June 1, 2023 – Confederation Centre Art Gallery invites artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for the 17th annual Artist Trading Cards event. Artist trading cards are miniature works of art. They can be created with any material imaginable, including paper, wool, wood, clay, and more. The main requirement is…

Pour la version française, cliquez ici. May 30, 2023 – One of Canada’s most esteemed academics will be awarded the 2023 Symons Medal by Confederation Centre of the Arts in November, just before the launch of the inaugural Charlottetown Forum. The Centre announced that the Honourable Michael Ignatieff, PC, CM, will be the 23rd recipient…

May 18, 2023 – What has been called “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen” by HuffPost is coming to The Charlottetown Festival this summer. Playing at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s mainstage, The Play That Goes Wrong is an award-winning smash-hit comedy that has taken over Broadway and London’s West End. The Sherlock Holmes meets Monty…

– Interactive event to discuss the impact of immigration – May 15, 2023 – Over a third of Prince Edward Islanders have ancestral ties to Scotland, the setting for the new musical MAGGIE coming to The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. The show explores immigration and its impact on families, so Confederation Centre of the Arts is…

– Select Festival tickets on sale for Mother’s Day – April 27, 2023 – To celebrate the upcoming Mother’s Day, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced the cast and creative team bringing MAGGIE to the stage for The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. Set in post-war Scotland, MAGGIE tells the inspirational tale of a fiery school cleaner…

– Contest launched for Maritimers to win a trip to opening night –  April 20, 2023 – A new Canadian musical from the originating producer of Come From Away and celebrated recording artist Johnny Reid is set to play in Charlottetown this summer. Set in post-war Scotland, MAGGIE tells the inspirational tale of a fiery…

April 18, 2023 – One of Canada’s most impressive private collections of Canadian art will be on public display in the Maritimes for the first time this summer. Coming to Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) in June, Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art braids together works by early European newcomers, titans of Canadian 20th…

April 12, 2023 – Family-friendly programming returns to the Outdoor Amphitheatre at Confederation Centre of the Arts this summer. Back by popular demand, the high-energy show Munschables will bring a selection of stories from beloved children’s author Robert Munsch to life through an interactive and musical performance. Sponsored by TD Ready Commitment, the show will be performed…

April 5, 2023 – Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are now accepting donations for one of their most anticipated annual fundraising events – the Pinch Penny Fair. The Centre is now accepting gently used items, including: household items, books, sporting goods, toys, plants, music, jewelry, furniture, tools, glassware, etc. Please note: clothing, televisions,…

April 4, 2023 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as Island artists. Each month, a unique piece from an Island…

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 – Two new exhibitions will be on view at Confederation Centre Art Gallery at the Spring Gallery Opening on Saturday, March 18 at 7 p.m. The evening reception will begin in Studio 1 with light food, a cash bar, music from the band Dehsk, and short performance from media artist and…

March 2, 2023 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as Island artists. Each month a unique piece from an Island…

March 1, 2023 – An upcoming open house will give Islanders an opportunity to provide feedback on plans for the former provincial library space at Confederation Centre of the Arts. “We have been working with all stakeholders since 2018 to determine what should be in the space, and we are excited about how these plans…

February 28, 2023 – A backstage training program will return for its third iteration at Confederation Centre of the Arts. The opportunity gives participants hands-on training from highly accomplished industry professionals in a variety of production departments, including lighting, props, sound, stage management, and wardrobe. The program is funded through the Canada-PEI Labour Market Agreements.…

February 16, 2023 – To usher in Islander Day weekend, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced Islanders who will take the stage in The Play That Goes Wrong at The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. Playing at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s mainstage, The Play That Goes Wrong is an award-winning smash-hit comedy that has taken over…

February 13, 2023 – With the 2023 Winter Games just around the corner, Confederation Centre Art Gallery has a new exhibition spotlighting Island athletes of colour. Now on view in the Frederic S. and Ogden Martin Concourse Gallery, It’s More Than Sports: A Celebration of BIPOC Athletes on Prince Edward Island features BIPOC (Black, Indigenous,…

February 1, 2023 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. The Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as Island artists. Each month a unique piece from an…

– Performances from Joel Plaskett Emergency, Lennie Gallant, and more – January 30, 2023 – Prince Edward Island is set to welcome thousands of visitors for the 2023 Canada Winter Games, and Confederation Centre of the Arts is thrilled to collaborate on a variety of cultural activities. As an official partner of the Games, the…

January 19, 2023 – For the first time ever, L.M. Montgomery’s original manuscript of Anne of Green Gables is available to readers everywhere through a new digital exhibition. The Anne of Green Gables Manuscript: L.M. Montgomery and the Creation of Anne officially launched online today. The digital exhibition will allow people to explore Montgomery’s original…

January 10, 2023 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is seeking housing for artists involved with The 2023 Charlottetown Festival. P.E.I.’s housing crunch makes it challenging to find accommodations, and the Centre relies on the support of the community to welcome top-tier talent to the Island. The Centre assists seasonal artists with their housing search…

January 3, 2023 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. The Friends of the Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as Island artists. Starting January 3, a unique piece from…

December 2, 2022 – Young Island residents have an opportunity to audition for The Charlottetown Festival next week. Confederation Centre of the Arts is hosting auditions for Munschables, a family-friendly show that is back at The Charlottetown Festival by popular demand. The high-energy production brings the exciting and silly world of children’s author Robert Munsch…

December 1, 2022 – The world premiere production of an original Canadian musical, a smash-hit comedy, a pair of cabarets, and family-friendly performances make up The 2023 Charlottetown Festival lineup, revealed today at Confederation Centre of the Arts. “The 2023 Festival is full of stories of resilience, inspiration, empowerment, and lots of laughter,” says Adam…

November 28, 2022 – A story of the special connection between Japan and Prince Edward Island is being brought to life on stage. Confederation Centre of the Arts announced plans to adapt the novel Anne’s Cradle: The Life and Works of Hanako Muraoka into a play. The bestselling biography of the Japanese translator of Anne…

– Rights to the show will be available to schools and non-professional community groups in the Maritimes through Concord Theatricals – November 24, 2022 – Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ will return to the stage for the 150th birthday of Lucy Maud Montgomery. Confederation Centre of the Arts is delighted to announce the extension and…

November 17, 2022 – An exhibition exploring relationships between art institutions and Black artists opens on Saturday, November 19 at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG). While Black: a forum for speculation on what the gallery can’t hold documents the relationships that Black artists working in Canada have to art galleries and their systems of…

– Proceeds will go to the United Way of P.E.I. for distribution throughout Atlantic Canada – October 24, 2022 – Atlantic Canadians came together at Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 17 for a community-centric night of music with national phenomenon Choir! Choir! Choir! to raise funds for Hurricane Fiona relief. Sweet Relief: A…

– Toronto’s Choir! Choir! Choir! will co-present the show with proceeds going to the United Way – October 6, 2022 – The aftermath of Hurricane Fiona has left Atlantic Canadians, and many organizations and businesses, in need of major support. To help with recovery efforts, Confederation Centre of the Arts, in partnership with Choir! Choir!…

As hurricane recovery efforts continue throughout the province, Confederation Centre of the Arts plans to resume normal operations on Monday, October 3. Please see below for updates on specific programs. Thursday, September 29 • City of Charlottetown warming centre hours: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday, September 30 • All Centre offices and programs are…

– Shelagh Rogers to explore the power of narrative and active listening in lecture titled “Shut Up and Listen: Changing Our Story” – September 21, 2022 (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – One of Canada’s most esteemed broadcast-journalists will give her take on the state of Canadian Confederation on October 13 as the recipient of the 2022 Symons…

Drums Across Canada returns Sunday, September 11 for a hybrid, cross-country drum circle event that will draw the Celebration of Nations gathering to a close with a collective message of unity, peace, respect, and friendship. Drums Across Canada has paired Indigenous drumming groups from six provinces and two territories with eight different performing arts venues…

September 8, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history. She made more than 20 visits to Canada during her reign, including to Charlottetown for the grand opening of the Centre in 1964. On October 6, 1964, Queen Elizabeth II…

Confederation Centre of the Arts is mourning the passing of Charles F. Scott, who passed away on August 30, 2022, at the age of 74. Charles was a long-time supporter of the Centre, serving as a board member from 2005 until 2019, when he was appointed governor. Charles followed in the footsteps of his father,…

– LIVE @ the Centre 2022-2023 lineup just announced – August 30, 2022 – Several famous faces will be hitting the stage at Confederation Centre of the Arts this fall and winter. The Centre announced the 2022-2023 lineup for LIVE @ the Centre, which features award-winning musicians, street-dancing, comedy, and more. The program kicks off…

August 23, 2022 – Four new board members were appointed to the national board of directors at Confederation Centre of the Arts during the annual general meeting in July. “Confederation Centre of the Arts is so pleased to welcome these four outstanding individuals to the Board of Directors,” says CEO Steve Bellamy. “As we embark…

August 2, 2022 – (Charlottetown, PE) – A show based on the life about one of Canada’s most inspiring women plays at The Charlottetown Festival this month. After performances in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Québec, Hey Viola! is making its debut in Atlantic Canada. Starting at The Mack on August 3, Hey Viola! is…

– Donation marks largest single gift in Centre history – July 15, 2022 (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – Prince Edward Island’s largest theatre officially has a new name. Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that its mainstage theatre is now named Sobey Family Theatre in recognition of an outstanding gift of support from members of the…

Photo cutline: Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada. Photo credit: Sgt Johanie Maheu, Rideau Hall © OSGG-BSGG, 2021. July 8, 2022 (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – Confederation Centre of the Arts is honoured to announce that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has granted viceregal…

June 10, 2022 – (St. John’s, NL) – The new musical comedy Tell Tale Harbour already has its next destination after it makes its world premiere at The Charlottetown Festival. After its summer run, the show and its original cast will pack up and head to Newfoundland and Labrador for a cross-province tour. “Confederation Centre…

June 2, 2022 – An exciting new slate of exhibitions will be featured at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) for its Summer Gallery Opening on Saturday, June 11 at 7 p.m. The evening reception will begin in the newly renovated Courtyard Lounge and Studio 1 with light food, a cash bar, and live music…

May 19, 2022 – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery invites artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for the 16th annual Artist Trading Cards event. This year, the registration will be limited to 50 participants. However, this number does not include participants who will be mailing their cards. Registration will be…

– The Symons Medal Lecture will be held on Thursday, October 13 – May 17, 2022 – One of Canada’s most esteemed broadcast-journalists will be awarded the 2022 Symons Medal in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island this fall. Confederation Centre of the Arts announced that Shelagh Rogers, OC will be the twenty-second recipient of the prestigious…

May 6, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts continues to follow guidance from the Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) as the province moves through its COVID-19 transition plan. As of Friday, May 6, Prince Edward Island is ending the mandate to wear masks in indoor public places. Although mask use will no longer be…

May 5, 2022 – The funny and heartfelt show Betty’s Song is coming to Confederation Centre of the Arts this summer as part of The 2022 Charlottetown Festival. Proudly sponsored by The Gray Group Real Estate & Development, The 2022 Charlottetown Festival includes seven productions across the Centre’s three venues – including Tell Tale Harbour, Anne…

May 2, 2022 – Troy Gallant has joined the senior management team at Confederation Centre of the Arts as director of operations.  A professional engineer, Gallant’s diverse career has spanned over twenty years and four provinces in the industrial, healthcare, institutional, bioscience, and consulting sectors.  He started his career with PEI Energy before venturing to…

April 26, 2022 – After a two-year hiatus, P.E.I.’s most iconic redhead is back with a talented cast of performers from across Canada.   Proudly sponsored by The Gray Group Real Estate & Development, The 2022 Charlottetown Festival includes seven productions across Confederation Centre of the Arts’ three venues – including Tell Tale Harbour, Betty’s Song, and Hey…

April 14, 2022 – CEO Steve Bellamy and Confederation Centre of the Arts are pleased to welcome Francesca Perez to the senior management group as the Centre’s new Director of Arts Education and Heritage. Perez is a non-profit arts administrator and classically trained musician with over 10 years of progressively senior administrative roles in the…

April 6, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is thrilled to announce the full cast and creative team for Tell Tale Harbour. The new musical comedy, starring music icon Alan Doyle, will have its world premiere at The Charlottetown Festival in June. Proudly sponsored by The Gray Group Real Estate & Development, The 2022…

– Lottery supports arts education and Island artists – April 1, 2022 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. The Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as…

March 31, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is preparing for The 2022 Charlottetown Festival, which includes the world premiere of the new Canadian musical comedy Tell Tale Harbour. Proudly sponsored by The Gray Group Real Estate & Development, The 2022 Charlottetown Festival includes seven productions across the Centre’s three venues – including Anne…

– Upcoming public events connect patrons with exhibitions, curators, and artists – March 16, 2022 – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is thrilled to invite the public to its Spring Gallery Opening on Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m. The evening will begin in Memorial Hall with light food, a cash bar, and live…

March 9, 2022 – The recent atrocities in the Ukraine have served as a stark reminder of the horrors of war, and the continued effort we all must make to find peaceful ways to resolve conflicts.  Confederation Centre of the Arts encourages all Canadians to support those affected by ongoing conflict around the world. There…

– Auditions will be held April 10 – March 9, 2022 – As Confederation Centre of the Arts prepares to bring Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™ back to the mainstage, the show’s director invites Island children to audition for the production. Known as the ‘Children of Avonlea’, this chorus of youths spends the…

– Participants get hands-on experience with industry professionals – March 2, 2022 – After the success of the inaugural program, Confederation Centre of the Arts is once again running its Backstage Training Program. This paid opportunity gives participants hands-on training from highly accomplished industry professionals in a variety of production departments, including lighting, props, sound,…

– Lottery supports arts education and Island artists – March 1, 2022 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. The Friends of Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs at the Centre as well as…

February 25, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is following guidance from the Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) as the province moves through its COVID-19 transition plan.   At this time, patrons attending live performances can expect the following changes:   Step 1: In progress Events are operating at 50% capacity, which is 550 patrons…

February 24, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is currently seeking housing for artists performing in The 2022 Charlottetown Festival. P.E.I.’s housing crunch makes it challenging to find accommodations, and the Centre relies on the support of the community to welcome top-tier talent to the Island. The Centre assists seasonal artists with their housing…

– Panel will discuss challenges, barriers, and opportunities in PEI – February 22, 2022 – To cap off Black History Month, a collection of Black artists will be sharing their experiences and stories of working in Prince Edward Island. Confederation Centre of the Arts is hosting the panel discussion, which will be moderated by diversity,…

– Select Festival tickets on sale to celebrate – February 17, 2022 – To usher in Islander Day weekend, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced the latest actor taking on the legacy of P.E.I.’s iconic redhead, Anne Shirley. And to celebrate the return of Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™, one of two mainstage shows at…

“In November 1946, hair salon owner Viola Desmond went to a film at the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow, NS. But what began as a night at the movies became a night in prison. Unaware that the theatre was segregated, the Black Nova Scotian chose a main‐floor seat. When she refused to move to the…

February 11, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts continues to work with industry experts to determine the full scope of a cyber-attack that took place on January 25. The Centre has established that the incident was a ransomware attack, which resulted in the encryption of files on some of the Centre’s servers. “When the…

– LIVE @ the Centre programming to return this month – February 9, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts is open to the public, and resuming regular operating hours. This follows the latest guidance and updates from the Chief Public Health Office (CPHO). LIVE @ the Centre will return to the stage February 24…

February 7, 2022 – CEO Steve Bellamy and Confederation Centre of the Arts are pleased to welcome John Mooy to the Senior Management group as the Centre’s new Director of Human Resources. As a Chartered Professional in Human Resources, Certified Talent Management Practitioner, and Canadian Management Professional, Mooy has over 20 years of progressive HR…

(Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – Confederation Centre of the Arts has been impacted by a cyber security incident. Centre personnel discovered the incident on the afternoon of January 25. The Centre immediately engaged a team of experts to assist in its efforts to understand the scope of the incident and its potential impact. That work is ongoing.…

January 19, 2022 – Confederation Centre of the Arts will be closed to the public as of Wednesday, January 19. This follows the Chief Public Health Office’s (CPHO) instigation of a two-week circuit breaker approach to protocols, extending until January 31. This closure does not include the Confederation Centre Public Library, which will remain open.…

January 10, 2022 – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery is in the midst of transformation as it prepares for several new exhibitions in January and February. “The recently installed exhibition Fairy Tails, which explores the wondrous role of animals in storytelling, is the first of five new exhibitions coming this winter,” says Gallery director Kevin…

– Lottery will feature a new piece each month, tickets available for $20 – January 4, 2022 – Island residents have the unique opportunity to win a specially curated piece through an exclusive art lottery. The Friends of the Confederation Centre of the Arts are hosting Art Lotto, a fundraiser to support arts education programs…

– Program includes award-winning musicians, an acrobatic circus, and more – December 16, 2021 – After a successful run of fall and holiday performances, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced the second half of its LIVE @ the Centre 2021-2022 lineup. This slate of shows will run from January until May and feature acclaimed artists…

– Lineup will feature stories of resilience, community, and strength – November 16, 2021 – Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today The 2022 Charlottetown Festival lineup, which includes the world premiere of the new Canadian musical comedy Tell Tale Harbour. Proudly sponsored by The Gray Group Real Estate & Development, The 2022 Charlottetown Festival…

– World-famous musical will return for the 2022 Charlottetown Festival – (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) After a two-year hiatus, P.E.I.’s most iconic redhead is returning to the Confederation Centre of the Arts stage. Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ will be one of two mainstage productions of the 2022 Charlottetown Festival, marking the first time the show will…

– Artist in Residence Casey Koyczan presents exhibition and ArtTalk – (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) A new media installation recently developed by Tlicho-Dene artist Casey Koyczan opens at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) on October 13. nayiìhtła ; light is Koyczan’s first exhibition on P.E.I., and he will undertake a week-long residency at CCAG. Originally from Yellowknife,…

-The Honourable Louise Arbour to deliver the lecture on October 29-   (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – One of Canada’s most experienced international law experts will give her take on the state of Canadian Confederation on October 29 as the recipient of the 2021 Symons Medal. The Honourable Louise Arbour, CC, GOQ, is a former UN High…

-The season opens with Scott Parsons on October 15- September 23, 2021 – LIVE @ The Centre makes its highly anticipated return to the Mainstage at Confederation Centre of the Arts this October with a diverse line-up that includes some of the region’s most talented and acclaimed artists. And this season the Centre will pay…

-Newly unveiled mural by Bronson Jacque will be in the gallery until December- A new work of art on display at Confederation Centre Art Gallery puts a face on people whose lives have been forever altered by family members and friends who have gone missing. “We have unveiled a very precious piece of art that…

Confederation Centre of the Arts is committed to presenting theatre and visual arts work that supports racialized artists and elevates social issues. The Confederation Centre Young Company has been presenting progressive musical theatre productions free to audiences for years. These shows support social justice issues and in recent years have focused particularly on Truth &…

-The third installment in this year’s CIBC Charlottetown Festival opens August 12- Making its Island premiere this August is the internationally-acclaimed, OLD STOCK: A Refugee Love Story, presented by Nova Scotia’s 2b Theatre Company. Opening August 12 on the Mainstage at Confederation Centre of the Arts, this life-affirming musical tells the true story of two Romanian refugees meeting at…

-“The Voices of Resilience” and “Street Fusion” will host free noon-time and evening performances through August 21- The amphitheatre at Confederation Centre of the Arts will come to life this summer with two free shows intended to entertain, educate, and promote inter-cultural understanding. The Voices of Resilience is written and performed by The Mi’kmaq Heritage…

-Ned Pratt comes to the Centre representing Newfoundland and Labrador- The Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust, known as Confederation Centre of the Arts, is very pleased to announce the appointment of well-known St. John’s photographer Ned (Edwyn) Pratt to its national board of directors. “Mr. Pratt has deep roots in his home province and is…

-Two Thumbs Up (Arts and Crafts) to feature the artist collective’s final exhibition of new work- Award-winning Quebec-based artist collective BGL, who have represented Canada at the Venice Biennale, and have won major acclaim around the world, opens an exhibit of new work at the Confederation Centre Gallery (CCAG) on July 17th. “This is going…

-Details of a new production to be announced soon-   Due to unforeseen circumstances, Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that the Young Company’s production of The Rising, which was to premiere on Friday, July 9 has been cancelled. It will be replaced by a new production to be announced later this month. “It’s…

-Upgrades will benefit patrons and staff, and will improve the overall visitor experience- A major infrastructure investment by the federal government will result in an enhanced patron experience, and better systems for staff at Confederation Centre of the Arts. The $1.707 million investment from ACOA, Canadian Heritage, and the Centre supports major facility upgrades including…

-Lou MacEachern Community Partnership Program launched at CCOA- A new partnership program launched at Confederation Centre of the Arts will make the Centre’s facilities more accessible to a variety of local organizations. The Lou MacEachern Community Partnership Program allows a diverse cross-section of local organizations whose goals and objectives are aligned with those of the Centre…

Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, when we celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. This day was chosen as it is a day on which many Indigenous peoples traditionally celebrate community, heritage, and the cultural significance of the summer solstice—the longest day of the year. June 21 offers an opportunity for people…

 –World premiere will feature an ensemble of actor-musicians channeling Rita MacNeil’s songs and spirit– Tickets are “flying on their own” for this summer’s world premiere of Dear Rita, opening June 29 at The Charlottetown Festival. Sponsored by Key Murray Law, Dear Rita is a musical toast to ‘Cape Breton’s First Lady of Song’, celebrating the life, tenacity, and…

-Opening June 19, retrospective exhibition celebrates art festival’s first decade- It may be hard to believe, but Art in the Open, Charlottetown’s outdoor public art festival, is 10 years old! The first edition, held in August 2011, brought together the Confederation Centre Art Gallery, this town is small, inc., and the City of Charlottetown to collaborate…

-Confederation Centre Art Gallery makes call for Artist Trading Cards registrations- (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is looking for artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for their upcoming summer event, Artist Trading Cards. The 15th annual trading event will be held on Thursday, August 12 at…

-The Honourable Louise Arbour to receive the 21st Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life- Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that the 2021 Symons Medal will be awarded to the Honourable Louise Arbour, CC, GOQ on Friday, October 29 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The Symons Medal—one of Canada’s most prestigious honours—recognizes an individual who has…

-‘Breathtaking Performance’ coming to Confederation Centre’s Mainstage June 3-19- The curtain will rise in just two weeks for the Island premiere of Between Breaths, presented by Artistic Fraud of Newfoundland. The poignant play kicks off The 2021 Charlottetown Festival, which will present four musicals between June and September at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Inspired…

-New Gallery exhibition highlights Harris’ work as a portrait painter in Canada’s early years- A highly-anticipated new Robert Harris exhibition is opening in two stages this month at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG). Beginning June 5, A Life’s Work surveys Harris’ impressive career as a portrait painter in a young country. The exhibition features commissioned portraits…

-New funding for Canadian Heritage will assist in the pandemic recovery- Close to $135-million for Canadian Heritage over the next three years was announced in the recent federal budget. This funding will accelerate pandemic recovery for theatres, cultural sites, musicians, and artists across the country.   The arts and cultural sectors have been hard hit during…

-New partnership program makes Confederation Centre of the Arts the “official home” of the Symphony- The P.E.I. Symphony Orchestra is coming home. Confederation Centre of the Arts is very pleased to announce a new agreement with the province’s large symphony orchestra. This agreement solidifies a two-year partnership between the Centre and the P.E.I. Symphony Orchestra…

–Alberta’s Ms. Esmahan Razavi joins national board- The Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust, known as Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA), is very pleased to announce the appointment of Esmahan Razavi to its national board of directors. “Representing Western Canada, Esmahan Razavi brings extensive experience in public policy, communications, and partner engagement, and a passion…

It’s show time! After being forced to cancel the entire 2020 Charlottetown Festival due to the pandemic, Confederation Centre of the Arts is excited to raise the curtain for the 2021 Festival, which will run from June 3-September 4.   CEO Steve Bellamy and Artistic Director of Performing Arts Adam Brazier today announced three Mainstage productions for the summer festival, presented by CIBC, as…

-Sobey was a major supporter of the Centre and the arts in Atlantic Canada- Confederation Centre of the Arts is mourning the passing this week of one of the region’s most devout patrons of the arts. Donald C.R. Sobey, C.M. passed on March 24 leaving behind his wife Beth, their three children, and five grand-children.…

-Haddad assumes director position following fundraising roles with Toronto Symphony Orchestra, National Ballet, and Toronto Arts Foundation- CEO Steve Bellamy and Confederation Centre of the Arts are pleased to welcome Nadine Haddad to the Senior Management group as the Centre’s director of philanthropy. Haddad joins the team following almost a decade fundraising for the arts sector in…

-The Centre presents Jacques Arsenault and Morgan Saulnier on Sat. March 20– Confederation Centre of the Arts is proud to present an evening of songs featuring P.E.I.’s own Jacques Arsenault who will be collaborating with well-known multi-instrumentalist Morgan Saulnier. This concert will be presented at The Mack, on March 20, at 7:30 p.m., and is…

This month, Confederation Centre of the Arts is hosting a variety of March Break camps for kids, ranging from those six-years old to 17. The camps run March 15-19 and are broken up into Performing Arts camps for Junior and Intermediate levels; an Intensive for teens; as well as Visual Arts Camps. The instructors for…

As of March 4, Confederation Centre of the Arts will be resuming regular operating hours. This follows the latest guidance and updates from the Chief Public Health Office. Effective Thursday March 4, the Art Gallery and the Library will be open as per their usual schedules. All external bookings and conference events will proceed as…

-Following public health updates, the complex is closed and programming will be rescheduled- Confederation Centre of the Arts will be closed to the public from Monday, March 1 until the morning of Thursday, March 4. This follows the Chief Public Health Office’s (CPHO) instigation of 72-hour lockdown protocols as PEI moves into the Red Stage.…

-Multidisciplinary artist, writer, curator Charles Campbell joins CCAG staff- Confederation Centre is pleased to announce the addition of Charles Campbell as adjunct curator with the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) . Campbell is a Jamaican-born multidisciplinary artist, writer and curator, who grew up on Prince Edward Island. Using performance, sculpture, and installation, his work investigates…