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Ghost River Theatre
@ghostrivertheatre.bsky.social
A devised theatre company led by AD Eric Rose creating original productions via investment in imaginative research & development. #ghostrivertheatre #DevisedTheatre

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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.

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#GhostRiverTheatre #DevisedTheatre #YYCArts #WorldPremiere
October 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
📣 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!
October 9, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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
September 30, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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
September 16, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Something bold is taking shape in our rehearsal hall. 🌊✨

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

#GhostRiverTheatre #DevisedTheatre #NewPlayDevelopment #VisualStoryTelling
September 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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
September 3, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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
August 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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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July 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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
July 2, 2025 at 9:56 PM
#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 💛
June 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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
June 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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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
June 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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
June 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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...
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May 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM
🎶 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
May 1, 2025 at 11:05 PM
🌟 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
April 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
#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
April 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🎶 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
April 25, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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
April 23, 2025 at 7:43 PM
📽️ 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
April 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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
April 15, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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!
April 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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
April 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
🎭 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
March 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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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
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March 24, 2025 at 8:28 PM