March 9, 2022 – New WestminsterFrom the Board of Directors, Arts Council of New Westminster It is with a mix of sadness and gratitude, we announce that Stephen O’Shea has chosen to leave his role of Executive Director for the  Arts Council of New Westminster, effective June 30, 2022. Since 2015, Stephen has played a …

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Media ReleaseJanuary 18, 2021 Presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster: Comedian & Performer Tin Lorica prepares for Poets+ debut With the Poets+ virtual performance about to debut, poet, writer and comedian Tin Lorica is preparing to slam for the first time in over a year. It’s a craft they’re returning to after focusing …

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Media ReleaseJanuary 10, 2022 Presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster: Poets+ curator Tawahum Bige shares selection and creative process Tawahum Bige, one of the many performers of colour participating in Poets+, has been working with the New Westminster Arts Council for years. His partnership with the Council’s Stephen O’Shea has produced performance opportunities, …

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The Arts Council of New Westminster is excited to announce: Poets+ curated by Tawahum Bige An exciting new collection of performances from emerging poets of color is debuting through the Arts Council of New Westminster (ACNW) in 2022. To be officially released on Jan. 14, the hour-long compilation was curated by Łutselkʼe Dene, Plains Cree …

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Wow! A new announcement from the Massey Theatre Society about the future of this important art space in New Westminster! Check out this media release: Eighth & Eight is an exciting new performing arts and community program being imagined at 735 Eighth Avenue in New Westminster. Eighth & Eight (a transitional name) will make a …

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The Arts Council of New Westminster is pleased to have received a donation of artworks by Robert King Courtney to the ACNW Permanent Collection by Sean Courtney. We are excited to share the legacy of Robert’s work with the community of New Westminster and exhibit his artwork at The Gallery at Queen’s Park for future …

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MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Garden Gals create a series of paintings in direct response to COVID-19 A group of women who share a passion for painting and gardening come together to bring messages of positivity to the New Westminster community through Seniors Expressions Through the Arts special projects July 23, 2020 (New Westminster, BC) — …

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