Juvenis Festival
82 Sydenham St. K7L 3H4 Kingston, ON, Canada

Registration for the Arts Career Expo is now open! The Arts Career Expo is a day to explore the possibilities of careers in the arts. There will be a talk from WorkInCulture, a panel discussion from local arts professionals and an exploratory period with a post-secondary expo, interest-specific sessions and networking. Youth under 30 and arts industry professionals are welcome to participate!... For more information or to register, click here: http://www.juvenisfestival.ca/Arts-Career-Expo.php

WOW! Just ONE day away from April Break Camp! We cannot wait to dive into all the exciting crafts, games, workshops, and more starting tomorrow 12-3:30 each day...! Don't miss out on your last chance to register and head on over to our website to snag a spot: http://www.bluecanoetheatrical.ca/launchpoint-academy.php

Our festival schedule is now live! Pull out your calendars and start planning out how you're going to spend festival week! Check it out here: http://www.juvenisfestival.ca/festival-schedule.php #juvenis2021#ygkarts#ygkyouth

Registration for our Skill Builder Series is now open! We are offering workshops in a variety of disciplines free of cost to those ages 13 to 30. Don't miss the opportunity to learn from these incredible artists. Visit this link for more information or to register: http://www.juvenisfestival.ca/skill-builders.php

Now accepting submissions for Viva Voce! This event will be part of our festival line-up and will be aired on CFRC radio station. Tell a story about our Bloom & Blossom theme! Check out the event for more details!

Welcome to our March edition of In Conversation where we are discussing the impact that COVID-19 has had on the planning process for Juvenis and how it will effect festival week. Join the conversation by leaving a comment below! Only one more In Conversation left before the festival!

Introducing Connections: A Youth Photovoice Project! This project is a collaboration with our friends at Youth2KFLA. If you have an interest in photography, love Kingston and the area and are between the ages of 12 and 24, this is for you! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to connect with other KFL&A youth and have your art displayed as part of the Juvenis Art Gallery! For more information or to apply, click here: http://www.juvenisfestival.ca/connections.php

Introducing the cast for We're All On Zoom Together! Everyone has been hard at work in rehearsals so make sure you tune in for this virtual cabaret during festival week! Go Wildcats!! #juvenis2021#ygkarts#ygkyouth

Submissions for the Storefront Art Gallery are now open! Though we won't actually be in a storefront this year, we are excited to bring back this annual event. You may submit multiple pieces and, if you are interested, there is an option to sell your work as well. Artists must be age 30 or under. Submissions are due to Maya at [email protected] by April 11th!

Come one, come all and celebrate the day of St. Patricks with Sonja and Santina at our Online Trivia Event! Flex your knowledge of all things GREEN and register with up to 6 of your friends! Give two green-thumbs up and may the best team win all of the lucky charms! Purchase your ticket HERE: http://www.bluecanoetheatrical.ca/Merchandise.php Register your team HERE: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdgnRPvQ6mV8zrFVo/viewform... If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected]

The deadline to apply for Battle of the Bands has been extended to March 12th! Participating bands will pre-record performances during an in-person studio session in April, and the performances will be aired on YouTube with live judging and audience voting. To apply, email Owen at [email protected]. Please be sure to include the following information: - Brief bio - Band member names and ages... - Technical requirements - Any photo, video or audio content you feel is relevant See more

The Yound Works project is looking for a stage manager to help backstage during performances! These will be taking place on April 30th & May 1st, though you will need to familiarize yourself with the task beforehand. No dance experience necessary! For more information or to express interest, email Emma at [email protected].

There's still a few more opportunities to get involved with our youth-led projects! Battle of the Bands: - Studio recording in April - Aired during festival week... - Live judging & audience voting - Prize available Submissions due on March 5th! Email Owen at [email protected] Include: bio, band member names & ages, technical requirements, any relevant audio and visual material We're All On Zoom Together: Ages 13 to 19 Virtual cabaret with music from all 3 HSM movies. Auditions due on March 6th! Submit audition form here: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSc36H4AO2KXbb-mRD/viewform

Learn more about costumes and editing with Kate and Sebastian! We will be touching on Halloween, how to approach costumes and editing, and what makes a good show. Feel free to suggest themes for future episodes or ask questions in the comments!

Starting November 23rd, you will be able to purchase holiday greeting cards in support of the 2021 Juvenis Festival! Cards will be designed by young local artists and printed by Santina's Sticker Box. Stay tuned for more information on options and pricing.

Our second episode of In Conversation will be out this Friday! Join us as we hear from Kate and Sebastian about Costumes and Editing. Just in time for Halloween! Both are also working on @bluecanoepro Children of Thomas, which is available on Spotify! #inconvo#ygkyouth#ygkarts#juvenis2021

Workshop leader submissions are now open! Skill-builders are a major part of the Juvenis Festival and we are looking to offer skill-builders in all different types of art forms. Visit the "Get Involved" page on our website and scroll down to the section on workshop leaders to find the submission form!

Did you want to apply as a project leader but never managed to come up with an idea? No problem! We are looking for project leaders for our Battle of the Bands and Movie Event. You would be a member of our Youth Project Leader Program so you'll be able to enjoy all the benefits of being a project leader. If you have any questions or are interested in the position, please email [email protected] by November 13th! #ygkyouth#ygkarts#juvenis2021

Calling all visual artists and designers aged 30 and under! We need your help to create designs for our holiday greeting card fundraiser. All artwork that would suit a greeting card design is accepted. To submit your design, and please email [email protected]

Still wondering whether you want to be a project leader for the 2021 Juvenis Festival? Hopefully this will help answer some of your questions! For more information visit our website, send us an email or DM us. We’d love to see as many creative project submissions as the youth arts community can muster!