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Waterton Lakes Opera House-Movie Theatre and Concert Hall
Waterton Lakes Opera House - Home of Waterton Stage & Screen
Waterton Stage & Screen has a wonderful line-up of concerts, performances, film festivals and special film events for 2019. Check out the season below, and keep checking back for more event announcements!
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MAY:
"An Afternoon At The Ballet" - Saturday May 4 at 2 pm
LIVE EVENT & ON THE BIG SCREEN EVENT
The best of regional and international ballet all in one afternoon! Enjoy a live dance recital with the Mountain View Dance Studio, followed by a screening of the gorgeous on-screen performance of “Bolshoi Ballet’s “The Sleeping Beauty”
General Admission for Recital and Concert: $15
Children 3-12: $8
BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR AN AFTERNOON AT THE BALLET
Bolshoi Baller Trailer for 2019 season
“MUSIC MATINEE AT THE OPERA HOUSE” EVENT
These three highly trained musicians, with performance credits from around the world, came together to perform the remarkably beautiful music composed by the giants of the classical world for piano, cello and clarinet. With pieces from familiar composers like Bach and Brahms, to remarkable compositions from composers around the world, this will be a concert experience that special mom in your life will not forget. Brunch and room packages also available.
TICKETS (FOR CONCERT ONLY): $20 General Admission, $15 Children 3-12
To buy tickets and for more information on other ticket features, follow the link:
TICKETS FOR CONCERT, BRUNCH AND ROOM PACKAGES
Thank you to our sponsor, Waterton Lakes Lodge and Resort
Thank you to our sponsor, Vimy's Lounge and Grill
JUNE:
“MUSIC MATINEE AT THE OPERA HOUSE” EVENT
Part of “A Taste of Waterton” Food Festival 2019. Maritimes meets mountains in this celebration of Maritime music. This five piece band plays authentic & traditional Irish & Newfoundland music.
General Admission for Concert only: $20.00
Children 3-12 for Concert only: $12.00
BUY TICKETS FOR NEWFOUNDLANDER KITCHEN PARTY
Thank you to our sponsor, Waterton Lakes Lodge and Resort
Thank you to our sponsor, Vimy's Lounge and Grill
“ON THE BIG SCREEN” EVENT
“Van Gogh & Japan” and “Monet: Water Lilies”
Two beautiful films feature-length films of renowned painters of nature, Van Gogh and Monet. Sumptious, gorgeous photography compliment fascintating stories Part of the Waterton Wildflower Festival.
Van Gogh & Japan:
Though Vincent van Gogh never visited Japan it is the country that had the most profound influence on him and his art. In this little known story of Van Gogh’s art we see just how important his study of Japan was. The film travels not only to France and the Netherlands but also to Japan to further explore the remarkable heritage that so affected Van Gogh and made him the artist we know of today.
Showing: Friday June 14 at 12:30 pm and Monday June 17 at 4:00 pm
General Admission $10 / Children 3-12 $7
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Water Lilies by Monet: The Magic of Water and Light
A tale of the radical elements that revolutionized Modern Art: Monet’s clear intent was to transfer onto canvas the “first, pure impression” of forms and objects as they appear to the eye that has never seen them before. And this documentary will show the Water Lilies by Claude Monet, as they have never been seen before. A unique, exclusive look at the masterpieces housed at the Orangerie Museum, the Marmottan Museum, the Orsay Museum and Giverny, for the first time ever on the big screen for an unrepeatable experience.
Showing: Friday June 14 at 4:00 pm and Monday June 17 at 12:30 pm
General Admission $10 / Children 3-12 $7
BUY TICKETS FOR "WATER LILIES BY MONET"
“MUSIC MATINEE AT THE OPERA HOUSE” EVENT
Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra is returning after a sold-out audience in 2018! "Hook, Line & Schubert" is a performance of Franz Schubert's "Trout Quintet" for piano and strings. The piece is known as the Trout because the fourth movement is a set of variations on Schubert's earlier Lied "Die Forelle" ("The Trout"). Its lovely, meandering melodies conjure up a day by the lazy river, picnicing amongst wildflowers as the trout snooze in the waters below! Part of the Waterton Wildflower Festival.
General Admission: $25 / Children 3-12 & Seniors 65+ $20
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! 10% off!
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"A Woman in Wildflowers" - Live on Stage
This reflective dramatic portrait recounts the extraordinary personal journey of Elizabeth “Lizzie” Rummel. This German aristrocat fell in love with the Canadian Rockies, and Banff actor Shirley Truscott honours her life with this story. Rummel's deep connection with the Rockies, and the mark she left on the lives around her, make for a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman. Presented as part of the Waterton Wildflower Festival. Accompanied by piano.
General Admission: $20 Children 3-12 $15
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ADVENTURE WORLD WATERTON - Friday June 21 to Sunday June 23
FESTIVAL EVENT
A weekend to celebrate adventure experiences from around the world and right here in Waterton Lakes National Park. Featuring adventure films, special guest speakers, adventure video contest, and special promotions on wide variety of Waterton adventure experiences. Buy a ticket to any of the events below, and receive your Adventure Pass Card which entitles you to great discounts at adventure equipment suppliers and participating restaurants.
Full Schedule Adventure World Waterton
Events at the Waterton Lakes Opera House
Saturday, June 22
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Keynote speaker presentation Alissa St. Laurent
Waterton Lakes Opera House - $7 general admission / $5 children 3-12
Alissa is a Canadian ultramarathon runner. She began her ultra career in 2013 and has competed for the Canadian National team in 100km World Championships and the 2015 IAU Trail World Championships. She holds numerous course records, including those for the Sinister 7 100-mile and the Lost Soul 100-km ultramarathons. She received national attention after becoming the first female to win the 125-km Canadian Death Race outright in 2015 and her later comments in the media encouraging more women to take up competitive sports such as ultrarunning.
BUY TICKETS TO ULTRA MARATHONER ALISSA ST. LAURENT PRESENTATION
4:00 pm-6:00 pm: "Women's Adventure Film Tour"
The Women's Adventure Film Tour features some of the world's most inspiring women in adventure. This tour is a celebration of the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things. The films are to be enjoyed by women and men of all ages, and has toured around the globe.
General Admission $15, Children 3-12 $10
TRAILER for "WOMEN'S ADVENTURE FILM TOUR"
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Sunday June 23
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Lunchbag Armchair Adventures
Munch your lunch while you watch films and presentations of the amazing adventures of folks from right here in Southern Alberta.
General Admission $7 / Children 3-12 $5
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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM: "Weight of Water"
Erik is totally blind and is solo kayaking the length of the Grand Canyon. In Lava Falls, a large dangerous rapid, he discovers that despite what people might say, barriers can be real and they hurt .. a lot.
General Admission: $12 / Children 3-12 $10
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JULY:
Matt is an international renowned Magician, Illusionist and Escapologist with over 25 years experience. His performances have been viewed in more than 60 countries around the world and his YouTube views have gained more than 50 Million and still climbing.
After his electrifying performance on the CBS show "World's Best", we are thrilled to host his exclusive Southern Alberta appearance! Matt brings his magic to Waterton on Saturday July 6 for two shows only. GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY!!
General Admission: $25
Children 3-13: $20
Waterton Staff: $20 (conditions apply - limited tickets available)
TICKETS FOR MATT JOHNSON, MASTER MAGICIAN
GREAT DEALS ON ROOM PACKAGES AT WATERTON LAKES LODGE RESORT
Thank you to our sponsor, Waterton Lakes Lodge and Resort
Thank you to our sponsor, Vimy's Lounge and Grill
Met Opera : "Die Walkure" - Thursday July 11 at 11 am
"ON THE BIG SCREEN" EVENT
In what is expected to be a Wagnerian event for the ages, soprano Christine Goerke plays Brünnhilde, Wotan’s willful warrior daughter, who loses her immortality in opera’s most famous act of filial defiance. Tenor Stuart Skelton and soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek play the incestuous twins Siegmund and Sieglinde. Greer Grimsley sings Wotan. Philippe Jordan conducts.
General Admission $18 / Children 3-12 $10
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MUSIC MATINEE AT THE OPERA HOUSE” EVENT
Calgary’s preeminent jazz quintet return in concert to Waterton to release their latest CD “Bicycle Riding in the Dark”. From beautiful and dreamy, to toe-tapping and lively, Lorna's music is for everyone.
General Admission: $20.00
Children 3-12: $15.00
BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR LORNA MACLACHLAN QUINTET CD RELEASE
"ON THE BIG SCREEN" EVENT
The world’s most popular symphony conductor with his Johann Strauss
Orchestra and special guests will sweep you off your feet with his 2019 Maastricht concert. Releasing world-wide on this weekend.
General Admission: $18.00
Seniors 65+ and Children 3-12: $17
BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR ANDRE RIEU 2019 MAASTRICHT CONCERT
AUGUST:
MUSIC MATINEE AT THE OPERA HOUSE” EVENT
From tango to French musette, Italian and classical music, this trio plays Chic European Music for accordian, bass and guitar. With special guest vocalist Laura Hynes. Penny’s performance credits include the world-renowned Luciano Pavarotti, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and appearances across Canada, Dubai and Europe.
General Admission: $20.00
Children 3-12: $12.00
BUY TICKETS TO PENNY SANBORN TRIO & LAURA HYNES
Stratford Festival: "The Tempest" - Monday August 19 at 11:00 AM
"ON THE BIG SCREEN" EVENT
“Magic is in the air” (Broadway World) in the Stratford Festival’s latest production of Shakespeare’s final masterpiece, The Tempest, “an elaborate production with eye-popping costumes” (The New York Times) directed by Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino. “The real magic and grandeur come from Martha Henry as Prospero” (The New York Times). She is “one of the true greats” (Chicago Tribune), giving a performance full of “passion and power” (The Globe and Mail). “She’s riveting from her first moments on stage” (Postmedia). “The poetry emerging from her lips is something to behold” (Now Magazine). This “elegant production” (amNewYork) is “embarrassed with fine performances” (Toronto Star). Befitting the play’s origins as the original sci-fi story, the production features “spectacular stagecraft” (Postmedia) and is filled with “giant monsters and sparkling special effects” (The Globe and Mail). “Seeing it is a joy” (Toronto Star).
General Admission $18 / Children 3-12 $10
BUY TICKETS FOR STRATFORD FESTIVAL'S "THE TEMPEST"
“Waterton’s Got Talent” Variety Show - Saturday August 24 at 4:00 PM
LIVE EVENT
The first annual event to showcase amazing talent in the Waterton community! We are now accepting submissions for live performances, or videos of photography, art, crafts, or whatever! Submissions should be 1-5 minutes. Please email your entry to [email protected], with details on the artist and type of submission.
SEPTEMBER:
International Wildlife Film Festival -September 19 – 22:
"ON THE BIG SCREEN" FESTIVAL EVENT
Selections from the 42nd annual Missoula International Wildlife Film Festival. Part of the Waterton Wildlife Weekend
DATES, TIMES AND TICKETS TBA
"Music Matinee at the Opera House” Event
Music, storytelling and readings from the famous Alberta naturalist writer. Sid is a fascinating and fun entertainer with a gift for words and music.
Part of the Waterton Wildlife Weekend
General Admission: $20.00
Children 3-12: $12.00
BUY YOUR TICKETS TO SID MARTY IN CONCERT
Open
May to October
