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Home to The Carter-Ryan Theatre, located at The Carter-Ryan Gallery & Live Art Venue in Canmore, Alberta.


2024-2025 Theatre Season Announcement

Immerse yourself in an authentic experience of art housed in the mountains! Theatre Tickets On Sale Now!


People and STUFF: a hilarious new play about old things

September 26 - October 20, 2024

The Carter-Ryan Theatre

A WORLD PREMIERE. People And STUFF: A New Play About Getting Rid Old Things Join us for an exciting evening of live theater at the Carter-Ryan Gallery and Live Art Venue. People and STUFF is a captivating new play that explores the sentimental value we attach to objects and the memories they hold. Get ready to embark on a nostalgic journey as the talented cast brings this heartwarming story to life.

Opening Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024

Closing Date: Sunday October 20, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM Tuesday - Saturdays / 3 PM Sundays

Location: Carter-Ryan Gallery and Live Theatre Venue

Information: 403-621-1000 or email boxoffice@carter-ryan.com

People and STUFF is a hilarious coming of old-age story, where one woman is ready to get rid of a life time of 'stuff'. When Carol (Maralyn Ryan) decides for herself to downsize, she is not prepared for the shedding of a lifetime of collecting. Commemorative plates, porcelain dolls, record collections, spoons upon spoons and a life time of collecting art, alll with the intention of being passed on to her children. Imagine her suprise when she is told not only do they not have room, they just don’t want it. People and STUFF. World premiere.

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A Christmas Carol

December 5 - 29, 2024

Fairmont Banff Springs Theatre

Do not miss this timeless, heart warming tale of a man named Scrooge who is visited by three ghosts and learns what the true meaning of Christmas is all about. Through the use of puppets, an incredible soundscape and not-to-be-missed moments of magic, a Christmas Carol is perfect for families of all ages.

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Bridget Ryan’s JOY TO THE WORLD CHRISTMAS CABARET

December 7 - 23, 2024

The Carter-Ryan Theatre

Bridget is back (with Morgan McKee at the piano) with new songs, new stories as well as sharing some of the classics!

Bridget Ryan's outrageously hilarious Christmas Cabaret - JOY TO THE WORLD! Get ready for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable stories about Christmas! This award-winning cabaret performer has had audiences across Canada and the US in stitches for years...come experience why! Sing-a-longs, song-a-longs, surprise guests, gifts... this evening has it all!

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The ABBA-SOLUTELY FABULOUS HOLIDAY Show!

December 27 - Jan 5, 2025

Fairmont Banff Springs Theatre

IT’S BACK & IT’S ABBA-SOLUTELY FABULOUS! THE BEST WAY TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY!!

Do not miss this 90 minute musical love letter to ABBA to get in the holiday spirit! Grab your platforms, toss on the sequins and get ready to raise the roof! We said we were going to do it and we’re doing it! We are going to celebrate the season with on some harmonic high notes with the delicious dance beats of ABBA! All the hits from Dancing Queen, Voulez Vous, Does Your Mother Know, Chiquitita to Take A Chance On Me!! ABBA, we ‘thank you for the music’ so we’ve dedicated a night full of tight harmonies and sweet 80’s moves to you! And there’s a Costume Contest nightly as well! Wear your best ABBA and as we all know, The Winner Takes It All

Performance Dates: December 27, 2024 - Sunday January 5, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM Tuesday - Saturdays / 3 PM Sundays

Location: Fairmont Banff Springs Conference Theatre (405 Spray Ave, Banff AB)

Information: 403-621-1000 or email boxoffice@carter-ryan.com


 

The Carter-Ryan Theatre

Located At The Carter-Ryan Gallery On Canmore’s Main Street.

Fairmont Banff Springs Theatre

Located inside The Fairmont Banff Springs Conference Centre.

 

The new micro-theatre nestled in the carter-ryan gallery is now my go-to destination for an evening out in canmore. Bravo!
— Audience Member
THE LIGHTS IN TOWN DIM AT 6PM, BUT NOT AT THE CARTER-RYAN! THE PERFECT SPOT FOR A WINTER’S EVE IN THE MOUNTAINS
— Audience Member
We had an outstanding experience! It was a fabulous evening! Looking forward to booking tickets for another upcoming show.
— audience mbember
Laughed out loud and shed a tear. We will definitely go again.
— Audience Member
This is an evening you don’t want to miss! We enjoyed dinner downtown and walked to the show! Only in Canmore - Love our community!
— Audience member
THE best seats in town (literally)
— Audience Member

2024 Events

 


In Search Of Christmas Spirit

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season. Bundle up for a walk through the Cascade of Time Garden, where you’ll witness a live Christmas story told by the animals of Banff National Park. This is a self-guided tour. Admission is free by reservation. Carter-Ryan Productions is proud to again collaborate with Banff Lake Louise Tourism, Parks Canada and The Town Of Banff. Bridget Ryan as Creative Design and Jason Carter is sculpture artist and build.

NOVEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 29, 2024

Cascade Of Time Gardens, Banff AB