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A heartwarming story of the power of connection as three unlikely friends struggle to build relationships across differences of both age and ability. Drawing from the playwright's experience; a Vietnam Vet, a retired school teacher and an autistic young man find hope in friendship as they struggle to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in the search to reach their own safe havens.
BINS casts an unblinking light on Calgary's housing and affordability Crisis as it follows three unlikely friends who meet in one of Calgary's most unique thrift stores. The friends come together to support senior citizen Iris as she endures the freezing Calgary winter, living in her car with her pet parakeet as her name inches slowly up the Affordable Housing list.
Single ticket prices are as shown. Multiple ticket purchases will qualify for a 15% discount, which will be automatically applied at checkout.
Purchase 5 or more tickets at the regular
$30 price, receive a 15% discount
Purchase 6 or more student/senior tickets at the
$24 price, receive a 15% discount
PLEASE NOTE. Your purchase receipt is also your admission ticket. You can save it to your phone to show at the door. You can also print it out and bring a hard copy with you.
SATURDAY EVENING BONUS! A special presentation of ‘MudPie.The Primer’ will be shown after the 7:00 PM performance of BINS. ‘MudPie. The Primer’ was co-produced by Seniors Acting Lab and is a compelling and engaging extended preview of what will ultimately be a feature length motion picture. Running time: 22.35 minutes.
Venue: Contemporary Calgary
Address: 701 11 Street SW, Calgary
Dates: August 27–30, 2026
Showtimes:
Saturday, August 29 – 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Running Time: Approximately 90 minutes (20 minute intermission)
Recommended Age: 12+
A heartwarming story of the power of connection as three unlikely friends struggle to build relationships across differences of both age and ability. Drawing from the playwright's experience; a Vietnam Vet, a retired school teacher and an autistic young man find hope in friendship as they struggle to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in the search to reach their own safe havens.
BINS casts an unblinking light on Calgary's housing and affordability Crisis as it follows three unlikely friends who meet in one of Calgary's most unique thrift stores. The friends come together to support senior citizen Iris as she endures the freezing Calgary winter, living in her car with her pet parakeet as her name inches slowly up the Affordable Housing list.
Single ticket prices are as shown. Multiple ticket purchases will qualify for a 15% discount, which will be automatically applied at checkout.
Purchase 5 or more tickets at the regular
$30 price, receive a 15% discount
Purchase 6 or more student/senior tickets at the
$24 price, receive a 15% discount
PLEASE NOTE. Your purchase receipt is also your admission ticket. You can save it to your phone to show at the door. You can also print it out and bring a hard copy with you.
SATURDAY EVENING BONUS! A special presentation of ‘MudPie.The Primer’ will be shown after the 7:00 PM performance of BINS. ‘MudPie. The Primer’ was co-produced by Seniors Acting Lab and is a compelling and engaging extended preview of what will ultimately be a feature length motion picture. Running time: 22.35 minutes.
Venue: Contemporary Calgary
Address: 701 11 Street SW, Calgary
Dates: August 27–30, 2026
Showtimes:
Saturday, August 29 – 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Running Time: Approximately 90 minutes (20 minute intermission)
Recommended Age: 12+