Events
Registration required, at the Astor box office (11am – 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday). (902) 354-5250 or boxoffice@astortheatre.ns.ca
Stained glass painting (11-16 years)
2.5 – 3 hours – max 5 participants, $30
Workshops run by Scot Slessor of SAS Glass.
Each participant will make two painted pieces of stained glass and learn about the history of glass and see many examples of stained, fused and casted glass.
History of glass – What is glass made of? Is there natural glass? How do we join glass pieces? What is glass paint? Painting techniques.
Activity: Removal technique – each participant will prepare a piece of glass and remove paint with sticks and brushes to create an image such as their name, flowers, an animal, a building, etc. Participants will learn to lay a base of paint and trace a design onto glass. Each participant will bring or select a design to trace.
Pieces will be fired at SAS Glass and returned the next day to the Astor for participant/parent pickup.
Registration required, at the Astor box office (11am – 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday). (902) 354-5250 or boxoffice@astortheatre.ns.ca
Workshops are run by Scot Slessor of SAS Glass, Liverpool
Suncatcher and Kiln Carving (11 to 16 years)
3 hours – max. 6
Each participant will make two pieces – one Suncatcher and one coaster/tile and learn about the history of glass and see many examples of stained glass and see many examples of stained, fused and casted glass.
History of glass – what is glass made of? Is there natural glass? How do we join glass pieces? What is kiln carving?
Activity: Cut, grind and foil stained glass pieces and participate in soldering together.
Activity: Cut fire-proof paper into multi-layered maple leaf, animal, or fish…
Both items are fired at SAS Glass and returned to the Astor the next day for pickup by parents or students.
Registration required, at the Astor box office (11am – 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday). (902) 354-5250 or boxoffice@astortheatre.ns.ca
Workshops are run by Scot Slessor of SAS Glass, Liverpool
Each participant will make two pieces – one Suncatcher and one coaster/tile and learn about the history of glass and see many examples of stained, fused and casted glass.
History of glass – What is glass made of? Is there natural glass? How do we join glass pieces? What is kiln carving?
Activity: Foil two stained glass pieces (others will be pre-foiled) and place into a design and tape together. Soldering will be done by SAS Glass.
Soldering demonstration.
Activity: Trace design on to fire-proof paper, cut fire-proof paper into maple leaf, animal, or fish…
Both items are fired at SAS Glas and returned to the Astor the next day for pickup by students/parents.
Registration required, at the Astor box office (11am – 4pm, Tuesday to Saturday). (902) 354-5250 or boxoffice@astortheatre.ns.ca
Workshops are run by Scot Slessor of SAS Glass, Liverpool
Each student will select pieces of glass to make a fusing design (pieces will be ground in advance so they are not sharp). Participants learn about the history of glass and see many examples of stained, fused and casted glass. They will have the opportunity to cut glass.
History of glass – What is glass made of? Is there natural glass? How do we join glass pieces? What is fusing glass?
Activity: pick out glass pieces to make a design (boat, sun or abstract) and glue pieces in place for fusing.
Pieces will be fused overnight and returned to the Astor for students/parents to pick up the next day.
**April 19th workshop is full! Second workshop added on 18th May**
What better way to celebrate the return of spring than to create a pine needle basket with local artisan Willo Treschow?
The needles used in the workshop are from the Ponderosa Pine found in the interior of British Columbia; a long-needle pine that is stronger than our native Nova Scotian pines.
Join Willo as she shares the pine needle weaving skills she learned during her time in BC.
Let’s celebrate spring and learn the traditional art of pine needle basket weaving!
Registrations open now – $60 per participant – all materials included.
Artist Willo Treschow is excited to lead a Spirit Doll workshop that dives into self-exploration, creative expression, and an inspired community! For thousands of years, people have created and used dolls as sacred objects for healing, transformation, empowerment, and ritual.
In this workshop, we will create our own Spirit Dolls with simple materials and heartfelt purpose in the manner of the figure-makers of every age and culture. We will each set an intention for our doll, and as we construct it, we will make artistic and intuitive choices that result in a cherished possession.
Participants may bring small, meaningful objects to add to their Spirit Doll. The workshop is three hours, so please bring a light refreshment to keep the energy going.
Sign up quickly for this empowering workshop, as places are limited.
$120 per person, all materials provided.
Liz Vitols is a lifelong creator of art. Her experiences living around the globe, and her passion for people and places, are the inspiration for her colourful, playful works that tell a story.
We are proud to present a collection of Liz’s pieces in our gallery for the month of May. We are open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 4pm.
Join us for an opening reception on Thursday May 4th from 6-8pm.
**Workshop on May 10th is FULL! But we have added a second on June 14th – register in the box office now**
Needle felting is a fun way to turn wool into 3D objects by poking it with a needle. Join Amber Connolly-Purdy on May 10th (6-8pm) for this two hour beginners workshop, and feel your stress drain away as you create a cute little sheep!
The workshop is open to anyone who is 12 or older, but places are limited so don’t delay.
Register through the box office, Tuesday to Saturday 11am-4pm, (902) 354-5250
$30 per person and all materials are included.
**April 19th workshop is full! Second workshop added on 18th May**
What better way to celebrate the return of spring than to create a pine needle basket with local artisan Willo Treschow?
The needles used in the workshop are from the Ponderosa Pine found in the interior of British Columbia; a long-needle pine that is stronger than our native Nova Scotian pines.
Join Willo as she shares the pine needle weaving skills she learned during her time in BC.
Let’s celebrate spring and learn the traditional art of pine needle basket weaving!
Registrations open now – $60 per participant – all materials included.
Join Kalen Roblee on May 27th from 6-8pm at the Town Hall Arts & Cultural Centre for a sip and paint party!
In this workshop, Kalen will teach you the necessities of beginning your watercolour journey! You will learn what materials you need, and basic watercolour techniques, while learning to paint wildflowers.
All painting materials are provided and you will leave with a cute little take-home travel palette, so if you wish to add to your painting at home or start a new one, you can!
The Astor’s bar will be open! You can purchase a drink if you choose (drinks are not included in the workshop fee).
$35 per person, including all materials and instruction.