Werklund Centre (formerly Arts Commons) is the steward of Western Canada’s largest arts centre and the artistic and civic cornerstone of Calgary’s downtown core that fosters the arts through live performance, educational opportunities, and artist development programs. It is home to five resident companies, including Alberta Theatre Projects, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Downstage, Theatre Calgary, and One Yellow Rabbit. It houses six gallery spaces, five theatres, a concert hall, rehearsal and education spaces, costume and scene shops, and a restaurant.
3 separate tours – register using link under “Plan Your Visit”
Tour 1: Werklund Centre Transformation (Presentation):
- Meet at Centre Court at 11 am sharp
- Get the inside scoop on the vision and future of the Werklund Centre Transformation and the revitalized Olympic Plaza, from the project partners
- Maximum capacity: 12 people
Tour 2: Jack Singer Concert Hall Back of House:
- Meet in front of the Jack Singer Concert Hall at 12:30 sharp (tour is 45 mins)
- Explore the behind-the-scenes workings of the Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn about the infamous Carthy Organ, the deep orchestra pit mechanics, and the unique acoustic paneling that creates the pristine sound of the concert hall
- Maximum capacity: 12 people
Tour 3: Gallery Tours:
- Meet at 1:45pm sharp in Centre Court (tour is 45 mins)
- Get a guided tour of the Window and +15 Galleries, and meet the artists in residence at the Lightbox and Ledge galleries
- Maximum capacity: 20 people
