This past year, we worked with award-winning design studio Carter Hales who took inspiration from the iconic mansard roof line of our original historic home to design the striking "A"- the centrepiece of our new logo. Their colourful palette and illustrations evoke inspiration and the warm, welcoming feeling that so many experience here. And the bold but friendly look reflects our goal to increase awareness of the arts, remove barriers to participation and invite more people to explore their creativity in meaningful ways.

Wherefore art thou Romeo?

Teen Troupe presents Shakespeare's famous love story 

Blissful Love! Family Drama! Pledges and Heartbreak! Discover Shakespeare's most famous love story Romeo and Juliet through our Summer Teen Theatre Troupe's modern, family-friendly adaptation. You'll never look at teen love in the same way again! 

BYO blanket and picnic | show goes on, rain or shine!

 

Concerts, pARTies, Family Days and more coming soon 

Our 2018/19 season of entertainment is set and we're sure you won't be disappointed! We've got lots of fun for the family as well as three classic faculty concerts.

We've also lined up six fun and fabulous food, wine and art pARTies just for adults. Teens, too, can look forward to two artful events created just for them!

These plus a whole season of fabulous artwork in our galleries and more exciting events await.

Take a look at our 2018/2019 Events, Performances and Exhibitions Guide, then mark your calendars to get engaged in art at Place des Arts - home to our arts community!

In May, our wonderful visual and fibre arts teacher Dawn Livera took a one-week break from teaching at Place des Arts to go on an inspiring weaving trip to Guatemala organized by Thread Caravan.

During the trip, she and the group she was with visited several communities near Lake Atitlan where they learned about Mayan textile practices.

They learned how to process and spin Ixcaco (naturally brown cotton) on a supported spindle in Chuacruz, spent a day dyeing cotton with local plants in San Juan La Laguna, and then each worked one-on-one with a weaving teacher to learn about backstrap weaving in San Antonio Palopo. On their last evening, they attended an embroidery workshop organized by Casa Flor, a small clothing company based in Antigua.

Dawn says, "Of course I came home with a suitcase full of beautiful, handwoven fabrics that I can bring to my weaving classes at Place des Arts to inspire my students!"

Sadly, shortly after Dawn returned home, the devastating volcanic eruption in Guatemala directly impacted the family of Casa Flor's tailor Irma, several of whom lost homes and a few who lost their lives. If you'd like more information about this, or are inspired to offer some volcano relief, Dawn encourages you to visit http://casaflordesigns.com/thoughts.

Is Your Child Coming to Summer Fun? 

Are you in grades 9 - 12 and looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities? Join our volunteer Youth Arts Council and put your passions to good use! You'll meet new people, gain experience and have fun while making important contributions to the arts in our community.

Among other responsibilities, the 2018/19 Youth Arts Council will produce and host two events specifically for teens: Teen Day on November 25 and Art After Dark on May 25.

 

We're currently seeking to attract artisans who create items such as handmade beeswax candles, stationery and greeting cards, and knitted items, particularly those made from natural fibres. Place des Arts will not be accepting prints of any kind, jewelry or ceramics.

 

Items do not necessarily need to be Christmas themed, but can be gifts that hold year-round appeal. All works are for sale and artisans set prices. Place des Arts retains 30% of the retail price. A $10 application fee applies.

 

Find out more and download the application here to submit works for jury.

 

Deadline for submission is Friday, July 27