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A cover image reading ArtShare: In the Field 2, it shows an artist looking through a magnifying glass at a piece of artwork.

ArtShare: In the Field 2

Wednesdays Do you love art? Do you love exploring? Then this is the class for you! ArtShare: In the Field 2 invites participants to explore art galleries across Calgary to view, learn […]

A camera operator stands in a dark room in front of one bright spotlight, there is a musician behind the camera and a drum set off to the right side.

Music Video Party!

Fridays During this 4-week class, students will watch, analyze, and critique their favourite music videos. By the end of this series, artists will learn how to get their ideas on paper to share them with potential collaborators!  September 4 – September 25 Workshop Facilitator: Ado Nkemka (A.N.) is a musician and multidisciplinary writer (playwriting, journalism, poetry). Through her work, she interrogates power while improving her relationship […]

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The Third Paradise

Join us on Saturday, September 12 for a participatory performance by Matilde Nuzzo and Francesca Malverti (LENSart), in collaboration with Cittadellarte – Fondazione Pistoletto, Italian Cultural Institute of Toronto, and National accessArts Centre.   This performance is created by the people who attend. Through simple movement and shared actions, participants will come together to form […]

a table with a fashion design sketch, two small canisters full of small brown beads, some beads spilling out. There is a colour swatch on the left hand side that has yellow, orange, blue, beige, and grey.

Style Lab: The Art of Styling with Katherine Godden

Mondays Welcome to ‘Style Lab: The Art of Styling’ with Katherine Godden! A fun, hands-on dive into the exciting world of fashion! Sketch, Style and Slay your way through creating original looks, mood boards, and experimenting with colours, shapes, patterns, and texture! Bring your ideas to life on a mannequin and put your creativity to […]

A young man with long black hair wearing a fluffy bucket hat sits in front of a large recording-style microphone.

Musicianship: Do Re Mi and You

Tuesdays Discover the joy of making music in a welcoming and supportive environment! Inthis class, we will focus on three key areas of music-making: rhythm, intonation (stayingin tune), and solfège singing (using syllables like do, re, mi). Through group activities,songs, games, and movement, you’ll build confidence and develop a stronger sense ofmusical expression. No prior […]

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Dance Party: Broadway, Your Way!

Tuesdays Dance Party is a high-energy, community-focused dance class that celebrates movement, music, and connection. Each session features a fresh theme designed to spark joy and get everyone moving. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just love to let loose, you’ll explore creative ways to express yourself through movement and art. Come for the fun, […]

Two individuals stand in front of a large easel with a blank sheet of paper, together they are writing words onto the page.

Learn from Legends: Songwriting

Wednesdays Learn from history’s hottest hitmakers in this music analysis class for aspiringsongwriters. We’ll explore songs from many genres, cultures and eras, uncovering whatmakes each one special and captivating. As we listen, we’ll chat about key songwritingconcepts like melody, harmony, rhythm, lyrics and more. Each class will offer a uniqueway to listen, with musical examples […]

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Dance Lab: Jazz It Up

Thursdays Dance Lab is a community-focused dance class designed for movers who want to deepen their skills while staying connected to the joy of movement. Each session blends technique with creative exploration – offering a space to experiment, refine, and grow your movement vocabulary. Whether you’re building your foundation or expanding your style, Dance Lab […]

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Learn Keys in a Breeze

Friddays Explore a wild range of electronic sounds during this 4-week class; students will learn the basics of keyboard (piano), learn some music theory through video, practical application, and discussion, and jam with their peers!  Please note that this class is best suited for artists who:  A keyboard will be provided to artists by the NaAC to use during the class.  About the […]

A woman sitting on a chair is holding a guitar. Her hands rest across the neck of the instrument, crossed over each other. She is wearing jeans and a black t-shirt, with a heart necklace.

NaAC Music: One String, One Song

Mondays During this 4-week guitar class, participants will explore a range of songwriting possibilities using one string! Artists will listen to popular 1-string riffs (think “Smoke on the Water”) to inspire their own original compositions.   Please note that this class is best suited for artists who:  A guitar will be provided to artists by the […]