The Community Arts Council of Vancouver is holding a series of events to celebrate the Past, Present and Future of Community Arts in Vancouver.
As a part of this program, they have conducted a short survey on the state of the community arts in Vancouver today.
Read MoreARE YOU READY FOR CULTURE DAYS?
There's a ton of activities and events happening in and around Metro Vancouver during this weekend's Culture Days, September 30 and October 1 & 2, and you can find out most of the details at the BC Culture Days website.
Here are four special activities and opportunities we know you won't want to miss:
Read MoreJoin Minister of Community, Sport & Culture Ida Chong, Minister of Jobs, Tourism & Innovations Pat Bell and BC Culture Days Task Force chair Lucille Pacey for a Culture Days launch breakfast, hosted by Vancouver AM Tourism Association.
Breakfast is Friday, September 30 at 7 a.m. (registration begins at 6:45 a.m.) at the Vancouver Convention Centre West.
The cost is $35 for Vancouver AM members and $50 for non-members (HST included).
Read MoreA galaxy of renowned dancers, singers and musicians will be appearing in a free public gala celebrating the life and career of a legendary Vancouver impresario.
David Y.H. Lui - A Celebration, takes place at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 23 at the Vancouver Playhouse.
Read MoreA C H A N G E O F D A T E: The date of the Mayor's Arts Awards has been changed in order to accommodate the opening night festivities of the Vancouver International Film Festival. The Awards will now take place Thursday, October 6. The venue and other details remain the same.
Read MoreThe Board of Directors of Rumble Productions has announced the departure of Craig Hall, artistic producer, in January 2012.
Craig has been with Rumble since 2006. Craig is leaving to take on a new challenge as Artistic Director of Vertigo Theatre in Calgary, Alberta. He will move into his new position on July 1, 2012.
Of his tenure at Rumble, he said, “I have had an incredible six years at Rumble and am very proud of the work we have done in that time. Our last few seasons have seen sold-out houses and visits to cities across Canada and into the United States.
Read MoreNoted poet and novelist George Bowering, in a letter to Lieutenant Governor Steven Point, points out that arts and culture were not represented in this year's Order of British Columbia honours:
Your Honour;
I am writing to convey my concerns about this year’s list of recipients of the Order of British Columbia.
Read MoreThe Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services yesterday announced its plans for conducting province-wide budget consultations. Public hearings will begin on September 15, 2011 once the Budget 2012 Consultation Paper has been received by the all-party Committee.
“We encourage interested individuals and organizations to take part in this important process,” said Committee Chair Rob Howard. “The budget consultations provide an excellent opportunity for the public to express their views regarding next year’s provincial budget.”
Read MoreBetween October 2011 and June 2013, several prominent artists and educators will share their experiences and address the topic "Arts Matter" as part of the Arts Matter Lecture Series presented by Langley Fine Arts School, SFU’s Faculty of Education and Research for Youth, Music and Education,
The Series opens with an address by noted educator Sir Ken Robinson on October 14. Sir Ken is an internationally recognized leader in the development of education, creativity and innovation.
Read MoreThe next deadline for the City of Vancouver Cultural Grants program (Operating, Theatre Rental, and Project Assistance) is Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 4:30 pm.
More information will be provided later in September, including dates for upcoming information sessions to learn more about the programs and how to obtain application forms.
Information about the programs can be found here:
Read MoreDreams do come true, and with a help from Vancouver Tap Dance Society (VTDS) board and members, Building Steering Committee, staff, friends, a business community that trusted enough to believe in the dream, the Vancouver Tap Dance Society is bursting with pride to declare: “There’s no place like home.”
Seven months ago they found themselves at a crossroads. The building, at 2775 East Hastings Street, that had been their home for 12 years was up for sale.
Read MoreThe next deadline for the City of Vancouver Cultural Grants program (Operating, Theatre Rental, and Project Assistance) is Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 4:30 pm.
Pencil this into your calendars!
More information will be provided in September, including dates for upcoming information sessions to learn more about the programs and how to obtain application forms.
Information about the programs can be found here:
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