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“Since beginning this program in September of 2017, I have seen tremendous results. This program has had a remarkable impact on my performing abilities and my love of the stage, which are both already leading to increased success in my career.”

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) Student Intern Position

(This article has been translated from the original in French). When I was young, I was rebellious. At 13, my dad gave me his 8mm camera, and that probably saved my life because cinema immediately became a passion. Shooting videos to better express my feelings was a revelation for me, as well as a new

Recent Changes to the Lieutenant Governor’s Awards and to the Creation Program

(This article has been translated from the original in French). My name is Elise Anne LaPlante and I am an independent curator. I grew up in Moncton and I’ve always been interested in arts and culture. I pursued Communications in my academic studies, but always gravitated towards the arts. After 3 semesters of uncertainty, I

artsnb Boasts Full Board, Elects New Executive

Come From Away – Gerard Collins


Friday February 23, 2018

As a writer, I often get asked where my ideas come from. I like that the question focuses, not on the artist, but on the source of inspiration. My best ideas seem to come from away. I’m a Newfoundlander by birth, as well as by design. I have been shaped by The Rock – as

artsnb reaches milestone in arts support

Spill Herself Away – Marcia Dysart


Tuesday January 23, 2018

I grew up in Fredericton. My parents were both educators and my mother a talented pianist. Art and culture was an important part of my upbringing. Attending the theatre, galleries and concerts were a monthly outing. I remember watching my mother practice the organ at church, and being fascinated with the coordination of her hands

New Brunswick Riverscapes – Chris Doiron


Wednesday December 20, 2017

Please provide a summary of the project for which you received artsnb funding: As a recipient of an artsnb creation grant, I was able to explore the properties of clay sourced from local riverbeds to produce a series called Riverscapes – wall hangings depicting various river stories passed on to me by locals. The pieces were