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2024-2025 Presented Series

The Bert Church LIVE Theatre (BCLT) presented series is a collection of shows and performances featuring music, theatre, all-ages performances, comedy and community partnerships. It's your theatre Airdrie, experience it LIVE!

Tickets on sale June 24. 

Skerryvore

Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 I 7:30 p.m. 

Skerryvore represents the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music - a unique fusion of folk, pop and rock.  Three time winners of Scotland's 'Live Act of the Year' award, Skerryvore has evolved to become one of the country's leading forces in a thriving music scene. 

The Returns Department

Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 I 7:30 p.m. 

Welcome to the Returns Department, where merchandise is inspected after being returned by disgruntled customers. Little by little the temptation to play with the returned items takes hold, but not before the merchandise play some tricks of their own! Through defective products, the Kif-Kif sisters find a space of freedom to express their creativity, invent and grow.

House of Hush Burlesque: The Roaring 20s

Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 I 7:30 p.m.

18+ only - contains adult themes and potential nudity: Everything from glamorous burlesque to comedic theatrics and the wild opulence of the golden age of jazz. If you're craving glittery costumes, glamour, wild abandon and gin-soaked revelry - this is the show you've been looking for.

Snow White by Dufflebag Theatre

Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 I 2 p.m. 

Expect interactive fun in this humorous retelling of a classic. The Queen has always been the fairest in the land - her magic mirror tells her so! But when the Queen hears that Snow White has surpassed her, she’s willing to do whatever it takes to get rid of her… forever! Fortunately, Snow White escapes into the deep dark woods, where she chances on a tiny cottage. Little does she know that the Seven Dwarfs living there will help save her! 

The Christmas Skates by DIY Theatre

Friday, Dec. 20, 2024 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., & Sunday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m.


When a young boy's wish comes true in an early Christmas gift, he heads to the ice rink only to find his skates are second best. With spirits dashed, he decides to get a job to get himself better skates. Along the way he finds lessons of gratitude and the true holiday spirit when he meets a friend who must work to help his family survive. Unwrap the true meaning of the holidays and create a holiday theatre tradition with this family friendly performance.

Piano Heist

Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 I 7:30 p.m. 

Lifelong friends and colleagues, Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin, shocked and appalled by the realization that piano 'just isn't cool anymore', set off on divine quest to redeem the keyboard and reinstate its reputation as the greatest instrument of all time! Nico and Patrick deliver everything from classical piano raptures to 80s keyboard synth battles, with theatrical wonder, comedy, audience participation, a pinch of history and a world of musical madness.

Ilyikiihkoasit (Dance with fervour) with Wild Mint Arts

Saturday, March 22, 2025 I 2 p.m. 

Experience the essence of powwow infused with contemporary storytelling. Created for young audiences and families, creators Jessica McMann and Elijah Wells, hope to share the excitement of competitive powwow dance crossed with the storytelling aspect of individual dance styles. 

Prairie Mountain Fiddlers

Saturday, April 5, 2025 I 2 p.m. 

Old-time fiddlers, any time fun! Prepare for an afternoon of foot-stomping, toe tapping, feel-good music. 

The Epic Quest of the Damsels in Distress, adapted by Kenneth Wasemann

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 26 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. & Sunday, April 27 at 11 a.m. 

Four damsels embark on a comical but epic journey of self-discovery. As they make their way through a fairytale land they must navigate past gladiators, monsters, angry villagers and end up slaying a stereotype (as well as a dragon).

Country Tribute Weekend

One weekend plus two tributes equals a whole lot of your favourite country music.  


Gaslighter: songs of the Chicks

Friday, May 23, 2025 I 7:30 p.m.

Performing timeless classics like "Wide open spaces", "Goodbye Earl", "Cowboy take me away" and "Not ready to make nice"; Gaslighter brings The Chicks hits to life.


Spirit of Shania: songs of Shania Twain

Saturday, May 24, 2025 I 7:30 p.m.

Singer/songwriter, Vivian Leigh, takes on the spirit of Shania for a revisiting of Shania Twain's greatest hits. 

A guide to BCLT shows

In the 2024- 2025 presented series, patrons will notice icons on our show posters. These are to help ticketholders understand the show experience. We have included a short description of each icon to help explain what each icon represents. Look for the circle icon on each show poster to know what you should expect from each performance.

All ages performance that is suitable for a gerneral audienceComedy performance - humour and may not be suitable for all audiencesCommunity partnership performanceMusical performanceR rated - performances that are for a adult and mature audienceTheatre performance through acting and story telling