Inspired performances, theatre showcases, and art exhibitions come together to create Arts Umbrella’s yearly festival of the arts. Expressions is an opportunity to celebrate young artists and their boundless creativity.

Every discipline, every class, and virtually every Arts Umbrella student from Spring session showcases work during Expressions, allowing young artists to take pride in their accomplishments, and share that pride with family, friends, and the broader public.

Events include four engaging Theatre presentations at the Waterfront Theatre, four art exhibits representing all ages of Visual and Media Arts students, and a Dance Season Finale at the Vancouver Playhouse.

Visual & Media Arts
  • Early Learning Visual Arts Exhibition, May 11-31, Arts Umbrella Granville Island
  • Exposure: Visual, Applied & Media Arts Exhibition, June 4-7, Waterfall Gallery, 1540 West 2nd
  • South Surrey Expressions Celebration, June 6, Arts Umbrella South Surrey, N116-15850 26 Avenue, Surrey, including an Open Creative Drama Workshop for ages 6-12
  • South Surrey Visual Arts Exhibition, June 3-13, Arts Umbrella South Surrey, N116-15850 26 Avenue, Surrey
Theatre
  • Alice in Wonderland, May 21 & 22, Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island
  • The Martian Chronicles, May 21 & 22, Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island
  • Bring It On, May 23 & 24, Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island
  • Theatre & Music Year-end Showcase, May 24, Waterfront Theatre, Granville Island
Dance
  • Arts Umbrella Dance Company Season Finale, May 21-23, Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton
  • Arts Umbrella Dance Program Recital, June 11-14, Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton