The Arts Uncommon
Our mission is to provide facilities in which the independent, experimental, risky, low-budget arts sector can thrive and contribute to a vibrant, robust, and essential arts scene in the City of Calgary. Learn more –>
Learn about the specific spaces and contact us to inquire about rentals!
Perfect for intimate shows, relaxed meetings, or ad hoc workshops, The Boom Room is a small, versatile, and open space. It is equipped with an acoustic piano and functional furniture, and experiences can benefit from the attached kitchen and washroom.
- Featured above are singer-songwriter Tommy Douglas Keenan (right) accompanied by local multi-disciplinary performer, Eric Wigston (left).
Transforming otherwise-wasted walls into juicy spaces that celebrate and elevate visual artists at all stages of their careers is one of our passions. Feast upon the industrial spaces we’ve converted into galleries.
The surrounding spaces provide a groovy vibe for an opening reception, and the rooms can also be multi-purposed for any event that could benefit from having some art on the walls. Formal viewings can be arranged throughout a lengthened showing, in addition to the displays being available for all BonnyBoom traffic that comes through the door.
Located in the heart of the building, The Main Gallery features the works of one or more visual artists at all times.
Featured is a showing of works by local artist, Declan O’Reilly.
The Michael Green Room, our most intimate gallery, flanks The Main Gallery and pairs nicely when a show features multiple artists. Permanently on display is an original sketch by one local legend, Peter Moller, of another one, Michael Green. Michael is fondly remembered as a foundational contributor to the establishment of experimental and risky performance theatre in the city of Calgary and on the world stage.
Featured is a showing of works by local artist, Brian Jensen, who also takes credit for the feature image on our home page.
No wall is off the table! The Front Gallery, otherwise hanging pieces from our owner’s personal collection, is an immediate mood-setter if an art show spills out into multiple rooms. The entrance being the front door, guests can step into the offered experience at the same moment their eyes feast upon it.
Featured is a showing of works by local artist, Maksym Isenko.
Looking for a place to be creative? The ground floor is divided into multi-functional workshop and rehearsal spaces and is operated by our anchor tenant The Old Trout Puppet Workshop. It is well equipped with tools and space to build puppets, props, and sets, has a sprung floor paired with a mirrored wall, plenty of room for a gathering, accessible kitchen and washroom facilities, and the freedom to make a bit of noise.
Spaces for independent artists and arts organizations to work and thrive is at the heart of our mission. Private spaces line the perimeter of our upper floor and are suitable for creative studios or offices. The tenants enjoy a respectful camaraderie in line with our values of inclusiveness, positivity, and maintaining our bohemian vibe.
