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June 2018
Cool Arts – Classes & Workshops
Cool Arts Society provides quality arts experiences to local adults living with developmental disabilities through mid-week classes and weekend workshop offerings.
Find out more »EXHIBIT: Impressions
The “IMPRESSIONS” are a group of 10 professional and emerging artists who paint together one day a week at the Rotary Centre for the Arts; many since 2003.
Find out more »Dance Inertia-Array of Dance
"Dance Inertia presents it’s final performance of its 2017-18 season. Come enjoy a great afternoon of dance with Dance Inertia!!"
Find out more »Wire Work Jewellery (adults/youth 14+)
with Fay Wolfenden, Studio 113 Learn the fundamentals of working with wire. We will make our own jewellery findings: clasps, ear wires, wire wraps and a fun & funky pendant hanger to which you will add bead dangles (a choice of focal bead from my own lamp work collection). Tools, types & sizes of wire will be discussed for each project. Includes all materials. Gift Bag included! Mon / Mar. 12 / 5:00 – 7:30 PM / $40 Sat /…
Find out more »heART Fit – Spontaneous Process Painting
heART Fit is a practice for those seeking a creative lifestyle and improved health through creative relaxation. Open to all ages and levels of experience.
Find out more »Hand Building Techniques
Students will explore the basic methods of clay forming. Slab and coil construction methods, surface decoration and glazing techniques will be developed.
Find out more »Musical Theatre (adults/youth 13+)
Kathleen Munn and Mike Minons will join TKS this month to go over the basics of musical theatre! Come bring your voice as we’ll help you top the charts of your own catalogue and get you prepped up for what you’ll find on a stage musical!
Find out more »JAZZ JAM
JAZZ JAM is open to both players and listeners of all ages. Come by, have some fun and the a chance to meet people in an approachable and relaxed environment.
Find out more »Pottery Wheel Techniques
Students will learn to make cylinders, bowls and a vase. Glazing and decorating will take place on the last day.
Find out more »School of Blues with Kenny Wayne & Sherman Doucette
With Kenny Wayne & Sherman Doucette, on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday each month. Open to professors and spectators.
Find out more »Salsa Thursdays (Lesson & Dance)
For dancers of all skill levels - Beginners Welcome! Includes SALSA lesson & dance - 30 minute lesson with dance to follow.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast DAY Camps (ages 5-10)
This unique camp experience allows your child to explore and expand their creativity in Music, Drama/Dance and Visual Art.
Find out more »Intuitive Glass Art (adults)
Using pre-cut pieces of glass, assemble a colourful free form window. Add a bevel or some glass nuggets to complete your project.
Find out more »July 2018
EXHIBIT: Sandra Cook
Sandra Cook is a Kelowna based visual artist and painter. Her artistic efforts are concerned with growth and self expression. Her Interests in painting are influenced by the sights and sounds of everyday life.
Find out more »EXHIBIT: “Talk to Me”
“Talk to Me” is show is made up of paintings from 6 UBCO BFA students. Each one of these artists explores how colour is able to express emotions regarded to place and human experience.
Find out more »Summer Clay and Art Camp @ Potters Addict (ages 7-12)
For all mud & craft loving kids. Children learn the basic concepts of hand building, sculpture, decoration and glazing techniques, then go on to making fun loving craft projects, as well as oil, and acrylic painting techniques.
Find out more »Craftacular! (ages 6-8)
Calling all creative kids! Join us every Wednesday morning in summer to explore and create with a team of artists. You will be able to experiment with a variety of mediums like paint, pastel, beads, collage, sculpture and more!
Find out more »Feel the Rhythm Drum Circle w/Jim Copeman
Explore Your Inner Rhythm. A drum circle allows you to do this in a nonjudgmental environment with friendly people.
Find out more »Tricia at the RCA!
Join Tricia at the RCA for a fun, interactive evening of music. Sing-a-long, Name-that-Tune, Be a Star! All are welcome. This event is By Donation.
Find out more »ART STORIES (ages 2-5, parent participation)
Children ages 2-5 get the opportunity to explore the world of art and stories in this parent participation class.
Find out more »2018 OYP SUGARPLUM BALL
2018 OYP Sugarplum Ball / 19+ event ID required Kelowna May 2018 - In 2015, Mayor Colin Basran was dubbed "Mayor Sugarplum" after approving the city's first rainbow crosswalk. Mayor Basran’s acceptance lead to the creation of OYP Sugarplum Ball, which strives to celebrate and embrace diversity in our community. After the incredible success of the first event in 2016, which attracted international attention, The Okanagan Young Professionals and Okanagan Pride Society decided to make the event an annual celebration.…
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 5-day Camps (ages 5-6)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 5-day Camps (ages 7-8)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 5-day Camps (ages 9-13)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Fused Glass Pendant (adults/youth 12+)
Fusing is the process of melting glass in a kiln until it fuses together into one piece. Use your creative spirit to make 2 pendants or key chains.
Find out more »Bead Stringing Techniques
Join Fay Wolfenden and learn the basics of stringing beads on wire. Choose to make a necklace or bracelet.
Find out more »JUST for KIDS: Mosaic Chalk Board or Picture Frame (youth 6-12)
Have fun & take home a colourful chalk board for your messages or picture frame. Using pre-cut pieces of glass (all glass has been tumbled to remove any sharp pieces). Using your creativity you will add a glass border to a chalk board.
Find out more »PAINT & SIP – Starry Night Sky (adults)
Want to do something different on your Saturday night? Join us for a fun evening of painting, sipping lovely teas and nibbling on scrumptious treats!
Find out more »Theatrical Dance (adults/youth 13+)
We’re continuing our musical theatre journey with the language of your body! Here we’ll discover the basics of dance and introducing you to some choreographies to give you a taste of what you’ll do in a musical performance!
Find out more »WALL HANGING (adults)
You will be creating a totally unique piece of modern home decor! We will be using smooth sticks, shells, found objects and up-cycled fabrics. This style is great for beginners and enthusiasts alike!
Find out more »Stained Glass Window Art (adults)
In this 2-part workshop you will learn everything you need to know to complete a small stained glass window. Includes: project design, choosing glass colours, cutting, shaping, foiling, solder, assembly and finishing techniques. We will be using the Tiffany Method.
Find out more »The Rhythm Event 2018
The Rhythm Event is a celebration of the diverse and talented artists in our city. Instrumentalists, vocalists and dance performers will come together for an evening of family friendly enjoyment.
Find out more »August 2018
EXHIBIT: Angela Hansen, ‘Morphogenesis’
Angela creates with encaustics and acrylics and her work is recognized for its organic-inspired imagery, sculptural qualities and use of texture. She is very interested in the human psyche and that which cannot be seen; that which exists through experience, time and change.
Find out more »Stained Glass Sun Catcher Workshop (adults)
Introduction to stained glass. You will learn to cut glass, shape, foil, solder and finish a sun-catcher from a variety of easy patterns (consisting of about 3-4 pieces) ready to hang in your window.
Find out more »PAINT & SIP – Campfire Sky (adults)
Want to do something different on your Saturday night? Join us for a fun evening of painting, sipping lovely teas and nibbling on scrumptious treats!
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 4-day Camp (ages 5-6)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 4-day Camp (ages 7-8)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast 4-day Camp (ages 9-13)
Arts Blast allows your child to explore the power of imagination, while raising self-esteem & confidence as they take classes in Music, Drama, Dance and Art.
Find out more »Bird Stilt Chorus Workshop
Each session will include a warm-up, training and exercises intended to bring awareness to the movement habits stilts require. At the beginner level we work with proper stilt alignment, and can move into movement patterns, improvisation, and transitions to the ground and back. The pace and the content of this work will be responsive to the participants.
Find out more »Fragment Art Fusing (adults/youth 10+)
In this workshop you will design and make a fused glass window hanging. No glass cutting required. Get Creative! Easy-peasy…
Find out more »JUST for KIDS: Fused Glass Funny Faces & Animals (youth 6-11)
In this workshop you will make 3 funny faces. Choose to add a magnet for your fridge or wire to make a necklace or dangle doodle.
Find out more »Summer Arts Blast Camp for Preschoolers (ages 3-5)
Pre-schoolers explore the wonders of visual and performing arts. Camps are fun, encouraging, creative and safe experiences for boys and girls.
Find out more »Tea at High Noon
Our English cook lovingly prepares finger sandwiches with coronation chicken, traditional scones and whipped cream, finishing off with Banoffee Pie, Lemon Curd Shortbread and a chocolate dipped strawberry!
Find out more »WALL HANGING (adults)
You will be creating a totally unique piece of modern home decor! We will be using smooth sticks, shells, found objects and up-cycled fabrics. This style is great for beginners and enthusiasts alike!
Find out more »Shakespeare (adults/youth 13+)
Get ready for Romance and Intrigue – Wizards and Weird Sisters – Kings and Fools – Climb down off the Saddle of Reality and enter the Green World to witness the most fun aspects of Shakespeare’s World!
Find out more »September 2018
Coronation St. ‘Beth & Sinead’
A rare treat for Coronation Street fans, Beth & Sinead offer a chance to hear from the newer generation of Corrie Stars who are behind the sewing machines and exciting story lines at the Underworld factory. Showcasing Lisa George who plays Beth Sutherland and Katie McGlynn who play Sinead Tinker her niece on Britain’s longest-running television drama.
Find out more »October 2018
Drawing for Beginners (adults 15+)
Learn to draw objects from life or a photo, in a great setting. Focus will be spent on “Seeing like an Artist”, offering tools and ways to improve and continue moving forward. Beginners and those with some drawing experience welcome.
Find out more »Mad World-A Post-Apocalyptic Circus
Come one come all for an evening of visual & performance art, music and fire!
In this wasteland of metal, muses and characters from all corners of the world, let us come together to celebrate Kinshira's 10th Year of performance!
Action Scenes (adults/youth 13+)
Want to make sure your pirates and have a great swashbuckling battle among the decks of the ship? Will your train robbers grip you with fear as they kick the ranger off of his caboose? Join us for the action workshop and pump some fun into your scenes!
Find out more »Chamber Music Kelowna -Dali Quartet & Olga Kern, piano
Friday, October 19, 2018, 7:30pm The members of the Dali Quartet are from Venezuela, Puerto Rico and the United States and studied with world-renowned artists at Yale and Indiana Universities, Cleveland Institute of Music and Simon Bolivar Conservatory in Venezuela. Based now in Philadelphia, the quartet is sought after for its signature mix of Classical, Romantic and Latin American repertoire and engaging and passionate performances. Russian-American pianist Olga Kern was the First Prize Winner of the Rachmaninoff International Piano Competition…
Find out more »Arts Blast for Adults
This evening features Art, Drama, Dance, and Music and is led by professional instructors… a stellar experience exploring the power of imagination.
Find out more »November 2018
Songs of the Southern Belles
Rotary Centre for the Arts Presents: Songs of the Southern Belles Thursday November 15 and Friday November 16th at 7:30pm Tickets:$40 Adults,$35 Members,Seniors, Groups of 6 or more,$25 Students Purchase below, or call the Rotary Centre for the Arts box office at 250-717-5304.
Find out more »Chamber Music Kelowna-Aspen Trio
Saturday, November 17, 2018, 7:30pm The Aspen String Trio is one of the rare professional string trios performing and touring today. As summer faculty colleagues at the Aspen Festival and School in Colorado, these artists have been playing together for more than twenty years. Violinist David Perry is an Artist-in-Residence at the University of Wisconsin and is first violin in the Pro Arte Quartet. He served as concertmaster of the Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra and has recorded a number of violin…
Find out more »DIY Theatre: Create Your Own Show (adults/youth 13+)
You’ve learned all year and you’ve worked hard! We put the reigns in your hands as this month you’ll create your own 10 Minute Productions to be performed Dec 19th in the atrium - show the experience you’ve earned this year!
Find out more »January 2019
Chamber Music Kelowna-Lysander Piano Trio
Friday, January 11, 2019, 7:30pm The Lysander Piano Trio was formed at The Juilliard School in New York in 2009 and takes its name from Shakespeare’s: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Winners of the Concert Artists Guild Competition, the Bronze Medal at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the Coleman Chamber Ensemble Competition and the C. Arriaga Chamber Music Competition, this Trio has performed extensively in major centers across North America. Highlights include performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall,…
Find out more »February 2019
Chamber Music Kelowna-Mark Fewer violin & Hank Knox, harpsichord
Friday, February 8, 2019, 7:30pm The rarely performed Sonatas for Violin and Harpsichord of J.S. Bach have been called “miracles of music”, where a single violin embarks on some of the most remarkable musical discourses ever written. Juno Award- winning violinist Mark Fewer has performed around the world to critical acclaim in virtually every role asked for of a violinist, from the early Baroque to avant-garde. His varied career includes concert master of the Vancouver Symphony, performing in chamber music…
Find out more »April 2019
Chamber Music Kelowna-New Orford String Quartet
Friday, April 12, 2019 at 7:30pm The members of the New Orford String Quartet are concertmasters and principal cellist and violist in the Montreal, Detroit and Toronto Symphonies. Champions of Canadian works, the New Orford String Quartet regularly programs contemporary and commissioned works in their concerts, with repertoire spanning 225 years. The quartet tours the major cities of North America as well as bringing their performances to smaller centres and rural communities that may not otherwise hear chamber music. The…
Find out more »PARKING : Metered street parking is available outside the centre (free after 5 PM & Sundays). One block south on Ellis Street, parking has been increased at the Library Parkade to 668 spaces, and Memorial Parkade to 519 spaces. Parkades are free after 6 PM except during special events. There is an Impark Lot at Prospera Place (access from Water or Cawston) and Impark Lot at the corner of Ellis and Cawston (access from Cawston).
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ROTARY CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
421 Cawston Avenue
Kelowna, BC V1Y 6Z1
250-717-5304
info@rotarycentreforthearts.com
Rotary Centre for the Arts is a unique City of Kelowna facility managed by Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre Society.
