
Upcoming events
Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.
Red Moon Road’s unique show is equal parts polished songwriting, undeniable musicianship, compelling storytelling and engaging showmanship.
The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path.
Dave McCann and the Firehearts are releasing a brand new recording at The Empress.
Set several centuries in the future, the abandoned Alita is found in the scrapyard of Iron City by Ido, a compassionate cyber-doctor who takes the unconscious cyborg Alita to his clinic.
When the sudden appearance of female Light Fury coincides with the darkest threat their village has ever faced, Hiccup and Toothless must leave the only home they’ve known and journey to a hidden world thought only to exist in myth.
RESILIENCE chronicles the birth of a new movement among pediatricians, therapists, educators and communities, who are using cutting-edge brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease.
Join us for a weekend of FREE stimulating films and invigorating discussion. In cooperation with Marda Loop Justice Film Festival www.justicefilmfestival.ca and supported by the Empress Theatre. Presented by Fort Macleod Justice Film Festival Committee. Reach us through our Fort Macleod Justice Film Festival Facebook page.
Come celebrate St. Paddy’s day with Còig, one of Atlantic Canada's premiere traditional groups.
The Worms write songs to make fun of a big dumb world. Luckily, the world is still dumb and The Arrogant Worms still have plenty to sing about. The shows are fast, furious and family friendly. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none.
This Diamond Dinner theme is Comic Con. Come dressed as your favourite superhero, villain, cartoon or comic character. Purchase a single seat or a table of eight.
ABRA Cadabra from Vancouver, Canada has been touring the world for over 18 years helping audiences of all ages & cultures re-live and celebrate the timeless and uplifting music of ABBA! This high-energy and captivating stage show takes you on a nostalgic journey through all of your favourite ABBA hits.
"David’s straightforward songs tell honest stories of real people and real places. Poetic perception and a keen eye for the heart of the matter are trademarks of the man and his music.
2019 is the 25th anniversary of the tragic Rwandan genocide. In the summer of 1994, Tim Isberg was deployed to Rwanda as an unarmed UN Military Observer. Combining a cascade of photographs, genuine stories and live music, Tim will share a very personal account of his experiences in Rwanda and songs it inspired.
EMPRESS THEATRE
FORT MACLEOD, ALBERTA
Since 1912 the Empress Theatre has provided a broad spectrum of high quality arts and cultural events to the people of rural Southern Alberta. The Empress is a not-for-profit registered charity that hosts live theatre, world-class music, cinema, summer theatre camps, film festivals, community musicals, weddings, private screenings, conventions, tours, meetings, conferences, symposia, workshops, lectures, debates, rehearsals, memorials, celebrations, benefit concerts, location shoots, live recordings, spiritual experiences, paranormal investigations, parties and more.
The theatre is currently designated an Alberta Historic Resource, is owned and maintained by the Town of Fort Macleod and is operated on their behalf by the Empress Theatre Society.