Mark your calendar! The 2012 Calgary International Children's Festival, presented by Qualico Communities, runs May 22 - 26 at the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts. With performances from Scotland, The Netherlands, the USA and Canada, this spirited celebration of creativity will inspire, delight and surprise you and yours! Here is the line-up of performances for 2012...
Artist Recommended for Ages 2 to 5
The Great Lady La's children set out on a journey to find a new source of water so that they can hear their mother's song again.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 1 to 8
This high-energy rock 'n' roll concert features a variety of musical styles that are guaranteed to delight fans of every genre.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 4 to 12
This award-winning entertainer has received international acclaim for his songwriting, outrageous props and off-beat sense of humor.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 5 to 8
Unforgettable electroluminescent crayon-like creatures light up the stage in this truly unique and visually dazzling innovative theatrical experience.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 5 to 11
This charming, funny and insightful play follows the story of two characters who overcome the barriers of language and mistrust through the power of play!
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Artist Recommended for Ages 6 to 13
Siblings are forced to venture into the unknown and joyfully discover the simple wonders the world has to offer.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 8 to 15
What will it take these two clowns to see past the treasures around them and see the friendship in front of them?
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Artist Recommended for Ages 12 to Adult
At its heart, Jake's Gift is about the importance of remembrance and makes the story behind one soldier's grave personal.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 12 to Adult
Calgary's finest actors share the stage with youth from a wide range of social, economic, and racial backgrounds to tell the tale of Aladdin.
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Artist Recommended for Ages 14 to Adult
A one-woman tour de force which honours the beautiful language of King Lear while taking a bit of poetic license.
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For Ages 18 and Up
In conjunction with the University of Calgary's Fine Arts Associates Program, these classes are offered to teachers, theatre professionals, and anyone interested in exploring various aspects of the performing arts.
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