PROGRAM GUIDE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN METRO VANCOUVER
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ARTS UMBRELLA 2018/19 PROGRAM GUIDE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN METRO VANCOUVER
CONTENTS
General Information 6
Contact Information 6
Bursaries 9
Pro-D Days, Spring Break, Summer 10
Programs for Ages 2–6 11
Visual, Media, and Applied Arts 13
Theatre & Music 22
Dance 28
Arts Umbrella Foundation & Scholarships 35
Donor-funded Free Community Programs 36
Our Supporters 38
Policies 40
Important Dates 41
Our Board and Staff 42
Cover Photo: Kevin Clark; Photo: Chris Wong
THE NEW LIMITLESS
A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME
OPPORTUNITY
Arts Umbrella is excited to be moving
ARTS UMBRELLA WILL OPEN THE DOORS TO A NEW, into a new arts education facility in
STATE-OF-THE-ART CAMPUS ON GRANVILLE ISLAND late 2019. Students will have access to
the same incredible programming—
IN LATE 2019 in addition to new offerings—that
generations of families have enjoyed
at Arts Umbrella. With more capacity
to provide extraordinary arts education
experiences for young people, we’re
ready to seize this once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity and create the
new limitless.
The Government of Canada, the Province
of British Columbia, and the City of
Vancouver have contributed generously
and we are now working hard to raise
an additional $20 million to realize this
WELCOME!
vision to serve the next generations of
young people.
CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF INSPIRING CREATIVITY...
FOR GOOD.
To our Arts Umbrella families and friends, welcome to a new year of creativity!
Since 1979, Arts Umbrella has provided more than 500,000 young Canadians with
profound life experiences through our commitment to innovation, excellence,
and inclusivity. Today, Arts Umbrella is an internationally recognized non-profit
organization with a powerful vision and unique programming model. It is our great
privilege to deliver the highest quality arts education programs, from early learning to
advanced professional training programs in the visual and performing arts. Every day,
we strive to inspire children and youth to live creative, authentic, and courageous lives.
In our 40th year, we are grateful to the many families, donors, sponsors, and volunteers who continue to support
our mission to inspire creativity in young people. Thanks to this incredible community, this year alone we will
reach close to 20,000 young people, with 80% being served through free community programs, bursaries,
and scholarships. I especially want to recognize the extraordinary Arts Umbrella staff who are making such a
positive impact on our next generation of artists, innovative thinkers, and compassionate citizens. OUR NEW CORE FACILITY THE BUILDING WILL INCLUDE:
This 50,000 net-square-foot building • 6 Dance studios designed to suit dancers of all ages and experience.
This year will be our last in our current Granville Island facility, as we have been given a once-in-a-lifetime will house a dynamic mix of studios, • 4 Theatre & Music studios with specialized technical and audio equipment that
opportunity to create a new centre of excellence in the former Emily Carr University of Art + Design South media hubs, distance learning labs, support multi-media applications.
Building on Granville Island. Arts Umbrella’s move to this more spacious, brighter, purpose-built facility and exhibition and performance areas • 8 Visual, Applied, and Media Arts studios with state-of-the-art media labs, a
marks the beginning of a new era where more young people will develop their skills and confidence to excel for existing and new programming. darkroom for photography, and two kilns for ceramics.
in whatever life pursuits they choose to seek. Our doors will also be open to • A 160-seat professional theatre open to Vancouver’s arts community.
Photo rendering: Henriquez Partners Architects
professional and community artists • A publicly accessible exhibition space to showcase the works of students and
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. Here’s to a year of limitless opportunities! and performance groups, promoting visiting artists.
continued community interactions • New workshop spaces for woodworking, stagecraft building, and general
between artists of all ages, levels, and fabrication to enhance our capacity to train professionals for the industry.
disciplines. Students will have limitless
opportunities to explore their creativity. JOIN US ON THIS JOURNEY
To learn more about the project or make a contribution to our building campaign,
Photo: Kevin Clark
Paul Larocque please visit thenewlimitless.com or email Heather Altas at haltas@artsumbrella.com.
President & CEO
Arts Umbrella
4 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 5
JOIN US AT ARTS UMBRELLA FOUR
BIG FACILITIES.
REACH
BIG IMPACT
MEANSDOZENS OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS.
THOUSANDS OF CLASSES. ACROSS METRO VANCOUVER.
Arts Umbrella inspires creativity through Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts programs for youth ages 2–22 at our four Metro
Vancouver locations and many community programs. We believe the arts offer a way for all young people to develop life-long West Vancouver
skills like critical thinking, self-expression, and self-confidence.
North Vancouver
MEDICAL AND LEARNING NEEDS STIGMA FREE
Arts Umbrella works to accommodate the learning needs of all Arts Umbrella fosters a stigma-free environment where
students. Please let Student Services staff know if your child everyone is free from judgment, free from shame, and free
Coquitlam
has any physical, emotional, or additional learning needs that from personal criticism. We welcome each and every student,
we may need to be aware of to help create the best possible and our staff and volunteers work to create a safe and
experience for all involved. comfortable space for every young person.
Port Coquitlam
Burnaby
Vancouver
OUR LOCATIONS
GRANVILLE ISLAND Q7 SOUTH SURREY SURREY CENTRE New
1286 Cartwright St., 77 East 7th Ave. (at Quebec), The Shops at Morgan Park Place, 102–13678 Westminster
Vancouver Vancouver Crossing, N116–15850 100 Ave., Surrey
604.681.5268 x0 604.681.5268 x101 26 Ave., Surrey 604.585.6996
Fax: 604.681.5285 info@artsumbrella.com 604.535.1127 surrey@artsumbrella.com
info@artsumbrella.com surrey@artsumbrella.com
Two performing arts The Surrey Centre facility is Richmond
12 studios. Daily classes. Arts studios are home to Pre- Our three-studio facility located in Park Place Towers
Umbrella’s core facility offers professional and Professional in South Surrey’s Morgan at King George SkyTrain
a diverse selection of classes, Dance programs and our Crossing (next to Steve Nash Station. In this studio space,
Surrey
camps, and workshops, post-graduate Theatre Sports Club) offers Visual, we host a free after-school
and is home to our Pre- Conservatory program. Media, and Performing community program and
professional Dance, Theatre, Arts classes Wednesday to weekend classes.
Did you know Arts Umbrella
and Visual Arts programs. Sunday.
is in your community? Our
paid and free programs are in Delta
schools, neighbourhood houses,
REGISTRATION AND STUDENT SERVICES community centres, daycares,
and more. Our Dance and
General registration for 2018/19 classes and programs opens June 1, 2018. You can register in person, by phone, or online. If you
Theatre students perform for
need assistance, our Student Services team can answer your questions and help get your child signed up for something inspiring!
youth across Metro Vancouver.
Some Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts programs have specific registration or application requirements. See program Now that’s community impact. White Rock
descriptions for details. Please note that not all classes are offered at every location.
Our friendly, knowledgeable Student Services team is ready to help with questions about:
Arts
ARTSUmbrella Core
UMBRELLA CORE Facility
FACILITY Paid
PAIDCommunity Programs
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Free
FREECommunity Programs
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
• age and level placements • class changes, transfers, and withdrawals
A centre of excellence with a rich Through
Through tuition-based classes,
tuition-based we bring
classes, Free community
Free communityprograms
programsengage
engage
• curriculum details • payments and fees A centre of excellence with a rich
and diverse selection of classes and creativity to many schools, community students over several weeks at no cost—
• online registration • bursary applications and scholarships and diverse selection of classes and we bring creativity to schools and students over several weeks at no
programs—from preschool to post- centres, and daycares. removing the geographic, cultural, social,
programs—from preschool to post- community centres. cost—removing the geographic,
secondary. and financial barriers that can prevent
如需普通话服务，请于致电778.802.1659并留言。 secondary. cultural, social, and financial barriers
Free Community Workshops young people from accessing the arts.
that can prevent young people from
FREEPerformances
and COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
Arts Umbrella Locations accessing the arts.
ARTS UMBRELLA
Facilities in MountLOCATIONS
Pleasant, South Surrey, OurAND PERFORMANCES
community workshops make a Paid Public Performances
DONOR-FUNDED COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Facilities in Mount Pleasant, South
and Surrey Centre host many tuition- bigOur community
impact in young workshops make
lives, giving manya We host a number of public performances
Arts Umbrella offers many free programs at schools, community centres, neighbourhood houses, preschools, and other PAID PUBLIC
Surrey, and Surrey Centre host
based and free community programs. many students theiron
big impact first exposure
young to the many
lives, giving arts. throughout thePERFORMANCES
year in theatres on
partner locations across Metro Vancouver. Our Pre-professional Dance and Theatre programs also bring live performances tuition-based and free community Students
studentsin their
our pre-professional
first exposure toDance
the We host a number of public
Granville Island and downtown.
to schools across Metro Vancouver. To learn more about these opportunities, including information about how to get your programs. and Theatre
arts. programs
Students in our bring engaging
pre-professional performances throughout the year
community involved, see page 36. stories
Dancetoand
life Theatre
in schoolprograms
performances—
bring in theatres on Granville Island and
helping grow enthusiasm
engaging stories to life in and creativity
school downtown Vancouver.
in performances—helping
a new audience of youngtominds. grow
enthusiasm for the arts in a new
audience of young minds.
6 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 7
OUR VISION
A better world where all young lives BURSARIES
are inspired to pursue a lifelong CREATING EQUITABLE ACCESS TO THE ARTS
journey towards self-expression, artsumbrella.com/bursary
compassion, and humanity.
Creativity is limitless. But for many families, finances can limit access to high-quality arts programming.
OUR MISSION Arts Umbrella’s Bursary Fund helps young artists experience the freedom of creativity by providing financial support to low- and
To be Canada’s leader in arts middle-income families. Distributed based on financial need, Arts Umbrella’s Bursary Fund helps hundreds of families in Metro
Vancouver access the arts each year through subsidized rates on tuition-based programming.
education for young people, that builds
community and delivers profound life
APPLY FOR A BURSARY
experiences through our commitment artsumbrella.com/bursary
to innovation, excellence, and Parents and guardians can apply for a bursary to provide their children with arts programming at a subsidized rate.
inclusivity. At the heart of what we Find our Bursary Application Package online. For more information or to submit an application, contact Student Services:
do, we inspire people to live creative,
VANCOUVER SURREY
authentic, and courageous lives. bursaries@artsumbrella.com surreybursaries@artsumbrella.com
604.681.5268 x222 604.535.1127
Help more families experience how life-changing the arts can be. To learn more and to donate, contact Jeanne Marino at
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE 604.681.5268 x265 or email development@artsumbrella.com.
Children Ages 2–6: see program descriptions
on pages 11–12. ARTS UMBRELLA BURSARY FUND IS GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED BY:
Youth Ages 6–22: Classes are organized by age
and location for each of our artistic disciplines.
Casinos & Entertainment
• Visual Arts: pages 15–16
• Media Arts: pages 17–18
• Applied Arts: pages 19–20
• Theatre: pages 22–27
• Dance: pages 28–34
John and Nina Cassils Joseph Stauffer Trust Lagniappe Foundation Robert Lemon
Learn about our Artistic Directors at the
beginning of each section. Michael O’Brian Family Foundation Viviane and Jay Mehr Dana and John Montalbano
Jeff Mooney and Suzanne Bolton John and Claire Nicola Ken and Anne Woods
HOW TO REGISTER
You can register online, in person, or by phone.
David Allison and Chris Nicholson Geyer Family Pearley and Norine Brissenden Fund
To create an account online, visit Heather Altas Mark and Debbie Halvorsen Jamie and Michele Pitblado
Mamie Angus Masood Hasan Susan Powelson
artsumbrella.com and click the “Register Now” Anonymous Carol and Richard Henriquez Annabelle Price
button on the top right of your browser. Brad Bardua and Susan Wareing Jaspreet Rayat Bursary Fund Jill and Hart Price
Barry Scott Legacy Fund Jim Kershaw Richard and Jacquie Prokopanko
Search for classes by location, Session (Fall, David Battersby Ken Mayer Studios Dylan Reece
Winter, and Spring), or Camp (Pro-D, Spring Wayne Berg George and Karen Killy Ron Francis Regan
Border Gold Kinder Morgan Foundation James Richards
Break, Summer). Some programs may have John Bunting and Sara Dubois Philips Elena Kurbatoff David and Pamela Richardson
special registration requirements. Sandra Chamberlain-Snider Leonard Lara and Michael Prout John Rose
and Mark E. Snider Paul Larocque Gloria Schwartz
If you have any questions during registration, Brook Charles Steven and Sandi Lee John Singleton and Brenda Mendieta
please contact Student Services. See page 6 Wayman Crosby David and Jill Lyall Beverley Steinhoff
Wayne Davidson Barry and E. Anne Macdonald Lesley Stowe and Geoffrey Scott
for more information. David and Lynda Davies Amanda Magee Debbie Thomas
Photo: Albert Normandin
Jason Davies Marily Mearns Gavin Toy
Jon Dorrington Bjorn Moller Terrence and Lisa Turner
Tom Ferries and Lisa Pankratz Mark J. Neill and Angela Brooks Michael Vermette
Dr. Hedy Fry John and Diane Norton Nada Vuksic
David Garofalo Chris O’Riley Peeter and Mary Wesik
Thomas O’Shaughnessy and Omar Dallal Andrea Zwack
8 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 9
CAMPS PROGRAMS FOR AGES 2–6
PRO-D DAYS, SPRING BREAK, AND SUMMER PROGRAMS artsumbrella.com/programs2-6
artsumbrella.com/camps Plant the seeds of creativity! Children ages 2–6 get inspired at Arts Umbrella, where they
LOCATION KEY
take their first steps in artistic discovery and self-expression.
Looking for something to do when school’s out? Arts Umbrella PRO-D DAYS The early years are a key point in a child’s development: a time to investigate problem-solving,
GI Granville Island, Vancouver
offers programming all year round. Beyond regular sessional artsumbrella.com/prodday SS South Surrey
nurture curiosity, and develop self-confidence. This makes an adventure in the arts—whether
classes, our Pro-D Day, Spring Break, and Summer programs These one-day art camps are scheduled to match Pro-D dates it’s a first Dance, Theatre, or Visual Arts class—all the more important. Our programs are SC Surrey Centre
help keep young people creative during the holidays. established by the Vancouver School Board and the Surrey designed to encourage discovery in a fun, supportive, and inspiring environment.
Kids are creative shape-shifters at our camps. They transform School District. Visit our website for a current schedule.
PARENT & ME | AGES 2–3
from Shakespearean minstrels, to contemporary artists,
to digital masterminds. Our hands-on Dance, Theatre, and SPRING BREAK
Visual, Applied, and Media Arts classes challenge students’ artsumbrella.com/springbreak Join your little ones in our studios. Our Parent & Me classes introduce our youngest students to a learning environment while
curiosity and allow them explore their artistic boundaries—all Registration opens Dec 3, 2018 you share your love of the arts with them. Caregivers and/or parents are invited to attend.
in a fun, supportive, and inspiring atmosphere.
GRANVILLE ISLAND SOUTH SURREY VISUAL ARTS GI SS SC MUSIC AND PLAY GI CREATIVE DANCE GI SS
Week 1: Mar 18–22, 2019 Week 1: Mar 25–29, 2019 This class gives your little one a Nurture a love of music, movement, and Share a love of dance with your little
Week 2: Mar 25–29, 2019 foundation in visual arts, while allowing theatre in your little one. This fun and one! Parents will get moving in this
them full creative freedom to explore. interactive class uses song, percussion, class too, modelling exercises for
SUMMER PROGRAMS Children experiment with all kinds of and musical stories to explore artistic your child to mimic. Children learn the
artsumbrella.com/summer engaging visual art forms, using media expression, and introduces your child to elements of dance through movement,
Presented by: such as paper, watercolours, oils, clay, melody and rhythm. imagery, songs, and props.
and chalk pastels.
Registration opens Mar 1, 2019
GRANVILLE ISLAND SOUTH SURREY
Week 1: Jul 2–5, 2019 (4 days) Week 1: Jul 2–5, 2019 (4 days)
Week 2: Jul 8–12, 2019 Week 2: Jul 8–12, 2019
Week 3: Jul 15–19, 2019 Week 3: Jul 15–19, 2019
Week 4: Jul 22–26, 2019 Week 4: Jul 22–26, 2019
Week 5: Jul 29–Aug 2, 2019
Week 6: Aug 12–16, 2019
SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER PROGRAM INFO
• Half- and full-day options are available for most ages and
locations;
• Flexible schedule options may include early drop-off, lunch
supervision, and/or late pick-up;
• Lunch-hour supervision is included for full-day camps;
• Projects differ morning to afternoon and week to week,
so campers can join us for multiple sessions of the same
program.
SUMMER INTENSIVES
Advanced students can find information about our Summer
Intensives in Dance (p. 33), Theatre (p. 27), and Visual Arts
(p. 21) in the corresponding sections of this guide.
Photo: Albert Normandin
Photo: Kevin Clark
10 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 11
AGES 3–6
VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL, MEDIA, AND APPLIED ARTS
artsumbrella.com/art
ART START GI SS SC DRAWING AND PAINTING GI SS MIXED MEDIA AND SCULPTURE GI SS
AGES 3–5 AGES 4–6, 5–6 AGES 3–5, 4–6, 5–6
Young imaginations get their start here! Get colourful! In this class, children Let imagination grow! It’s fun to use ROXANNE GAGNON
Beginning with the basics, this class get a foundation in visual arts and multiple techniques on one surface, and ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
introduces kids to the history of art and practice their painting and drawing the studio is filled with hands-on tools Roxanne
gives them a foundation in visual arts and techniques. They’ll discover a wide and exciting materials like cardboard, Gagnon is a
independent work. Little artists get their range of materials like charcoals, oil pastels, wood, and inks. Young artists Vancouver-
hands on art materials like watercolours, pastels, temperas, chalks, and inks, and create 2-D and 3-D artworks, developing based artist
tempera paints, oil pastels, chalks, paper use them for imaginative class projects their motor skills and confidence, and who received
collages, and found objects. inspired by great artists and processes. expanding their creative thinking. her BA from
the University
THEATRE & MUSIC of British
Columbia
DRESS UP DRAMA GI SS AGES 3–5 CREATIVE DRAMA GI SS AGES 5–6 in 2010 and her BFA from Emily Carr
Stories from around the world inspire journeys into the Children develop imagination and creativity with fun theatre University of Art + Design in 2001. She
landscape of imagination. Theatre exploration gives kids a exercises. Improvisation, mime, and movement are just the has exhibited her work at the Gallery of
stage where they become fantastical creatures and characters beginning. In this class, kids will also discover the thrill BC Ceramics, Hot Art Wet City, and Ayden
with the help of Arts Umbrella’s costume trunks. This class of creating characters, which helps them to develop self- Gallery in Vancouver, Port Macquarie
helps kids develop listening skills, self-confidence, and focus. confidence through storytelling. Art Gallery in Australia, Saffron Gallery
in Victoria, Ranger Station Gallery in
IMAGINATION THROUGH MOVEMENT GI SS AGES 3–5 MAKING MUSIC GI AGES 4–6 Harrison Hot Springs, and 3° in Scotland.
Discover the world of physical theatre! Kids learn to express This hands-on class is a fun, interactive way to introduce Over the years, Roxanne has spearheaded
themselves through imagery, improvisation, and play. Class kids to music and its relationship to the body. Hand-held many partnerships for Arts Umbrella,
activities may include character creation, rhythm games, and percussion instruments, song, movement, and musical stories including collaborations with BC
simple choreography to help promote coordination and self- help kids learn fundamentals like melody, pitch, repetition, Children’s Hospital, Capture Photography
confidence. and rhythm. Festival, SFU School for the Contemporary
Arts, Contemporary Art Gallery, CulturART
DANCE Exchange, the Vancouver Biennale, Telus
Garden, Vancouver Civic Theatres, West of
CREATIVE DANCE GI HIP HOP SS BOYS ONLY DANCE GI Main Art Walk, and many local galleries.
AGES 3–4, 4–5, 5–6 AGES 3–5 AGES 5–6
Discover movement! Percussion Move to the music—Hip Hop style. Boys love to dance just as much as
games and choreography encourage Students think on their feet and move girls, but some might be a little shy
kids to express themselves through their way through group dances, about it. This program is just like our
dance. Children also learn basic dance percussion games, and choreography. gender-mixed Dance classes, but in
vocabulary, discover various dance Energizing and fast-paced, this class an environment in which some boys
styles, and develop focus. With the develops rhythm, coordination, focus, may feel more comfortable. Percussion
emphasis still on play, classes for ages strength, and agility, without losing the games and choreography develop
5–6 prepare students for the more beat of fun. focus and encourage kids to express
structured ballet classes of General themselves through movement.
Program Level 1.
ARTS IMMERSION PROGRAM GI SS
AGES 3–5
Give your little one a creative head-start on kindergarten. Our half-day Arts Immersion program lets preschool-aged artists
discover the fun of art in its many forms, and helps them develop essential skills such as focus, self-confidence, and creativity—
preparing them for a lifetime of opportunity.
Photo: Albert Normandin
Designed with maximum flexibility in mind, our one- to four-day options combine Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts
programming, incorporating all of the disciplines offered at Arts Umbrella. See class descriptions above for more information.
12 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 13
In our Visual, Media, and Applied Arts classes, young artists learn to develop ideas
and reflect on the world around them. Their art may take many forms—sculptures,
LOCATION KEY VISUAL ARTS
GI Granville Island, Vancouver
animations, paintings, models, movies, photos, designs, and more. artsumbrella.com/visualarts
SS South Surrey
Our artist-instructors bring professional-level instruction to even our youngest
artists, and supply kids with high-quality materials in every class. Beyond general SC Surrey Centre AGES 6–8
programming, we also offer advanced classes, scholarship programs, and portfolio-
building and exhibiting opportunities. CLAY SCULPTURE GI DRAWING, PAINTING, MIXED MEDIA AND SCULPTURE
Budding sculptors create 3-D art AND PRINTMAKING GI GI SS
inspired by world cultures and In a fun and engaging environment, Kids take drawing and painting even
VISUAL ARTS MEDIA ARTS contemporary artists. Students learn young artists learn about monoprinting, further, shaping 2-D and 3-D projects
Explore classical and contemporary art practices in our Visual Technology is everywhere, and our Media Arts classes give the foundation of hand-building and the caligraphs, and stenciling to create with an inspiring mix of materials.
Arts programs, whether your child is drawn to Clay Sculpture, young people a way to investigate art through new media. process of ceramic design. They’ll also their own original works. Students also On this engaging journey through the
Mixed Media, or Drawing and Painting (p. 15). Students experiment and share their stories in classical explore decorative applications using experiment with materials—like oil elements of art and design, young
animation, filmmaking, cartoons, graphic novels, graphic glaze or hand-painting. pastel, tempera paints, printing inks, artists use wood, fabric, paper, found
ADVANCED CLASSES design, and more. Along the way, they’ll develop important and collage—dig into famous artists’ objects, tempera, watercolour, pastel,
Push your creative limits! Students in our advanced classes skills like critical thinking, communication, and innovation—
DRAWING AND PAINTING GI SS SC stories, discover historical influences, chalk, and other materials.
develop their skills in drawing, painting, sketching, and clay so they can go on to engage with their world in original ways
Smoky charcoals, bright temperas and examine works of fine art.
sculpture in an intensive environment (p. 16). (p. 17).
and chalks, oil pastels, or pen and WOOD, CLAY, AND PAPIER MÂCHÉ GI
Applications must include a portfolio, letter of interest, inks—colours and textures blend in this Artists use their imaginations to
artistic statement, and application form submitted to exploration of composition, design, and create original works using materials
submissions@artsumbrella.com. For full application details, APPLIED ARTS colour theory. Kids draw inspiration like wood, clay, papier mâché, found
visit artsumbrella.com/advancedvisualart or contact Our Applied Arts classes engage students in architecture, from artists while they learn to apply objects, and more. Themes from art
info@artsumbrella.com. fashion, photography, and more. By applying their creativity to critical-thinking and problem-solving history and around the world inspire
new fields, young artists will have the opportunity to see their skills to their creations. students and give them a place to start,
Deadlines: ideas become reality—from building architectural models to
• Fall 2018 Session: Jul 24, 2018
all while we introduce kids to new tools
developing prints in our darkroom (p. 19). and construction skills.
• Winter 2019 Session: Dec 7, 2018
• Spring 2019 Session: Mar 8, 2019
AGES 9–12
CLAY SCULPTURE GI DRAWING AND PAINTING GI SS SC DRAWING AND SKETCHING
Draw inspiration from artists and Get inspired by abstract concepts TECHNIQUES GI SS
create original clay sculptures! or still life, hone visual perception, Graphite, India ink, charcoal, chalk,
Students learn to sketch and then and create original interpretations. and oil pastel—this class helps young
sculpt 3-D art. This class explores Using materials such as charcoals, oil artists develop their technique in
many clay hand-building methods such pastels, temperas, chalks, and inks, many media. Students experiment
as modelling, pinch pot, coil, and slab students develop critical-thinking skills with styles—from traditional charcoal
work. Young artists also experiment and learn about composition, design, drawings to contemporary abstracts—
with shape, texture, and finishes. colour, and art history. and produce new works using the
foundation of art and design.
Photo: Kevin Clark
Photo: Kevin Clark
14 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 15
AGES 13–19
MEDIA ARTS
DRAWING AND PAINTING GI SS SC FINE ART STUDIO II GI artsumbrella.com/mediaarts
Students unleash their creativity while learning about design, Experience in a Visual or Applied Arts medium and/or Fine Art
perception, colour theory, and art history. Teen artists Studio I recommended.
complete the class with a better understanding of perspective,
line drawing, and tonality, and learn the fundamentals of
Why was Dada so radical? How was Cubism more truthful AGES 6–8
than photography? Young artists discuss the relationship
using acrylics and watercolours, including colour mixing, between big ideas and their impact on modern visual CARTOONING GI SS CLAYMATION GI
paint application, and composition. culture, and experiment with techniques inspired by recent Draw real cartoons! Kids explore their creativity, bringing Slow it down! Frame by frame, from backgrounds to
artistic innovations. Each class encourages students to find stories to life with their own hand-drawn cartoons and a characters, kids learn the claymation basics. They get a sense
FINE ART STUDIO I GI inspiration in art history and make critical connections today. cast of favourite characters. This class covers basic forms of movement, pace, storyboarding, props, sound, pixilation,
Experience in a Visual or Applied Arts medium recommended. and shapes, and explores how facial expressions help tell a and flip-o-ramas, while also getting their hands on Plasticine
Build or expand your portfolio and learn what to expect PRINTMAKING GI bigger story. to make wild and wonderful characters.
in first-year art school. Teaching artists guide students Expand your artistic practice into the world of printmaking!
through technique and medium experimentation, as well as Students learn techniques such as monotype, calligraphy, and CLASSICAL ANIMATION GI KID TECH GI
concepts such as composition, portraiture, self-inquiry, and silk-screening to create prints with multi-media applications. Get animated! Kids get into hand-drawn animation, explore Kids love developing their ideas using art-based software.
theme development. This class helps prepare students for Explore multi-layered printing techniques and expand your character development, learn how to move cartoon drawings, This class mashes up source material like original digital
post-secondary portfolio submission and advanced-level or knowledge of material application and fundamental skills in and have fun with flip-o-ramas. Movement, pace, and camera photos, Photo Booth shots, and digital downloads.
scholarship programs. this tactile practice. storyboarding all have a place in this class, helping young Students will also record sound and explore their new
students grow their artistic confidence. understanding of animation techniques.
AGES 9–12
ADVANCED CLASSES CARTOONING GI COMPUTER ARTS GI
All advanced classes require an application. Visit artsumbrella.com/advancedvisualarts to learn about portfolio requirements and Frame the next scene in your cartooning adventure! Youth Go digital! This class introduces youth to various media arts
to download an application package. practice hand-drawn cartooning techniques and bring their styles and gets kids working in the Mac Lab with software
favourite characters, monsters, and animals to life on the such as Photoshop, Photo Booth, and Illustrator. Lesson
page. Students learn how to develop characters by working topics range from perspective, movement, and space, to
AGES 10–12 AGES 13–19 with shapes, faces, expressions, and emotions, and then give investigating how music affects motion and mood.
them a voice with speech bubbles.
DRAWING AND PAINTING GI SS
CLAY SCULPTURE GI FILMMAKING AND VIDEO ART GI
Take creativity to a whole new level! Uncover art history
Students heighten their clay sculpture technique and CLASSICAL ANIMATION GI SS From movies to music videos, this class covers the basics
through the lens of various artists, art practices, and
develop skills in hand-building, painting, and glazing, honing Animate your stories! In this class, students learn classical of filmmaking and genres. Learn how elements like
movements. Experimentation, exploration, and one-on-
in on their favourite methods to express their creativity. animation basics like movement, pace, storyboarding, and storyboarding, cameras, production planning, lighting, scene
one instruction help students discover and develop their
Contemporary and traditional world cultures also help spark flip-o-ramas. Youth create and develop characters, shape and creation, editing, and scene selection come together to put
own artistic voices. Young artists gain critical-thinking and
original creations. move props, and draw backgrounds. Students find confidence stories on the big screen. Students get a feel for software
problem-solving skills while deepening their knowledge of
materials and applications. in this class, and get a feel for different animation styles, such as Photoshop, GarageBand, and iMovie HD.
DRAWING AND PAINTING GI including hand-drawn, cut-out, and object animation.
Teaching artists guide students in independent research GRAPHIC NOVEL AND COMIC CREATION GI SS
about artists and styles to inspire and inform their original CLAYMATION GI Create your own comic! Youth create a graphic novel from
works. Students investigate ideas of abstraction and series Play with timing and make a moving animation! Clay scratch, learning about character design, scriptwriting,
work, all while refining fundamental skills in their visual art animation is one of the many forms of stop-motion drawing technique, and composition. Using pencils, paper,
practice. The art of accepting and delivering constructive animation, where kids get hands-on with software, and brush pens to draw, students scan their completed work
criticism is explored. equipment, and Plasticine—all used to mold colourful to print a unique creation!
characters. Students also learn the animation basics,
DRAWING AND SKETCHING TECHNIQUES GI including movement, pace, storyboarding, character design, NEW MEDIA ARTS SS
Young artists improve their technique and experiment with props, backgrounds, and sound. Go digital! This class introduces youth to various media arts
styles to develop their own method of artistic communication. styles and gets kids working in the Mac Lab with software
Students also discuss how various well-known artists express COMPUTER ANIMATION GI such as Photoshop, Photo Booth, and Illustrator. Lesson
themselves, examining what shapes their ideas and images. Bring digital drawings to life. In this class, students have fun topics range from perspective, movement, and space, to
Photo: Kevin Clark
This advanced class gives students access to drawing media animating with tools and programs in our Mac Lab. Lessons investigating how music affects motion and mood.
such as graphite, India ink, charcoal, and chalk pastel. cover topics like frame rate, timelines, and the process of
frame-by-frame animation.
16 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 17
AGES 13–19 APPLIED ARTS
CLASSICAL ANIMATION GI FOUND FOOTAGE GI artsumbrella.com/appliedarts
Be a pro in the making. Teens advance their classical From discarded 16mm prints to hours of archival footage,
animation know-how and build on knowledge of movement, inspiration is everywhere. Teens work with collected, AGES 6–8
pace, storyboarding, character design and development, previously photographed images and engage in both digital
props, and backgrounds. They’ll explore hand-drawn and physical editing processes. Students learn about film and ARCHITECTURE: MAKING AND MEANING GI SS
animation styles to hone technical skills while growing their digital photography and filmmaking, as well as how to mix Get building! This class introduces young artists to the fundamental elements of architectural design. Kids explore and create
artistic confidence. media for a unique visual expression—pushing technological with 2-D drawing and 3-D model making, using materials such as pencil and paper, cardboard, recycled items, and wood.
boundaries to tell new stories.
CLAYMATION GI AGES 9–12
In this class, teens will deepen their knowledge of clay and GRAPHIC DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION GI
other types of stop-motion animation, and bring ideas to life Tell a story with illustration and design. This class focuses on ARCHITECTURE: DIGITAL SPACES ARCHITECTURE: DRAWING AND MIXED MEDIA: COLLAGE AND
by molding Plasticine characters and animating them with practical and theoretical approaches to graphic design and AND PLACES GI MODEL MAKING GI SS ASSEMBLAGE GI
software and equipment. Pace, storyboarding, character illustration. Hands-on projects give students the opportunity Build on screen. Students develop Take your ideas from paper to 3-D! This Inspiration and creative materials
design, props, backgrounds, and sound all play a part in this to learn—from ideation and sketching, to development and digital skills in our Mac Lab, learning class studies the architectural design are everywhere! This mixed media
robust class. review. to design spaces using SketchUp 3-D process, including form, line, shape, class promotes innovative thinking
modelling software, which allows colour, space, texture, balance, and and encourages working with non-
COMPUTER ARTS SS GRAPHIC NOVEL AND COMIC CREATION GI students to visualize the sculptural composition. Students use inspiring traditional materials. Students
Go digital. In this class, teens delve into the media arts, Turn a blank page into your own graphic novel. Teens create a side of buildings. From viewing famous materials to explore the crucial assemble unique 2-D or 3-D works
working in our Mac Lab with software like Photoshop, Photo graphic novel from scratch, learning about character design, architecture to sketching floor plans, relationship between architectural using personal iconography, altered
Booth, and Illustrator. Lesson topics range from perspective, scriptwriting, drawing technique, and composition. Using this class covers a lot of square footage. drawings and model making. photos, shadow boxes, paint, newsprint,
movement, and space, to investigating how music affects pencils, paper, and brush pens to draw, students scan their text, found objects, and more.
motion and mood. Students share their process and creations completed work to print a unique creation!
to develop their ability to critique work. AGES 10–12
FILMMAKING AND VIDEO ART GI DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY GI SS FASHION ILLUSTRATION GI PHOTOGRAPHY: FOUNDATION GI
Showcase your storytelling chops. In this class, teens Basic camera understanding recommended. Find your style! Experiment with 35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped
gain filmmaking know-how. Students get hands on with Digital camera included. fashion illustration while talking darkroom included.
storyboarding, cameras, production planning, lighting, scene We supply the cameras. You supply about style and aesthetics. Students Develop film in a real darkroom! In this
creation, editing, and scene selection. Young filmmakers grow the creativity. Learn to capture, create, learn how to draw a croquis—a quick class, students hone their technical
their skills, using software such as Photoshop, GarageBand, and manipulate digital images. This sketch of a figure—and about trend skills with a 35mm film camera, and
and iMovie HD. class introduces students to digital forecasting, visual communications, learn about the history of photography
photography, including manual camera and illustration concepts. The class and the evolution of still images.
features such as aperture, shutter shapes students’ skills in depicting Here, science meets art, as young
speed, ISO, and white balance. Youth materials and figures, providing a photographers discover how a camera
compose images and work with editing foundation for further instruction. works and learn how to develop film.
software to complete their vision.
Photo: Kevin Clark
Photo: Kevin Clark
18 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 19AGES 13–19 VISUAL, MEDIA, AND APPLIED ARTS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
ARCHITECTURE: DIGITAL SPACES AND PLACES GI PHOTOGRAPHY: FOUNDATION GI
Build on screen. Students develop digital skills in our Mac 35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped darkroom included. ARCHITECTURE INTENSIVE GI AGES 13–19 ELECTRONIC ARTS TEEN ANIMATION SCHOLARSHIP
Lab, learning to design spaces using SketchUp 3-D modelling Admission by jury portfolio review. PROGRAM GI AGES 14–19
Get creative in our photography darkroom. Here, science Visit artsumbrella.com/architectureintensive to view Admission by application. Find full application details and
software, which allows students to visualize the sculptural meets art, as young photographers develop technical skills
side of buildings. From viewing famous architecture to prerequisites and to download an application. deadlines at artsumbrella.com/EA.
with a 35mm camera, and learn how cameras work and how
sketching floor plans, this class covers a lot of square footage. to develop film. Teens also study the history of photography Teens get the rare opportunity to work with some of Here’s your animation industry insider. Students in this program
and the evolution of still images, and take local field trips to Vancouver’s most celebrated architects from whom they’ll learn to use animation software and develop stories under artist-
ARCHITECTURE: DRAWING AND MODEL MAKING GI SS snap images and find inspiration. learn about creative approaches in building public spaces. In instructor mentorship. Participants with a passion for animation
Take your ideas from paper to 3-D. This class studies the a studio environment, students draw and create models, and and commitment to the program will develop a strong portfolio
architectural design process, including form, line, shape, engage in research, critique, and discussion. The program piece for post-secondary school application. The program
PHOTOGRAPHY: IMAGE MAKING GI
colour, space, texture, balance, and composition. Students use concludes with a group exhibition. concludes with a group showcase at Electronic Arts.
35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped darkroom included.
inspiring materials to explore the crucial relationship between
architectural drawings and model making. Grab a 35mm film camera. This class begins with the basics
Full scholarship provided by: Full scholarship provided by:
of black-and-white photography, followed by lessons on how
to develop film and create original prints in Arts Umbrella’s
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN GI
darkroom. During the session, students learn about lens
Shape your community. Students explore the relationship VISUAL ARTS SUMMER INTENSIVE GI AGES 15–19 SOUTH SURREY VISUAL ARTS TEEN SCHOLARSHIP SS
selection, exposure, depth-of-field, composition, and
between architecture, urban design, and the environment, Admission by jury portfolio review. Visit artsumbrella.com/vasi AGES 15–19
presentation.
introducing them to environmental design basics such to view prerequisites and to download an application. Admission by jury portfolio review. Visit artsumbrella.com/sts to
as energy conservation, water management, sustainable Want to push the boundaries of your artistic practice? view prerequisites and to download an application.
landscapes, car-culture critique, and sustainability rating PHOTOGRAPHY: PROJECTS AND PORTFOLIO GI
Prerequisite: Completion of Photography Foundation or This intensive is designed for artists who are ready to Gain insight into an artist’s professional life. Students in this
systems. Teens complete individual projects, and large-scale experiment. In a supportive studio environment, teens work program will find out what it takes to succeed in the visual arts
group work brings theories and information to life. Photography Image Making.
35mm cameras, film, and a fully equipped darkroom included. with leading Vancouver artists, curators, and educators, world through mentorship and exploration. A series of guest
exploring a range of contemporary art practices. Through artists bring their techniques and ideas to the class, enriching
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY GI SS Build your photography portfolio. Students learn about black- artist workshops, critiques, and discussions, students students’ understanding of contemporary art practice.
Basic camera understanding recommended. and-white film photography, with a focus on shooting and develop new ideas. The program culminates in an exhibition Instructional time is divided into three parts: research, concept
developing images. Teens also learn related skills, including at the Contemporary Art Gallery. development, and finalizing artwork for exhibition. The program
Compose, capture, and edit digital images! Get more out of
photo manipulation, editing, and printing know-how. The class concludes with a public exhibition of their work.
your digital camera by exploring manual functions such as Full scholarship provided by: Lesley Stowe and Geoffrey Scott
also discusses projects, shares inspiration, and learns how to
aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. Excursions
critique work.
and photo critiques help teens build skills and further develop
their artistic voice. Program Partner:
FASHION ILLUSTRATION GI
Find your style. Students learn how to draw a croquis—a
quick sketch of a figure—and about trend forecasting, visual VISUAL, MEDIA, AND APPLIED ARTS SUMMER INTENSIVES
communications, and illustration concepts. Young designers
learn how to depict materials and figures, providing them with DRAWING AND PAINTING INTENSIVE FOUND FOOTAGE INTENSIVE GI PHOTOGRAPHY INTENSIVE GI
a deeper appreciation for the fashion industry. GI AGES 13–19 AGES 13–19 AGES 13–19
Create original work with technique and Recommended prerequisite: Recommended prerequisite: a previous
passion. In the Drawing and Painting Mac computer knowledge photography course
Intensive, artist-instructors guide From discarded 16mm prints to Learn to capture, create, and manipulate
students in independent research into hours of archival footage, inspiration images. Students learn about both film
artists and art history. From there, is everywhere. Teens in the Found and digital photography, including camera
inspiration and knowledge informs Footage Intensive work with collected, settings such as aperture, shutter speed,
original works created in class. previously photographed images, to and ISO, as well as composition and
Investigate the ideas of abstraction engage in both digital and physical framing techniques. Using a 35mm film
and series work, all while refining editing processes. Throughout the camera, teens take black-and-white
fundamental skills in your visual art program, they’ll learn about film and photographs with a focus on shooting and
practice, including composition, design, digital photography and film-making, as developing film. They’ll also learn how to
and colour theory. In conversation well as how to mix media for a unique manipulate and edit photos. As a group,
with your peers, the art of constructive visual expression. Participants blend participants will discuss their creations to
critique is also practiced. aesthetic styles and push technological better their practice and get inspired.
boundaries to tell new stories with
found footage.
Photo: Kevin Clark
Program Partner:
20 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 21THEATRE & MUSIC
Costumes, improv, script work, character studies, theatrical performances, and local
LOCATION KEY
tours! Arts Umbrella’s Theatre & Music programs nurture young performers’ creativity;
in the studio, students develop skills that benefit them both on the stage and in everyday GI Granville Island, Vancouver
life. We see how musical harmonies foster teamwork, how learning to project your voice SS South Surrey
artsumbrella.com/theatre builds self-confidence, how imagination is freed when shown a new script, and how
SC Surrey Centre
leadership is shaped in the director’s chair.
Renowned theatre, film, and television artists guide students through collaborative and
PAUL MONIZ DE SÁ solo theatre exercises to teach timing, memorization, melody, harmony, and bodily self-awareness. We also tackle the technical
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ARTISTIC DIRECTOR aspects, like lighting, sound, costumes, and makeup. Our programs give students opportunities in a wide range of performing
Paul Moniz de Sá is a styles, from Shakespeare, to on-camera acting, to ensemble performances.
professional actor, director, and
sound designer. He’s worked in Be curious, be bold, and be yourself—all while growing a love of theatre and music that will last a lifetime.
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 GENERAL PROGRAM
National Arts Centre. Paul has received Jessie Richardson
awards for his work in “The Lion, The Witch and The AGES 6–8
Wardrobe” for Pacific Theatre and for his work in the
CREATIVE DRAMA GI SS MUSICAL THEATRE GI SS
original production of “The Overcoat.”
The world of theatre helps kids develop their imagination, Let your inner Broadway star shine! Here, kids find their
Paul’s on-camera credits include Steven Spielberg’s The collaborate with their peers, and build self-confidence. voice, and make the connection between their body, music,
BFG, Arrow, Timeless, Shut Eye, The Flash, Once Upon a Time In this class, kids discover the art of pretending through and storytelling. This class features ensemble pieces, vocal
in Wonderland, Motive, Fringe, The Killing, The X-Files, and scripted work and fun theatre exercises that teach tools training, choreography, and physical improvisation.
recurring roles on Stargate SG1 and Eureka. and techniques like improvisation, memorization, and
character creation.
As an educator for over 20 years, Paul has worked with
students of all ages. He’s taught at institutions across the
Lower Mainland, including Douglas College, Bard in the AGES 9–12
Classroom, and Learning Through the Arts. Paul has been
the director of the Arts Umbrella Senior Theatre Troupe for ACTING FOR THE CAMERA GI SS MUSICAL THEATRE GI SS
over 10 years and is proud to be a graduate of both the Arts Get comfortable on camera! Young actors learn basic on- Get on stage to sing, act, and dance! Youth learn how physical
Umbrella Theatre Program and Studio 58. camera acting techniques like slating, hitting a mark, setting expression, and posture impact performance, and gain a
the scene, and taking screen direction, all while building better understanding of how their voices work. Of course,
self-confidence and self-awareness. Students also learn how there’s choreography, improvisation, and plenty of singing, too,
to prepare as an actor and tackle creative projects like how to including vocal training and collaborative ensemble pieces.
ANDY TOTH develop a dynamic character.
ASSOCIATE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR THEATRE WORKS GI SS
Andy is currently the director THE ART OF IMPROV GI All the world’s a stage and we are merely players. Explore the
of the Pre-professional The Art of Improv is a group experience that allows students world of theatre to develop your creativity, self-confidence,
Musical Theatre Troupe at of all abilities to express themselves while they also develop and self-awareness. This class delves into script work with a
Arts Umbrella, where he has their individual creative skills. Students play, explore, and focus on voice, physical theatre, and character work, letting
directed “Dear Edwina,” “Lucky share new ideas while gaining valuable tools for life such as students feel more emotionally and physically comfortable in
Stiff,” “Pippin,” “Little Women,” problem solving, team building, accepting and building on the their own bodies. Let’s play together and discover how theatre
“Bring it On,” “Urinetown,” and, ideas of others, communication, and so much more. works.
most recently, “Oklahoma.”
Andy has directed and produced COMEDY WRITING GI VOICEOVER SS
shows for Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, Chilliwack Discover the world of comedy writing and create your own Find your voice! From cartoons to commercials and radio to
Academy of Music, and industrials for companies like work. Students will be introduced to a variety of comedic video games, voiceover is an integral part of an actor’s tool
Yellowtail and RBC. He has performed province-wide in the styles, from sketch and stand-up, to parody and satire. belt. Learn the fundamentals of voice acting and discover how
smash hit Arts Club production of “Avenue Q” and twice on Students have weekly in-class writing activities based on your voice can bring a story to life.
Vancouver stages as Edna Turnblad in “Hairspray.” Andy the form of comedy studied that day. Special attention will
also has a successful voice-over career with hundreds of be placed on how to establish premise and how to develop a
cartoons and commercials to his credit. Andy is also the unique voice in all writing forms.
Artistic Director of Awkward Stage Productions, a leading
youth theatre production company.
22 ARTS UMBRELLA Inspiring creativity. For good 23AGES 13–19 YEAR-LONG INTENSIVE PROGRAMS
ACTING FOR THE CAMERA SS COMEDY WRITING GI No audition necessary, but previous theatre experience required.
Imagine yourself on screen. Teens develop self-confidence Find your comedic voice. Students explore various types of
Our Year-long Intensive Programs are a place to belong—where others share in your larger commitment to the art and craft of
and self-awareness through cold reads, viewing and reviewing comedy writing, including sketch, stand-up, monologues,
theatre, on-camera, and vocal and musical performance.
performances, and on-set simulations. Students also take and short film, and listen to or watch successful examples
part in scene studies and on-camera improvisation to develop and discuss what makes them work. They also learn about Your journey is a year-long commitment. From September to June, you’ll work with industry professionals to take your skills to
a deeper understanding of acting techniques and screen different types of comedy, like parody, satire, and caricature. the next level. Students in our Intensives will have the opportunity to participate in performances throughout the year, such as
direction. Students have weekly in-class writing activities based on our Cabaret Evenings, Winter Shorts, Come Together, and the Expressions Theatre Festival.
the form of comedy studied that day. Special attention will
At-home preparation and regular attendance is required, especially for students considering further study in our Pre-
THE ART OF ACTING GI SS be placed on how to establish premise and how to develop a
professional Theatre program. Level placements are made in consultation with the Artistic Director. Students in the Musical
Whether you’re in front of the camera or a live audience, a good unique voice in all writing forms.
Theatre and Theatre Intensives will be grouped into ensembles based on age, experience, and skills development, allowing each
performance comes down to the art of acting. Teens sharpen student to focus on material appropriate to their group.
their instincts and discover how to make strong, consistent SCENE STUDY GI
choices. This class touches on improv, film, scene work, Get the most out of your rehearsal and bring your theatre For more information, or to apply for one of our Year-long Intensive Programs, visit artsumbrella.com/theatre or contact
rehearsal skills, and collaboration—all to improve their art. training to the next level. Students explore classic and Paul Moniz de Sá at pmonizdesa@artsumbrella.com.
contemporary theatre works and take charge of their process,
THE ART OF IMPROV GI working alongside industry professionals and Theatre
Life is improvised. The Art of Improv gives students tools Conservatory Program students. See page 27 for more
YOUTH ACTING INTENSIVE GI AGES 9–12
for the stage and for everyday life: problem solving, team information about the Theatre Conservatory Program.
Places, please! Young actors learn how to improve their
building, accepting and building on the ideas of others, rehearsal and performance skills through focused theatre
trusting instincts, communication, and much more. Get ready exercises that encourage mindfulness and self-awareness.
to play, explore, and share new ideas. Students also experiment with emotional and physical
character portrayals, all while collaborating with a class of
like-minded performers in a supportive environment.
YOUTH MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE GI AGES 9–12
Command the stage! Young performers work on group and
solo pieces from the musical theatre canon with a director/
choreographer and accompanist. Through play-based teaching,
students explore the intersection of dance, song, and acting.
In-depth vocal and acting techniques are brought into focus.
Students get more comfortable on stage and with each other as
they nurture their sense of self as a performing artist.
FILM ACTING INTENSIVE GI AGES 11–16
Discover what it’s like to be on set and what it takes to get you
there. Students collaborate to make an original short film,
which will be screened at Arts Umbrella’s Winter Shorts, Come
Together, and Expressions Theatre Festival. 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 television.
MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE GI AGES 11–16
Command the stage. Young performers work on group and
solo pieces from the musical theatre canon with a director/
choreographer, and accompanist. Students explore the
intersection of dance, song, and acting. In-depth vocal and
acting techniques are brought into focus. Teens get more
comfortable on stage and with each other as they nurture
their sense of self as a performing artist.
THEATRE INTENSIVE GI AGES 11–16
Trust your instincts. Develop your understanding of the actor’s
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Photo: Tim Matheson
process through character study, script work, Laban technique,
mime, mask, and breath work. Young actors are empowered to
access and make bold emotional and physical character choices.
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