About us
Welcome to the Shadow Players Collective. This group is for anyone interested in the magic of shadow puppetry, whether you are a professional performer, a visual artist, or someone who has never touched a puppet in their life. We are a space for experimentation, storytelling, and sharing the craft of silhouette animation. Our goal is to demystify the medium and provide a hands-on environment where we can learn from one another, trade techniques, and build small projects together.
We believe that shadow puppetry is a deeply accessible art form that relies more on imagination and lighting than expensive materials. During our meetups, we will explore everything from basic paper cutting and light source manipulation to more complex mechanics and narrative development. If you have been curious about how to bring stories to life behind a screen, we would love to have you join us. Bring your curiosity and a willingness to play, and we will handle the rest.
Upcoming events
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Calgary Gay Speed Dating for Long-Term Love
830 59 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, CA💖 Calgary Virtual Gay Speed Dating – Hosted, Curated & on Zoom
⚠️ RSVP alone doesn't secure your spot. You must register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited.
Choose your age range to sign up:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
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Genuine conversations with real locals — all from your living room. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Calgary gay locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly.
🎯 Perfect for:
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- First-timers new to speed dating
- Anyone curious about gay speed dating in a relaxed setting
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
Event Details
- Format: Live on Zoom – guided rounds from home
- Location: Anywhere you're comfortable – no venue, no commute
- Host: Professional host keeping things smooth and relaxed
- Vibe: Great energy, real people, authentic conversation in a welcoming space
- Matching: Based on personality quiz results
- Duration: Around 90 minutes
How It Works
- Choose your age group – Register through your link above.
- Take the personality quiz – We use it to match you with compatible Calgary singles.
- Log in – Join the Zoom session from home. The host runs everything.
- Speed date – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Calgary locals.
- Get matches – Mutual matches revealed after the event.
💡 Tip: Just be yourself. That's what works best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my info private?
Yes. Contact details are only shared on mutual match.What happens after?
Mutual matches are shared after the event.Do I need anything besides Zoom?
Nope. Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi is all you need.How long are the chats?
A few minutes each — enough to get a feel for someone.---
✨ Gay speed dating from home — easy, fun, and personality matched. 🌈 ✨19 attendees