RuminariLive Arts
Discovering New Voices and
Breath in the Arts
We all have something to say and finding new ways to communicate and create is key.
We all have something to say and finding new ways to communicate and create is key.
Sunday and Friday
Sunday and Friday
October 20 & 25
The Scare Factory Presents! Special Effects Makeup!
The Scare Factory Presents! Special Effects Makeup!
So it's Halloween and you and yours want to dress up. This prep class is just what you're looking for!
Emily Bayer beginns with the basics of special FX makeup. She will go over where to get the materials, what you do with it and how to use cosmetics and appliances to create the appearance of bruises, cuts, blood, old age, deformities, mutations, and more. 14+
Grab a seat, and let us give you a hand!
See more info about the programs in our Workshop section
Spaces are limited, so register soon on the contact page
Sunday
Sunday
October
19 & 20
Walk-in my Shoes
Walk-in my Shoes
Join us for an acting workshop designed to break through stubborn preconceptions you might have about characters. Explorations and improv will be a tone of fun!
See more info about the Workshop in our Programming section
Spaces are limited
Register on the Contact page
On Saturday
On Saturday
November 9
The November Art Bar:
Out of the Shadows
The November Art Bar:
Out of the Shadows
It’s an art and sip experience! Grab some friends & pull up a seat!
It's a fun night out for people of all artistic levels.
This night of art is created with a pencil and paper. Artist, James Tarrant will do step by step discovery of Shading. Come create the illusion of form, space, and most importantly - light in a drawing.
See more info about the Workshop in our Programming section.
Register on the Contact page
Sunday
Sunday
November
22-29
The Upstairs Gallery
The Upstairs Gallery
Bringing the province together artistically! This post-secondary gallery focuses on amazing up and coming artists throughout the province. Come and take in the voice of a generation through their art!
See more info about the Gallery in our Programming section
On Saturday
On Saturday
Dec
21 & 22
The Western Compass presents:
A Unique Aesthetic
The Western Compass presents:
A Unique Aesthetic
Come experience 'A Unique Aesthetic'. This gallery captures the dreamy charm and elegance of the Western perspective through black and white images from Four Amazing western photographers.
On Saturday, December 21st come in from the cold and find a quiet spot with a glass of wine and conversation from 7-10 at RuminariLive Arts
See more info about the show in our RuminariLive Presents section
Saturday
Saturday
January 9, 2020
The January Art Bar
Prism Equus
The January Art Bar
Prism Equus
This month, the studio welcomes artist Linda Finstad. For this Paint and sip experience, grab some friends & pull up a seat!
It's a fun night out for people of all artistic levels.
This is a fun method of painting that allows you to express yourself without the stress of aiming for photo realism. Although this is an abstract painting,
the colours and shapes are carefully chosen to represent the personality of the horse.
See more info about the Workshop in our Programming section.
Register on the Contact page
Who We Are
Who We Are
RuminariLive is a multipurpose space that stimulates and enhances artistic, cultural and economic activities. We create stimulating and intellectually provocative artistic work that draws upon and enriches the diversity of our region. Through development and collaborations with artists and audiences, our facility focuses on original artworks and artists.
We provide an inclusive arts space that offers alternative experiences for both local groups and touring professionals.
We offer:
- Classes: Drama, Stage Combat, Comedy, Crafts, Visual Arts + More
- Gallery: Fine Art, Designe, Fashion
- Events: Celebrations, Meetings, Holidays
Come experience all that RuminariLive has to offer!
Sunday
Sunday
November
22-29
The Upstairs Gallery
The Upstairs Gallery
Bringing the province together artistically! This post-secondary gallery focuses on amazing up and coming artists throughout the province. Come and take in the voice of a generation through their art!
See more info about the Gallery in our Programming section
On Saturday
On Saturday
Dec
21 & 22
The Western Compass presents: A Unique Aesthetic
The Western Compass presents: A Unique Aesthetic
Come experience 'A Unique Aesthetic'. This gallery captures the dreamy charm and elegance of the Western perspective through black and white images from Four Amazing western photographers.
On Saturday, December 21st come in from the cold and find a quiet spot with a glass of wine and conversation from 7-10 at RuminariLive Arts
See more info about the show in our RuminariLive Presents section
Sunday
Sunday
November
22-29
The Upstairs Gallery
The Upstairs Gallery
Bringing the province together artistically! This post-secondary gallery focuses on amazing up and coming artists throughout the province. Come and take in the voice of a generation through their art!
See more info about the Gallery in our Programming section
On Saturday
On Saturday
Dec
21 & 22
The Western Compass presents: A Unique Aesthetic
The Western Compass presents: A Unique Aesthetic
Come experience 'A Unique Aesthetic'. This gallery captures the dreamy charm and elegance of the Western perspective through black and white images from Four Amazing western photographers.
On Saturday, December 21st come in from the cold and find a quiet spot with a glass of wine and conversation from 7-10 at RuminariLive Arts
See more info about the show in our RuminariLive Presents section
Mission/Vision
Mission/Vision
We follow five fundamental guiding principles at all times:
We follow five fundamental guiding principles at all times:
Jill Anderson
Jill Anderson
CEO
CEO
- Passion and Professionalism
- Leadership
John Smith
John Smith
Senior Architect
Senior Architect
- Accountability
- Integrity
John Smith
John Smith
Senior Architect
Senior Architect
- Diversity
Our founder, Hunter Gates is a director, actor, stuntman, theatre-maker, and educator. She specializes in movement as well as devised theatre performance. Hunter has more than 30 years of experience in the professional and community theatre, film and television. She trained in physical theatre at the School of Physical Theatre in Toronto. She holds a PhD in theatre philosophy, a pedagogical certificate in Physical Theatre and a certificate in stunt performance and teaching. Hunter also has extensive experience in stage combat.
Her performance and teaching experience abroad includes work in Egypt, Greece, South Africa, and the Caribbean. She has also performed and taught across Canada. She launched her post-university theatre career in Montreal at the Just for Laughs festival. She was the founding artistic director (1996 to 2016) of The Hunter Gates Academy of Physical Theatre, a school specializing in training, new-play creation and international collaborations. Dr. Gates provides artistic innovation and dedication to the voice and spirit of the community.
Hunter specializes in the creation of programs for seniors, adults, and at-risk youth.
James Tarrant, our Artistic Director, considered a radical in his works of fine art. His is a life long process of experimentation and innovation using reality as a means and not an end.
James brings a viewpoint that encompasses artistic topicality with philosophical and cultural movement and manifestation. He holds a BA in Painting with a minor in Drawing from the Alberta University of Art. James has worked in the Physical Theatre world for over two decades and brings a true eye to original works presentation.