Workshop series puts focus on return of performing arts

WELLINGTON COUNTY – SPARC (Supporting Performing Arts in Rural and Remote Communities) Network and partners the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild, Minto Arts Council and the Town of Minto are hosting a workshop series for the region’s performing arts community.

Called Lights Up! The  Performing Arts Return, the series features full day workshops that will take place in Harriston, Moorefield, Fergus and  Mount Forest.  

Participants can sign up for as many of the workshops as they like ($25/ workshop or all four for $80). Workshops will run from 10am-3:30/4pm and include lunch.  

Topics are:   

– How NOT to put on a show or It seemed like a good idea at the time,  led by Michael  Clipperton and Drayton Entertainment on April 23 at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre; 

– Wellness in the Arts – led by Samantha Marchionda, Krystal Lyah and Brenda  Manderson on May 14 at the Maryborough Community Centre in Moorefield;  

– Welcoming Everyone, led by Rachel Marks, Abby Graham and The Grove and the  Canadian Council of Muslims on June 11, Fergus (location TBA); and  

– Movers & Shakers – Networking & Promotion – led by Motus O dance theatre on June 26 near Mount Forest.  

For more information, or to register go to Eventbrite: lightsupworkshopseries2022.eventbrite.com.