Graphic novel workshop for kids, Mon. 26 Sep 2022, 10 AM – 12 PM, Port Hope Library, 31 Queen Street, Port Hope, L1A 2Y8 Author Ted Staunton and illustrator Josh Rosen will take kids into the world of creating a graphic novel and share some stories too. Kids can ask questions and participate in a…
What’s on at the Festival: Postcards from Northumberland
Written by Marianne Marusic “I am both honoured and excited to perform in a place that captured my imagination so deeply and profoundly.” Richard Herriott Enjoy this captivating concert Saturday, September 24, 7:30 PM at Trinity United Church in Cobourg, as part of Northumberland Festival of the Arts. Concert pianist Richard Herriott premiers his composition…
What’s on at the Festival: Fantastic and Fantastical!
Staged Dramatic Readings of Three Original Plays from Local Playwrights in Three Different Locations Discover another series of events for you, your friends and family to enjoy at the Northumberland Festival of the Arts, September 16 – October 2, 2022, taking place in Northumberland County’s picturesque towns and beautiful countryside. “I have actually done these…
Northumberland Art Lovers: Reva Nelson
“Resilience is not just handling stress or getting on with it, but it’s the ability to bounce back from difficult situations…get through them, but actually emerge stronger and better.” Reva Nelson NFOTA’s Shane Joseph interviews Reva Nelson, former actor, teacher librarian, seminar leader and keynote speaker across Canada and internationally. In this series we feature…
What’s on at the Festival: Literary Workshops
Have you always wanted to write a novel or memoir? Do you have a book you want to self-publish? Or would you just like to take a little time to explore and develop your inner poet/writer? Wherever your interests lie, there’s a workshop for you at the Northumberland Festival of the Arts, September 16 –…
What’s on at the Festival: The Arts of Alderville First Nation, September 29
“There are so many stories that need to be told, so many voices that need to be heard, and art allows that expression…and it’s filled with so much beauty, so much richness, and it gives so much to all of us. And I see it as something that really connects us when we see art…
What’s on at the Festival: Dining with the Dead
Revenge is a dish best served cold…or in Cobourg!
Young musicians need your help!
The Northumberland Festivals of the Arts (NFOTA) has a unique opportunity for young people that needs your help. Northumberland artists, such as Shannon Linton, Ted Staunton, Saskia Tomkins and many more, will mentor and collaborate with Northumberland’s young musicians for one week. On Saturday October 1 @ 7PM they will present the results of their collaboration at…