April 2020
Dance Blitz
Come celebrate International Dance Day with Mile Zero Dance! Dance Blitz is an event that exalts the short dance piece. Originally the event was planned as a live event in Edmonton’s historic Chez Pierre Cabaret. In spite of the mass self-isolation happening across the world, dancers will continue to perform…
Find out more »May 2020
CDA Gathering Together: Cross-Country Check-Ins (Individual Artists)
Gathering Together: Upcoming Meetings May 13 & 27 These are open cross-country check-ins with the dance community with guest speakers and time for questions. These meetings are open to anyone who wants to join. Register before 12:30PM EDT on the event days to receive zoom log-in information. Guest speakers include…
Find out more »CDA Gathering Together: Cross-Country Check-ins (Organizations)
Gathering Together: Upcoming Meetings May 13 & 27 These are open cross-country check-ins with the dance community with guest speakers and time for questions. These meetings are open to anyone who wants to join. Register before 12:30PM EDT on the event days to receive zoom log-in information. Guest speakers include…
Find out more »June 2020
Afro Fusion With Yoofi Greene (All The Way From Ghana) – Community Workshop
This is the Afro fusion dance workshop you have all been waiting for! Ivan Touko, the Alberta Dance Alliance & La Connexional are excited to be hosting a FREE (donations encouraged) online open-level workshop with the one and only Yoofi Greene all the way from the motherland (Ghana)! Also known…
Find out more »DSW: Talking, Thinking, Dancing Body – what anti-racism, anti-colonialism, and intersectional feminism feels likes right now.
The Talking, Thinking, Dancing Body gathering encourages speaking about dance from an awareness of our bodies as well as the world it lives in. There is no practice that is outside of our bodies and its connection to the world around it. In alignment with TTDB's mandate and within the…
Find out more »CAPACOA: All Access Webinars: The Law and Live Streaming
On Friday, June 26, at 11AM, CAPACOA and the Canadian Dance Assembly are hosting a webinar on the topic of The Law and Live Streaming. As an increasing number of artists and venues are exploring digitizing their arts events, questions arise around the legal responsibilities and rights of artists, venues,…
Find out more »July 2020
Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Operating Grant Program
Operating Grant Program DEADLINE JULY 6, 2020 Results Guidelines Terms of Reference Policies Operating Grant Increase Deadline: July 6, 2020, 4:30pm MDT Applications Open: May 25, 2020 Download Guidelines as a PDF Program Overview The Operating Grant Program provides stable, predictable funding to arts organizations in Calgary. Operating Grant funds…
Find out more »Edmonton Arts Council AGM
The EAC invites you to join us for the 2020 AGM in which EAC updates will be provided and members will vote to appoint directors to the Board. The AGM will take place online. Information to join will be sent at a later date. Click here to RSVP to confirm your…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Ironic Dancing (is) the same as Dancing
All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time and space for communal movement, sharing and creative play. About this Event /////////////// What it is and Who we are: Initiated by Slow Motion Radical/Kara Bullock Led by the group (you) https://www.facebook.com/slomorad/ All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Anti-Racism Town Halls
Anti-Racism Virtual Town Halls As an organization, Calgary Arts Development has committed ourselves to bettering our systems regarding equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). To continue the conversation about the deep-seated racism that exists within our communities and systems, and how we can further develop anti-racist policies and practices governing…
Find out more »Alberta Culture Days Grant – Deadline July 16, 2020
The Alberta government will support online and small venue events held Sept. 1-30, making it easier for communities to connect safely while celebrating Alberta’s arts and culture. Now that September is designated Month of the Artist in the province, Alberta Culture Days celebrations will elevate our amazing local artists. Communities…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Ironic Dancing (is) the same as Dancing
All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time and space for communal movement, sharing and creative play. About this Event /////////////// What it is and Who we are: Initiated by Slow Motion Radical/Kara Bullock Led by the group (you) https://www.facebook.com/slomorad/ All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Evolution of the Arts in a Digital World Symposium
The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra’s Evolution of the Arts in a Digital World Symposium is coming directly to your homes and offices, with webinar-style presentations every Wednesday morning starting in September. With experts from organizations like ARUP, Gallagher & Associates, and the Edmonton Public Library, our symposium will showcase local and…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Calgary Discussion: Cultural Appreciation
CALGARY & EDMONTON DANCE COMMUNITY it’s time for us to tune-in and have this CONVERSATION - This is an invitation for Studio Owners, Promoters, Leaders, Teachers, Students & all other enthusiasts of Black Culture (Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Afro, Musical theatre and so on) We want this to be a…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Ironic Dancing (is) the same as Dancing
All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time and space for communal movement, sharing and creative play. About this Event /////////////// What it is and Who we are: Initiated by Slow Motion Radical/Kara Bullock Led by the group (you) https://www.facebook.com/slomorad/ All ages and abilities encouraged to take the time…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Project Grant Program – Individuals and Collectives
Project Grant Program – Individuals and Collectives DEADLINE JULY 27, 2020 Results Guidelines Terms of Reference Policies Deadline: July 27, 2020, 4:30pm MDT Applications Open: June 1, 2020 Download Guidelines as a PDF Program Overview This program is intended to provide one-time project funding to individual artists and artistic collectives…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Anti-Racism Town Halls
Anti-Racism Virtual Town Halls As an organization, Calgary Arts Development has committed ourselves to bettering our systems regarding equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). To continue the conversation about the deep-seated racism that exists within our communities and systems, and how we can further develop anti-racist policies and practices governing…
Find out more »Kaeja d’Dance: Porch View Dances 2020 (Online!)
Traditionally, PVD pairs professional choreographers with community members to reveal stories of lives lived through original dances performed on their front porches and yards. For 2020, we have invited all of our past Porch View Dances choreographers to bring their own personal stories alive on their porches, balconies, and front…
Find out more »Canada Council: Digital Strategy Fund
In response to COVID-19’s impact on the arts, from April to July 31, 2020, the Digital Strategy Fund is inviting eligible applicants to submit proposals for short term activities that will: implement digital solutions as a strategic response to the COVID-19 crisis; demonstrate concrete and immediate benefits to the arts community;…
Find out more »Dancers’ Studio West: The Quick + Dirty Festival
Our 40th anniversary year has been full of shifts and surprises, and this time we have a surprise! Dancers’ Studio West is pleased to launch the first ever Quick + Dirty Film Festival! As a measured response to the quarantine restrictions we are living with, we have redirected the resources…
Find out more »AB Dance Relaunch: Implementing the Provincial Recommendations (Zoom® Meeting)
Community members have been sharing with us their plans for relaunching in the fall and others have been wondering what that ought to look like. We are going to open the floor for sharing ideas, pivoting strategies, anxieties, and largely clarifying how members of Alberta's dance community are implementing the…
Find out more »August 2020
Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »EAC: Public Art Call: Request for Qualifications – Stadium LRT Station
The following public art competition is held in accordance with the City of Edmonton policy "Percent for Art to Provide and Encourage Art in Public Areas" (C458C). The Stadium LRT Station public art competition is open to professional artists and artist teams/ collectives who reside in Canada. Artists with a…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Kaeja d’Dance: Porch View Dances 2020 (Online!)
This year we supported a record-breaking number of choreographers who had the chance to tell their own stories in 1 of 17 dance films! Choreographers commissioned for PVD 2020 - Online: Kate Alton, Julia Aplin, Nova Bhattacharya, Barbara Bourget & Jay Hirabayashi, Michael Caldwell & Louis Laberge-Côté, Peter Chin, Lauren…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Free Flow Dance: Brain-Body Connection
Dancer: Karla Kloble. Professional and emerging dancers are welcome to attend the online zoom platform based Brain-Body Connection Professional Development Series hosted by Free Flow Dance Theatre free of charge. If you would like and can afford to make a donation to support the future of the company please do!…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Financial Wellness: Online Info Meeting
Financial Wellness: Online Information Meeting in partnership with Dancer Transition Resource Centre ( DTRC) Financial health is a top concern for the dance community right now. Topics for discussion include: how to plan and manage cash flow, how to determine expenses, how to cut expenses, when to consider debt,…
Find out more »Vykrutas presents: Regions of Ukraine, Virtual Dance Workshops!
Take advantage of this unique virtual opportunity from anywhere in Alberta, Canada or the world!!! Dance virtually this summer with Artistic Directors and Choreographers - Vasyl Kanevets, Anna Kanevets and Vincent Rees. Immerse yourself in the unique regions of Ukrainian dance this summer. Workshops designed for ages 7-9 years |…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Anti-Racism Town Halls
Anti-Racism Virtual Town Halls As an organization, Calgary Arts Development has committed ourselves to bettering our systems regarding equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). To continue the conversation about the deep-seated racism that exists within our communities and systems, and how we can further develop anti-racist policies and practices governing…
Find out more »Workshop – Arts Participation in the Time of COVID
The Edmonton Arts Council partnered with Calgary Arts Development to begin tracking changing public attitudes towards arts participation and consumption in the period following the COVID-19 lockdown. In this session, market research firm Stone-Olafson walks you through insights into the ways in which attitudes towards the arts are changing, to…
Find out more »MZD: Devising Digital Performance:
Actors, dancers, writers, artists and creative folk of all variety welcome! All levels of experience welcome. About this Event DEVISING DIGITAL PERFORMANCE Taught by Ben Gorodetsky Thursday August 13th | 6-8:30 PM Mountain Time On Zoom By donation This 2.5 hour, practical workshop will explore tools for creating digital performance…
Find out more »Virtual Carifest (YYC)
2020 VIRTUAL CARIFEST SCHEDULE FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2020 | 6pm – 9pm We kick off Virtual Carifest with some of Calgary’s grooviest dance and fitness instructors! Tune in to our FACEBOOK LIVE to work up a sweat with this line up: FIT VIBES | 6PM | FitRev WEST AFRICAN |…
Find out more »MZD: IN LIEU: Ben Gorodetsky & Larissa Poho
photo Joanne Gervais IN LIEU: Ben Gorodetsky & Larissa Poho August 15th | 7:00 PM Mountain Time On Zoom Free, or Pay What You Will In lieu of their cancelled dance-theatre performance Biblioteka (march 2020) at Mile Zero Dance, Ben Gorodetsky and Larissa Poho present IN LIEU. FEATURING: Dolik's Clothes - 12…
Find out more »UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance. (Digital Edition)
Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre will be launching an online digital edition of their February 22, 2020 UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance. production from their website from August 16 to 31, 2020. This free digital production is meant to promote intercultural understanding by illuminating the threads of African diasporic traditions…
Find out more »What the Fund? A Guide to Applying to the EAC’s New Individual Artist Grant Programs
The Edmonton Arts Council has unveiled a new suite of supports for individual artists, with deadlines on September 15th and October 15th. To better understand your options, and how best to match your work with available funding, we encourage you to sign up for this overview at grants@edmontonarts.ca.
Find out more »Free Flow Dance: PODS Livestream
Photo by Ken Greenhorn Free Flow Dance Theatre celebrates its 25th anniversary season this year. Despite the pandemic causing many changes of plans, we are very pleased to announce that we will be presenting 3 Livestreamed performances of one of our signature pieces of choreography "Pods" for you to enjoy!…
Find out more »Free Flow Dance: PODS Livestream
Photo by Ken Greenhorn Free Flow Dance Theatre celebrates its 25th anniversary season this year. Despite the pandemic causing many changes of plans, we are very pleased to announce that we will be presenting 3 Livestreamed performances of one of our signature pieces of choreography "Pods" for you to enjoy!…
Find out more »Free Flow Dance: PODS Livestream
Photo by Ken Greenhorn Free Flow Dance Theatre celebrates its 25th anniversary season this year. Despite the pandemic causing many changes of plans, we are very pleased to announce that we will be presenting 3 Livestreamed performances of one of our signature pieces of choreography "Pods" for you to enjoy!…
Find out more »ATAA: Legal Issues Regarding On-Line Delivery of Performances Webinar
Understanding common contractual provisions Ownership of copyright Protecting and exploiting copyright in original works Licensing the works of others for use in on-demand and live streams As we adjust to the restrictive measures wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic, many events and performances have abruptly migrated online. Although online delivery offers…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Anti-Racism Town Halls
Anti-Racism Virtual Town Halls As an organization, Calgary Arts Development has committed ourselves to bettering our systems regarding equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). To continue the conversation about the deep-seated racism that exists within our communities and systems, and how we can further develop anti-racist policies and practices governing…
Find out more »AB Gov: Relaunch Grant for Businesses
Starting June 29, eligible small- and medium-sized businesses, co-ops and non-profits can apply for funding so they can open their doors and get Albertans back to work. The Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant offers financial assistance to Alberta businesses, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations that faced restrictions or closures from…
Find out more »September 2020
EAC: The Edmonton Artists’ Trust Fund (EATF)
Deadline: September 1, 2020 When this date falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day. The EATF was established in 1997 by John and Barbara Poole, Edmonton Community Foundation (through a transfer of funds from the ECF's Community Fund) and the Clifford E. Lee…
Find out more »Woezo Africa Cultural Festival
Woezo Africa Music & Dance Theatre Inc. is a performing arts organization based in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 2006, Woezo Africa, meaning “welcome to the land of perfection,” highlights our organization's desire to bring the uniqueness of the African cultures to the public. With a multidisciplinary approach that blends African…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development: Resiliency Fund
Program Overview This fund will provide up to $50,000 to support initiatives which contribute to the resiliency of the arts sector through adapted approaches to their business and artistic practices. This could include partnerships or mergers, or new platforms for content delivery or community engagement all with the hopes of…
Find out more »Deadline: Calgary Arts Resilience Fund
Applications are now open for the first intake of the Resiliency Fund. Be sure to review the full guidelines and submit your application via the online grant interface before 4:30pm MDT on September 14, 2020. Learn More
Find out more »EAC: Arts Grants for Individuals and Collectives
Individual artists and their work are the foundation of our arts community. Working alone or as part of a collective, they pursue work that develops their practice, advances creative thought, contributes to an art form and provides our community with a reflection of itself. Arts Grants for Individuals and Collectives…
Find out more »Deadline: Community Initiatives Program Project-Based Grant
Alberta’s non-profit and community organizations can now apply to the Sept. 15 intake of the Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant stream, which aims to foster healthy and vibrant communities across Alberta. Funding will focus on events, festivals, programs and projects delivered in innovative and creative ways that align with public…
Find out more »GWDC: Season Launch (Virtual)
Ainsley Hillyard, Alison Kause, Alida Kendell, and Kate Stashko of Good Women Dance Collective (GWDC) invite you to celebrate the launch of their most memorable season yet! Contemporary dancer and co-founder of Montreal’s Wants&Needs Danse, Sasha Kleinplatz, will be joining GWDC’s 2020/21 season for Convergence 2021—the collective’s annual show…
Find out more »October 2020
ECF Funding: Young Edmonton Grants
Edmonton Community Foundation’s (ECF) Young Edmonton Grants (YEG) program provides local youth with funding to turn their ideas into reality. THE YEG PROGRAM GIVES FUNDING for projects initiated, led, and organized by young Edmonton and area residents. These grants range from $500-$3,000 and are available for residents between the ages…
Find out more »Equity & Access in the Arts (EAC Grant)
While artists may apply to any Edmonton Arts Council program, many face systemic, historical, cultural and/or language barriers to accessing support. The Equity & Access in the Arts program is designed to invest in a thriving and diverse arts community by supporting Edmonton-based artists and collectives from communities that face…
Find out more »Project 686KM – Calgary Exchange
Project 686km Artistic Exchange considers the distance between the creative centres of Calgary and Vancouver and offers a roadmap for creative exchange for emerging artists of colour who are living and creating in each centre. The residency offers artist driven discussions, creation, and work-in-progress showings. 2020 Vancouver and Calgary residency…
Find out more »Back Alley Antics Film Premieres on YouTube (Free Flow Dance Theatre Company)
Photo by Ken Greenhorn. Dancers: Laura Turnbull, Ilaria Zuzak. Free Flow Dance Theatre is pleased to have been able to collaborate with local Metis Filmmaker Marcel Petit and composer David Bordessa on a short film showcasing the talents of our 2020 company members and special guest poet Ryan Bradshaw. Due…
Find out more »DJD Signature Program: Fall For Dance North Festival
It's not too late to see DJD in action! DJD performed in the Fall For Dance North Festival in their Signature Program, which premiered online on Saturday, October 3, 2020. You can still watch this amazing program which features six world premieres by a diverse range of Canadian choreographers, including…
Find out more »Brain-Body Connection Professional Development Series hosted by Free Flow Dance Theatre
Professional and emerging dancers are welcome to attend the online zoom platform based Brain-Body Connection Professional Development Series hosted by Free Flow Dance Theatre free of charge. If you would like and can afford to make a donation to support the future of the company please do! Free Flow Dance…
Find out more »Calgary Arts Development Resiliency Fund
Applications are now open for the second intake of the Resiliency Fund. Be sure to submit your application before 4:30pm MDT on October 19, 2020. This fund will provide up to $50,000 to support initiatives which contribute to the resiliency of the arts sector through adapted approaches to their business and artistic…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Mile Zero Dance: The Spine Folds, Far Away (eryn tempest)
The Spine Folds, Far Away, reimagines the body as a multitudinous structure of strange matter and alien organisms: a vessel in constant transformation always on the brink of collapse. It attempts to situate the human experience in terms of its relation to dreams, sensation, and the cosmos, using space and…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Mile Zero Dance: The Spine Folds, Far Away (eryn tempest)
The Spine Folds, Far Away, reimagines the body as a multitudinous structure of strange matter and alien organisms: a vessel in constant transformation always on the brink of collapse. It attempts to situate the human experience in terms of its relation to dreams, sensation, and the cosmos, using space and…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Crossed Wires Cabaret: Call for Submissions
Is there something you want to try that connects live and virtual audiences at the same time? Do you want to experiment with financial and production support from the Edmonton Fringe and Amoris Projects teams? No idea is too big or small. Selected artists will receive $1500, production mentorship &…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »AUDA Executive Director
Since 1983, the Alberta Ukrainian Dance Association (AUDA) has been providing resources, hosting workshops, promoting dance as a healthy extra-curricular activity for children, and has had a large impact in shaping the Ukrainian Dance community in Alberta to what it is today. The Ukrainian Dance community in Alberta has grown…
Find out more »AUDA Program Manager
Since 1983, the Alberta Ukrainian Dance Association (AUDA) has been providing resources, hosting workshops, promoting dance as a healthy extra-curricular activity for children, and has had a large impact in shaping the Ukrainian Dance community in Alberta to what it is today. The Ukrainian Dance community in Alberta has grown…
Find out more »Brain-Body Connection Professional Development Series hosted by Free Flow Dance Theatre
Professional and emerging dancers are welcome to attend the online zoom platform based Brain-Body Connection Professional Development Series hosted by Free Flow Dance Theatre free of charge. If you would like and can afford to make a donation to support the future of the company please do! Free Flow Dance…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »Current Conditions Talk # 3: Place and the Body, Geography and Gesture | The New Flamenco Scene in Spain and Canada
Rosanna Terracciano experiments within and around the boundaries of flamenco, dance, contemporary performance and short film, driven by an urgency to expose the vulnerable and introverted aspects of flamenco dance. Her solo performance works and short films have been presented throughout Canada and Europe, and in 2019, she collaborated with…
Find out more »Fluid All Fall launches with Dancing at Dusk – A Moment with Pina Bausch’s The Rite of Spring
Springboard Performance is thrilled to present Pina Bausch’s stunning interpretation of The Rite of Spring (1975) as part of the Fluid All Fall programming. In spring 2020, Pina Bausch’s 1975 seminal work, The Rite of Spring, was due to tour the world. Performed by a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from…
Find out more »NBS Webinar Topic 1: Dance and Mindfulness in the Classroom
Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) offers a wide range of community programs through the Lozinski Centre for Community Dance at NBS, and we are excited to host a series of FREE webinars for dance teachers interested in/delivering community programs. Topic 1: Dance and Mindfulness in the Classroom In this NBS kids webinar,…
Find out more »NBS Webinar Topic 1: Dance and Mindfulness in the Classroom
Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) offers a wide range of community programs through the Lozinski Centre for Community Dance at NBS, and we are excited to host a series of FREE webinars for dance teachers interested in/delivering community programs. Topic 1: Dance and Mindfulness in the Classroom In this NBS kids webinar,…
Find out more »Premiere Screening: PLACE/is a city written on this body?
Rosanna Terracciano experiments within and around the boundaries of flamenco, dance, contemporary performance and short film, driven by an urgency to expose the vulnerable and introverted aspects of flamenco dance. Her solo performance works and short films have been presented throughout Canada and Europe, and in 2019, she collaborated with…
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