-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…

-New weekly Mainstage series includes Fiddlers’ Sons, Alicia Toner, OBEMBE, Logan Richard, and more!- Darcy Campbell is thrilled to be injecting a little more musical night-life into the downtown this winter. Beginning February 23, Confederation Centre will be presenting the weekly concert series Tuesday Night LIVE! Each night sets the spotlight on a different Island…

-New exhibition centred on famed Tom Thomson painting examines representations of landscape and resource development- Opening this weekend at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is a new touring exhibition from the Art Gallery of Guelph, entitled The Drive. Anchored by Art Gallery of Guelph’s major Tom Thomson canvas of the same title, The Drive…

-‘Lover’s Lament’ plays the Mainstage Feb.10-14, starring Michelle Bouey, Aaron Hastelow, Emma Rudy, and more!- It’s been over a year since live theatre was presented on the Mainstage at Confederation Centre. Now Adam Brazier and a must-see cast are ready to raise the curtain once more, with a hilarious show just in time for Valentine’s…

-Gallery exhibiting a selection of enigmatic landscapes from Island-based painter this winter- Opening this month at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is a new exhibition of dramatic landscapes, dream worlds, and shadowy figures from P.E.I.-based artist, Gerard Clarkes. Beginning January 16, 2021, patrons can experience Gerard Clarkes: A Haunted Land at the CCAG, featuring…

-Confederation Centre staff and board fondly remember Canadian luminary, friend, and dedicated member of Centre family- Confederation Centre of the Arts is mourning the passing of Professor Thomas H.B. Symons, CC, O.Ont, FRSC, LLD, DU, DLitt, DCnL, FRGS, KSS. Professor Symons passed away on New Year’s Day at the age of 91. Professor Symons was…

-JUNO-Award winners will rock the Homburg Theatre over two nights in 2021- Fans of the Island indie-folk trio The East Pointers will have to wait a little longer to enjoy the acclaimed group at Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA). Due to the recent public health measures, the Centre is required to postpone the December…

-City of Charlottetown presents family-fun activities across the Centre this holiday season-   Come gather ‘round at the Centre this holiday season for some family fun and creative cheer, courtesy of the City of Charlottetown. Capital New Year will offer free, socially-distanced events across Confederation Centre of the Arts on December 30 and 31.   “Charlottetown…

-Centre reopens following end of circuit breaker policy from CPHO- Confederation Centre of the Arts is again be open to public as of Friday December 18, following the Public Health Office’s announcement Thursday of an early end to the circuit breaker policies. Until December 23, the general building space is open from 8 a.m. to…

-Following public health updates, ‘Comfort & Joy’ cannot proceed-   Confederation Centre of the Arts remains closed to the public following the instigation of a ‘circuit breaker’ measure for local health protocols.    Unfortunately, due to this ongoing public health situation, the Centre’s holiday variety concert, Comfort & Joy (scheduled for Dec. 20) will be unable to proceed.    For those currently holding tickets, please fill out the online form for…

Following public health updates, Centre programming and the complex will be closed  Confederation Centre of the Arts will be closed to the public as of Tuesday December 8. This follows the Chief Public Health Office’s (CPHO) instigation of a two-week ‘circuit breaker’ approach to protocols, extending until December 21. This closure includes the Confederation Centre…

-Confederation Centre Art Gallery and UPEI Welcome Nelson for ArtTalk on November 15 at 2 p.m.- The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is pleased to welcome, in collaboration with the Faculty of Arts at the University of Prince Edward Island, guest lecturer Dr. Charmaine A. Nelson. Nelson is Professor of Art History with Halifax’s NSCAD…

-Adam Brazier and EQUITY to host live in-person workshop on ‘safe arts spaces’ Nov. 10- Islanders from a range of backgrounds will have an opportunity to learn more about developing safe live performance workplaces at a special event later this month. Not in OUR Space!: Creating safe and respectful spaces in the performing arts is…

-Public invited for Centre events Oct. 23-24 exploring three new exhibitions- The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is getting set to host their first opening events since early 2020 and is inviting the public to celebrate three new exhibitions this weekend. The events are focused around three new exhibitions at the CCAG, including St. John’s-based…

-Surich assumes General Manager position following leadership roles with Watermark Theatre, Grand Theatre, and the Stratford Festival- CEO Steve Bellamy and Confederation Centre of the Arts are pleased to welcome Andrea Surich to the Senior Management group as the General Manager (GM) of Theatre. Surich joins the Centre team following half a decade as General…

-New exhibition of Pop Art-style portraits one of three new featured shows- The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is pleased to present a solo exhibition by Nelson White. Tukien (Awaken): Nelson White, is on display from October 10 to January 13, 2021. The exhibition features 18 painted portraits of an extended network of indigenous artists, creatives, and activists,…

-‘Pop-up’ work from Alexis Bellavance: Compression-depression on view for one week only-  The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) in partnership with Art in the Open, is excited to present, Compression/Decompression, a sculptural installation by Montreal artist Alexis Bellavance for the coming week. The giant inflatable work, which will be on display for the week of September 29…

Confederation Centre of the Arts presents one-hour Anne of Green Gables TV special, airing Sunday October 11 on Eastlink, YouTube, and Facebook Gather the family after Thanksgiving dinner this season for a heartwarming celebration of Anne Shirley! Featuring up-close highlights from Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™, cameos from Canadian icons, and re-imaginings of your favourite songs from the musical,…

-Honourable Bob Rae to receive the 20th Symons Medal during Oct. 30 online broadcast- Confederation Centre of the Arts has announced the 2020 Symons Medal will be awarded to the Honourable Bob Rae, PC, CC, OOnt, QC through an online broadcast on Friday, October 30. The Symons Medal and Lecture Series is named in honour…

-Confederation Centre announces broadcast special celebrating Anne across the Island; Guest appearances include Amybeth McNulty, Lennie Gallant, Meaghan Blanchard, Gracie Finley, Emma Rudy and more!- Confederation Centre of the Arts is set to release a one-hour broadcast special entitled Feelin’ Mighty Proud! This Island-wide celebration weaves highlights from the iconic Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ with…

For the first time ever, L.M. Montgomery’s famed Anne of Green Gables manuscript will be made widely accessible as the central feature of an upcoming online exhibition. Announced today, the ambitious new exhibition, Exploring a National Treasure: L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables Manuscript, will be developed through a partnership between the Confederation Centre Art…

-New Island crafts exhibition showing August 8 – January 3, 2021 at the CCAG- Fine craft is equal parts tradition and innovation, passion and obsession, filtered through the skills and the sensibilities of artisans. Making craft is a form of thinking, a communication across generations. In a new exhibition opening August 8 at the Confederation…

-New series from ‘CIBC Confed Centre Presents’ features the Black Cultural Society of PEI, Mi’kmaq Heritage Actors, Tim Chaisson, Ashley Condon, & more!- Confederation Centre of the Arts is looking beyond its walls for its next act. Under the banner of CIBC Confed Centre Presents, the Centre will soon deliver Postcards from the Island, a…

-Open-air concert series includes Scott Parsons, Inn Echo, Vince the Messenger, and more! // Confederation Brass also returning-  Confederation Centre of the Arts is very pleased to announce two special live performance programs coming soon to Downtown Charlottetown. The first is an open-air concert series taking root in the Centre’s outdoor amphitheatre—the venue known to…

The team at Confederation Centre of the Arts applauds today’s announcement that the Atlantic Canadian provinces will be opening an interprovincial travel bubble, beginning July 3. For more details on today’s announcement from the Council of Atlantic Premiers, visit the Council website. “We are excited by today’s news and want to welcome our neighbours from…

-Art Gallery reopening for patrons Tuesday to Sunday; six exhibitions available for viewing- The team at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is ready to welcome patrons once again. The Gallery has reopened its doors today, with six exhibitions to explore, including new work from Sandi Hartling. Confederation Centre of the Arts has reopened its…

-The Centre will soon welcome visitors back to the Gallery, The Story of Confederation, arts camps, the Public Library, and The Showcase- The Centre for All Canadians is set to open its doors again. After a three month closure due to the pandemic—with all programs cancelled and dozens of staff sent home—Confederation Centre of the…

-Registrations now being accepted for Visual Arts Camps, Performing Arts Camps, and Dance Camps in July and August –  Registration is opening today for Summer Art Camps for Kids at Confederation Centre of the Arts. These week-long camps will be offered in visual arts and performing arts/dance, beginning July 6 and running until August 28. Visual…

Confederation Centre of the Arts stands in solidarity with Black members of our community and around the globe. The events of recent days have shone a light on the white supremacy and anti-black racism that pervades our society. We recognize the incredible pain, anger, and fear being experienced and offer our unreserved support. We reject white…

-Confederation Centre announces second contribution to national FIELD TRIP initiative;  preparing to install Sandi Hartling’s LED sign works at Gallery Entrance- The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) rolled out its second contribution to Canada’s new visual arts platform, FIELD TRIP: Art Across Canada. Also coming soon to the Gallery’s glass entranceway is a series of neon…

-Bob Rae to receive the 20th Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life- Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that the 2020 Symons Medal will be awarded to Mr. Bob Rae, P.C., C.C., O.Ont, Q.C. on Friday, October 30 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The Symons Medal—one of Canada’s most prestigious honours—recognizes an…

-The Charlottetown Festival will not run this summer; Art Gallery altering exhibition schedule- For the first time in its 55-year history, The Charlottetown Festival will not entertain audiences from around the world this summer. Confederation Centre of the Arts CEO Steve Bellamy announced today the cancellation of the Festival along with changes to visual arts…

-May 5, 2020 being celebrated as global day of giving and unity- Confederation Centre of the Arts is responding to the unprecedented impact of COVID-19 and joining forces with the #GivingTuesdayNow campaign to muster support for organizations across the province. #GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity, set to take place on May…

-Confederation Centre Art Gallery offering ‘Art Class from Home’ activities and collaborating on national ‘FIELD TRIP’ project-   (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is rolling out a series of online art activities for all ages, as well as an exciting contribution to Canada’s new digital visual arts platform, FIELD TRIP.  …

-Annual medal ceremony and lecture on the state of Canadian Confederation returns this fall; 2020 Medallist to be named in early May- (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – CEO Steve Bellamy and the Confederation Centre of the Arts team announced today that the 2020 Symons Medal will be awarded on Friday, October 30, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The Symons…

-School of Performing Arts classes have transitioned online; new online visual arts resources coming soon-   Due to the advice of the public health officer, Confederation Centre has announced it will be unable to resume most arts education programs this spring. Below is a rundown of impacted on-site programs and departmental updates:   School of Performing Arts…

 -The 2020 Charlottetown Festival is now scheduled to begin first previews in late June- The Confederation Centre team is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation each day. Following the advice of the Chief Public Health Officer, the Centre is encouraging everyone to stay safe and continue supporting one another through these unprecedented times. CEO Steve Bellamy announced…

The Confederation Centre team is closely monitoring the evolving pandemic situation each day. Our performances, education programs and exhibitions remain closed to the public, along with the Centre complex itself. Our primary concern is the safety, health, and well-being of our staff, our artists, and our wonderful patrons. All activities have been cancelled or postponed up to April 19, as well…

–All programing—up until April 12—is cancelled or postponed- On Sunday March 15, P.E.I.’s Chief Public Health Officer provided a new set of recommendations for the public in relation to COVID-19 (coronavirus). Dr. Morrison’s recommendations included: Stopping all non-essential travel outside Canada Self-isolating for 14 days following all international travel, including to the U.S. The closure…

–Alberta’s Robert Burns 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 Robert Burns to its national board of directors. “Robert Burns comes to us with a strong business background and a wealth of experience with local boards and…

-World premiere will feature six actor-musicians channeling Rita MacNeil’s songs and spirit- Tickets are ‘flying on their own’ for this summer’s new cabaret production, Dear Rita, playing June 25 to September 25 at The Charlottetown Festival. Sponsored by Key Murray Law, Dear Rita is a musical toast to Canadian icon and songwriter Rita MacNeil that…

–New program is presented Feb. 28-29 by the School of Performing Arts- The School of Performing Arts (SoPA), a partnership between Confederation Centre of the Arts and Holland College, is excited to announce WinterDance, a series of dance masterclasses and performances February 28 and 29. The Centre and Holland College will welcome guest artists Eldiyar…

Confederation Centre is working to serve you better. From February 23 at 5 p.m. to February 26 at 12 noon our box office will be closed—online and in person—as we transition to new and better ticketing software for all Centre programming. Any pre-purchased tickets, account information, and reservations will carry forward to our new system.…

-CCAG to host ‘Winter Gallery Opening’ March 7 celebrating five new exhibitions- (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) has a been a hive of activity recently, with five new shows being installed and a slate of ArtTalks on deck. The public will have a chance to explore the new exhibitions, with a…

-Laurie Murdoch, Marlane O’Brien, Connor Lucas, and Quinn Dooley all joining Avonlea- (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – It’s a provincial holiday on P.E.I. today and to celebrate, Confederation Centre of the Arts is offering a special ‘Islander Day’ sale for Charlottetown Festival tickets. Artistic Director Adam Brazier has also announced the casting of four of the lead…

–Réjean Cournoyer and Jeremy Legat will star in comedic play ‘Bed and Breakfast’ at The Mack– They say it takes a village and this summer two Charlottetown Festival actors will take on the whole town. Artistic Director Adam Brazier has announced Réjean Cournoyer and Jeremy Legat as the two performers bringing the hilarious and poignant…

-World Premiere production will play June to September on P.E.I., then head to Cape Breton- Rita MacNeil is coming home. Today, The Charlottetown Festival, in association with The Savoy Theatre, is pleased to announce that the new musical celebration Dear Rita will make its Nova Scotia premiere in October 2020. Sponsored by Key Murray Law,…

-Confederation Centre of the Arts adapting ‘The Grand Seduction’ into Musical Comedy ‘Tell Tale Harbour’- Confederation Centre CEO Steve Bellamy, Artistic Director Adam Brazier, GM of Theatre Dean Constable, and Canadian icon Alan Doyle made a special announcement January 24. Standing on the historic Homburg Theatre mainstage before a crowd of more than 100 Centre…

-CCAG set to unveil career retrospective ‘Victor Cicansky: The Gardener’s Universe’ on January 25- Opening January 25 at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is a retrospective exhibition focusing on the ceramic and bronze works of Regina-based artist, Victor Cicansky. Curated by Timothy Long and Julia Krueger, and organized by the MacKenzie Art Gallery (Calgary),…

-Three new exhibitions opening this month at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery- Who makes art, and what does it mean to be an artist? Artists have often tried to address such questions in portraits of one another, and of themselves. An exhibition selected from the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) permanent collection entitled Artists by Artists,…

Confederation Centre of the Arts has extended its deadline for video submissions to audition for the TD Young Company. The new deadline is Sunday January 19, 2020. The Centre invites young people from across the country, between the ages of 18 – 30, to apply to be a part of this incredible group of young…

-Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre presents Barenaked Ladies founder with the Island’s symphony on January 18-   Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre returns this month, beginning a riveting winter season of live concerts, choral music, and dance recitals at Confederation Centre of the Arts. The second half of the 2019-20 LIVE calendar kicks off with…

Beginning next week, Confederation Centre of the Arts will be on special holiday hours into the new year. For any further questions, contact the Box Office at 1 (902) 628-1864 or email to [email protected]. The holiday hours are as follows for the concourse areas, admin offices, security, property, and box office: December 24: Centre complex…

-Confederation Centre Art Gallery also launching exhibition catalogue ‘Predicaments: Brian Burke, a Retrospective’- The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is hosting multiple events over the next month to celebrate its current retrospective exhibition on prolific P.E.I. painter Brian Burke. Special thanks are extended to CN 100, exhibition and catalogue sponsor. Tomorrow—Wednesday, December 4— at 12-noon…

-Islander talks ‘Dear Rita’, Soulpepper’s ‘Rose’, growing up at the Centre, and how representation in theatre matters- Islander Michelle Bouey will make her Festival debut next year, performing in the musical love-letter to icon, Rita MacNeil, Dear Rita at The Mack. An alumna of the TD Young Company, Bouey effectively grew up at the Centre,…

-Patrons shopping the Centre or attending Handel’s Messiah may be impacted- Between weather events and holiday programming, this weekend will be a busy one in and around Confederation Centre of the Arts. Patrons attending various activities are advised that driving and parking around the Centre block will be limited on Sunday, December 1. -Friday November…

-Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre presents seasonal classic December 1 in the Homburg- On Sunday December 1 at 2:30 p.m., Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre celebrates one of the most enduring pieces of music in the Western choral cannon. The Confederation Singers, guest orchestra, and four featured soloists are set to perform Handel’s Messiah, the…

Artistic Director Adam Brazier has revealed select casting for The 2020 Charlottetown Festival, including the leads for Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™ and The Drowsy Chaperone. THE DEAL OF THE YEAR Brazier also announced details on the biggest Festival sale of the year. From now until December 3, patrons can purchase tickets for all four…

On November 1 at Confederation Centre of the Arts, Canadian Senator, the Honourable Murray Sinclair received the 2019 Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life. Before a full house in the Homburg Theatre and webcast live across the country, Sinclair received the medal and delivered his thoughtful lecture “Confederation: We Could Have Done Better’.…

On November 6 at Confederation Centre of the Arts, experience Juliet & Romeo, an original dance piece from Calgary dance company, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks (DJD). Inspired by the classic tale of star-crossed lovers, this high-energy production breathes new life into the tale, featuring live jazz music and a company of professional jazz dancers. “For never…

Senator Murray Sinclair to receive the 19th Symons Medal on November 1; Tickets available tomorrow for advance members sale and Thursday for general public Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that the 2019 Symons Medal Lecture is entitled Confederation: We Could Have Done Better. The 2019 Symons Medal Presentation and the delivery of the Symons…

Paper Lions to set to stage Super Show & Album Launch for ‘Stay Together’ October 19 | 7:30pm | Homburg Theatre To celebrate their latest recording, the 2019 ECMA Award winning group Paper Lions are throwing one helluva concert: a must-see ‘Super Show’ Saturday, October 19 in the historic Homburg Theatre, the crown jewel venue on P.E.I. “We’re…

Gwe, Bonjour, and Welcome to Confederation Centre of the Arts! After an exciting summer of engaging shows and programs, we are thrilled to present the fall 2019/winter 2020 lineup for Sobeys LIVE @ the Centre! Join us for inspiring concerts from Steven Page, Matt Andersen, George Canyon, Rose Cousins, Classic Albums Live doing CCR and…

Get Centre’d” offers members a suite of benefits, including advance tickets and access to exclusive events—all in support of non-profit arts centre With a new season comes new opportunity and Confederation Centre of the Arts is unveiling a can’t-miss community program. Launching October 2019, Get Centre’d is the Centre’s new patron membership campaign. Founded as…

An overview of the career of one of the Island’s most significant visual artists on exhibition at CCAG A new exhibition opens this week at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) celebrating the work of Brian Burke. The long-awaited two-gallery show will be open to the public on October 5 and officially celebrated—along with three…

Limited time only – 50% off 2020 Festival Tickets!  From now until December 3, purchase tickets for all four summer theatre productions at 50% off. Tickets can be accessed online, by phone at 1 (902) 566-1267, toll free at 1 (800) 565-0278, or at the box office. The Drowsy Chaperone brings major musical comedy to…

Confederation Centre in the home stretch of the Festival—closing September 28 (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – From Avonlea to the shores of a Greek Island paradise to the streets of St. John’s Newfoundland, The Charlottetown Festival is finishing off a world-wind trip of a season this month. While some Islanders are saying “Where did the summer go…

Sobeys LIVE @ The Centre! returns with a bang this October and the line-up is chalk-full of dynamic performances that appeal to a wide range of Islanders, visitors, and beyond. “This season truly has something for everyone,” says Darcy Campbell, director of LIVE @ the Centre, a long-standing program of Confederation Centre of the Arts.…

-Prince Edward Island’s own Angus Orford joins board executive- (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – The Fathers of Confederation Buildings Trust, known as Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA) is very pleased to announce the appointment of Angus Orford to its local board of directors. “Angus brings a wealth of experience, a strong business background, and a passion…

Tucked away within the heart of Confederation Centre of the Arts, the Mavor’s courtyard is a patio like no other in the City of Charlottetown. For a sun- or star-lit dining experience, don’t pass up a visit to this architecturally significant space this summer. “With a beautiful garden, shady trees, waterfall, and all-day sun, I…

The Charlottetown Festival announces Sara-Jeanne Hosie will step into silver boots for the role of Tanya in Mamma Mia!, opening this Friday August 9 at Confederation Centre of the Arts (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – Artistic Director Adam Brazier has announced a casting change for the forthcoming production of Mamma Mia! at The Charlottetown Festival. Opening this…

Confederation Centre’s exterior will activated in new and innovative ways at the 2019 summer arts festival Art in the Open on August 24, 2019.

Confederation Centre of the Arts is thrilled to welcome Tara MacLean’s ode to Canada’s East Coast to The Charlottetown Festival. Sponsored by Honibe, Atlantic Blue open this Friday August 2 at 7:30 p.m. and plays Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights through September 27, 2019 at The Mack. The title sponsor of The Charlottetown Festival is…

(Los Angeles, C.A.) – Confederation Centre of the Arts is excited to learn that David Carver Music has acquired the world-wide touring rights to the acclaimed Kronborg—The Hamlet Rock Musical. The masterful stage musical balances high energy vocal and dance performances and rousing power ballads with songs reaching into the darker emotions of Shakespeare’s Hamlet.…

Opening Saturday July 20 and playing through Sept. 28 at The Mack: SPINNING YARNS This summer The Charlottetown Festival is thrilled to have Spinning Yarns at The Mack. Set in Newfoundland in the early ‘80s, this one-man production brings to life a world of raucous adventures, death-defying escapades, and dubious childcare. The hilarious evening of…

Confederation Centre of the Arts proudly displays the provincial and territorial flags on the corner of Queen and Grafton Street as the “Centre for All Canadians”. For National Indigenous Peoples Day a new, permanent flag was added during a public ceremony: the Mi’kmaq Nations Flag. “It is a physical way of acknowledging the land on…

It’s all systems go at Confederation Centre of the Arts as the staff, cast, orchestra, and crew prepare to launch their 55th theatre season of The Charlottetown Festival, sponsored by CIBC. Kronborg—The Hamlet Rock Musical Kronborg—The Hamlet Rock Musical :  Opening Friday June 28 in the Homburg Theatre and playing until July 20 is the…

The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) will soon be showcasing Philippa Jones’s interactive exhibition Perpetual as a part of its summer offerings. The Newfoundland-based artist was recently long-listed as a nominee for the prestigious Sobey Art Award for the Atlantic Region. Perpetual opens June 22 and will be on display until October 6; the artist…

Epic rock musical telling of ‘Hamlet’ opens Friday, June 21 at Confederation Centre of the Arts A ghostly visitor with a secret; a son devastated by loss; a deadly sword duel – and the most famous question in all of drama (“To be or not to be…”). These are just some of the reasons why…

Youth theatre troupe bound for Halifax next month; will open Charlottetown season June 29 The TD Confederation Centre Young Company returns this month, and are kicking off their 2019 season off with a bang. The youth performance, leadership, and training company officially opens their season at the Centre on Saturday June 29 at 12 noon…

ᓄᓇᙳᐊᓕᐅᕐᓂᖅᓄᓇᕐᔪᐊᙳᐊᓂᒃ Survey exhibition from Nunavut artist will show at CCAG June 8-September 22 Shuvinai Ashoona is best known for her highly personal and imaginative drawings, with imagery ranging from monstrous and fantastical visions to closely observed naturalistic scenes of her Inuit culture and home community at Kinngait, Nunavut. Opening June 8 at the Confederation Centre…

Confederation Centre of the Arts heritage program celebrates 30 years this summer The Confederation Players are marking two important milestones this summer: the 100th anniversary of their program sponsor, CN Rail, and the 30th anniversary of the Players program itself. Founded in 1989 to mark the 125th anniversary of the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, the Players…

Confederation Centre of the Arts restaurant going green, ending use of plastics (Charlottetown, P.E.) – With summer just around the bend, Confederation Centre of the Arts is pleased to announce a host of new changes at Mavor’s. The flagship restaurant—named to honour Mavor Moore, first artistic director of The Charlottetown Festival—is rolling out full summer…

Kronborg—The Hamlet Rock Musical opens June 21 at Confederation Centre “To be or not to be” is the most famous question in all of drama. And it is around this central question that the history of Kronborg–The Hamlet Rock Musical hangs upon. And like Hamlet returning to Denmark, this celebrated Canadian musical is returning to…

Senator Murray Sinclair to receive the 19th Symons Medal for exceptional contribution to Canadian life (Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – Confederation Centre of the Arts announced today that the 2019 Symons Medal will be awarded to Senator Murray Sinclair on Friday, November 1 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The Symons Medal is one of Canada’s most prestigious…

(Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – The Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) is celebrating the final month of the exhibition Who’s Your Mother? Women Artists of P.E.I., 1964 to the Present with a variety of events. These will highlight and compliment the exhibition, which features works from more than 40 Island women artists spanning multiple generations. The ‘Women…

Shawn Wright & Susan Henley to reprise roles in Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™ alongside Emma Rudy & Lucas Artistic Director Adam Brazier has announced select casting for the 55th consecutive season of Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™. Connor Lucas will return to The Charlottetown Festival this summer, making his debut as Anne’s academic rival…

(Charlottetown, P.E.I.) – A cherished spring tradition returns next week: dance umbrella’s end-of-year showcases at Confederation Centre of the Arts. These spirited presentations present the amazing results of a year’s worth of training for beginning and emerging dance and musical theatre talent. The matinee showcases P.E.I.’s junior and elementary classes while the evening features the…

A new exhibition opens this month at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) focusing on the delicate balance in visual art between the material and immaterial. With selections gleaned from the Gallery’s permanent collection, In the Balance explores the tension between form and concept; ideas and matter; making and thinking. Curated by Pan Wendt, this…