ABOUT CARTER-RYAN GALLERY & LIVE ART VENUE
The Carter-Ryan Gallery, located in Canmore Alberta, is home to the work of Indigenous Visual Artist, Jason Carter and Creative Director Bridget Ryan. Here, you will surround yourself with Jason’s bold brilliant paintings and beautiful soapstone sculptures and get to know this prominent Alberta artist from Little Red River Cree Nation, now calling the Bow Valley home. In 2017, Carter-Ryan opened it’s second location just down the road in Banff, Alberta. Visit either location to experience one of Alberta's most acclaimed visual artists. Jason’s paintings and sculptures have been brought into collections globally and for those visiting internationally, his paintings are on permanent display at both international airports in Edmonton and Calgary.
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Please join us in celebrating the new permanent art installation(s) in the Canmore General Hospital's Emergency Department - featuring the illuminating work of Jason Carter
Friday April 19, 2024 from 5 - 730 PM.
As part of the revitalization of Canmore General Hospital's Emergency Department (ED), 14 original artworks by renowned local artist Jason Carter will be incorporated into the new space.
The artwork donated by Jason Carter and Bridget Ryan through the Canmore and Area Health Care Foundation will feature playful images of significance to the Bow Valley, adding a touch of warmth and comfort to the Emergency Department. The collection aims to provide solace and inspiration to those navigating the challenges of a hospital environment.
JOIN US FRIDAY APRIL 19, 2024
Carter-Ryan Canmore Gallery (705 Main Street Canmore) :
Artist in attendance on Friday from 5 - 730 PM
Charcuterie & Champagne will be in abundance
Bridget and Jason and the incredible Carter-Ryan Team, will have transformed part of the gallery to feature all the work that will be installed in the Emergency Department over the next several months to give you a sense of the new ED experience.
THE CARTER-RYAN THEATRE
The Carter-Ryan Gallery & Live Art Venue in Canmore comes alive at night with live performances all year long.
Gallery by day, live performances at night - immerse yourself in an authentic experience of art housed in the mountains! A truly memorable destination.
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SUMMER 2024
Carter-Ryan Theatre
The Return of CANADA THE MUSICAL - PART DEUX!
It’s back and bigger than ever! A 90 minute musical joy ride of a show dedicated to the Canada’s amazing music scene. Four incredible performers! Dozens of amazing sing-along-able songs! If you thought PART ONE was fun, well, you ain’t seen nothin yet!!
SEPTEMBER 12 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Carter-Ryan Theatre
When May (Maralyn Ryan) decides for herself to downsize, she is not prepared for the shedding of a lifetime of collecting. Commemorative plates, porcelain dolls, record collections, spoons upon spoons and a life time of collecting art . All with the intention of being passed on and celebrated 'in memory of' ... only to be told by her children they don't have the room or the want. It may not seem like it, but it's a comedy.
JOY TO THE WORLD
DECEMBER 12 - 30, 2023
Carter-Ryan Theatre
Get ready for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable stories about Christmas! This award-winning cabaret performer has had audiences across Canada and the US in stitches for years...come experience why! Sing-a-longs, song-a-longs, surprise guests, gifts... this evening has it all!
JANUARY 17 - FEBRUARY 18, 2024
Carter-Ryan Theatre
On a winter's eve, when the temperatures dip, come inside to the Carter-Ryan Theatre and warm yourself with the incredible music of one of Canada's greatest musical giants, Gordon Lightfoot. Three incredible musical performers celebrate the life and legacy of Gordon Lightfoot. Don't miss an incredible evening of song and story celebrating his life, but also his influence over the Canadian musical scene.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
DECEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 31, 2023
Fairmont Banff Springs Theatre
Do not miss this timeless, heart warming tale of a man named Scrooge who is visited by three ghosts and learns what the true meaning of Christmas is all about. Through the use of puppets, an incredible soundscape and not-to-be-missed moments of magic, a Christmas Carol is perfect for families of all ages.
THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING
NOVEMBER 16 - DECEMBER 3, 2023
Carter-Ryan Theatre
This dramatic adaptation of Joan Didion’s award-winning, bestselling memoir, transforms the story of the sudden and unexpected loss of her husband and their only daughter into a stunning and powerful one-woman play starring Maralyn Ryan.
Carter-Ryan Gallery Locations:
Canmore, Alberta
705 Main Street
1-403-621-1000
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