Nuit Blanche is a great time to explore the streets of Toronto, as spaces both public and private are re-contextualized through art by individual artists, groups, organizations, etc. Here at ArtBridges, we are most excited about the 96 community-produced projects, « created by cultural and educational institutions, neighbourhoods and individual artists, » and the ‘Nuit Talks. For more information on Scotiabank Nuit Blanche, please visit http://www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca

– Lisa, ArtBridges

« The City of Toronto today released the entire artistic program for the seventh edition of Scotiabank Nuit Blanche, taking place Saturday, September 29 from 7:03 p.m. until sunrise. This year’s lineup includes 158 art projects created by more than 500 local, national and international artists. The streets of the city will come alive with public art, for one night only.

Scotiabank Nuit Blanche is Toronto’s annual all-night celebration of contemporary art, produced by the City of Toronto in collaboration with Toronto’s arts community. Since 2006, the event has featured more than 700 official art installations, created by nearly 3,000 artists and has generated more than $100 million in economic impact for Toronto. »

« Nuit Talks
A series of free themed talks take place September 27, 28 and 29. The talks allow for candid discussion, contemplation of the creative vision and a behind-the-scenes look at the art and artists.
Discussions explore the possible extinction of contemporary art, the role of the paranormal in contemporary art and curators will share the curatorial and artistic narratives of their exhibition areas. A full list of events, speakers, locations and times is available online.

Community-produced, independent projects
The community-produced portion of Scotiabank Nuit Blanche 2012 will feature 96 projects created by cultural and educational institutions, neighbourhoods and individual artists. The projects expand the boundaries of the event and showcase the diversity of Toronto’s arts community. The Power Plant, Ryerson University, Regent Park Arts & Cultural Centre and many more organizations are hosting important projects in their unique venues. Entire neighbourhoods including Parkdale, Queen West and The Distillery District will feature multiple installations by local artists. »

-posted with permission from Sylvia Kavanagh, City of Toronto