LAST DAY TO APPLY - Holiday Arts Showcase Call

CALL FOR SUBMISSSIONS: First Holiday Arts Showcase. Deadline October 7, 2013 

The Art Gallery at the Rose Theatre

The Art Gallery is a unique exhibition space located on the upper level of the Rose Theatre in Brampton. The gallery features exhibits of original work by community and professional artists. Exhibitors benefit from exposure to theatre patrons, who have significantly higher than average household income.

Call for Submission

Visual artists are invited to submit works of art for the first Holiday Arts Showcase, where we’ll feature a variety of artists during the festive season. Your work will be showcased from November 4 to December 27, 2013. Original art and one-of-kind pieces are preferred in all media including painting, mixed media, and photography. (Good Christmas gifts)

You will benefit from:

• Exposure to cultural enthusiasts, who will be attending fourteen(14) shows held at the theatre during the showcase
• Marketing including one full page in the ODEUM magazine Nov/Dec issue and online at the Rose Theatre website
•   Affluent demographics: 
1. have disposable income for leisure & entertainment
2. 81% own their home
3. higher income than avg. household

If you’re interested in submitting works of art for consideration in this showcase, please complete by October 7, 2013:

1. the online submission form by visiting http://www.brampton.ca/EN/Arts-Culture-Tourism/Festivals-and-Events/Pages/Artist-Submission-Form.aspx.
2. upload maximum 2 images
3. upload an “information sheet” that describes each image with number; name of artist; title; date; medium; dimensions;  for sale price (in printed text form), contact info:
4. be sure the number on this list matches the number of the jpeg images
5. indicate ‘Holiday Arts Showcase’ in the notes section

Originally published on October 1, 2013 at 11:07 AM

RENTAL SPACE AVAILABLE

RENTAL SPACE AVAILABLE. Grace Place Community Resource Centre has approached the Brampton Arts Council with the possibility of renting some of their space at the Grace United Church on 156 Main St N in downtown Brampton.

Available:

Fellowship Hall, is approximately 2,500 sq f. with a tiled floor. It has a stage attached, as well as an industrial kitchen.  The stage does not have an additional storage area attached to it.  In the fall, the stage will be unavailable for a short period of time, while reconstruction work takes place in an area adjacent to it.  Planned to be air conditioned by summer 2013.

Reception Room is approximately 1,200 sq. ft., air conditioned, second floor room, with natural light and an attached kitchen and washroom.

Rainbow Room is approximately 720 sq.. ft., second floor room.  At present it has a double height ceiling.  New flooring planned to be installed by Fall 2012.  Air conditioning by summer 2013.

Hearth Room is approximately 640 sq. ft, second floor room.  Natural light on two sides.  New flooring planned to be installed by Fall 2012.  Air conditioning y summer 2013.

For further information, contact the General Manager, at 905-451-1215 or

GeneralManager@graceplace.ca

Originally published on July 16, 2012 on 3:29PM

Reublished on July 19, 2012 at 2:20PM, July 26,2012 at 1:16PM, Aug 23, 2012 at 11:03AM, Sept. 6, 2012 at 1:42 PM, January 30, 2013 at 11:26 AM, February 13, 2013 at 3:24 PM, July 29, 2013 at 10:03 AM and August 6, 2013 at 9:49 AM

Progressive Art for Progressive Kids

Registration now on for Friday night Teen Classes (13-19) starting Jan. 11/13 “Portraits from Photographs” and Saturday Kid’s Classes (8-12) starting Jan 12/13, 2-4pm “Abstract Acrylics”. Morning class is sold out! Hurry only 9 spots remaining in both classes. At Beaux-Arts Brampton www.bramptonartclasses.com info@bramptonartclasses.com

Youth Writers Club Meeting

November 28 at Four Corners Brampton Library Branch, 65 Queen St E. Open to secondary school students. This club and its monthly meetings are to inspire and enhance the writing skills of aspiring youth writers, to publish selected works, and to learn from special guest authors. www.BramptonLibrary.ca 905-793-4636. Registration required. Limited space of 20.  

Originally published on Nov 22, 2012 at 11:11 AM

Winter kick offs in Downtown Brampton

Did you get a chance to check out Downtown Brampton this past weekend? It was lit and abuzz from the Tree Lighting, Christmas Market and Santa Claus Parade! Here’s an image of Garden Square this weekend. To see the full image, click on or copy & paste: http://www.artsbrampton.ca/NF/Treelighting2012.jpg

North of 49 Trio performs

BAC member Dan McVeigh’s North of 49 Trio performs at Ivy Bridge on Oct 27 for a Halloween party with prizes for best costume. See more of his shows online at www.danmcveigh.com.

Love & Leblanc September

It's a Love & LeBlanc September in the GTA! Mark your calendars! The Acoustic Duo and BAC member will be performing at several venues. You can join them for an intimate evening on Saturday, September 15, 7:30 PM at Mt. Vesuvio's Ristorante, 91 George St.S. Brampton, ON. Reservations recommended. (905) 459 0511. Find out more about gigs in Mississauga & Bolton on www.loveandleblanc.com

Chamber Concert Series

September 8, 7 PM   ORMTA’s Chamber Concert Series in Rose Theatre Studio Two. Sponsored by the Brampton Arts Council. In Rose Theatre, PWYC.  (Pay What You Can). Contact: Koichi Inoue for more info. (905) 450-9220, kinoue68@hotmail.ca

Originally published on Aug 28, 2012 at 1:14PM
Republished on Sep 6, 2012 at 1:50 PM

Flower City Festival

Flower City Festival 2012 in Garden Square (Downtown Brampton) http://www.brampton.ca/sites/Rose-Theatre/en/Events-And-Tickets/Pages/FlowerCityFestival.aspx





Originally published on June 11, 2012 on 2:31PM
Republished on July 31, 2012 at 3:57PM, Aug 09, 2012 at 11:03AM, Aug16, 2012 at 9:58AM

Rock School Summer Camps

The Rock School July & August Summer Camps ($195 per Week).  Your Choice - Singing or Guitar Camp - Only $195 per week. The Rock School has been serving the Brampton community for over 5 years.  With strong commitment to music education, the Rock School knows how to make learning fun and are the best choice for music lessons & camps.  For more info, please go to: http://therockschool.ca/lessons-camps/ or call 905-487-1425 - All Camps are 9am to 4pm and will take place at 6 George street South - Downtown Brampton.

Originally published on June 11, 2012 at 3:37 PM
Republished again on June 18, 2:31 pm; June 23, 2:29 PM, June 28 at 1:04 pm

HGNO Composition and Recording Camp

Begins July 2. Higher Ground Neighbourhood Outreach’s summer Composition and Recording Camp is ready to go. Executive Director Carl Merenick invites you to think about getting involved with this great community event either as a participant, volunteer, or passionately sharing the good news to someone who needs to hear about this event. Participants will have  the opportunity to do a final performance in Rose Theater Garden Square on July 20.  Visit www.hgno.org for more.

Originally published on June 11, 2012 at 3:40 PM
Republished on June 18, 2012 at 2:32 pm; June 23, 2:30 PM

Love & Leblanc perform

May 5, 7:30 pm Please join Love & Leblanc at Mt.Vesuvio's Ristorante, , 91 George St..S for an evening of classic folk and pop from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0014pgQPDDcg8YLvUaJXOIole3r6QcaiNXYH9uFNM3XnW5-wXlhn9dbxVf9lFUqAVxlNQLmjmkGjKeUnUNQ3_7aSrqZ5DrzE6nZZmqRsxYZQT8yM7EnCfpn9AKZ1pfx7LM8 Seating is limited and reservations are a must!. Call (905) 459-0511 to reserve your table! Next show: Friday May 11 at The Abbey Road Pub in Erin Mills!

Green Cup extends an invitation to artists

Looking for a venue for your event, concert, exhibitions, meetings, etc.? Located at 15 Main St N in the heart of downtown Brampton, Green Cup Roastery heartily invites those within the arts community to seek out the Green Cup as a performance space. http://www.greencuproastery.com/ Call Gary or John at 905-451-3798 or info@greencuproastery.com

_{Originally posted on March 22nd, 3:14 pm.}

2012 HACE SUMMIT

Confirmed Keynote Speakers include Jian Ghomeshi and Tim Jones

For more info or to register visit www.brampton.ca/en/Business/edo/Pages/CreativeEconomySummit.aspx

January 10, 12, 6 - 9 PM. Brampton Theatre School’s Open House A chance to gather information and register for classes. 1 Nelson St. Unit 11. www.bramptontheatreschool.com

LAST WEEK TO GET YOUR ART!! June 25 – Oct. 8, 2011.

Art in the Open. See and buy BAC members’ original hand-crafted artwork. LAST Saturday rain or shine! Check out Garden Square (Main & Queen St.) as part of the Farmers Market in downtown Brampton for one-of-a-kind gifts. FREE attendance.

2011 Brampton Indie Arts Fest is BACK!

That’s right kids, “Friendly Rich” Marsella and his array of surreal companions are back for a two night gig at the Rose Theatre, this September 15 and 16, 2011.

The City of Brampton and Friendly Rich are proud to present the 2011 Brampton Indie Arts Fest, featuring a stellar line up of Canadian and international independent artists, including: Clay and Paper Puppet Company, Richard Underhill and the Shuffle Demons, Lederhosen Lucil, Worst Music Videos, Lily Frost with Jose Contreras, and very special surprise guests.

Brampton’s own weird and wacky VISUAL ARTISTS will be featured alongside the festival program. Admission is FREE, so come one, come all!

September 15 & 16, 2011 @ Rose Theatre Brampton
Performance times and schedule soon to be released – check back soon at http://www.rosetheatre.ca/

In Partnership with the Brampton Arts Council and the Brampton Downtown Development Corporation.
The Brampton Indie Arts Fest is graciously sponsored by Steam Whistle Brewing – Canada’s Premium Pilsner.

CALL FOR ARTISTS (City of Brampton)

June 27, 2011
CALL FOR ARTIST PROPOSALS
FROM THE CITY OF BRAMPTON ARTPRINT TEAM

The City of Brampton is accepting informal proposals for the provision of all materials, labor and equipment necessary for:

FOR THE DESIGN AND PRODUCTION OF AN ART INSTALLATION
IN DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON

Artists and artist-led teams from across Canada are invited to submit proposals to design and produce a temporary public art installation for the north wall of the Heritage Theatre in downtown Brampton, Ontario.

We are looking for a large temporary art installation on the Heritage Theatre that offers a visually compelling and impressive artistic backdrop to the city’s downtown core. Thematically, it should reflect: A modern interpretation of our heritage and diversity The current artistic resurgence happening in the downtown core
The maximum budget for this project is $10,000.00 all-inclusive

This Call for Artist Proposals closes at 12 pm (NOON) local time, Friday July 15, 2011.

Preparation of the art installation is to be done off-site. The mounting of the installation will be done on or about September 20, 2011 by the Artist(s).

For further information and to receive an Official Call for Artist Proposal application packet please contact: Victoria Mountain at victoria.mountain@brampton.ca or 905-874-2844 x 62810.

Savannah Festival of Rhythms

Award-winning musician Jane Bunnett brings her vibrant Latin sound to the 9th annual free music lover’s feast. From Latin to Jazz to R & B to hot island rhythms, enjoy them in Garden Square (in front of Rose Theatre).
http://www.savannahrhythms.ca/events.html

‘TRUE HAUNTED TOUR’

Learn where the ghosts live in this neighbourhood.
Saturday, October 30th, 2010
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Start at Ward’s Funeral Home parking lot, (52 Main Street South, Brampton) and end at the Brampton Arts Council parking lot (24-A Alexander St)
$10 cash only
Free parking at City Hall or Rose Theatre
Steve Collie is tour leader.