The count down to IGNITE! is on.
IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists returns!
IGNITE! is a multi-disciplinary, 4-day exploration of original performances, unforgettable experiences, and bold new voices in the arts.
Applications have closed.
Project and Artist applications for 2026 are now officially closed.We thank everyone who applied and for the time, creativity, and passion poured into each application.
Our festival team is currently reviewing all submissions.
Once reviews are complete, we’ll begin reaching out to applicants directly. If you applied, please keep an eye on your inbox over the coming weeks for updates.
Save the Date
Join us on June 03 to June 06 for the IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists hosted at the Pumphouse Theatres.
Previously this season...
Past Show: reset
In a world of AI, it can be dangerous to be real.
Sage Theatre in collaboration with Vertical City Performance presents an immersive theatre puzzle.
Mar. 18 to Mar. 22, 2026
Contemporary Calgary
PAST SHOW: Shakespeare's R&J
Four college students. One night. The greatest love story ever told.
An adaptation by Joe Calarco
Presented by The Shakespeare Company and Sage Theatre
with the support of Calgary Young People’s Theatre
Feb. 20 to Feb 28, 2026
West Village Theatre
Tickets: $30 with affordable options.
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