The details
Before you go
Inspired by the chilling folktale of St. Nicholas and the Evil Butcher, Little Elves is a bold new musical that reimagines a centuries-old legend through a contemporary lens. After escaping the clutches of a murderous butcher, three young elves find themselves hunted in a town where prejudice outweighs justice and survival demands impossible choices. Blending haunting folk-inspired music, striking puppetry, dark humour, and powerful storytelling, Little Elves transforms a familiar legend into an unforgettable tale of resilience, identity, and the stories history chooses to tell. As truth becomes increasingly blurred, the musical asks a haunting question: when the world is determined to see you as the villain, how far will you go to survive?
When
Runs through Saturday, November 7, 2026
7 days
Full listing at visitcalgary.com