Calgary 
Events Description
This is Calgary Opera’s first presentation of The Pied Piper of Hamelin, written by Seymour Barab — also the creator of our 2025 family-friendly opera, Little Red Riding Hood.
What’s a Pied Piper, anyway? The word “pied” means multicoloured clothing, and the image of the traveling stranger has been a fixture in folk tales since the Middle Ages.
In this story, the Pied Piper claims to be a rat-catcher who, with the help of his magical pipe, can solve the infestation that plagues the town of Hamelin, Germany.
The story of the Pied Piper may have its roots in true history; the present-day town of Hamelin sees tourists flock to its Pied Piper- and rat-themed landmarks and attractions.
Join us before the show for costume dress-up, an opera storybook zone, arts and crafts, and more. Make your own Calgary Opera debut with an audience participation moment in the show!
There’s some irony in presenting Pied Piper in Alberta! The province has been essentially rat-free since 1950, when the Rat Control Program was established.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $19.50 – $39.00
Ticket Prices
General: $39.00
Youth (18 and under): $19.50
How to get tickets?
Phone: 403-262-7286
Email: info@calgaryopera.com
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Friday November 13, 2026 to Saturday, November 14, 2026
Fri. Nov. 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Sat. Nov. 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM
Venue & Address
Mamdani Opera Centre, 1315 7 St SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1A5, Canada
Wheelchair accessible
