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Koffler Centre of the Arts' Membership Program. |
Benefits include discounts on classes and programs, invitations to special members-only receptions and events, and more. PLUS get a MIX Card - with fabulous discounts across the GTA.
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An exhibition featuring the artists who teach at the Koffler | |
April 27 to June 15, 2012
2nd floor, Prosserman JCC, 4588 Bathurst St.
Show Off features a wide range of work created by the Koffler faculty - comprised of some of Toronto's most accomplished and promising artists.
Most works are for sale. Proceeds go to the artist.
A percentage from each sale also helps support arts education at the Koffler Centre of the Arts.
OPENING RECEPTION
Tuesday, May 15
12:30 - 1:30 PM
FREE
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Develop a looser, freer approach to painting the figure - learn to abstract the human form and develop more satisfying compositions. Instructor: Brian Smith
Saturday & Sunday
9:30 AM - 4 PM
May 19 & 20
$180 + HST | |
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Oriental brushstroke painting originated in China and later spread to Japan, where it became known as sumi-e. Learn the brushstrokes associated with this form and embark on a journey of exploration. Instructor: Roslyn Levin.
STILL ACCEPTING STUDENTS!
Tuesdays
1 - 3:30 PM
May 1 - June 19
$224 + HST | |
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ADI NES
May 3 to June 2, 2012 | FREE
Koffler Gallery Off-Site at Olga Korper Gallery, 17 Morrow Ave.
OPENING RECEPTION | Thursday, May 3, 6 - 9 PM | FREE
The first Canadian survey of the stunning, bold and often controversial work of the internationally acclaimed Israeli photographer. Referencing art history and photojournalism, Adi Nes' meticulously crafted interpretations of Biblical, mythological and literary subjects propose a critical view of the present while seeking to uncover a universal humanism.
ARTIST TALK | Monday, May 7, 7 PM | FREE
Eaton Theatre (Room 204), Rogers Communication Centre, 80 Gould St.
Adi Nes speaks about his artistic perspective on contemporary Israeli society and the politics of identity, introducing his newest body of work, The Village, which will be premiering in New York and Paris in 2012.
Adi Nes is a Featured Exhibition in the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.
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KOFFLER GALA 2012
Koffler Centre of the Arts and Luminato present Tel Aviv's BATSHEVA DANCE COMPANY in the North American Premiere of SADEH21 choreographed by Batsheva's legendary artistic director, OHAD NAHARIN.
THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 2012
MacMillan Theatre, 80 Queen's Park
SUPPORT THE KOFFLER!
Join us for the Opening Night of SADEH21 and become a NEW ART INSIDER. Only tickets purchased through the Koffler Centre of the Arts will benefit the organization and are eligible for tax receipts.
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TORONTO JEWISH BOOK FESTIVAL
June 4 - 7, 2012
The Bram and Bluma Appel Salon at the Toronto Reference Library
780 Yonge Street (just north of Bloor)
After 34 succesful years, Toronto's much loved Jewish Book Fair is reborn as the Toronto Jewish Book Festival. Featuring author talks, readings, panels, exclusive book launches, musical events, films and slideshows, student programs, hundreds of books for sale and more. The Festival culminates in the Helen and Stan Vine Canadian Jewish Book Awards on June 7 at 8 PM.
Over 35 international and Canadian authors are featured, including:
- Opening Night with rising literary star Shalom Auslander
- 'Feminism in Canada and Israel' with author and social activist Michele Landsberg
- Albert Einstein, science and Judaism with author Steven Gimbel
- and much, much more!
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Thursday, June 7, 2012 | 8 PM | FREE
The Bram and Bluma Appel Salon at the Toronto Reference Library
789 Yonge Street (just borth of Bloor)
The 24th annual awards celebrating excellence in Canadian writing on Jewish themes and subjects. Books in a variety of genres will be recognized at the awards ceremony on Thursday, June 7 at 8 PM. The ceremony is free and open to the public.
2012 winners just announced!
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IN THE COMMUNITY
Toronto Jewish Film Festival
May 3 - 13 | Various venues
The Toronto Jewish Film Festival returns for its 20th year! Full schedule now online. Full details.
Echo Sculpture Studio, 3rd Annual Exhibition
May 5 - 6, 6 - 9 PM | Vernissage May 3, 6 - 9 PM | 3906 Chesswood Dr.
An exhibition featuring small sculptures and other works, dedicated in memory of Eva Schindelheim. Full details.
Jewish Heritage Month Celebration
May 7, 7 - 9 PM | Beth Torah Synagogue, 47 Glenbrook Ave.
Join MPP Mike Colle and the Hon. Dr. Eric Hoskins and commemorate the inaugural Jewish Heritage Month in Ontario with a celebration of Jewish life and culture. With presentations from Susan Jackson, Executive Director of Women's Philanthropy at the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, Dara Solomon, Director of the Ontario Jewish Archives, and former CEO of the Canadian Jewish Congress, Bernie Farber. The evening will conclude with a reception featuring live music. Full details.
Lost In Yonkers
May 12 - June 10 | St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St. E.
Harold Green Jewish Theatre presents Neil Simon's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning play, starring Marion Ross from TV's Happy Days. Full details.
Special offer for Koffler subscribers: Quote "YONKERS" and get 15% off all single seats! 4th Annual Art Show May 17 - 20 | J.E.H./Thoreau Macdonald House, 121 Centre St., Thornhill
Celebrating Jerusalem Day, the Israeli Artists Group of Toronto presents the 4th Annual Art Show featuring 23 artists, door prizes, art sale, and more. Opening Night: Thursday, May 17, 6:30 - 9 PM. Free. Full details. |
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