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2016/17 PROGRAM GUIDE DANCE, THEATRE, VISUAL, APPLIED, AND MEDIA ARTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WELCOME! WE’RE SO GLAD YOU’RE HERE! Dear Arts Umbrella Families and Friends, Thank you so much for joining us at Arts Umbrella! Look around and you’ll find you’re in good company. You are part of a community that inspires creativity in young lives. Since 1979, Arts Umbrella has helped more than half a million young people explore their potential through the arts. Our visual and performing arts programs cultivate young artists, but ultimately what we do is cultivate an environment where kids can begin a lifelong creative journey. We find that when young people develop a love for the arts, they see benefits in many aspects of their lives. They acquire the skills to become innovative thinkers, the vision to become emerging designers, and the entrepreneurial tools to become leaders in the business world. As a non-profit organization, our programs happen thanks to a great amount of support. About half our program funding comes from our community—from corporate sponsors, individuals, families, foundations, governments, special event attendees, in-kind supporters, and more. Together with you, we represent an incredible community that believes creativity matters and that all kids need access to high-quality arts programs. And when we say need, we mean that young people truly need the arts in their lives so they can do better in school, stay in school longer, and be more connected with their communities. At Arts Umbrella, making the arts accessible means we serve more than 20,000 young artists each year. More than 11,000 of those students access arts classes through our free community programs, even more benefit from bursaries and scholarships, and a further 10,000 young audience members join us for school performances. Arts Umbrella makes a difference today, but we believe our programs will have an even greater impact in the future—helping to nurture creativity, innovation, and a positive sense of community in the next generation. Thank you for joining us, and for ensuring that Arts Umbrella continues to inspire creativity…for good. Paul Larocque, President & CEO Michael Lee, Association Board Chair CONTENTS Locations and Contacts................................2 Bursaries......................................................3 Art Camps....................................................4 Early Learning..............................................5 Community Programs..................................8 Visual, Applied & Media Arts.......................9 Visual Arts..................................................10 Applied Arts................................................12 Media Arts..................................................14 Theatre.......................................................16 Dance..........................................................21 Free Community Programs........................28 Our Supporters...........................................30 Policies.......................................................32 Important Dates.........................................33 DID YOU KNOW? Nearly 200 teaching artists bring their creativity into our classrooms, studios, and community partner locations to offer highquality arts programs for young people. JOIN US AT ARTS UMBRELLA 4 FACILITIES. MORE THAN 1000 CLASSES. ACROSS METRO VANCOUVER. Arts Umbrella inspires creativity through Theatre, Dance, and Visual Arts programs for young people at our four Metro Vancouver locations and many community spaces. We believe in the arts as a way for all kids to develop life-long skills like critical thinking, self-expression, and selfconfidence. Granville Island Q7 South Surrey Surrey Centre 1286 Cartwright St, Vancouver 604.681.5268 x0 Fax: 604.681.5285 [email protected] [email protected] 77 E 7th Ave (at Quebec), Vancouver 604.681.5268 x101 [email protected] The Shops at Morgan Crossing, N116 – 15850 26 Ave, Surrey 604.535.1127 [email protected] Park Place, 102 – 13678 100 Ave, Surrey 604.585.6996 [email protected] Two performing arts studios are home to Pre-Professional and Professional dance classes and performances. Our 3-studio facility in South Surrey’s Morgan Crossing (next to Steve Nash Sports Club) offers Visual, Media, and Performing Arts classes Wed to Sat. Arts Umbrella Surrey Centre facility is located in Park Place Towers at the King George SkyTrain Station. The studio space hosts many community programs. 12 studios. Daily classes. Arts Umbrella’s core facility is a centre of excellence with the most diverse selection of classes and programs—from preschool to post-secondary. Surrey Community Partners: BE FIRST IN LINE—REGISTRATION OPENS JUN 1, 2016! You can register in-person, by phone, or online at artsumbrella.com and click “Register Now”. If you need help, our Student Services team would love to help you choose the best class for your young artist. Some Theatre and Dance programs have specific registration requirements. See page 16 (Theatre) and page 21 (Dance) for details. Please note that not all classes are offered at every location. CONTACT OUR STUDENT SERVICES Our friendly, knowledgeable team is on hand to help with registration, class questions, and bursaries. Contact us for more about: • age and level placements • curriculum details • online registration help • class changes, transfers, and withdrawals • payments and fees • bursary applications and scholarships LEARNING NEEDS Arts Umbrella works to accommodate the learning needs of all students. Please let Student Services staff know if your child has any physical, emotional, or learning needs that we may need to be aware of, to help create the best experience for them. COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Arts Umbrella offers programs at schools, community centres, preschools, and other partner locations, across Metro Vancouver, including: Bear Creek Elementary; Beaver Creek Elementary; Bonaccord Elementary; Britannia Elementary; Britannia Out of School Care at Britannia Community Centre; Britannia Pre-School; Cedar Hills Elementary; Cougar Creek Elementary; Dr. H. N. MacCorkindale Elementary; Eagles-in-the-Sky Child Care;Focus Foundation Whytecliff Learning Centre; Grandview Terrace Daycare; Henderson Annex Elementary; Henderson Elementary; Henry Hudson Elementary; Holly Elementary; Kennedy Trail Elementary; Kiwassa Neighbourhood House; Lord Beaconsfield Elementary; Lord Roberts Elementary; Mary Jane Shannon Elementary; Mt. Pleasant Neighbourhood House Preschool; Oak Avenue Neighbourhood House Daycare; Options Bridgeview Child Care; Phil Bouvier Family Centre; Queen Alexandra Elementary; Ray-Cam Co-operative Centre; Senator Reid Elementary; Simon Cunningham Elementary; Simon Fraser Elementary; Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith Elementary; Sir Richard McBride Elementary; Sir Wilfred Grenfell Elementary; Strathcona Community Centre; Strawberry Hill Elementary; WF Davidson Elementary 2 2016/17 Program Guide BURSARIES FOR FAMILIES IN FINANCIAL NEED artsumbrella.com/bursary Rather than struggling to afford arts education, families can immerse themselves in the magic of creativity and register in tuition-based programs at a reduced rate. Last year, 349 students received more than $150,000 in bursaries—a helping hand that is only possible thanks to a community of donors. APPLY FOR A BURSARY While we love reaching so many families, even more kids could benefit from bursaries. We invite you to add to our bursary fund, and help more kids experience the arts. for a bursary that provides arts Creativity is limitless. But for many families, finances can limit access to high-quality arts programming. Arts Umbrella’s Bursary Fund helps young artists experience the freedom of creativity by providing financial support to low- and middle-income families. Based on financial need, Arts Umbrella’s Bursary Fund helps hundreds of families access the arts each year. education at a substantially A gift of: • • • • Parents and guardians can apply $150 allows a young child and a parent to share in Parent & Me: Creative Dance. $250 lets a student create an animated world in our Cartooning class. $1,000 gives 100 outreach students access to healthy snacks. $5,000 means a young dancer can attend a full year of our Pre-Professional Dance program. To learn more about funding a bursary and sharing the arts with a vulnerable child, contact Jeanne Marino at 604.681.5268 x265 or email [email protected]. Supported By: reduced rate or a nominal fee. You can find our Bursary Application Package online at artsumbrella. com/bursary. For further details or to submit an application contact Student Services: Vancouver [email protected] or 604.681.5268 x222 Surrey [email protected] or 604.535.1127 Border Gold Corporation Kinder Morgan Foundation Lagniappe Foundation Marily Mearns Pearley and Norine Brissenden Fund The Tong & Geraldine Louie Family Foundation 3 Inspiring creativity. For good.3 ART CAMPS SPRING, SUMMER, PRO-D DAYS artsumbrella.com/art-camps Creativity is a shape-shifter at our Art Camps—morphing from hip hop dancer to theatrical performer to cartoon character. Our hands-on Theatre, Music, Dance, Visual, Applied, and Media Arts classes challenge students’ curiosity and explore artistic boundaries. But we think it’ll feel more like stupendous fun than just another day at camp. PRO-D DAYS One-day programs are scheduled to match professional development dates established by the Vancouver School Board and the Surrey School District. Please check our website for current options: artsumbrella.com/pro-d-day. SPRING BREAK Ages 3–19 Registration opens Dec 1, 2016 GRANVILLE ISLAND AND SOUTH SURREY: WEEK 1: Mar 13–17, 2017 WEEK 2: Mar 20–24, 2017 SUMMER CAMPS Ages 3–19 Registration opens Mar 1, 2017 GRANVILLE ISLAND: WEEK 1: Jul 3–7, 2017 WEEK 2: Jul 10–14, 2017 WEEK 3: Jul 17–21, 2017 WEEK 4: Jul 24–28, 2017 SOUTH SURREY: WEEK 1: Jul 3–7, 2017 WEEK 2: Jul 10–14, 2017 WEEK 3: Jul 17–21, 2017 Art Camps (ages 3–12) let students get creative in our widest variety of classes—perhaps through imaginative theatre games, plein air painting, or a 35mm camera lens. Teen Art Programs (ages 13–19) feature practical, project-based classes that help students develop and enhance skills—while building and strengthening their portfolios. More about Spring Break and Summer: • Half- and full-day options available for most ages and locations • Flexible schedule options may include early dropoff, lunch supervision, and/or late pickup • Lunch hour supervision included for full-day camps (Granville Island ages 5-12, South Surrey ages 6-12) • Every week’s projects are different, whether students take one or all weeks 4 2016/17 Program Guide EARLY LEARNING artsumbrella.com/early-learning Plant the seeds of creativity! Arts Umbrella’s Early Learning classes inspire children ages 2 to 6 to explore the arts. Our youngest students discover, create, and have fun, all while taking their first steps in self-expression. You can join little ones in our early learning studios. Our Parent & Me classes introduce younger students to a learning environment while you share your love of the arts. The early years are a key point in cognitive development, a time to investigate problem-solving, nurture curiosity, and develop self-confidence. This makes an adventure in the arts—whether it’s a first dance, art, or theatre class—all the more important. LOCATION KEY GRANVILLE ISLAND, VANCOUVER QUEBEC & 7TH, VANCOUVER SOUTH SURREY SURREY CENTRE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS WESTMINSTER SAVINGS ARTS UMBRELLA ARTFUL DROP-IN Early Learning (ages 3–5) LOCATION: Drop in—make art together! Join Arts Umbrella to share in the magic of creating art. Activities include creating visual art using materials such as bright temperas or impactful pen and ink. This class is available on a drop-in basis and young artists can take home their creations. For more information contact our South Surrey location at [email protected] or 604.535.1127. Official Community Partner: Inspiring creativity. For good.5 HALF-DAY ART IMMERSION Early Learning half-day programs help children discover the fun of art in its many forms. Each Half-day Art Immersion includes a transition between classes where kids meet up and have a nut-free, shellfish-free snack before moving into the next discipline. DANCE & VISUAL ARTS NEW! VISUAL ARTS & DRAMA Early Learning (ages 3–5) Early Learning (ages 3–5) LOCATION: LOCATION: The movement of Dance meets the colours of Visual Arts in this fun learning package! Young students get artistic as they explore expressive movement, musical awareness, drawing, painting, and multimedia art techniques. Coordination, self-confidence, and focus all grow as young artists experience the magic of different artistic disciplines. Little ones use their imaginations on the stage and the sketchbook page. In Drama, kids create fantastical creatures and characters from a “tickle trunk” of costumes. In Visual Arts, young artists get handson experience in drawing, painting, and mixed media. Coordination, self-confidence, and focus all grow as instructors guide young artists through different artistic disciplines. MUSIC & DRAMA CUSTOM CLASS PACKAGES Early Learning (ages 3–5) Early Learning (ages 3–5) LOCATION: LOCATION: This unique half-day program explores the worlds of Music and Drama to grow listening skills, self-confidence, and focus! In Drama, young artists use their imaginations to become fantastical creatures and characters with the help of costume “tickle trunks.” In Music, little ones start a life-long love, exploring basics like rhythm, melody, musical form, and ensemble pieces. Singalongs, hand-held percussion instruments, and creative stories help engage budding musicians. Create your own half-day package—designed to suit your young artist’s interests! Our Early Learning schedule is designed with an Early Learning Transition to provide a supervised snack break between classes. For example, when registering, simply choose your child’s first class (ex: 9:30-10:15 AM), add an Early Learning Transition (10:15-10:30 AM), then add a second class (ex: 10:30-11:15 AM). Please provide a small, nut-free, shellfish-free snack for your child. For more information, contact Student Services at 604.681.5268 (Granville Island) or 604.535.1127 (South Surrey). VISUAL ARTS PARENT & ME: VISUAL ARTS DRAWING & PAINTING Early Learning (ages 2–3) Early Learning (ages 3-5) (ages 4-6) (ages 5-6) LOCATION: LOCATION: Grown-ups—join us in the art studio! Our classes are a supportive and fun learning environment where you share a creative journey with your young artist. Children may experiment with all kinds of engaging methods and inspiring materials such as paper, watercolours, oils, clay, and chalk pastels. This class allows students full creative freedom while also introducing the foundation of visual arts. Get colourful! Children gain confidence by exploring the foundation of visual arts and investigating painting and drawing techniques. Little ones discover a wide range of materials such as charcoals, oil pastels, temperas, chalks, and inks. Imaginative class projects follow fun artistic themes and are inspired by great artists, processes, and material applications. ART START MIXED MEDIA & SCULPTURE Early Learning (ages 3–5) Early Learning (ages 3–5) (ages 4–6) (ages 5–6) LOCATION: LOCATION: Young imaginations get their start here! Children begin to stretch their creativity and experience art on their own. This class explores art history, fueling adventures in shape, colour, and pattern. Little ones get their hands on various materials that may include watercolours, tempera paints, oil pastels, chalks, paper collages, and found objects to use in a mix of painting, drawing, and/or multimedia projects. Throughout the class, students learn to make decisions about their project and respect their classmates, instructors, and materials. Let imagination grow! Young artists create original 2-D and 3-D artworks, exploring colour, pattern, and texture—all with the goal to help develop confidence and expand creative thinking. It’s fun to use many techniques on one surface, and the studio is filled with neat tools and exciting materials that may include cardboard, pastels, wood, inks, and more. 6 2016/17 Program Guide DANCE PARENT & ME: CREATIVE DANCE CREATIVE DANCE Early Learning (ages 2–3) Early Learning (ages 3–4) (ages 4–5) (ages 5–6) LOCATION: LOCATION: Share a love of dance with your little one! Parents take part in Creative Dance too, joining in on the fun by modelling various exercises. Elements of dance are subtly introduced in an engaging way, and children learn the diversity of movement using imagery, songs, and props. Have fun and develop coordination! Group dances, percussion games, and choreography encourage kids to explore movement, express themselves, and develop focus—all providing a strong foundation for future dance. Early learners also cover basic dance vocabulary and get to know various dance genres. With the emphasis still on play, classes for ages 5–6 help prepare students for the more structured Ballet classes of General Program Level 1. PARENT & ME: CREATIVE DANCE HIP HOP Early Learning (ages 2–3) LOCATION: CREATIVE DANCE: HIP HOP STYLE Early Learning (ages 3–5) | Child (ages 6-8) Get moving to the music with your little one! Dance together and have fun through group dances, percussion games, and choreography. This fast-paced class can help develop rhythm, coordination, and focus in a fun way! LOCATION: Move to the music—Hip Hop style. Students think on their feet and dance their way through group dances, percussion games, and choreography. Energizing and fast-paced, the class develops rhythm, coordination, focus, strength, and agility—without losing the beat of fun. THEATRE & MUSIC PARENT & ME: MUSIC AND PLAY CREATIVE DRAMA Early Learning (ages 2–3) Early Learning (ages 5–6) LOCATION: LOCATION: Nurture a love of music, movement, and theatre in your little one. This fun and interactive class mixes songs, percussion, and musical stories to explore artistic expression. Introduce your child to melody and rhythm, and be in the classroom while young artists discover the relationship between their bodies and music. Also available at West Vancouver Community Centre—see page 8. DRESS-UP DRAMA Early Learning (ages 3–5) LOCATION: Children develop imagination and creativity with fun and exhilarating theatre games. Improvisation, mime, and movement are just the beginning. This class also discovers the thrill of creating characters and helps develop self-confidence through storytelling. MAKING MUSIC Early Learning (ages 4–6) LOCATION: Also available at West Vancouver Community Centre—see page 8. Stories and myths from around the world inspire journeys into the landscape of imagination. Inspiring theatre games provide a stage for kids, who become fantastical creatures and characters with the help of Arts Umbrella’s costume “tickle trunks.” This class can help grow listening skills, self-confidence, and focus. This hands-on class is a fun, interactive way to introduce music and its relationship to the body. Kids use hand-held percussion instruments to play their way through fundamentals like melody, rhythm, musical form, and ensemble collaboration. Songs, movement, and musical stories help little ones become aware of pitch, repetition, and measured time. IMAGINATION THROUGH MOVEMENT Early Learning (ages 3–5) LOCATION: Be inspired by theatrical movement! Kids learn to express themselves through imagery, improvisation, and a sense of play. Class activities may include character creation, rhythm games, and simple choreography to help promote coordination, balance, and selfconfidence. Inspiring creativity. For good.7 COMMUNITY PROGRAMS CLASSES IN YOUR SCHOOL Wondering what classes we can offer your school or neighbourhood? Here are just a few: • Creative Drama: Children develop imagination, creativity, and selfconfidence with fun and exhilarating theatre games. Improvisation, miming, and movement are just the beginning. artsumbrella.com/community-programs BRING ARTS UMBRELLA TO YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD Arts Umbrella brings creativity to schools, community centres, and daycares throughout Metro Vancouver. We hire the same enthusiastic teaching artists, use the same quality supplies, and deliver the same inspiring lessons—but all just a little closer to your home. Most often, it is a parent or teacher who is the catalyst to bringing Arts Umbrella programs into new neighbourhoods. We’d love to deliver a program near you, and give more kids the opportunity to take part in the arts. Here’s how you can help make it happen: 1 Start the momentum. Talk to other parents and find out what visual arts, theatre, or dance programming they’d like to see at your school or in your neighbourhood. 2 Chat with your school. Let teachers or school administrators know that you’d like more after-school arts programming. And that Arts Umbrella can help make Community Programs happen. 3 Connect with us at Arts Umbrella. Tell us the needs of your school. Miriam Aiken, our Director of Community Programs, will work with your school to design and launch a program. You can reach out to her with questions and ideas at [email protected] or 604.681.5268 x262. 4 The class is about to begin! Spread the word to other parents and register your family for the class. Then, enjoy having more arts education close to home, and know you’ve helped nurture creativity and essential life skills in a whole class of children. Arts Umbrella offers programs at many schools, community centres, and daycares. Some include Queen Elizabeth Annex, West Vancouver Community Centre, and Crofton House. For the latest list of community classes, visit artsumbrella.com/your-community. • Drawing & Painting: Get colourful! Young artists learn composition, design, and colour theory basics using materials such as charcoals, oil pastels, temperas, chalks, and inks. • Hip Hop: Students think on their feet and dance their way through a study of rhythm, coordination, and choreography. Energizing and fast-paced, the class develops focus, strength, and agility without losing the beat of fun. • Theatre Works: Theatre games encourage all-important selfconfidence and self-awareness. Students connect through improvisation, mask, movement, and physical characterization. Breath work helps students find and project their voices. WEST VANCOUVER COMMUNITY CENTRE Register at artsumbrella.com/westvan. DRESS-UP DRAMA CREATIVE DRAMA MUSICAL THEATRE CREATIVE DRAMA MUSICAL THEATRE Early Learning (ages 3–5) Early Learning (ages 5–6) Child (ages 6–8) Child (ages 6–8) Youth (ages 9–12) Stories and myths from around the world inspire journeys into the landscape of imagination. Inspiring theatre games provide a stage for little ones, who become fantastical creatures and characters with the help of Arts Umbrella’s costume “tickle trunks.” This class can help grow listening skills, selfconfidence, and focus. Children develop imagination, creativity, and self-confidence with fun and engaging theatre games. Improvisation, miming, and movement are just the beginning. This class also discovers the thrill of creating characters and helps develop self-confidence through storytelling. Sing, dance, act—let your inner Broadway star out on Arts Umbrella’s stage! Kids find their voice by developing the connection between their body, music, and storytelling. This musical theatre class features ensemble pieces, vocal training, choreography, and improvisation. Discovering the world of theatre can help kids develop imagination, explore teamwork, and build self-confidence. This class introduces the art form of pretending through fun theatre games, tools, and techniques that draw on improvisation, mime, and movement. Break out your singing, dancing, and acting skills in this musical theatre class. Students learn how facial expression and body posture impact performance, gain a better understanding of how the voice works, and dig into how to express lyrics musically and dramatically. Of course, there’s choreography, improvisation, and plenty of singing involved, including creating harmonies, ensemble works, solo pieces, and vocal training. 8 2016/17 Program Guide VISUAL, APPLIED & MEDIA ARTS In our Visual, Applied & Media Arts classes, young artists of all abilities learn how to develop ideas and reflect on the world around them. Their artworks take many forms: sculptures, animations, paintings, models, movies, photographs, designs, and more. You’ll also find Arts Umbrella students absorbed in advanced-level projects, scholarship programs, and public exhibitions. Dedicated and passionate artists lead all of our classes and put quality materials, tools, and programs within easy reach. The Visual, Applied & Media Arts ignite creativity—helping young artists grow confidence, sharpen problem-solving skills, and hone artistic thinking abilities to use wherever their passions lead. VISUAL ARTS Fun and inspiring, Visual Arts classes range from painting and drawing to clay sculpture and mixed media. High-quality materials—be it chalk pastels, watercolours, tempera paints, or glazes for clay—spark original 2-D and 3-D artworks. This is where artistic practice meets studio expertise, and, by positive example, our instructors encourage students to explore their potential through the fine arts. Advanced classes: Push your creative limits! Young artists intensively develop their skills in drawing, painting, sketching, and clay sculpture. Sessions are open to new and returning students. To find out more about applying and any portfolio requirements, visit artsumbrella. com/visual-arts or contact [email protected]. FALL SESSION: Portfolio deadline Jul 28, 2016 WINTER SESSION: Portfolio deadline Dec 10, 2016 SPRING SESSION: Portfolio deadline Mar 10, 2017 APPLIED ARTS Engaging and limitless, Applied Arts classes apply creativity to fashion, architecture, photography, and more. Ideas leap off the page to become everything from buildings to photographic prints as students investigate how to transform their ideas. Our teaching artists and industry professionals help spark the design innovation. MEDIA ARTS Technology is truly everywhere, and Media Arts classes give young artists a way to connect and investigate fundamental visual concepts—but use new media to drive discoveries, knowledge, and applications. Young media artists can share their stories through stopmotion animation, filmmaking, cartoons, graphic novel characters, video art, and more. Students develop important skills like critical thinking, communication, and innovation through Media Arts, so they can go on to engage with their world in original ways. LOCATION KEY GRANVILLE ISLAND, VANCOUVER QUEBEC & 7TH, VANCOUVER SOUTH SURREY SURREY CENTRE Artistic Director, Visual, Applied & Media Arts Roxanne Gagnon Roxanne has close to two decades of experience teaching her art practice to a wide range of ages. Her background includes a BFA from Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design 2001 and a BEd from UBC 2010. She has won multiple awards, including the Kathleen Elliott Memorial Scholarship, Brissenden Scholarship in Art Education, Jason Singh Memorial Award, Moving Towards Independence Award, and the Citizenship Award. Roxanne is currently involved in a variety of art classes, exhibits her own art throughout BC, and has spearheaded many collaborations for Arts Umbrella, including partnerships with Capture Photography Festival, SFU School for the Contemporary Arts, the CAG, CulturART Exchange, the Vancouver Biennale, Telus Garden, and various local galleries. Inspiring creativity. For good.9 VISUAL ARTS artsumbrella.com/visual-arts AGES 6-8 CLAY SCULPTURE MIXED MEDIA AND SCULPTURE LOCATION: LOCATION: Budding sculptors create 3-D art inspired by world cultures and contemporary artists. Kids learn the foundation of handbuilding, including techniques such as pinch pots, slab, coil construction, and the process of ceramics. And you’ll have a lasting decorative and functional piece—all work is bisque, glazed, and/or hand painted. Kids take drawing and painting further—shaping 2-D and 3-D projects with an inspiring mix of materials such as wood, fabric, paper, found objects, and more. Tempera, watercolour, pastel, chalk, and other materials may also be artistic tools in this engaging journey through the elements of art and design. DRAWING AND PAINTING WOOD, CLAY, AND PAPIER MÂCHÉ LOCATION: LOCATION: Smokey charcoals, bright temperas and chalks, oil pastels, or pen and inks—colours and textures blend beautifully in this exploration of composition, design, and colour theory. Kids create artworks that show inspiration from practicing artists, all while applying criticalthinking and problem-solving skills. A teaching artist leads the class through structured objectives. Kids apply their imaginations to create original artworks using wood, clay, papier mâché, found objects, and more as their materials. The class uses inspirational themes from art history and the big, wide world to get started—and young artists use that spark to develop design and construction skills. DRAWING, PAINTING, AND PRINTMAKING LOCATION: Young artists explore various techniques and create their own works by drawing, painting, and printmaking (such as monoprinting, caligraphs, and stencils). In this class, students experiment with various materials, from oil pastel and tempera paints to printing inks and collage. Dig into famous artists’ stories, find out about historical influences, and examine works of fine art—all while having contagiously creative fun! AGES 9-12 CLAY SCULPTURE DRAWING AND SKETCHING TECHNIQUES LOCATION: LOCATION: Draw inspiration from famous artists and create original clay sculptures! Students learn to sketch and then sculpt 3-D art. The class explores many clay hand building methods such as modelling, pinch pot, coil, and slab work. Young artists also have creative fun experimenting with different shapes, textures, and finishes. Graphite, India ink, charcoal, chalk, and oil pastel—this class helps young artists develop techniques with many kinds of media. Students produce several works of art experimenting with different styles, from traditional charcoal drawing to contemporary abstract style. Young creatives also apply foundations of art and design in their creations. DRAWING AND PAINTING MIXED MEDIA AND SCULPTURE LOCATION: LOCATION: Young artists get inspired by abstract concepts or still life, hone visual perception, and create original interpretations using materials such as charcoals, oil pastels, temperas, chalks, and inks. Students examine composition, design, colour, and art history while developing critical-thinking skills. Young artists get their hands on inspiring studio materials and tools, developing skills and technique through 2-D and 3-D design. The class explores the foundation of art such as colour, texture, and gesture through traditional techniques and experimental methods. Students get their hands on inspiring materials that may include wood, paint, clay, papier mâché, or found objects. 10 2016/17 Program Guide AGES 10-12 DRAWING AND PAINTING: ADVANCED DRAWING AND SKETCHING TECHNIQUES: ADVANCED LOCATION: LOCATION: Prerequisite: See artsumbrella.com/visual-arts for Application. Prerequisite: See artsumbrella.com/visual-arts for Application. Take creativity to a whole new level! This advanced class covers art history through different artists, art practices, and movements. Experimentation, exploration, and individual instruction all help young artists find and develop their own artistic voices. Students gain critical-thinking and problem-solving skills while deepening knowledge of materials and applications. Young artists further technique and experiment with style to develop a unique method of communicating artistic ideas. Students also learn how various well-known artists expressed themselves, examining what shaped their ideas and images. This advanced class uses many kinds of media, including drawing tools such as graphite, India ink, charcoal, and chalk pastel. AGES 13-19 CLAY SCULPTURE: ADVANCED DRAWING AND SKETCHING TECHNIQUES LOCATION: LOCATION: Prerequisite: See artsumbrella.com/visual-arts for Application. Strengthen artistic skills and build knowledge! In this class, students create artworks based on their observations and imaginations. Young artists continue working with various media, techniques, and tools, while also broadening the ability to accept and deliver feedback. Projects will be ready to become part of a portfolio. Be inspired by film, pop culture, and theatre as you heighten clay sculpture techniques. Students grow skills in hand-building, painting, and glazing, honing in on their favourite methods to express creativity. Contemporary and traditional world cultures also help spark original creations. FINE ART STUDIO DRAWING AND PAINTING LOCATION: LOCATION: Experience in a Visual or Applied Arts medium recommended. Go outside the lines. From abstracts to still lifes, this class lets students unleash creativity while investigating composition, design, colour theory, and art history. Using materials such as charcoal, oil pastel, tempera, chalk, and ink, young artists learn the art of visual perception. Students complete the class with a better understanding of perspective, line drawing, and tonality studies, plus learn the fundamentals of using acrylics and watercolours, including colourmixing, paint application, and composition. Build or expand your portfolio and be confident in what to expect in a first-year art school foundation class! Teaching artists guide you through technique experimentation based on your own creative voice. Explore concepts such as composition, portraiture, self-inquiry, and theme development, while also creating works through painting, drawing, and collage. The class begins to prepare you to submit a portfolio for post-secondary, advanced-level, or scholarship programs. DRAWING AND PAINTING: ADVANCED LOCATION: Prerequisite: See artsumbrella.com/visual-arts for Application. Break out your artistic voice! Teaching artists guide independent student research into artists and epochs that will fuel inspiration and inform original work. The class investigates the ideas of abstraction and working in a series, all while refining fundamental skills in visual art practice. The art of constructive critique is also explored and practiced. NEW! VISUAL CULTURE LOCATION: Why was Dada so radical? How was Cubism more truthful than photography? Young artists experiment with art movements and techniques inspired by art innovations and recent history. Students explore the crucial relationships between big questions and ideas, and how they continue to impact modern visual culture. Each class encourages students to find inspiration from art history and make critical connections today. VISUAL ART SUMMER INTENSIVE Teen (ages 14–19) LOCATION: Aug 8-26, 2016: A 3-week visual art intensive “Inside out: Studio, Gallery, Street” unfolds in studios at Arts Umbrella, SFU School for the Contemporary Arts, and the Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG), specifically designed for youth interested in developing their visual art practice. A stimulating and challenging experience for young artists committed to experimentation in their art making in a supportive studio environment. Youth have the opportunity to work with leading artists, curators, and educators in Vancouver as they explore a range of contemporary art practices such as the creation of site-specific installations, large-scale collaborative sculptures, and exhibition making. Three weeks of intensive effort result in a one-day exhibition at the CAG. artsumbrella.com/vasi Inspiring creativity. For good.11 APPLIED ARTS artsumbrella.com/applied-arts AGES 6-8 ARCHITECTURE: MAKING AND MEANING LOCATION: Get building! This class introduces young artists to the fundamental design elements of architecture. Kids explore and create with 2-D drawing and 3-D model making, using materials such as cardboard, recycled items, and wood. This is way beyond blanket forts! AGES 9-12 ARCHITECTURE: DIGITAL SPACES AND PLACES ARCHITECTURE: DRAWING AND MODEL MAKING LOCATION: LOCATION: See the sculptural side of buildings. Students develop digital skills using our Mac computers, learning to navigate space in 3-D modelling software such as SketchUp. From viewing famous architecture to sketching floor plans, this class covers a lot of square footage. Take your ideas from paper to 3-D! This class explores the architectural design process, involving elements of form, line, shape, colour, space, texture, balance, and composition. Students use inspiring materials to explore the crucial relationship between architectural drawing and model making. AGES 10-12 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOGRAPHY: FOUNDATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Basic camera understanding recommended. 35mm cameras, film, and a fully-equipped darkroom are included. Learn to capture, create, and manipulate digital images. This class introduces digital photography, using manual features such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance to better understand the equipment. Students use composition techniques to build images—all while practicing their own artistic expression. Take a class in a real darkroom! This class develops technical skills with a 35mm analog camera. You learn about photography history and the evolution of still images. Field trips explore Granville Island to gather ideas, inspiration, and images. FASHION ILLUSTRATION LOCATION: Find your style! Experiment with fashion illustration while talking style and aesthetics. Students develop a croquis (figure fashion template) through investigations in trend forecasting, visual communications, and illustration concepts. The class shapes skills in depicting materials and figures, providing a foundation for further fashion classes. 12 2016/17 Program Guide AGES 13-19 ARCHITECTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN PHOTOGRAPHY: FOUNDATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Ready to save the world? This class explores the relationship between architecture, urban design, and the environment—introducing environmental design basics such as energy conservation, water management, sustainable landscapes, car-culture critique, and sustainable rating systems. Students complete individual model making projects, while larger-scale group work brings theories and information to life. 35mm cameras, film, and a fully-equipped darkroom are included. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATION: LOCATION: 35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped darkroom are included. Basic camera understanding recommended. Grab a 35mm analog camera! This class begins with the basics of black-and-white photography, providing a darkroom and the knowhow for developing film and creating original prints. During the session, you learn about lens selection, exposure, depth-of-field, composition, and presentation. Compose, capture, and create digital images! Get more out of your digital camera by exploring manual functions such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. Field trips and photo critiques help you build skills and further develop your artistic voice. FASHION ILLUSTRATION Get creative in a real darkroom! Students develop technical skills with a 35mm analog camera. The class covers photography history and the evolution of still images, and also takes field trips to gather images and inspiration. PHOTOGRAPHY: IMAGE MAKING PHOTOGRAPHY: PROJECTS AND PORTFOLIO LOCATION: LOCATION: Find your style by exploring fashion illustration! Students develop a croquis (figure fashion template) while investigating trend forecasting, visual communications, and illustration concepts. Young designers learn how to depict materials and figures, giving a deeper appreciation for pursuing further studies in fashion. Prerequisite: Photography: Foundation or Photography: Image Making. 35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped darkroom are included. Explore both film and digital photography! Students begin or continue an artistic exploration of black-and-white photography—with a focus on shooting, developing, and creating photographic images. There’s also time to explore digital photography, including manipulating, editing, and printing in Photoshop. The class discusses students’ works and also shares other inspiring photography. TEEN SCHOLARSHIP NEW! WESTMINSTER SAVINGS TEEN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM LOCATION: Sep-Dec, 2016 Fee: Covered by full scholarship. Explore mixed media and illustration techniques, material, and applications while learning more about artistic careers. You will have the rare opportunity to work on a public, site-specific installation under Arts Umbrella mentorship. Participants with a passion for sculpture, a talent for illustration, and a commitment to their art practice will develop a strong portfolio piece for post-secondary applications. This full scholarship program concludes with a permanent, large-scale installation in Surrey Centre. For more information, visit artsumbrella.com/ws-scholarship. Official Community Partner: Inspiring creativity. For good.13 MEDIA ARTS artsumbrella.com/media-arts Supported By: AGES 6-8 CARTOONING CLAYMATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Draw real cartoons! Kids explore their creativity, bringing stories to life with their own hand-drawn cartoons and a cast of favourite characters. The class covers basic forms and shapes, and explores how facial expressions help tell a bigger story. Slow it down! Frame by frame, from backgrounds to characters, kids learn claymation basics. They get a sense of movement, pace, storyboarding, props, sound, pixilation, and ‘flip-o-ramas’, while also getting their hands on Plasticine to make wild, wonderful characters. CLASSICAL ANIMATION KID TECH LOCATION: LOCATION: Get animated! Kids get into hand-drawn animation, exploring character development, learning how to move cartoon drawings, and having fun with ‘flip-o-ramas’. Topics and techniques such as movement, pace, storyboarding, and character design all have a place in this class, helping young students grow artistic confidence. Kids love developing creative ideas using art-based software. The class mashes up source material like original digital camera photos, Photo Booth shots, and Internet downloads. Then, kids record sounds to explore their new understanding of basic animation techniques. AGES 9-12 CARTOONING CLAYMATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Frame the next scene in your creative cartooning adventures! Practice hand-drawn cartooning techniques and invite your favourite characters, monsters, and dragons to the class as well. Develop characters by working with shapes, faces, expressions, and emotions; give them a voice with speech bubbles; and move them through actions or funny poses. Play with the magic of timing and create your own clay characters! Clay animation is one of the many forms of stop-motion animation, where you get hands-on with software, equipment, and Plasticine— used to mold colourful, original characters. You also learn animation basics, covering movement, pace, storyboarding, character design, props, backgrounds, and sound. CLASSICAL ANIMATION COMPUTER ANIMATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Animate your stories! In this class, you learn classical animation basics for movement, pace, storyboarding, and ‘flip-o-ramas’. Create and develop characters, shape and move props, and draw and conjure backgrounds to realize your imaginings. Creative ideas find confidence in this class as you get a feel for different animation styles, including hand-drawn, cutout, and object animation. Timing, stretch, and squash—no, it’s not gym class. Students have fun animating with tools and programs in our Mac Lab. Lessons cover topics like frame rate, timelines, and the process of frameby-frame animation. There’s plenty of artistic time, and several animation exercises lead to a 30-second final project that uses your cool new skills. 14 2016/17 Program Guide FILMMAKING AND VIDEO ART NEW MEDIA ARTS LOCATION: LOCATION: From movies to music videos, this class covers the basics of filmmaking and film genres. Learn how various elements—such as storyboarding, cameras, production planning, lighting, and editing— come together to put stories on the big screen. Students get a feel for software programs such as Photoshop, GarageBand, and iMovie HD. Go digital! This class introduces various styles of media arts, and gets you working with Mac computers and applications such as Photoshop, Photo Booth, and Illustrator. Lessons range from perspective, movement, and space to investigating how music affects motion and mood. Then, see how it all relates to social media. NEW! GRAPHIC NOVEL AND COMIC CREATION LOCATION: Create your own superheroes! Comics come to life, and students get hands-on with the graphic novel process from start to finish, including character design, script writing, drawing techniques, and composition. Then, scan and set-up the comic for print, or generate a font from hand-lettering. Blank pages are ready for your ideas. AGES 13-19 CLASSICAL ANIMATION FILMMAKING AND VIDEO ART LOCATION: LOCATION: Be a pro in the making! Advance your classical animation know-how and build on your skills in movement, pace, storyboarding, character design and development, props, backgrounds, and ‘flip-o-ramas.’ We explore hand-drawn animation styles to hone technical skills while growing artistic confidence. Showcase your storytelling! This class expands your film-genre understanding and filmmaking know-how. Students get hands on with storyboarding, cameras, production planning, lighting, scene creation, editing, and scene selection. Young filmmakers grow their skills, using software such as Photoshop, GarageBand, and iMovie HD. CLAYMATION GRAPHIC NOVEL AND COMIC CREATION LOCATION: LOCATION: Move over Wes Anderson! Deepen your knowledge of clay animation as well as other types of stopmotion animation. Bring imaginative ideas to life by molding Plasticine characters and then animating them with software and equipment. Pace, storyboarding, character design, props, backgrounds, and sound all play a part. Turn a blank page into your own graphic novel! Students create comics using tools such as pencils and brush pens. The class covers the process from start to finish, including planning, character design, script writing, drawing techniques, and composition. Then, scan and set-up the comic for print, or generate a font from hand-lettering. TEEN SCHOLARSHIP ELECTRONIC ARTS TEEN ANIMATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Pre-Professional (ages 14–19) LOCATION: 15-week program Fee: Covered by full scholarship Here’s your animation industry insider. Students in the Electronic Arts Teen Animation Scholarship Program have the opportunity to explore the gaming-industry, including a guest session with animators from Electronic Arts. The artist-instructor shares knowledge and provides project mentorship, while students explore media arts tools and technology. Participants with a passion for animation, a talent for storytelling, and commitment to the program will be able to develop a strong portfolio piece for post-secondary school application. This full scholarship program concludes with a group exhibition at Electronic Arts. Applications must include a portfolio, a letter of interest, and an artist statement. Full application details and deadlines will be available at artsumbrella.com/EA. Supported By: Inspiring creativity. For good.15 POST-SECONDARY NEW! THEATRE CONSERVATORY LOCATION: The Arts Umbrella Theatre Conservatory is a new eight-month intensive, full-time program for students who are passionate about acting as a career. Students will develop the skills, confidence, and experience they’ll need to excel at university-level theatre programs or professional opportunities. Classes include advanced movement, voice, and acting techniques, as well as one-onone audition and vocal coaching. Young actors can showcase their work with regular performance opportunities and be instrumental in launching a full-scale production with a professional guest director. The program helps young theatre artists become audition-ready by developing pieces for schools, theatres, and casting sessions. Career development is also explored through the Theatre Conservatory Sandbox—a route to uncover new avenues in theatre from writing and dramaturgy to design and construction. Please note that the Theatre Conservatory is a full-year commitment. For more information or to book an audition, contact Andy Toth, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or visit artsumbrella.com/conservatory. Supported By: Stewart Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation 16 2016/17 Program Guide THEATRE artsumbrella.com/theatre-music From tickle trunks to improv, scripts to touring performances—our Theatre classes nurture creativity from a spark into a toolbox of life skills. We see how musical theatre harmonies can foster teamwork, how learning to project your voice can build self-confidence, how imagination can be freed when not glued to a cell phone, and how leadership can be shaped in the director’s chair. Renowned local actors and theatre artists guide students through a discovery of collaboration, timing, memorization, melody, harmony, and the relationship between body and instrument. We also tackle technical aspects—from lighting and sound to costumes and makeup. Each term builds mindfulness from inward to outward. Classes focus on the awareness of self in the Fall Session, of others in the Winter Session, and of the audience and the world in the Spring. Kids and teens get to experience a wide range of performance styles, stretching from Shakespeare to on-camera acting. Be curious, be bold, and be yourself—all while growing a love of theatre and music that will last a lifetime. Supported By: LOCATION KEY GRANVILLE ISLAND, VANCOUVER QUEBEC & 7TH, VANCOUVER SOUTH SURREY SURREY CENTRE Artistic Director, Theatre & Music Paul Moniz de Sá Paul has worked as a professional actor, director, and sound designer in theatres across North America including Bard on the Beach, Touchstone Theatre, The Arts Club, The Vancouver Playhouse, Green Thumb Theatre, Manitoba Theatre Centre, and The National Arts Centre. Paul received Jessie Richardson awards for his work in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe for Pacific Theatre as well as for his work in the original production of The Overcoat. Paul’s on-camera credits include Steven Spielberg’s The BFG, Shut Eye, iZombie, The Flash, Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, Motive, Fringe, The Killing, Cold Squad, The X-Files as well as recurring roles on Stargate SG1 and Eureka. As an educator, Paul has worked with students of all ages over the past 20 years in various institutions across the Lower Mainland, including Douglas College. Paul has been the director of the Senior Theatre Troupe for more than 10 years and is very proud to be a graduate of both the Arts Umbrella Theatre Program and Studio 58. Inspiring creativity. For good. 17 AGES 6-8 CREATIVE DRAMA MUSICAL THEATRE LOCATION: LOCATION: Also available at West Vancouver Community Centre - see page 8. Also available at West Vancouver Community Centre - see page 8. Discovering the world of theatre can help kids develop imagination, explore collaboration, and build self-confidence. This class introduces the art of pretending through fun theatre games, tools, and techniques that draw on improvisation, mime, and movement. Sing, dance, act—let your inner Broadway star out on Arts Umbrella’s stage! Kids find their voice by developing the connection between the body, music, and storytelling. This musical theatre class features ensemble pieces, vocal training, choreography, as well as physical improvisation. AGES 9-12 ACTING FOR THE CAMERA THEATRE WORKS LOCATION: LOCATION: Feel comfortable and have fun on camera! Young actors hone basic auditioning techniques such as slating, hitting marks, setting the scene, and taking screen direction, all the while building selfconfidence and self-awareness. The class mixes behind-the-scene prep work with creative camera projects like developing dynamic TV characters. Improv, ice-breakers, imitations—engaging theatre games help develop creativity, self-confidence, and self-awareness. The class focuses on improvisation, breath work, masks, movement, and physical characterizations, letting students feel more emotionally and physically comfortable in their own bodies. If all the world’s a stage, and we are merely players, then let’s play together and discover how “theatre works.” MUSICAL THEATRE LOCATION: Break out your singing, dancing, and acting skills in this musical theatre class. Students learn how facial expressions and body posture impact performance, gain a better understanding of how the voice works, and explore the musical and dramatic expression of lyrics. Of course, there’s choreography, improvisation, and plenty of singing involved, including creating harmonies, ensemble works, solo pieces, and vocal training. AGES 13-19 ACTING FOR THE CAMERA THE ART OF ACTING LOCATION: LOCATION: Put yourself on tape! Young actors grow self-confidence and selfawareness through practicing cold reads, honing audition skills, and experiencing on-set simulations. Students take part in scene studies and on-camera improvisation to develop a deeper understanding of acting techniques and screen direction. Whether in front of the camera or a live audience, it all comes down to the art of acting. Young performers sharpen their instincts and discover how to make strong, consistent choices. This class touches on a variety of techniques and styles, including improv, film, and scene work. Budding actors have fun and improve rehearsal skills, all while collaborating with a like-minded cast. 18 2016/17 Program Guide YEAR-LONG INTENSIVE PROGRAMS Our Year-long Intensive Programs are a place to belong, where others share in your larger commitment to the art and craft of theatrical, oncamera, and musical performance. Your journey is a full-year commitment. From September to June you work with industry professionals to take your skills to the next level. Year-long intensives include three showcases: Winter Shorts in December and Come Together in March at Performance Works, as well as Expressions Festival in May, Arts Umbrella’s year-end festival of visual, media, and performing arts, at the Waterfront Theatre. Level placements are made in consultation with the Artistic Director. Students in the Musical Theatre and Theatre intensives will be grouped into four separate ensembles based on age, experience, and skills development—allowing each to focus on material appropriate to the group. Regular attendance for Year-long Intensives is important in preparation for further study, including our Pre-Professional Theatre Program. To apply for Theatre Year-long Intensive Programs, please contact Paul Moniz de Sá, Artistic Director, Theatre & Music, at [email protected] or visit artsumbrella.com/theatremusic. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. AGES 9-16 Prospective students of these classes must have completed at least two Sessions of Arts Umbrella Theatre training, or equivalent. YOUTH ACTING INTENSIVE Youth (ages 9-12) LOCATION: Begin to trust your actor instincts. This class will improve your rehearsal and performance skills through a variety of theatre exercises, character studies, and script work. Touch on varied acting techniques and styles including Laban, improv, film, and character creation. Learn to experiment with emotional and physical character portrayals—all while collaborating with a class of like-minded young performers. YOUTH MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Youth (ages 9-12) LOCATION: Learn to command the stage in this year-long musical theatre class. Improve your vocal technique and play with your voice’s tonal quality. Learn to match pitch, blend, and harmonize. Explore basic choreography, resonators, and breath work to better express lyrics musically and dramatically. MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Ages 11–16 LOCATION: Act, sing, dance... and learn to command the stage! Young performers discover how to match pitch, blend, and harmonize, while also exploring choreography, resonators, and breath work. Vocal techniques and the voice’s tonal quality are also a focus of this program. As levels progress and the study of musical theatre intensifies, students get more comfortable on stage—refining their skills to better express lyrics musically and dramatically. ON CAMERA INTENSIVE Ages 11–16 LOCATION: Create it and film it! Students collaborate to make an original short film to be screened at Arts Umbrella’s Winter Shorts, Come Together, or Expressions Festival. A class of like-minded young actors collaborates to take their acting to the next level. The class explores techniques on how to be in the moment, how to surprise yourself in your work, and how to audition for film and TV. Make interesting choices on camera, all while gaining the confidence to take risks. THEATRE INTENSIVE Ages 11–16 LOCATION: Places, please! Begin to trust your theatre instincts and improve your rehearsal and performance skills through a variety of theatre exercises, character studies, and script work. Students explore a variety of techniques and styles such as Laban, mime, and mask, while experimenting with breath work to help connect to and access different emotions. Young actors are empowered to make bold emotional and physical character choices. And as levels progress, you will be able to grow a wealth of tactics to use in your portrayals. Inspiring creativity. For good.19 PRE-PROFESSIONAL THEATRE PROGRAM Commit, collaborate, and excel. The Arts Umbrella Pre-Professional Theatre Program stages its intensive training in a Junior Theatre Troupe, Senior Theatre Troupe, Musical Theatre Troupe, Laboratory Theatre Troupe, and a Young Directors Program. Each full-year program is structured to offer aspiring actors and directors the space to sharpen their skills. Vocal, movement, and theatrical exercises help develop teamwork and cooperation, discipline and technique, creative expression, and individual artistry. Industry professionals help students explore their full artistic potential, whatever the venue. Many of our students have gone on to post-secondary theatre programs as well as professional acting careers across the continent. Troupe fees include class time, extra rehearsal hours, technical rehearsals, headshot sitting fee, costume fee, Troupe hoodie, and tickets for three professional productions throughout the year. Participants are chosen by audition and will be placed in the Troupe that best fits the student’s age, experience, skill, schedule, and goals. Please note that the Pre-Professional Theatre Program is a full-year commitment. For more information or to book an audition, contact Paul Moniz de Sá, Artistic Director, Theatre & Music, at pmonizdesa@ artsumbrella.com or visit artsumbrella.com/pptp. AUDITIONS AUDITIONS FOR PRE-PROFESSIONAL THEATRE PROGRAM JUN 12, 2016: First round SEP 11, 2016: Second round and callbacks Be part of our theatre family! Apply online or contact Paul Moniz de Sá, Artistic Director, Theatre & Music: [email protected] Audition packages are available online: artsumbrella.com/pptp JUNIOR THEATRE TROUPE Pre-Professional (ages 13–16) LOCATION: Put your talent on stage! Students develop on- and off-stage skills, as well as the cooperative team spirit needed to produce and perform a play. Students hone performance skills and experiment with staging elements such as lighting, sound, and set design. Troupes dedicate the Fall Session to intensive training in movement, voice, improvisation, scene studies, and script work. Winter and Spring Sessions focus on mounting a professional production to tour Metro Vancouver elementary schools. Students also showcase their work as a part of Winter Shorts and Come Together at Performance Works as well as Expressions Festival at Waterfront Theatre. Past productions include: “Story Stew: a Fairy Tale Revue” (2016), “Alice in Wonderland” (2015), “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” (2014), and “Peter Pan” (2013). MUSICAL THEATRE TROUPE Pre-Professional (ages 13–19) LOCATION: Cue the music! The Musical Theatre Troupe undergoes intensive training with professional musical theatre artists to gain valuable ensemble and solo performance experience, and make the connection between performer and audience. Polish your audition repertoire, develop your actor’s voice, and learn advanced singing, dancing, and acting techniques. You’ll perform as part of Winter Shorts and Come Together at Performance Works, and then rehearse and mount a fulllength musical as a part of Expressions Festival at Waterfront Theatre in May. Past productions have included: “The Drowsy Chaperone” (2016), “Bring It On” (2015), “Little Women” (2014), and “Pippin” (2013). SENIOR THEATRE TROUPE Pre-Professional (ages 15–19) LOCATION: Launch your acting career with intensive voice training, fine-tuned movement technique, non-verbal exercises, and professional rehearsal methods. This year-long program develops the actor’s process and stretches your abilities in finding voice and emotional connection. In Fall, students focus on process, connection to breath, and scene work. Winter and Spring immerse you in mounting a production to tour Metro Vancouver schools. Your work is on stage during Winter Shorts and Come Together at Performance Works, as well as Expressions at Waterfront Theatre. Past productions have included: “Julius Caesar” (2016), “The Martian Chronicles” (2015), “Romeo and Juliet” (2014), and “Oh What A Lovely War” (2013). YOUNG DIRECTORS PROGRAM Pre-Professional (ages 16–21) LOCATION: Go behind the scenes! Learn how to get the most out of an actor’s performance. Young Directors work alongside professional designers and a Pre-Professional Theatre Troupe Director to see what it takes to put on a show. You direct your own scene for Winter Shorts in Fall, and then assist to direct year-end shows at Waterfront Theatre. Students are accepted by application only. Acceptance is by approval. To apply, contact Paul Moniz de Sá, Artistic Director, Theatre & Music, at [email protected]. LABORATORY THEATRE TROUPE Pre-Professional (ages 13–19) LOCATION: Turn a blank page into an original script. Experiment with other likeminded theatre students to create, produce, and perform an original theatre piece to tour to Metro Vancouver schools. Similar to the work done in the other Pre-Professional Troupes, you will gain a deeper understanding of the actor’s process with a greater emphasis on creating original work and sharing knowledge. Showcase your work as a part of Winter Shorts and Come Together at Performance Works as well as Expressions Festival at Waterfront Theatre. 20 2016/17 Program Guide DANCE artsumbrella.com/dance Arts Umbrella Dance is a vanguard of researching and developing dance arts and education that is relevant and wide-reaching. Our holistic and integrative approach is unique, nurturing young dancers to achieve their full potential. Our graduates go on to perform with some of the world’s most prestigious companies; Arts Umbrella students are applauded as valuable company members for their maturity and understanding of the tenets of professional dance. Arts Umbrella’s exceptional faculty members are dance artists who have achieved great career success. Their commitment shows in each class, as they collaborate to further the level and standard of dance. Each instructor’s expertise strengthens the program foundation in Classical Ballet, Jazz, and Contemporary. Our program also uniquely offers many opportunities to perform world-class choreography, and work with local and international guest artists. Our Dance Program commits to every dancer, from first dance class through elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schooling. Unique, rigorous, and supportive, the program offers challenges to develop tools needed for success in and out of the studio. The curriculum balances physical development with emotional and intellectual growth, allowing each dancer to build confidence and fully realize his or her potential. We provide a life-changing dance education, having an impact long after graduation. Arts Umbrella Dance has fostered integrity and creativity in a generation of performers. And that growing legacy moves us forward. DANCE PROGRAM DATES Registration week for 2016/17 Program: Current students Jun 17-19, 2016 New students Jun 19, 2016 2016/17 PROGRAM: Sep 12, 2016-Jun 10, 2017 Mixed Nuts: Dec 16-18, 2016 Season Finale: May 25-27, 2017 Recital: Jun 8-11, 2017 Make-up classes: Jun 12-17, 2017 Registration week 2017/18 Program: Current students Jun 16-18, 2017 New students Jun 18, 2017 HOW TO REGISTER Early Learning registration (ages 2-6) is available online (see page 5 for classes). For all other Dance Program registration, please submit a hard-copy form in person. We recommend registering during Registration Week (see Dance Program Dates), but accept registration up to September as space is available. For more, please visit artsumbrella.com/dance. For registration and placement process details, visit artsumbrella.com/dance/admissions. Artistic Director, Dance Artemis Gordon Lauded as an artistic and pedagogical authority in dance, Artemis Gordon was named Artistic Director, Dance in 1992 after graduating from the National Ballet School’s Teacher Training Program. Since then, she has developed a program recognized internationally for producing graduates who dance in companies around the world, such as Ballet BC, Nederlands Dans Theatre I & II, Batsheva Dance Company, and many others. Artemis has toured Arts Umbrella Dance Company to Holland, Italy, Japan, New York, and Montreal, and fostered collaborations with Nederlands Dans Theatre, Yokohama Ballet, Spellbound Contemporary Dance, Joffrey Ballet School, and L’Ecole supérieure de ballet du Québec. In 2015, she secured the affiliation with Ballet BC, extending the impact of international choreographers and increasing opportunities for young dancers. Her vision extends beyond dance, preparing students with skills to navigate their lives with discipline, rigour, and innovation. AUDITIONS Audition registration opens Dec 2016. Live auditions take place in Vancouver, Toronto, and New York. Video applications are accepted for students who cannot attend live auditions. For all dates, locations, applications, visit artsumbrella.com/dance/auditions. Inspiring creativity. For good. 21 GENERAL PROGRAM This Ballet-based program teaches self-expression through dance technique fundamentals. Students learn to appreciate and enjoy movement, musicality, rhythmical awareness, and movement vocabulary. The General Program provides many avenues into explorations of dance study, including programs just for boys, programs for beginner teens, and programs for students looking to study dance recreationally. Intensive programs are also available for those who would like to pursue more rigorous training. All students have the opportunity to explore dance as artists, performers, and audience members. Entry into the General Program is based on age and academic grade. No audition is required as student advancement is made by instructor placement. Classes take place after school and on weekends. Students who wish to take their dance training to the next level may audition for the Professional Training Program as early as Grade 5. All students are required to take the full program as designed. Schedule information available upon registration. LEVELS 1-5 LEVELS 3-5 INTENSIVE PROGRAM INTRO TO DANCE Ages 6–10 (Academic Grades 1–5) Ages 8–10 (Academic Grades 3–5) Ages 10–16 (Academic Grades 5–10) Get started in dance: all levels are required to take at least one Ballet class per week. Other dance techniques such as Jazz, Character, Contemporary, Conditioning, and Cecchetti Exam Preparation are introduced as early as Level 2. Younger students attend 1 to 2 classes per week, gradually increasing to 4 to 6 classes for the higher levels. After completing Level 5, students may continue their dance education with the Teen Intensive Program (TIP) or the Professional Training Program. This program is for students wishing to take more classes per week at their appropriate age and developmental level. Admission in consultation with faculty. Once a week dance classes for teens: beginner students and dancers who want to stay involved in dance with time to pursue other activities learn movements and principles of technique, with a focus on alignment, flexibility, and strength development. Students can take 1 or 2 classes per week, after school or on weekends. Dancers in this program may transition into the General Program by instructor placement. The program includes Ballet, Jazz, Character, Contemporary, Conditioning, and Cecchetti Exam Preparation. Students attend 4 to 5 classes per week. After completing Level 5 Intensive Program, students may continue with the Teen Intensive Program or the Professional Training Program. TEEN INTENSIVE PROGRAM (TIP) Ages 11–18 (Academic Grades 6–12) Admission by audition. This program is for dancers who wish to maintain a high level of physical training in after-school and weekend classes. Dancers continue to develop, increase, and strengthen their technique and artistic expression, and those at the higher levels have the unique opportunity to work with guest choreographers and take part in performances throughout the year. The Teen Intensive Program nurtures self-confidence and self-discipline in a supportive environment. Students take 4 to 6 classes per week, over 2 to 3 days. Classes include Ballet, Jazz, Pointe Work, Contemporary, and Repertoire. 22 2016/17 Program Guide CORE SENIOR FACULTY ARTEMIS GORDON Artistic Director, Dance (page 21) MARQUITA LESTER SABRA PERRY LYNN SHEPPARD LESLEY TELFORD Senior Ballet Ballet Ballet/Contemporary Marquita trained at the National Ballet School and danced with The National Ballet of Canada, where she later returned to complete the Teacher’s Training Program. Marquita was Assistant to the Artistic Director of Alberta Ballet, and then made her indelible mark on Ballet British Columbia over a 19-year period as Ballet Mistress and Associate Director, working closely with Artistic Director John Alleyne. She has been a member of the Dance Faculty at Arts Umbrella since 2002. Sabra has performed in works by George Balanchine, Merce Cunningham, Thaddeus Davis, Ulysses Dove, Martha Graham, Nicolo Fonte, William Forsythe, Jodie Gates, Jae Man Joo, Desmond Richardson, and Juan Rodriguez. Sabra was a faculty member at Ballet Academy East in New York, a returning guest teacher at Alabama Dance Theater, and the Parksville Ballet School. She holds a BA in dance from SUNY/Empire State College in New York, and been teaching at Arts Umbrella since 2012. Company Rehearsal Director, Associate to the Artistic Director Lynn trained at the Gladys Forrester School of Dance in Toronto and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School. As a professional, Lynn danced for Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Judith Marcuse’s Repertory Dance Company of Canada, and JOE INK, where she worked with such choreographers as Twyla Tharp, Mark Morris, David Parsons, Ulysses Dove, Brian MacDonald, Ginette Laurin, Danny Ezralow, and Margo Sappington. Lynn has been teaching at Arts Umbrella for more than 20 years. Lesley most recently danced with Netherlands Dans Theater 1, where she worked with Jiri Kylian, Paul Lightfoot and Sol Leon, William Forsythe, Ohad Naharin, Johan Inger, Crystal Pite, and others. Previously, she also danced with Compañia Nacional de Danza and Les Grands Ballets Canadiens. As a choreographer, she has created for NDT 1, Ballet BC, Hubbard Street Dance Company 2, Compañia Nacional de Danza, Ballet Vorpommern, and Northwest Dance Project Launch. She has also completed a Master of Arts in Cultural Production at the University of Salzburg. BOYS ONLY Ages 6–12 (Academic Grades 1–6) Get active and have fun! This program is for any boy who loves to move, providing an introduction to the physical elements of male dance. Classes are characterized by fun, energetic, and athletic movement. Students learn appropriate dance-class conduct based on self-discipline and cooperation, as well as aspects of movement, rhythm, and musicality. Conditioning, Ballet, and Jazz techniques are introduced as early as Level 2. Students take 1 to 2 classes per week, after-school or on weekends. Boys may join the gender-mixed General Program levels at any time, where they will continue to learn movement principles in Ballet, Character, Jazz, and Contemporary techniques. Inspiring creativity. For good.23 PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM Dedication takes the stage in this challenging, world-class dance program. The Professional Training Program is designed for committed and talented dance students. Ballet-based, it demands and fosters high levels of physical strength, technique, and discipline. Higher levels are for advanced dancers seriously considering a professional dance career. In addition to regular classes, Arts Umbrella professional-level dance students are given the opportunity to work with locally, nationally, and internationally renowned guest artists. Students perform world-class choreography through participation in the Arts Umbrella Dance Company. Performances are an integral part of the program, developing a strong sense of community and ultimately a thorough understanding of their chosen art form. Entry into all elements of the Professional Training Program is by audition only. Auditions take place January through April 2017. Classes take place on weekdays, 5 days a week. Supported By: PRE-ELEMENTARY ELEMENTARY TO PRE-GRAD Ages 11–13 (Academic Grades 6–7) Ages 13–18 (Academic Grades 8–12) This after-school program introduces students to the rigour and physical demands of professional training with a main focus on Ballet. The committed student will participate in 12 to 16 hours of dance instruction a week, receiving in-depth education with an emphasis on technique, vocabulary, and style. Classes take place after-school and on weekends and include Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary, Jazz, Repertoire, and Conditioning. This advanced half-day program is for secondary students seriously considering a professional dance career. Classes take place during the day, 5 mornings or afternoons a week, up to 20 hours weekly. To complete their high school courses, students must either be homeschooled, or have their high school provide a half-day academic program for them. King George Secondary and Magee Secondary are high schools that provide a half-day Sports and Arts program (SPARTS). SPARTS offers students in Academic Grades 8–12 the opportunity to complete their academic requirements in preparation for secondary school graduation and post-secondary entrance, while allowing them to maintain a rigorous dance schedule. “I have a huge respect for Artemis Gordon and what she is doing. Arty passes on valuable concepts that go beyond technique while at the same time creating a body and studio awareness in the students that goes a long way towards creating a much healthier culture in the professional dance world.” James Kudelka, O.C. Choreographer Artistic Director, National Ballet of Canada (1996-2005) 24 2016/17 Program Guide POST SECONDARY PROGRAMS Arts Umbrella post-secondary dance programs deliver rigorous training for dedicated students working towards a professional career in dance. For years, our program has been developing intelligent and motivated dance students into strong and in-demand dance artists. Arts Umbrella graduates have been hired by critically lauded Canadian companies and cutting-edge contemporary companies around the world, as far away as the Netherlands, Italy, and Israel. These Arts Umbrella dancers are applauded as valuable company members for their maturity and understanding of the tenets of professional dance—qualities shaped in Arts Umbrella post-secondary programs. For details on the admissions and audition process, visit artsumbrella.com/dance/auditions. POST-SECONDARY PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE A DAY IN THE STUDIO • This dance program prepares students for a career in professional dance • Successful applicants will be at an advanced level • Dance training 35 to 45 hours per week, over 6 days—mainly instudio dance classes and rehearsals • Dancers can choose from two options within the same cohort: • Arts Umbrella & Vancouver Community College Dance Diploma Program—all AU studio classes with the addition of two VCC classroom courses per term • Arts Umbrella Graduate Program—only AU studio classes; Graduates do not receive a diploma or university transferable credits A typical weekday starts with a morning warm up, both guided and self-guided. After warm up, dancers take a full Ballet class with the Artistic Director or a guest instructor with a focus on classical alignment, form, and coordination. The intention of the work is to create connections between the classical techniques and how they apply to the contemporary context. Afternoons focus on repertoire or movement creation in addition to Contemporary, Jazz, and Modern techniques. This can include learning previous repertoire, preparing for community performances, working with guest choreographers on new creations, or preparing for out-of-town tours. Dancers also take part in discussions on health and nutrition as well as Conditioning classes to learn basics of anatomy and techniques to manage and prevent injuries. ALUMNI Arts Umbrella Dance alumni have gone on to dance professionally with companies all around the world, including: BALLET BC, Canada BATSHEVA DANCE COMPANY, Israel NEDERLANDS DANS THEATRE, Netherlands SIDRA BELL DANCE NEW YORK, USA DRESDEN SEMPEROPER BALLET, Germany IMPERFECT DANCERS, Italy BALLET NATIONAL THEATER MANNHEIM, Germany BJM DANSE, Canada HOFESH SHECHTER COMPANY, UK KIDD PIVOT, Canada NOORD NEDERLANDS DANS, Netherlands CEDAR LAKE CONTEMPORARY BALLET, USA PROARTE DANZA, Canada CONNY JANSSEN DANST, Netherlands TORONTO DANCE THEATRE, Canada SWEDISH NATIONAL BALLET, Sweden Inspiring creativity. For good.25 SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVES Arts Umbrella summer dance programs offer a wide range of intensives, from our week-long Junior and Teen programs to our three-week International Summer Dance Intensive. Arts Umbrella faculty join world-renowned teachers, choreographers, and repetiteurs to offer a dance experience that will lead dancers to reach their performance potential. Programs include various classes, covering everything from Ballet to Gaga, Modern to Coaching and Conditioning. For more information on all Summer Dance Intensives visit artsumbrella.com/sdi. International Summer Dance Intensive Junior Summer Dance Intensive Ages 12 and up (Academic Grade 8 and up) Ages 8–12 (Academic Grades 3–7) Audition required. Minimum 1 year of dance experience required. No audition required. Aug 8–26, 2016 | Aug 7-25, 2017 World-renowned teachers, choreographers, and repetiteurs offer a dance experience that will lead dancers to reach their performance potential. The intensive full-day, three-week program includes Ballet, Repertoire, Pointe, and Pas de Deux for advanced students, as well as Gaga, Modern, Forsythe Improvisation Technologies, Contemporary, Movement Exploration, and Coaching and Conditioning. Venue: This year, Arts Umbrella is thrilled to again be collaborating with Simon Fraser University and the School of Contemporary Arts in the use of their facilities, featuring 4 world-class studios centrally located in Downtown Vancouver. Advanced Level with Ballet BC: In collaboration with Ballet BC (Artistic Director, Emily Molnar), Arts Umbrella offers an advanced level designed for the auditioning dancer looking to develop skills for entrance into professional dance. Sample Schedule: Junior Program Ballet 9:00–10:30 AM Coaching 10:30–11:30 AM Modern 12:00–1:30 PM Repertoire 1:30–2:45 PM Movement 2:45–4:15 PM Jazz 4:30–6:00 PM Advanced Program Ballet 9:00–10:30 AM Mens’ Work 10:30–11:15 AM Pointe 11:15 AM–12:00 PM Gaga 12:30–1:45 PM Modern 2:00-3:30 PM Repertoire 3:45–6:00 PM Past repertoire: Ohad Naharin, Nacho Duato, and Sharon Eyal 26 Jul 25–29 and Aug 1-5, 2016 | Jul 24-28 and Jul 31-Aug 4, 2017 This program is one of the few intensive summer programs for younger dancers. Featuring Ballet, Modern, Repertoire, Jazz, and Hip Hop classes with special guest instructors as well as Arts Umbrella faculty, the Junior Summer Dance Intensive is a comprehensive way to prepare for classes in September. Teen Summer Dance Intensive Ages 12 and up (Academic Grade 7 and up) Aug 2–5, 2016 | Jul 31-Aug 3, 2017 This four-day program is perfect for teenage dancers who are seeking a high level of dance instruction to develop and maintain dance ability. Featuring Ballet, Modern, Repertoire, Jazz, and Hip Hop classes with special guest instructors as well as Arts Umbrella faculty, the Teen Summer Dance Intensive will develop new skills, maintain fitness and flexibility, as well as provide an inspiring and fun dance experience. Teen SDI is a comprehensive way to prepare for classes in September. Surrey Summer Dance Intensive Ages 9-12 Jul 25–29, 2016 | Jul 24-28, 2017 Featuring Ballet and Contemporary classes with Arts Umbrella Vancouver faculty, and held at Arts Umbrella South Surrey, the Surrey Summer Dance Intensive will offer exceptional instruction and lead dancers to develop new skills in preparation for September programs. 2016/17 Program Guide ARTS UMBRELLA DANCE COMPANY Members are students of the Post-secondary and Professional Training programs, as selected by the Artistic Director, Dance. Sophisticated, dedicated, and inspired, Arts Umbrella Dance Company is a Vancouverbased, pre-professional repertory company. The company includes senior and apprentice ensembles that perform new, innovative works by some of North America and Europe’s leading choreographers. “What is most extraordinary about AUDC is the roster of international choreographers that come to Vancouver to create new works on the dancers,” says Artistic Director Artemis Gordon. “This insight of the work that is being done on the international stage is rare even for most professional companies, and yet is being brought to Vancouver and presented by our company. The calibre of the performance is applauded by dance artists from around the world.” AUDC has undertaken various exchanges, tours, and collaborations in Europe, New York, Montreal, and Japan. AUDC dancers have had the opportunity to collaborate with Ballet BC, Nederlands Dans Theatre, Noord Nederlandse Dans, Joffrey Ballet School, New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble, L’Ecole superieure de ballet contemporain, and the Yokohama Ballet. AUDC has performed with companies worldwide, including NDT, and has performed an exceptional selection of repertoire, including Crystal Pite’s Singularity. Company dancers took part in the 2010 Cultural Olympiad and perform regularly in public performances, School Outreach Tours, and benefit events. To catch a performance by the young, vibrant, and thrilling dance company, see artsumbrella. com/audc for performance details. SHAPING THE FUTURE OF DANCE: ARTS UMBRELLA AND BALLET BC In May 2015, Ballet BC and Arts Umbrella turned their decade-long collaboration into a formalized alliance that aims to influence the future of dance in Vancouver and beyond. Their strengthened alliance will extend the potential impact of international choreographers and provide new opportunities for young dancers— such as Arts Umbrella Dance Company performing Medhi Walerski choreography alongside Ballet BC dancers in Program 2 (March 2016). The alliance also aims to strengthen BC’s dance community and solidify Vancouver’s growing renown as a launching point for internationally acclaimed dance performance and dance careers. “Every year I look to Arts Umbrella’s graduates when I am recruiting apprentices for Ballet BC because Arts Umbrella’s training is unique, with a well-balanced curriculum stressing the need for integrity, discipline, creativity, and emotional investment, while providing rigorous classical training as well as experience dancing in multiple styles.” Emily Molnar Artistic Director, Ballet BC Inspiring creativity. For good.27 FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS artsumbrella.com/community-programs ARTS PROGRAMS FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN AND YOUTH Arts Umbrella opens the doors for all kids to grow confidence and creativity. Our free Community Programs harness the same magic and expertise as our tuition-based classes, but bring free-of-charge programs to Metro Vancouver’s at-risk youth. We go beyond to reach children and communities in need. Our classes, workshops, and performances remove the geographic, cultural, social, and financial barriers that can prevent children and teens from accessing the arts. We partner with neighbourhoods, schools, and community centres to focus on areas demonstrating high vulnerability. This means we deliver programs where they are needed the most, to best help the children in each specific community—be it Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside or Surrey’s Newton. For many at-risk youth, our classes are a supportive outlet to explore the limitlessness of creativity. Time and again studies show that arts education matters, providing building blocks for life like criticalthinking skills, improved self-esteem, and collaboration tools. We’d love your help in sharing this mission. For more information about Arts Umbrella’s Free Community Programs, or to provide ideas about community collaboration, contact [email protected]. Supported By: We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia Lohn Foundation McCarthy Tétrault Foundation The Highbury Foundation 28 ENGAGED COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Helping kids grow creatively can take time. That’s why our engaged community programs share the arts over a session of classes. A multi-week program gives instructors and students time to work together, building trust and nurturing valuable confidence. Classes foster a safe and supportive environment for creativity to grow, helping students discover self-expression and develop essential life skills that have a lasting impact. ACT YOUR ART OUT HEAD START Theatre, Visual Arts, and Dance | Ages 6–13 Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts | Ages 3–5 Location: Various elementary schools in Surrey and Vancouver Vancouver locations: Britannia Preschool, Eagles Daycare, Grandview Terrace Childcare, Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House Preschool, Phil Bouvier Family Centre Childcare, Ray- Cam Cooperative Centre Daycares, Strathcona Community Centre Preschool & Daycare Supported By: Community Partner DANCE IT OUT Surrey locations: Oak Avenue Neighbourhood Hub Daycare, Bridgeview Child Care Centre Supported By: Dance | Ages 5–10 Location: TBA DRAMATIC FLAIR Theatre | Ages 5–10 Location: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House, Vancouver Dana & John Montalbano Martha Lou Henley The Edith Lando Charitable Foundation Supported By: “I WAS NERVOUS AT FIRST, BUT AFTER I FELT MORE CONFIDENT.” Grade 5 Student 2016/17 Program Guide ENGAGED COMMUNITY PROGRAMS continued OPEN STAGE Theatre | Ages 7–12 Location: Strathcona Community Centre & Queen Alexandra Elementary, Vancouver Supported By: WORKSHOP PROGRAMS Field trips and workshops make a big impact in young lives, giving many students their first exposure to the arts. Through our workshop community programs, Metro Vancouver classes explore thoughtprovoking topics through visual arts, media arts, and theatre. Students complete the workshops having experienced the magic of the arts and been inspired to further explore creative expression. RIO TINTO VAN GO & STAGE COACH Theatre and Visual Arts | Grades K–7 Dana & John Montalbano Pitblado Family Foundation Margaret & Gordon Davis Geyer Family Bob & Judy Hager Family Fund The Rix Family Foundation Free visual arts and theatre workshops for elementary schools throughout Metro Vancouver. Location: Various elementary schools in Metro Vancouver LIVE PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS PERFORMANCE ARTS SCHOOL TOURS Theatre and Dance | Grades K–12 Our live performances inspire on and off the stage. Students in our preprofessional Dance and Theatre programs bring engaging stories to life in school performances. Young performers visit schools throughout the year, sharing their passion for performance and helping grow enthusiasm in a new audience of young, creative minds. For details on requesting a performance email [email protected]. Supported By: Supported By: THERE’S AN ART FOR THAT Theatre and Visual Arts | Ages 13–19 Location: Focus Foundation of BC, Whytecliff Agile Learning Centre, Burnaby Supported By: HSBC ARTS UMBRELLA ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Theatre, Visual, and Media Arts | Grades 1–7 Field trips help kids tackle important environmental issues through artistic mediums such as visual arts, media arts, and theatre. WESTMINSTER SAVINGS ARTS UMBRELLA ARTFUL AFTERNOONS Visual Arts and Theatre | Age 6-19 Free-of-charge, engaging arts programming for young people living in Surrey Centre. Location: Arts Umbrella, Surrey Centre Supported By: Location: This program takes place at our Granville Island and South Surrey facilities, and serves Metro Vancouver elementary schools. Supported By: “THE COST WOULD BE PROHIBITIVE FOR MANY OF OUR FAMILIES.” Grade 1/2 Teacher 57% of Arts Umbrella students access the arts for free through workshops and engaged community programs. That’s more than 11,000 young artists each year. Inspiring creativity. For good.29 OUR SUPPORTERS FOUNDATIONS $50,000 - $99,999 artsumbrella.com/support The generous support Arts Umbrella receives from these committed donors is integral to making arts education accessible to children and youth through scholarships, bursaries, and free-of-charge community programs. Arts Umbrella extends heartfelt thanks to all donors for supporting the organization. Please consider supporting Arts Umbrella to inspire creativity for good through the arts! Humble Bundle Giving Fund of Tides Foundation CORPORATIONS $50,000 and above $20,000 - $49,999 The Christopher Foundation Community Partner $20,000- $49,999 $10,000 - $19,999 $10,000 - $19,999 Pitblado Family Foundation $5,000 - $9,999 Bob & Judy Hager Family Fund The Edith Lando Charitable Foundation $5,000 - $9,999 $1,000 - $4,999 Border Gold Corporation Dakralda Properties Hemlock Printers Lantic Moncler Canada Morgan Crossing Properties Strathallen GOVERNMENT $100,000 and above $5,000 - $9,999 GIFT-IN-KIND $20,000 - $49,999 We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia 30 Lagniappe Foundation Lohn Foundation The Rix Family Foundation Stewart Fund, held at Vancouver Foundation The Tong & Geraldine Louie Family Foundation $1,000 - $4,999 $10,000 - $19,999 $20,000 - $49,999 The Highbury Foundation Al Roadburg Foundation The Greygates Foundation Hall Family Fund at The Calgary Foundation The Hamber Foundation Kinder Morgan Foundation The KPMG Foundation McCarthy Tétrault Foundation Pearley and Norine Brissenden Fund 2016/17 Program Guide INDIVIDUALS $20,000 - $49,999 Dana & John Montalbano $10,000 - $19,999 Nina Bains Cassils & John Cassils - In memory of H. Mary Cassils Margaret & Gordon Davis Geyer Family $5,000 - $9,999 Martha Lou Henley Barry & E. Anne Macdonald Darrell & David Mindell $1,000 - $4,999 Greg Banwell Julie & James Barron Michel Belec John Bunting Heather Corsi Martine Cunliffe & Cory Grant Reston James Deacon, A Living Legacy Fund Jason Dowdeswell Salvador Ferreras Darlene & Troy Glasner Ann Goldberg Carol & Richard Henriquez Kari Henshaw Deborah Hobson Aloha C. Johnson Charlene & Terry Krepiakevich Paul Larocque Michael Lee & Christina Yan-Lee Deborah Louvier Lilli & Jerry Luking Michelle Martin Marily Mearns Kirsten Mihailides Thomas O’Shaughnessy Lucille & Russ Pacey Jamie Pitblado Jill & Hartland Price Twyla & Warren Wall Catherine Van Alstine & Michael Woods Ernest Yee ARTS UMBRELLA FOUNDATION Building a strong financial foundation ensures children will benefit from Arts Umbrella programs well into the future. Established in 1991, the Children’s Arts Umbrella Foundation (CAUF) provides financial stability through changing times, and increases Arts Umbrella’s ability to independently fund innovative programs. The CAUF manages these funds to support Arts Umbrella’s goals and ensure high quality arts education is accessible to as many children as possible, year after year. SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENTS The Ken & Anne Woods Scholarship & Bursary Fund is a donor-directed endowed fund to support Arts Umbrella bursaries and scholarships. Scholarship and/or bursary endowments have also been established in honour or in memory of the following individuals: Phyllis Ashley Stephen Denslow, established by Ingunn Kemble Jocelyn Dowdeswell Rita Eichenger Dale Mearns Jaspreet Rayat Jack Shadbolt, established by the Whist family Gary Switlo Azra Young ADDITIONAL ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP GIFTS Tim Brecht Scholarship Glenn Gilmour Memorial Scholarship Fund PROGRAM ENDOWMENTS - GENERAL Alan P. Markin ($100,000 held in trust) CAROL HENRIQUEZ LEGACY FUND This permanent endowment fund provides sustaining funds for Arts Umbrella programs. LITERACY CHAIR $1,000,000 Government of Canada BC ARTS RENAISSANCE FUND Arts Umbrella gratefully acknowledges the contribution from the BC Arts Renaissance Fund ($600,000 endowed) CORE DISCIPLINE CHAIRS $250,000 NEW INITIATIVES CHAIRS $100,000 Audain Foundation James A. Burton Chan Foundation of Canada Gordon Diamond Family Foundation Mearns Family—in memory of Dale Mearns Sandra and Mark Snider Anne and Ken Woods TEACHING FELLOWSHIPS $50,000 Darrell and David Mindell TEACHING FELLOWSHIPS $25,000 Anonymous Nina and John Cassils— in memory of H. Mary Cassils Cirque Du Soleil Margaret and Gordon Davis Wendy and Dan Jarvis Dr. Richard and Carolyn Kramer Lohn Foundation—Darlene and Robert Spevakow Jack Lutsky and Susan Mendelson Marsha and Norman Paul Trudy and Dan Pekarsky Marjorie and Art Reitmayer Pamela and David Richardson Richardson Foundation Drinda and Barry Scott Beverley and Eric Watt Mary and Peeter Wesik Laylie and Shira Gold, Peter Krivel-Zacks, Juliet Zacks, Ted Zacks—in memory of Melanie Joy Sara Gold LUCILLE PACEY LEGACY FUND Launched in March 2016 to celebrate President & CEO Lucille Pacey’s retirement from Arts Umbrella, this new fund will provide sustaining funds for student scholarships and bursaries. Province of British Columbia The Christopher Foundation Meriem Foundation—in memory of Mary Margaret Young Inspiring creativity. For good.31 ARTS UMBRELLA POLICIES PROGRAM CHANGES Instructors or program content may change at Arts Umbrella’s discretion, without notice. Information on our online registration system should be considered the most up-to-date. Some programs and classes may have specific requirements and policies. Please visit artsumbrella.com or contact Student Services at 604.681.5268 x0 for details. FEES Program fees must be paid in full upon registration. A charge of $25 will apply to returned cheques. Payment can be made by cheque, cash, VISA, American Express, or MasterCard. CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY Minimum enrollment numbers depend on studio capacity and availability of materials. In most cases, Arts Umbrella will cancel classes with 0 to 3 enrollments one to two weeks prior to start date; we will notify families via phone and email. Students from cancelled classes may be transferred to another class, including a future session, free-of-charge. Classes under minimum enrollment will run for one week plus a day before a cancellation decision. A pro-rated refund will be issued. Cancellation policies vary for some classes. Arts Umbrella will strive to provide a substitute rather than cancel a class in the event of instructor illness or family emergency. WITHDRAWALS AND TRANSFERS Please submit withdrawal and transfer requests in writing. Non-attendance or non-payment of outstanding fees does not constitute a formal withdrawal. Requests related to Vancouver-area classes may be dropped off, faxed to 604.681.5285, or e-mailed to [email protected]. For requests related to Surrey area classes, please call 604.535.1127 or email surrey@ artsumbrella.com. Fall, Winter, Spring Sessions • Withdrawals: $25 • Transfers: No fee • Deadline: 48 hours after the 2nd class 32 Year-long Program Withdrawals (Dance and Theatre): • 2 weeks before start of program: Full refund excluding non-refundable deposits • Once program has begun, before Sep 30: Arts Umbrella retains 30% • Between Oct 1 and Dec 1: Arts Umbrella retains 50% • After Dec 1: Arts Umbrella retains 100% Dance Graduate Program: A $100 administrative fee will apply to withdrawals. Arts Umbrella will refund program fees to students who withdraw (voluntarily or involuntarily) within each term as follows: • Before the First Day of Term: 100% refund (less administrative fee and deposit) • First, Second, and Third Day of Term: 80% refund (less administrative fee and nonrefundable fees) • Fourth, Fifth Day of Term: 50% refund (less administrative fee and nonrefundable fees) • After Fifth Day of Term: No refund Spring Break & Summer Programs • Withdrawals: 48 hours before start of program $50 (full-day); $25 (half-day); not accepted after the deadline. • Transfers: No fee Summer Dance Intensive • Withdrawals: 2 weeks before start of program $150; not accepted after the deadline. • Transfers: No fee ILLNESS OR INJURY A pro-rated refund may be issued outside of the above time guidelines if a written request is accompanied by a physician’s note. REMOVAL FOR CONDUCT Arts Umbrella reserves the right to remove any student or parent who fails to comply with its rules and regulations, or who engages in any activity deemed contrary to the Student Code of Conduct. In such an event, Arts Umbrella will be owed the fees for the complete session. Bursary recipients will be asked to reimburse the full value of any bursaries used toward their current registration. AGE Students enrolled in session-based programs must be the age of the specific class by session start date. Under-age enrollment requests may be accommodated if the student turns the appropriate age within three weeks of the program start date. Students enrolled in year-long programs must be the age of the class as of Dec 31. ATTENDANCE Every child who attends a class at Arts Umbrella must be registered. Instructors do not have the ability to register students. Attendance is taken at the beginning of each class and unregistered students will be directed to Student Services. No refund or make up class is available for students who miss class. PARENT PICK-UP Arts Umbrella is not responsible for students before, after, or between classes. Parents/ guardians who are late picking up students will be charged a fee of $10 per 15 minutes. Repeated lateness may lead to discharge from the class with no refund. FIELD TRIPS Instructors may lead supervised excursions during class time. Parental permission for these excursions is required at time of registration. Student Services staff are informed as to location and times of all excursions by instructors before leaving the building. LANGUAGE For safety reasons, all students must have a comprehensive understanding of English before attending classes. MEDICAL/LEARNING NEEDS Arts Umbrella works to accommodate the needs of all students. Parents/guardians are asked to inform Arts Umbrella at the time of registration of any allergies, or physical, emotional, or learning needs that we may need to be aware of in order to help create the best learning experience for all students. ADVERTISING AND PUBLICITY Pending parental permission, Arts Umbrella reserves the right to photograph and film students and their work for advertising and publicity purposes. Arts Umbrella reserves the right to use student artwork for exhibition at no charge. Parental permission is requested at time of registration. 2016/17 Program Guide IMPORTANT DATES 2016-2017 WHEN TO REGISTER FALL, WINTER, AND SPRING SESSIONS: Registration opens Jun 1, 2016 SPRING BREAK: Registration opens Dec 1, 2016 SUMMER PROGRAMS: Registration opens Mar 1, 2017 FALL, WINTER, SPRING Registration opens Jun 1, 2016 You may register for Fall, Winter, and Spring Sessions at once to ensure space in a class. FALL SESSION: 12 weeks, Sep 17–Dec 9, 2016 WINTER SESSION: 9 weeks, Jan 7–Mar 10, 2017 SPRING SESSION: 11 weeks, Apr 1–Jun 16, 2017 YEAR-LONG PROGRAMS: Year-long theatre programs have different dates. See website or ask Student Services for details. DANCE PROGRAM: Sep 12–Dec 10, 2016 Jan 2–Jun 10, 2017 Registration for 2017-2018: Returning students Jun 16-18, 2017; New students Jun 18, 2017 VISUAL ARTS ADVANCED CLASSES FALL: Portfolio deadline Jul 28, 2016 WINTER:Portfolio deadline Dec 10, 2016 SPRING:Portfolio deadline Mar 10, 2017 SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS Registration opens Dec 1, 2016 GRANVILLE ISLAND AND SOUTH SURREY WEEK 1: Mar 13–17, 2017 WEEK 2: Mar 20–24, 2017 SUMMER PROGRAMS Registration opens Mar 1, 2017 CONTACT STUDENT SERVICES VANCOUVER 604.681.5268 x0 Fax: 604.681.5285 [email protected] [email protected] Registration Specialist, Student Services 604.681.5268 x200 Coordinator, Student Services 604.681.5268 x222 GRANVILLE ISLAND WEEK 1: Jul 3–7, 2017 WEEK 2: Jul 10–14, 2017 WEEK 3: Jul 17–21, 2017 WEEK 4: Jul 24–28, 2017 SOUTH SURREY WEEK 1: Jul 3–7, 2017 WEEK 2: Jul 10–14, 2017 WEEK 3: Jul 17–21, 2017 SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVES (SDIs) INTERNATIONAL SDI: Aug 7–25, 2017 JUNIOR SDI: Jul 24–28 and Jul 31–Aug 4, 2017 TEEN SDI: Jul 31–Aug 3, 2017 ARTS UMBRELLA CLOSURES No classes or programs take place on the following days, unless otherwise noted for specific programs. LABOUR DAY: Mon Sep 5, 2016 THANKSGIVING: Mon Oct 10, 2016 REMEMBRANCE DAY: Fri Nov 11, 2016 WINTER BREAK: Sun Dec 25, 2016– Sun Jan 1, 2017 FAMILY DAY: Mon Feb 13, 2017 EASTER WEEKEND: Fri Apr 14, 2017– Mon Apr 17, 2017 VICTORIA DAY: Mon May 22, 2017 CANADA DAY: Fri Jun 30, 2017 BC DAY: Mon Aug 7, 2017 In times of extreme weather, Arts Umbrella’s closure procedure aligns with that of the local public school district. In the event public schools are closed due to weather conditions, Arts Umbrella classes are also cancelled. Please check local radio, television, and school board websites for school closures. SOUTH SURREY 604.535.1127 [email protected] ARTS UMBRELLA INVITATIONAL Jun 27, 2016 Individual:$350 Foursome:$1400 Dinner only: $100 The 19th annual Arts Umbrella Invitational, recognized as one of Vancouver’s premier charity golf tournaments, will take place at an exciting new location, Point Grey Golf & Country Club. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Arts Umbrella Foundation— creating sustainability for Arts Umbrella’s future. artsumbrella.com/golf Tournament Partner: SPLASH Oct 15, 2016 Bursary ticket: Gala ticket: $500 $300 Join us for Splash—a fine art auction of exceptional curated works from some of Canada’s most prominent artists and artisans. The magical tents surrounding Granville Island’s Performance Works host the 34th annual event, where accessible children’s arts education is at the heart of it all. Funds raised at Splash help ensure thousands of kids have access to high-quality arts programs. artsumbrella.com/splash Presented By: FOR MORE SIGNATURE EVENT DETAILS To learn more, please contact the Coordinator, Special Events at 604.681.5268 x223 or email [email protected]. Inspiring creativity. For good.33 ARTS UMBRELLA GRANVILLE ISLAND: Q7: SOUTH SURREY: SURREY CENTRE: 1286 Cartwright St, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R8 77 East 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1M4 The Shops at Morgan Crossing, N116-15850 26 Ave, South Surrey, BC V3Z 2N6 Park Place Central Surrey, 102-13678 100 Ave, Surrey, BC V3T 1H9 artsumbrella.com T: 604.681.5268 T: 604.681.5268 x101 T: 604.535.1127 T: 604.585.6996 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]