Cunard Junior High

Planting Roots arts workshop for Black youth ages 13-18!

The initiative- 

Planting Roots is a one day multidisciplinary arts workshop for Black youth ages 13-18 in the Nova Scotia areas. 

This is a Roots of Connection inaugural workshop to offer Black youth an opportunity to learn about selves and community in an alternative, relaxed artistic setting. 

It will take place at Neptune theater Oland studio from 9am-5pm on December 30th 2022. 

About Roots of Creation :

 Roots of Creation is an emerging collective of Black Nova Scotian theatre artists, educators and community members providing accessible theatre creation and performance programs to youth. With a focus on Black and other IBPoC youth; Roots of Creation strives to provide communities with multidisciplinary arts programs delivered through a collaborative, accessible lens with a focus on decolonization. Delivering an alternative way of learning about self, community and cultural history.

What does the day offer?:

The morning will consist of the students participating in a workshop of their choosing; Music creation, acting, dance, writing and clothing design. 

In separate groups students will learn about their chosen course. 

In the afternoon the whole group will come together to create work using what they learned early that day. 

Lunch, and refreshments and cover for transportation will be provided. 

Who can apply:

Planting roots is open to Black youth ages 13-18 who are interested in learning about arts within their community. 

We are open to submissions from Black youth of all identities. 

How to apply: 

To apply please fill out the google doc linked below,

https://forms.gle/Er7APzsexEBTMqfr8

 if any questions please contact Riel at rootsofcreation@gmail.com 

By November 30th 11:59PM

Selected applicants will be contacted mid December 

Roots of creation is dedicated to creating open accessible spaces for all qualified candidates. If you need accommodation pertaining to accessibility at any stage of the application process, please let us know.