“In this time of pandemic-induced uncertainty and cultural reckoning, the future of theatre is on the brink of a seismic shift. What does it mean to be a Black A.D. — particularly in this moment? Join Kimberley Rampersad, Associate Artistic Director of the Shaw Festival, in a spirited, candid discussion
Archive for August, 2020
Arts Response Initiative / Initiative de réponse du milieu des arts (Ontario Arts Council / Conseil des arts de l’Ontario)
“The $1.6M Arts Response Initiative is an investment in the diversity and vitality of the arts across Ontario. The one-time initiative supports individual artists, ad hoc groups and collectives, and arts organizations to carry out their activities in an environment of change. This initiative encourages exploration, adaptation, and the development of
The Gathering: Online – Indigeneity and Its Representation in the Arts (Cultural Pluralism in the Arts Movement Ontario)
“A series of conversations exploring frameworks for understanding how Artists and Arts organizations are creating and working during COVID-19 Update – July 4th : We increased our event capacity and released more tickets! Cultural Pluralism in the Arts Movement Ontario (CPAMO) is launching a series of conversations exploring frameworks for
Call for Participants: Black Brilliance: 6-day, online filmmaking workshop for young Black artists
“We stand in solidarity with the call for Black liberation. In light of recent movements to address police brutality and anti-Black racism across the world, we’ve been looking at how to do our part. BLACK BRILLIANCE will be a 6-day online filmmaking workshop for young Black artists to create an original
Call for Applications: FUTURES/forward – A National Community-Engaged Arts Mentorship Program
“→ Are you an early to mid-career community-engaged artist who would benefit from the support of a senior community-engaged, art for social change (ASC) artist? Are you passionate about climate justice?→ Are you a seasoned community-engaged artist interested in sharing your gifts of experience and wisdom with those newer to
20th Yukon Riverside Arts Festival (August 13-16 & online)
“The Klondike Institute of Art & Culture celebrates the 20th Annual Yukon Riverside Arts Festival on the weekend of August 15 – 16, 2020. Due to the current public health situation, this year’s festival will not be a conventional gathering and will not feature the usual artist demonstrations or main festival
Volunteer Opportunity: Join the Empathy Squad! (FiXT POiNT)
“Gather Oral Histories To Foster Empathy And Build Your Podcasting Skills. Check out www.empathysquad.ca to see our work so far! Volunteer Opportunity (Future Leaders Age 18-30) Volunteer for the Empathy Squad to make a difference in your community through the power of storytelling. In the midst of global upheaval, isolation,
Call for Applications: Toronto Artscape Foundation Launchpad Bursaries
Call for Applications for Toronto Artscape Foundation Launchpad Bursaries now open! As part of the Together for Artists initiative, Toronto Artscape Foundation has released a new call for applications for the 6-month Launchpad Bursary program to support creatives in need. Fashion designers, jewellers, woodworkers, digital and electronic artists, and more
CultureShock Virtual Community Arts Festival (Aug 5 -7)
Panel Discussion, Talent Show, Pop-Up Performances, Giveaways and more! For more details, please visit: www.urbanartstoronto.org -from UrbanArts
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