Applications are open for the 2026 IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists!
IGNITE! is a multi-disciplinary, four-day festival of emerging art and artists. It’s big, it’s bold, it’s beautiful!
For nearly 20 years, the IGNITE! Festival of Emerging Artists has put a focus on helping develop Calgary’s rising talent by presenting their work to the public and connecting them to a network of established industry professionals.
June 3 – 6, 2026 | The Pumphouse Theatre
Sage Theatre is excited for you to apply to the IGNITE! Festival!
We are accepting applications until 11pm February 15, 2026.
The festival takes place June 3 – 6 in the Pumphouse Theatres. Projects occupy both the Victor Mitchell and Joyce Doolittle Theatres.
Sage Theatre and IGNITE! Festival provide rehearsal space, production support, marketing of the festival, and an honorarium to all of the artists involved. We also provide production mentorship from professional or established artists relevant to the project or artist.
Our primary goal is to provide artists an opportunity to grow their practice and expand their connections within the professional and/or established arts ecosystem.
Be a part of Calgary’s IGNITE! Community – submit your application today!
Details at https://sagetheatre.com/
Artistic Director | Sage Theatre
