children’s theatre

opening fri march 3

The Urban Jungle Book

Until Saturday, March 18. Presented by StoryBook Theatre. Through urban grooves and R&B music a young boy finds his way, and discovers that family isn’t just those you are born to, but those who help you discover the true meaning of home. At Beddington Heights Theatre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.W. Thursday to Saturday, 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $20 - $25. 403-2160608 ext. 1, storybooktheatre.org.

until sat march 4

Macbeth

Presented by Calgary Young People’s Theatre. Shakespeare’s vicious and magical story of ambition comes to new life in this mystical production set amongst the giant stone circles of the ancient druids. At West Village Theatre, 2007 10th Ave. S.W. Performances at 7:30 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. 403-2302664, cypt.ca.

sun march 5

Peter Pan

Presented by Dufflebag Theatre. Before your eyes, audience members join in on the action. This unpredictable performance is a hilarious experience for all ages where the dream of living a fairy tale comes true. At Bert Church Theatre, 1000 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie. 2:30 p.m. $16. 403-9488824, thebertchurchtheatre.com.

opening thur march 9

Alice’s Wonderland

Until Saturday, March 18. Presented by Artists’ Collective Theatre. Medley of music, dance, mask and puppetry inspired by the novels by Lewis Carroll. Through all of the absurdity and whimsy in this fanciful land, a girl named Alice learns a great deal about life and growing up. Suitable for all ages. At West Village Theatre, 2007 10th Ave. S.W. Tuesday to Sunday, 7:30 p.m.; matinees March 11, March 12, March 14, March 16 and March 18, 2 p.m. $19.50 - $24.95. acttheatre.ca.

upcoming

The Medieval Feast

Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11. Presented by Painted Fish Theatre Company. A fivecourse dinner in Medieval style with jousting, sword play, jesters, singers, dancers, contest and prizes. Plus a Ye Old Merry Pub and Medieval Market. Suitable for children ages 12 and up. At Marda Loop Community Hall, 3130 16th St. S.W. 6-11 p.m. $50. 403-827-3050, paintedfish.ca.