As a child, you probably did many creative things in the run of a day – from painting pictures and writing stories, to making costumes and home-made instruments and modelling whole worlds out of Play-Doh. Your creativity, ideas and energy probably seemed boundless as you let your imagination run wild. Wouldn’t it be great if […]
Pivot Like an Artist: The 2021 Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Festival
The Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Festival is a much beloved institution here in the province. Every August, thousands of music lovers gather together at Bannerman Park in downtown St. John’s to enjoy the sounds of some of the finest folk and traditional artists in the province, country and beyond. Last summer, the pandemic forced a […]
Spotlight on Union House Arts’ Visiting Artists Program
Summer in Newfoundland and Labrador is usually jam-packed with events of every kind. And while the ongoing pandemic means this still isn’t quite a typical summer, there are plenty of events and activities to participate in to help you get out of the house, get your creative juices flowing and engage with your community. In […]
Spotlight on the St. John’s Summer Trail Mix
When it comes to musical talent, Newfoundland and Labrador punches far above its weight. Whether it’s folk, traditional, rock, classical, electronic, and on it goes, we’re fortunate to have so many musicians in so many genres who are creating, performing and sharing their creativity and talents with us. Mix together some of our best and […]
Spotlight on National Indigenous Peoples Day & First Light
June is National Indigenous History Month, which takes on new meaning and significance in light of recent events. During this time, we recognize and reflect upon the history, heritage and diverse cultures of Indigenous Peoples throughout our province and country. This is also the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge and understanding by reading books […]
How to Go Digital: Q&A with Hugh Donnan & Steve Power of the NSO
If anything, this past year has shown us how to adapt quickly to an ever-changing situation. Arts organizations in particular have shown their resiliency by transitioning their performances, workshops and other events to online platforms, hosting socially-distanced events when possible, and coming up with other ingenious ways to allow people to enjoy a creative experience […]
