Inside Out Theatre

There’s something really special about seeing Deaf artists have the space to take risks, tell stories their own way, and be fully supported while doing it. That’s what the Deaf Arts Incubator is about!

New work. New voices. New possibilities.
And hopefully the beginning of many more to come.

1. Braiding Histories
2. Suffocate II: The Night’s Grabbing Mara

July 4 & 5, 2026 at The Erratic Indie Arts Club. Tickets coming soon!

We made the pages of The Scene! We’re diving deep into the conversation about Calgary’s theatre spaces in the new May issue.

The article asks the big questions, so we wanted to ask you one, too: What makes a theatre feel like home to you? Whether it’s a sense of belonging, seeing your own stories on stage, or just a really comfortable vibe.

We want to hear it while we prepare for the opening of our venue!

Check out our interview in the "Off Stage" feature! Pick up a physical copy or read it online at the link in our bio.
(ID: Col caught in a moment of proud-friend energy, holding up the latest issue of The Scene. He’s wearing his go-to cap and blue jacket, showing off the "Off Stage" feature where we got to share our story. )

What even is the Good Host Program?

From ASL interpretation and audio description to relaxed performances and touch tours, Good Host is about helping more people feel welcome at the theatre.

Because everybody deserves to feel like they belong in the room.

Swipe through to learn more and check out the link in bio for upcoming accessible shows like Come From Away!
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An audience watches a speaker and ASL interpreter at a live event. Large text reads: “What is the Good Host Program? Accessibility isn’t an add-on. It’s how we welcome people.”

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A teal informational slide explaining that Good Host is an audience accessibility and inclusion program partnering with theatre companies to support Deaf and disabled audiences.

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A teal slide titled “Why It Matters” describing accessibility as helping audiences feel prepared, comfortable, and like they belong.

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A teal slide listing accessibility examples including relaxed performances, audio description, touch tours, and ASL interpretation.

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A promotional poster for an ASL interpreted and audio described performance of Come From Away presented through the Good Host Program and Theatre Calgary.

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A teal slide titled “Beyond the Show” describing support for staff training, audience experience, and accessibility before, during, and after performances.

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A minimalist teal slide with bold navy text reading: “Theatre For Every Body.”)

Only a few Good Host shows left this season!

Big love to our Good Host coordinators who make this work possible 💛

Catch them next at Wildwoman!

🗓 May 6 at 7:30 PM
📍 Alberta Theatre Projects, 205 8 Ave SE
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Two people stand side by side against a teal background, smiling with one arm around the other. White text reads “good host” with “Audience Accessibility Program” below.

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Close-up of two handheld audio description devices with red protective cases resting on a table. Buttons and small screens are visible on each device.

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Promotional graphic for Wildwoman featuring a bright yellow background and a small black creature peeking out from a box. Teal overlay text reads “Audio Description” along with the show title, date, and venue.)