcurator#femaleartist#emergingartist#artadvisor#artaddiction#art_4share#art_spotlight#kunst#laart#canadianart ... 72 4 View Mar 7 Open WIP rock formation landscape study Art links in bio >> ••• #wip #digitalpainting #digitalart #photoshop #drawing #painting #landscape #creator #environmentart #environmentpainting #environmentdesign #landscapepainting #mountain #instagramartist #artpractice #illustration #xppen #innovator16 #yycartist #cochraneartist #yycLCL ... 20 1 Load More
February 17, 2021 Information Sessions Register for an upcoming information session about upcoming grant programs for Indigenous arts.
February 16, 2021 Get Our Newsletter Want to stay up-to-date with both what we’re working on and what’s going on? Sign up for our newsletter.
February 8, 2021 Organization Structural Change Applications are now open and are accepted on an ongoing basis until November 30, 2021.
Promotion March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021 Online This Month March 2020 saw Calgary’s theatres go dark, music venues go quiet, and all sorts of planned offerings cancelled indefinitely. But, a year into COVID-19 restrictions, Calgary’s arts community continues to adapt and put on events for you to explore.
Festival February 13, 2021 - February 28, 2021 Chinook Blast Launching a new festival during a global pandemic and a polar vortex might seem like an impossible task, but for more than 30 local programming partners, it’s a challenge that epitomizes the can-do Calgary spirit.
Promotion February 1, 2021 - February 28, 2021 Online This Month There might be a chill in the air but you don’t have to bundle up to enjoy these offerings as Calgary’s arts community continues to pump out awesome online events. Go digital and check out these great shows this February!
Promotion January 1, 2021 - January 31, 2021 Online This Month With a new year and an ongoing fight to bend the curve, Calgary’s arts community continues to pump out quality content—just digitally instead of in person—and you can tune in all month long. Check out these great online events this January!
Music December 18, 2020 - January 3, 2021 The Yuletide Sessions Working within the ongoing challenges that the performing arts sector is facing due to COVID-19, Calgary Opera is celebrating its first entry into the realm of digital programming with this virtual holiday concert. Tune in!
Promotion December 15, 2020 - December 25, 2020 Holiday Gift Guide The holidays are upon us and many are trying to find the perfect gifts for those we cherish. Luckily, these great offers make it easy to give the gift of arts and culture while supporting the local community at this incredibly important time.
Theatre December 12, 2020 - January 31, 2021 Annie The Musical After being put on hold due to new COVID-19 regulations in Alberta, StoryBook Theatre has managed to get its production of Annie The Musical online, just in time for the holiday season! Grab your tickets, tune in with the family, and enjoy.
Theatre December 11, 2020 - December 31, 2020 A Christmas Carol Theatre Calgary presents a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic that you can enjoy in the safety and comfort of your own surroundings. This re-imagined filmed production is sure to fill the hearts of young and old with the spirit of Christmas.
Theatre December 4, 2020 - December 20, 2020 Naughty… but Nice! (Seven’s On Screen) Everyone’s favourite sweet but risqué holiday celebration goes digital with an on-demand recording that integrates live performances with music videos and even an animated short.
September 8, 2020 COVID-19 Impact Survey In May 2020, Calgary Arts Development undertook a survey of arts organizations in Calgary to better understand and plan for the COVID-19 disruption to the arts, culture, and creative industries.
March 12, 2019 Calgary Engagement Survey How a community connects with the arts can be a clear indicator of vibrancy. Overall, 93% of Calgarians are connected to the arts and culture sector in one way or another.
January 29, 2021 Future of Calgary’s Live Experience Economy Stone-Olafson is supporting experience-based organizations with timely research on how audiences will engage post-pandemic. The fourth wave of results is now available.
March 2, 2021 Information About COVID-19 Calgary Arts Development has received a number of inquiries about the COVID-19 outbreak. This page is updated regularly with anything that is pertinent to the local arts sector.
March 1, 2021 Share Your Best Images Did you receive funding from Calgary Arts Development in 2020? If so, we want to share your best photos. Images must be print resolution, have caption and credit information, and be from 2020.
February 16, 2021 RISE UP Relaunch Lunch #6 Discussing hotel spaces and how artists and hoteliers could work together to activate these spaces, the next RISE UP Relaunch Lunch takes place on March 4, 2021. Register to take part!
February 8, 2021 Office Closure While our offices have been closed to the public since March 16, 2020, Calgary Arts Development will be observing Family Day. All staff will be off on February 15, 2021. Have a good one!
February 2, 2021 RISE UP Calgary Song Contest With over 100 talented Calgary musicians submitting their original songs, the winner of the RISE UP Calgary Song Contest is Emily Triggs with her song, Light You Up. Congratulations!
January 25, 2021 RISE UP Relaunch Lunch #5 Breakout into smaller groups to discuss and share ideas on how to move new projects forward. Join RISE UP Calgary on February 4, 2021 for its next Relaunch Lunch—register to take part.
The Storytelling Project March 1, 2021 MelVee X Empowering marginalized people and equity-seeking communities, MelVee X is a Black queer multidisciplinary artist.
The Storytelling Project February 22, 2021 Kayla Browne Kayla Browne decided that if the choice was to blend in to get along or to take a stand, she was going make architecture a brighter place.
Web Series February 16, 2021 Episode 14 Join Adora Nwofor to celebrate those Calgarians who follow inspiration and pursue passion to enjoy the benefits of living creatively.
Photo of the Month February 8, 2021 #yycLCL January 2021 Alex Hunt shared this capture of a photographer documenting a piece in her Colour Pop Collection. Read on to learn more!
The Storytelling Project January 25, 2021 Colin Menzies Talking about their practice and projects in the worlds of mental health and creativity, tune in to learn about leaning into the arts as a way of wellness.
Web Series January 19, 2021 Episode 13 Join Adora Nwofor as we celebrate those Calgarians living their most creative lives along whatever avenue they’re fueled to follow.
The Storytelling Project December 14, 2020 Mariya Stokes Combining social consciousness with her artistic career, Mariya Stokes is a local musician and songwriter who cares deeply about her community.
Web Series December 8, 2020 Episode 12 Today we learn how to drop a beat, we’ll discover what digital projection mapping is, and we’ll visit some spectacular light displays.
The Storytelling Project December 4, 2020 Leighton Art Centre In exploring the creative world and living a creative life, Lanre Ajayi takes on a piece of Alberta’s history. Tune into My City Speaks To Me.
Web Series November 24, 2020 Episode 11 Join Adora Nwofor as we feature the world’s youngest sitar player, a French horn player who also has a knitting podcast, and so much more.
Creative Connected Calgary November 20, 2020 Angel Sanderson & Alex Manitopyes These partners have created and developed a successful, dynamic, and fashion forward business.
Creative Connected Calgary November 19, 2020 Glenna Cardinal & Seth Cardinal Dodginghorse This mother and son duo of creative powerhouses have spent their lives making and creating things.
Creative Connected Calgary November 18, 2020 Stoney Nakoda AV Club A youth run arts production and storytelling society, the Stoney Nakoda AV Club believes in the potential of youth and the power of story.
Creative Connected Calgary November 17, 2020 Sandra Sutter Sandra Sutter has been part of the Calgary arts scene for many years, sharing her powerful voice and music in music venues across this city.
Creative Connected Calgary November 16, 2020 Kelli Morning Bull Kelli Morning Bull is a Piikani filmmaker of exceptional skill and talent. Learn about her practice and her recent film, Treaty Money.
