Shows
Fur Trade & Explorer Era Theatrical/Educational Demonstrations
Generally presented as a theatrical demonstration and/or educational presentation, showcasing the firearms, gear, and outfits used by fur traders & explorers, designed with influence from the Georgian era of North American history (1714 to 1837).
More details on the Fur Trade & Explorers page.
Old West Era Theatrical Shootouts & Skills Shows
Generally presented as theatrical shootout show, followed by a shootist skills show, including demonstrations of skills such as fast draw, trick shooting, and gun spinning, showcasing the firearms, gear, and outfits used by frontier pioneers, designed with influence from the Victorian era of North American history (1837 to 1901). This is the type of show we are most well known for and perform the most frequently.
Depression Era Theatrical Shootouts
Generally presented as a theatrical shootout show, exhibiting the firearms, gear, and outfits used by depression era outlaws, designed with influence from the Depression era of North American history (1929 to 1939).
F.A.Q.
Questions frequently asked by
clients who book our shows.
We are available for booking as entertainment for any private or public event where we might provide a good fit. Events we perform at often (but not necessarily) have a western and/or historically-related theme of some kind.
In the past, we have typically performed at public events such as Calgary Stampede breakfasts & barbecues, galas & banquets, country fairs, rodeos, parades, town heritage & celebration days, and at private events such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, retreats, awards & recognition dinners, charity & fundraising events, at guest ranches, and for independent film productions.
Our shows typically consist of a theatrical shootout skit, often followed by a shootist skills show, including demonstrations of old west firearms-handling skills such as fast draw, trick shooting, and gun spinning. After the show, audiences often like to mingle with us, have a closer look at our gear and costuming, as well as take photographs with us.
Yes, we can tailor a show to suit the situational needs of an event. For example, we can perform a skit only, perform a skills demonstration only, just be present in costume to meet and greet attendees, or provide an educational demonstration. Shows can be advertised or done as a fun surprise. We take a creative and flexible approach to tailoring a show that will work with many different types of circumstances.
Typically there are between 5 and 8 performers in a show, however, depending on the situational elements of an event, we may plan to have less – or more – up to about 15 performers.
Yes, shows can be performed indoor or outdoor, in venues large or small, in most types of weather.
Advanced notice of at least 3 to 4 weeks is generally preferred for bookings. More notice is more desirable, and will give us more time to plan.
The cost of a show can vary widely, depending on several factors such as the situational needs and the location of the show. Please contact us with the specifics of your event for more information.
Yes, we are an active entity in the community and perform for charitable causes.
Yes, we have performed shows in various other locations in Canada, typically all around Alberta, but also in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and in the United States of America.
Yes, shows can be performed in Canadian national or provincial parks, however there may be certain limitations depending on the rules of the park.