Join us in the Rice Theatre Lobby for a Citadel Wardrobe Sale. Costumes and wardrobe pieces that have been on our stages, in Citadel shows, will be available to purchase! Don’t forget to bring your own bag.

Cash, credit, or debit will be accepted.

Please do not line up more than 1 hour before doors open. Depending on crowd size, browsing will be limited to 15-minute intervals to accommodate all patrons.

To celebrate our upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, playing this March in the Shoctor Theatre, we are hosting a Wizard of Oz Family Film Festival! Enjoy free screenings of film adaptations featuring Dorothy and her friends as they take a peek behind the curtain. Screenings take place in Zeidler Hall with general admission seating, so come early to grab a snack (popcorn!) and a great spot. Film run times and age ratings are listed below. Feeling like a trip to the Land of Oz is in order? Come in costume or an Oz-inspired ’fit – whether ruby slippers, emerald sparkles, a scarecrow hat, or your own creative twist on the Yellow Brick Road!

Film run times and age ratings are listed below. 

Venue: Zeidler Hall
Run Time: 1 hour 53 minutes
Age Rating: 10+ (Contains darker themes that younger children may find frightening)

Dorothy discovers she is back in the land of Oz, and finds the yellow brick road is now a pile of rubble, and the Emerald City is in ruins. Discovering that the magical land is now under the control of an evil empire, she sets off to rescue the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Lion with the help of her new friends.

Venue: Shoctor Theatre
Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Age Rating: 14+
Ticketed Event: Tickets to performances of Life of Pi can be purchased here.

Based on the novel by Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Haysam Kadri
In Partnership with Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
LIFE OF PI is presented in arrangement with Theatre Global

 

Life of Pi brings Yann Martel’s acclaimed novel to life in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating theatrical experience. The story follows Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and is left stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with only a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker for company. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, he confronts the limits of his faith, his resilience, and his understanding of the world.

The stage adaptation immerses audiences in Pi’s extraordinary journey, blending breathtaking visuals, puppetry, and immersive storytelling to bring the ocean, the tiger, and Pi’s incredible survival to vivid life. As Pi recounts his tale to skeptical officials, the play explores themes of faith, identity, and the power of storytelling, leaving audiences to question the nature of truth and belief.

Join us in the Rice Theatre Lobby for a Citadel Wardrobe Sale. Costumes and wardrobe pieces that have been on our stages, in Citadel shows, will be available to purchase! Don’t forget to bring your own bag.

Cash, credit, or debit will be accepted.

Please do not line up more than 1 hour before doors open. Depending on crowd size, browsing will be limited to 15-minute intervals to accommodate all patrons.

From Page to Stage: Adapting Novels for Theatre

Venue: Shoctor Lobby
Free Event

Join Citadel Theatre Artistic Director Daryl Cloran and Edmonton playwright Jessy Ardern for a conversation on transforming everything from novels to classic works to record albums for the stage. Daryl, acclaimed for his inventive Shakespearean adaptations and stage version of A Cure for Death by Lightning, and Jessy, currently adapting Cyrano de Bergerac for next spring at Citadel Theatre, will share how characters, storylines, and staging evolve in the adaptation process. Hear stories from their creative journeys, discover how collaboration shapes the final work, learn how they decide what to cut and what to keep, and join the Q&A to ask your questions about bringing beloved stories to life on stage.

 

Stay for the 1:30PM performance of Life of Pi, which includes a post-show audience talkback hosted by our Students Club Facilitator, Ellen Chorley! *ticketed event 

Venue: Shoctor Theatre
Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Age Rating: 14+
Ticketed Event: Tickets to performances of Life of Pi can be purchased here.

Based on the novel by Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Haysam Kadri
In Partnership with Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
LIFE OF PI is presented in arrangement with Theatre Global

 

Life of Pi brings Yann Martel’s acclaimed novel to life in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating theatrical experience. The story follows Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and is left stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with only a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker for company. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, he confronts the limits of his faith, his resilience, and his understanding of the world.

The stage adaptation immerses audiences in Pi’s extraordinary journey, blending breathtaking visuals, puppetry, and immersive storytelling to bring the ocean, the tiger, and Pi’s incredible survival to vivid life. As Pi recounts his tale to skeptical officials, the play explores themes of faith, identity, and the power of storytelling, leaving audiences to question the nature of truth and belief.

To celebrate our upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, playing this March in the Shoctor Theatre, we are hosting a Wizard of Oz Family Film Festival! Enjoy free screenings of film adaptations featuring Dorothy and her friends as they take a peek behind the curtain. Screenings take place in Zeidler Hall with general admission seating, so come early to grab a snack (popcorn!) and a great spot. Film run times and age ratings are listed below. Feeling like a trip to the Land of Oz is in order? Come in costume or an Oz-inspired ’fit – whether ruby slippers, emerald sparkles, a scarecrow hat, or your own creative twist on the Yellow Brick Road!

Film run times and age ratings are listed below. 

Venue: Zeidler Hall
Run Time: 2 hours 16 minutes
Age Rating: 8+

When Harlem schoolteacher Dorothy (Diana Ross) tries to save her dog from a storm, she’s miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called Oz. After accidentally killing the Wicked Witch of the East upon her arrival, Dorothy is told about the Wiz (Richard Pryor), a wizard who can help her get back to Manhattan. As Dorothy goes in search of the Wiz, she’s joined by the Scarecrow (Michael Jackson), the Tin Man (Nipsey Russell) and the Cowardly Lion (Ted Ross).

Venue: Shoctor Theatre
Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Age Rating: 14+
Ticketed Event: Tickets to performances of Life of Pi can be purchased here.

Based on the novel by Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Haysam Kadri
In Partnership with Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
LIFE OF PI is presented in arrangement with Theatre Global

 

Life of Pi brings Yann Martel’s acclaimed novel to life in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating theatrical experience. The story follows Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and is left stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with only a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker for company. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, he confronts the limits of his faith, his resilience, and his understanding of the world.

The stage adaptation immerses audiences in Pi’s extraordinary journey, blending breathtaking visuals, puppetry, and immersive storytelling to bring the ocean, the tiger, and Pi’s incredible survival to vivid life. As Pi recounts his tale to skeptical officials, the play explores themes of faith, identity, and the power of storytelling, leaving audiences to question the nature of truth and belief.

Venue: Lee Pavilion

Lions, tigers, and bears… or fairies?! 🌟 Join us in the Lee Pavilion for whimsical face painting inspired by The Wizard of Oz, magical creatures, and fairies. Artists will be on hand to transform little ones (and the young at heart!) into their favourite characters, animals and more!

The Art and Engineering of Puppets: Bringing Life of Pi to the Stage

Venue: Shoctor Lobby
Free Event

Join Brendan James Boyd, co-founder of Calgary-based Puppet Stuff Canada, for a behind-the-scenes presentation on how the team created the unforgettable animal puppets for Life of Pi, as well as their work on other stage, film, and TV productions – including designing the magical puppets for Frozen at The Citadel! Learn how concept sketches became stunning stage creations, from majestic tigers to graceful birds, through artistry, engineering, and collaboration with actors and puppeteers. See key design elements up close, hear stories from the build process, and join the Q&A to ask your questions about creating puppets that move, breathe, and captivate!

 

Stay for the 1:30PM performance of Life of Pi, which includes a post-show audience talkback hosted by our Students Club Facilitator, Ellen Chorley! *ticketed event 

Venue: Shoctor Theatre
Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Age Rating: 14+
Ticketed Event: Tickets to performances of Life of Pi can be purchased here.

Based on the novel by Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Haysam Kadri
In Partnership with Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
LIFE OF PI is presented in arrangement with Theatre Global

 

Life of Pi brings Yann Martel’s acclaimed novel to life in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating theatrical experience. The story follows Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and is left stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with only a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker for company. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, he confronts the limits of his faith, his resilience, and his understanding of the world.

The stage adaptation immerses audiences in Pi’s extraordinary journey, blending breathtaking visuals, puppetry, and immersive storytelling to bring the ocean, the tiger, and Pi’s incredible survival to vivid life. As Pi recounts his tale to skeptical officials, the play explores themes of faith, identity, and the power of storytelling, leaving audiences to question the nature of truth and belief.

Venue: Lee Pavilion

The Fairies are taking over the Citadel for Culture Days! Fizzlewit’s Fairy Finding Tour blends whimsy and folklore into a magical experience the whole family will treasure. Join Fizzlewit (Edmonton’s own Rupert Appleyard) for a spellbinding live-action treasure hunt through the Lee Pavilion Gardens, where every moment sparkles with magic. A day of wonder, adventure, and fairy fun awaits!

These 45-minute interactive tours invite participants to follow fairy trails, solve puzzles, and uncover a fairy tale mystery. Along the way, children practice reading skills, strengthen critical thinking, and learn an important lesson about stranger safety—all while enjoying Fizzlewit’s whimsical wit, fairy houses, and vivid descriptions of the magical creatures they meet.

Limited spots – arrive early to collect a free ticket token from Citadel’s Box Office!

To celebrate our upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, playing this March in the Shoctor Theatre, we are hosting a Wizard of Oz Family Film Festival! Enjoy free screenings of film adaptations featuring Dorothy and her friends as they take a peek behind the curtain. Screenings take place in Zeidler Hall with general admission seating, so come early to grab a snack (popcorn!) and a great spot. Film run times and age ratings are listed below. Feeling like a trip to the Land of Oz is in order? Come in costume or an Oz-inspired ’fit – whether ruby slippers, emerald sparkles, a scarecrow hat, or your own creative twist on the Yellow Brick Road!

Film run times and age ratings are listed below. 

Venue: Zeidler Hall
Run Time: 2 hours
Age Rating: 7+

A musical fantasy film that re-imagines the classic story with the Muppets. Dorothy, a young woman working in her Aunt Em’s diner, dreams of becoming a singer and is transported to Oz after a tornado. She embarks on a journey to see the Wizard with Kermit as the Scarecrow, Fozzie as the Cowardly Lion, and Gonzo as the Tin Man, encountering various Muppet characters along the way, including Miss Piggy playing multiple witch roles.

Venue: Zeidler Hall
Run Time: 1 hour 41 minutes
Age Rating: 6+

When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) that needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) who wants courage. The Wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) to earn his help.