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Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2–22 cultivate their creativity in Dance, Theatre, and Art & Design. As a non-profit centre for arts education, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change kids’ lives in incredible ways. When young people connect with the arts, they gain self-confidence, develop self-discipline, and discover creative expression—qualities they carry with them for life. Arts Umbrella has three locations in Vancouver and Surrey, as well as donor-funded programs at schools, community centres, neighbourhood houses, and healthcare facilities across Metro Vancouver. We reach approximately 20,000 students every year, with nearly 75% participating at little to no cost.
Upcoming
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Expressions Theatre Festival 2025
Arts Umbrella is proud to announce the 2025 schedule for our highly anticipated annual celebration; Expressions Festival! Expressions Festival brings inspired, cutting-edge performances, and innovative showcases – centered around celebrating our talented young artists. The 2025 line-up includes: Seasaw Charla is the new girl at school, nervous about her shabby clothes and mourning her parents’ … Continued
Jun 8 - 14
Expressions Theatre Intensive Showcases
The following showcases are part of the Expressions Theatre Festival, the Robert M. Ledingham School of Theatre, Music & Films annual year-end festival, and is the cumulation of a year’s hard work by the Theatre, Music & Film students. Tickets are $15 and all shows will take place at the Jack and Darlene Poole Theatre … Continued
Jun 12 - 15
2025 Recital
Join us for Arts Umbrella’s year-end dance performance, celebrating the accomplishments and achievements of our young dancers over the past 10 months. Recital shows will take place on the following dates: Thursday, June 12 | 7:00PM Friday, June 13 | 7:00PM Saturday, June 14 | 7:00PM Sunday, June 15 | 7:00PM Click your … Continued
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Arts Umbrella donors, volunteers, and sponsors share the same belief: that arts education can transform a child’s life. Whether attending an event, making a monthly gift, or donating time, our supporters are vital to helping us inspire creativity for good through the arts.