Le Cirque de la Nuit Presents:
THE TIME MACHINIST
May 21st – 24th, 2026 | The GRAND Theatre, Calgary | All-Ages
✨May 21st: BUY PREMIERE NIGHT TICKETS ✨May 22nd-24th: BUY TICKETS
Following its acclaimed debut in Calgary in 2023, The Time Machinist returns in a bold new remount by Le Cirque de la Nuit. Named one of the Top 10 Theatre Productions of 2023 by Louis B. Hobson (Calgary Herald), this all-ages circus theatre spectacle blends high-flying circus, physical comedy, and cinematic storytelling into a thrilling journey through the ages.
Audiences are invited into the eccentric world of Owen Mittagen Vottenberg III, a self-proclaimed genius who showcases his collection of human specimens gathered on daring time-travel expeditions. As his invention is pushed beyond its limits, wonder and chaos collide.
“Pure Entertainment…magnificent…it was perfect ”
Caroline Russell-King, Calgary Theatre Critics’ Awards
WHAT TO EXPECT
Featuring an extraordinary ensemble of performers, The Time Machinist brings together high flying circus, theatrical storytelling, and physical comedy in a visually rich stage experience. Audiences will witness aerial silks, trapeze, duo lyra, cyr wheel, acrobatics, hand balancing, unicycle, juggling, laser manipulation, dance, and live vocals, all woven seamlessly into the narrative.
Enhanced by striking visual effects and award-winning lighting design, the production unfolds like a live cinematic adventure, carrying audiences through moments of wonder, humour, and awe. From laugh-out-loud surprises to breathtaking feats, the show keeps audiences engaged from start to finish.
The Time Machinist is Perfect for theatre lovers, time travel fans, and circus enthusiasts of all ages!
“The Time Machinist is an intimate circus show. It is compelling and impressive… ”
Jenna Shummoogum, Calgary Theatre and Dance critic
May 21st Premiere Night & VIP
Celebrate the opening night of The Time Machinist with a special Premiere Night experience. Be among the first to witness this newly remounted production and enjoy an elevated evening that includes VIP access, premium seating, and a chance to connect with the artists following the show. Get Your Tickets Here
🎟 Ticket Options
✨ VIP Experience – $155
✔️ Early access at 6:00 PM to the VIP lounge
✔️Premium front row reserved seating
✔️Artist meet and greet following the show
🎭 General Admission – $55–$95
✔️ Reserved theatre seating with seat selection at checkout
🎈 Youth Admission (12 and under) – $45
✔️Reserved theatre seating with seat selection at checkout
🕒 Showtime
📅 Thursday, May 21st — 7:30 PM
May 22nd – 24th Performances
Experience The Time Machinist across its full performance run, featuring both evening shows and a weekend matinee option. These performances offer the same acclaimed circus theatre spectacle in a more flexible format, making it an ideal choice for families, groups, and daytime audiences. Get Your Tickets Here
🎟 Ticket Options
🎭 General Admission – $55–$95
✔️ Reserved theatre seating with seat selection at checkout
🎈 Youth Admission (12 and under) – $45
✔️ Reserved theatre seating with seat selection at checkout
🕒 Showtimes
📅 Friday, May 22nd — 7:30 PM
📅 Saturday, May 23rd — 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM
📅 Sunday, May 24th — 2:30 PM
