Posts Tagged ‘community arts’
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Hey Community! We need YOUR OPINION!
The Avenue Initiative is taking one more step to beautify the Avenue and we need your help. But don’t worry, you don’t have to for volunteer for anything!
Murals will be painted on the electrical boxes that line the Ave and we would like your input as to what themes you think the murals should have. The Avenue is rich with diversity and we want to celebrate it. Help us create these murals to REFLECT YOU!
Send your ideas for themes to Jaimie at tjclem@telus.net or call 780.721.8417.
Watch for the murals to be unveiled at the Kaleido Festival in September.
Tags: beautification, community arts, murals, Revitalization
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Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Arts On The Ave is all about community revitalization through the arts. It’s a job much to big to take on alone. Often, there are other organizations doing great work alongside AOTA, and we want to help them get the word out about their great offerings, too.
Here is a program starting up in our community from Alectra Theatre. All information below has been provided by Alectra Theatre.
Alectra Theatre: “step up” programs
Stepping Stones: 8 to 12 years
Stepping Out: 13 years and up
The above programs are created specifically for children and youth both considered at risk, as well as those whose families cannot afford enhancement programs such as sports, performing arts, music etc. for their children. They are designed for constant progress in a choral speech environment where it is planned to introduce them throughout the city at as many festivals and events as possible.
The aim of the Alectra “Step up” Programs is to help children and youth build self-esteem and pride through choral speech performance. One of the biggest fears most people have is speaking in front of an audience. Imagine, then, how much more intimidating the experience would be for children struggling with English as a second language or for young people lacking in self-esteem. These programs will give those children and young people an opportunity to alleviate their fears of public speaking, whether in school in front of their peers and teachers, or in their day to day lives: a life skill to last a lifetime.
Performing arts offers more than just the skill of performance, however. The experience of being part of a cohesive group, of working to a high standard for the audience, of hearing the applause of that audience after the bows are taken is unique. Taken as a whole, the experience instills a pride in each one of the children taking part. It gives them the beginning of a self esteem that the Alectra experience has brought for other children who have not thrived elsewhere, but found a safe haven in speech arts.
The Program
- Establishing group cohesion: the Artistic Director listens to each child speak, to determine the level of the group and the depth of theory necessary to establish proper speaking skills. The first three to four sessions will be based around getting to know one another and the strengths and weaknesses of the groups. Any class moves at the rate of its weakest member.
- The performance material: each child will get a chance to connect with the material provided: do they like it? Does it have cultural/ personal resonance to each of them? The aim is to establish one program especially for aboriginal youth with culturally appropriate material.
- The children will form a performance troupe, probably named “The Edmontonians”, performing at locations and events in and around Edmonton.
- Nutrition: snacks will be provided to aid concentration, and to help break the ice with a party-like atmosphere.
Class Structure
- Structure for both classes will be as follows, increasing in depth and intensity as they porgress:
- Opening relaxation.
- Physical (ragdoll etc.) exercises.
- Vocal warm ups and breathing exercises.
- Speech theory – how we breath etc.
- Reading of proposed pieces.
- Work on formations, spacing, entrances and exits and all staging procedures.
- Each one will take turns being the spokesperson for the group and introducing the group at performing functions.
- Working on pieces, and the formations and dramatics included in the performance of these pieces.
- The goal or “carrot” is, of course, the show.
- The group will be guided by the rules of theatre, which are universal and are an excellent guide for students and behavior.
The Artistic Director
Jacquelyn Bland-Lawrence ATCL, LTCL is the Artistic Director at Alectra Theatre Arts, as well as the local representative for Trinity Guild Hall, London, an international organization based in London, England. Trinity has an impressive world-wide reputation in all phases of the Arts, from Speech to Drama to Music.
While raising her children, Jackie initially began as a costume designer and wardrobe mistress about 40 years ago. She expanded on her interest by studying drama, theatre and speech arts with a specialty in children’s theatre. She studied drama/speech arts for many years under the tutelage of Walter Kaasa, ultimately acquiring her Licentiate status from the Trinity College of London. She is a sought after Speech Arts and Children’s drama instructor and adjudicator for Kiwanis and Rotary Festivals throughout Alberta. Jackie has also written or adapted many children and family centered plays. She has been the Artistic Director for the Alectra Theatre Arts Company since its inception in 1987.
Many students Jackie has worked with have received awards and recognition locally, provincially and nationally. They have also realized professional careers in the arts, or utilized their theatre training to further their careers in other fields.
Jackie has always been committed to ensuring that the arts should be accessible to children from all walks of life, especially those who have a passion and a desire to express themselves. She views theatre as a valuable conduit to assisting at-risk youth and children with behavioral and/or mental health issues.
Contact
Jackie Bland-Lawrence: 780.436.5493
Tags: community arts
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Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
Title: Lantern Workshop with Dylan “Toymaker” George
Location: The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse
Dylan “Toymaker” George is an artist in spaces, sounds, communities, photons, and transformations. Lantern parades, festival installations, kaleidoscopes projections, recycled material jewelry, and sculpture are some of the particular ways these ideas play out in real time.
Bonus Question: “What kinds of toys do you make?”
Answer: “Everything is a toy!”
On August 23rd and 24th, The Carrot Coffeehouse will be transformed into Dylan Toymaker’s Lantern Workshop. Youth (ages 8-17) and Adults (18+) are welcome to plaster, paint, and papier-mâché to create objects of beauty and light.
Youth (8 to 17 years) Workshop
Part One: August 23rd, 2009, from 1PM to 4PM
Part Two: August 24th, 2009 from 1PM to 4PM
Price: $8, for materials
Adult (18+) Workshop
Part One: August 23rd, 2009, from 7PM to 10PM
Part Two: August 24th, 2009 from 7PM to 10PM
Price: $12, for materials
Bring your imagination to light with Dylan Toymaker at The Carrot Coffeehouse.
REGISTER TODAY limited spaces!
Email: millie.ontheave@live.com
Phone: 780.722.3733 or 780-496-1913
Tags: community arts, Kaleido Festival, lantern workship, The Carrot
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Wednesday, September 17th, 2008
Presentation to Arts on the Ave
Mayor Stephen Mandel, together with PACE, will host an exclusive media conference to present Arts on the Ave with a cheque from the proceeds of the Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts 2008.
Saturday September 20, 2008
11:00 am at the Carrot Café
“There is coming a day when a single carrot freshly observed will set off a revolution.” ~ Paul Cezanne
The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse has sprung up amidst the arts revolution that is taking place on 118th Avenue. “Arts On The Ave” is a group of artists living and working on and around 118 Avenue.
Join us and see how the Mayor and PACE are supporting the Arts in our community through the annual “Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts”.
The Carrot located at 9531 118 Ave.
Tags: community arts, Mayor's Celebration of the Arts, Revitalization, stephen mandel, The Carrot
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Saturday, September 6th, 2008
October 25: Encaustic Painting with Lorna Kemp.
Presented at: Eastwood Community Hall
11803 86 Street
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Using irons and paint brushes, discover the time-honoured tradition of painting with wax, and enjoy the vibrant colours and textures that can be created with this technique.
Tags: community arts, encaustic, social art experience, The Carrot
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Friday, August 15th, 2008
Where and When
Saturday, August 23, 2008
10 AM – 1 PM
Always been interested in photography? Longing to liberate your inner Avedon or Karsh? Then register now for the Carrot’s Photo Scavenger Hunt.
The hunt starts at 10 AM with a short lesson on photographic technique that will include tips on exposure and composition. Teams will then disperse to search for and photograph assigned subjects, all of which are to be found within four blocks of the Carrot Café.
Individuals or teams can participate, and all ages are welcome. And you don’t need to bring your own camera — the Carrot will supply disposable cameras as well as some light refreshments.
Registration
You must register by contacting Christy Morin at
christytheatre@shaw.ca
For more information, contact Christy at 780-722-3733
Everlasting Fame
The day’s photographs will be showcased in the Carrot’s windows.
Tags: community arts, photography, Social art, social art experience, The Carrot
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Sunday, January 27th, 2008
Artist trading cards will be the second Saturday of each month (once a month only). However, for March we are meeting the first Saturday (March 1) due to the pinhole photography workshop. Workshops run from 12:30pm to 3:30pm at The Carrot (9251 118 Ave). Artist Trading Cards are miniature works of art created on 2.5 X 3.5 inch card stock or mat board. They are originals, small editions, and, most importantly, self-produced. Anybody can produce them. The idea is that you trade them with other people who produce cards at the sessions. The workshop will include samples, ideas on how to get started and some materials (but please feel free to bring some of your own to keep costs down.) To register call Becky 435-3499.
Tags: artist trading cards, collaborative art project, community, community arts, group, The Carrot
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