National Geographic - Building the Photo Ark

Registered Roots students are invited to a National Geographic Live presentation of Building the Photo Ark with photographer Joel Sartore.

National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore is on a mission to capture portraits of the world’s species before they disappear. The Photo Ark project is the largest archive of its kind with more than 9,000 images and counting. Hear about his comical mishaps, endearing encounters, and personal stories while documenting a world worth saving. 

IMPORTANT Please arrive by 10 am! We will not be able to enter the theatre until our whole group arrives, so please be considerate to others and arrive on time. The Roots group will meet inside the lobby of the Jack Singer Concert Hall, near the coat check. Tanis will have a Roots sign, please check in with her to register  (Late-comers will not be allowed to enter the theatre).  

PARKING - Please give yourself ample time to drive downtown and find parking! 

Visit https://www.theatrecalgary.com/your-visit/location-parking for detailed information on parking near Max Bell Centre. Or, consider taking Calgary Transit to get to the Theatre.  

FAQs

I have a question, who do I contact? 

Please contact Tanis (field-trip organizer and Roots HS mom)

Email: thereuters@shaw.ca 

Text or phone: (403) 686-6659 

My child is not registered with Roots, can they still attend? 

Yes, this fieldtrip is organized by Roots but is open to all homeschoolers. 

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you do not have to bring a ticket. We will have a master list with all the registration info. Individual theatre tickets will not be issued, we will be directed to our reserved seats by theatre staff.  

If I am unable to attend may I get a refund?

We're sorry but we are unable to provide refunds. But, please feel free to find another family to sell or pass along your tickets to.

Other Important Details: 

Food, beverages, gum, cell phones, cameras and any recording devices are not allowed in the theatre. Please ensure that your students are aware of this.