SummerWorks values the well-being of our artists, staff and our community. That is why, in the midst of our Festival, we offer a day to breathe, rest and connect with ourselves and our community. Learn more about how we support our artists and our Festival here: https://lnkd.in/gYA6qQx8 Thank you for featuring us.
SummerWorks
Performing Arts
Toronto, ON 1,089 followers
Expanding the possibilities of performance
About us
SummerWorks is a leader, collaborator and community builder at the forefront of contemporary performance – asking crucial questions; nurturing artistic innovation; and presenting new works that reflect the complexity and diversity of our society. Our year-round activities and summer Festival offer four distinct streams of programming designed to provide unique supports to creative projects and processes while offering audiences a dynamic choice in how they engage with the work. SummerWorks Presentations Fully-developed new works, offering a snapshot of contemporary performance. SummerWorks Lab A place for exploration, experimentation and process where new work is incubated or shared at crucial stages of development. SummerWorks Exchange Encapsulating professional development and industry activities including workshops, conversations, mentorship and pitching opportunities. Public Works Free performances, bringing artists and audiences together to experience public space in new ways.
- Website
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http://www.summerworks.ca
External link for SummerWorks
- Industry
- Performing Arts
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, ON
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- Performing Arts, Artistic Development, Contemporary Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, Live Art, Youth, and Leadership Training
Locations
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423-401 Richmond Street West
Toronto, ON M5V 3A8, CA
Employees at SummerWorks
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John-Philip Faienza
Director, Performance Artist, Production Technician
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Kassandra Prus
Changemaker
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Darane Harvey
Production Assistant at Midnight Films
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Andrew Hicks
Event Coordinator Multi - Media Designer Music Curator • Creating Engaging Content For Social Media Campaigns And Cutting-Edge Media Arts…
Updates
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SummerWorks is committed to supporting artists exploring new possibilities in performance. In this year's festival, we are featuring "Rougarou", a horror-based hybrid staged play reading. Discover "Rougarou", the inspiration and the creative process in this article by Windspeaker.com: https://lnkd.in/d3nqff6S
Métis playwright’s Rougarou springs from scary tale told by grandfather
windspeaker.com
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SummerWorks reposted this
Multi-lingual Actress & Singer, Writer, Playwright, Producer. #OldNotOutdated, Advocate for older-women-of-colour & creatives. Retired Science & Technology Recruiter, Marketing Consultant
Thanks to colleagues from my former life in Science & Technology, I was able to get my sci-fi play fact-checked & submitted to a theatre company in preparation for SummerWorks - Who's on when will be announced at the end of June so you can plan to see the festival (Aug 1 to 11). Did you know that talents who premiered at SummerWorks' have moved on to your screens and local stages? Next on deck, keeping the fish swimming in "Go Fish" a new story. #inspired #WritersLife #playwright #theatre #theaTO #OldNotOutdated
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It’s programming release day for SummerWorks Performance Festival 2024! In response to the current zeitgeist, the 2024 SummerWorks Performance Festival presents 11 days of bold creative expressions from a diversity of perspectives and lived experiences, that engage with the idea of survival, in both subtle and blunt ways, with nuanced complexity. With over 40 events and activities, all curated and designed around the idea of gathering together in public space, this year’s Festival offers you a moment to pause and reflect, to dive into the energy and chaos, and to witness dynamic live performances by independent artists from across Canada, and around the world. We invite you to join us this summer, for an inspiring, thought-provoking, and magical SummerWorks experience. Learn more about programming here: https://lnkd.in/gsi-aBXm Tickets go on sale July 11. Stay tuned.
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We’re excited to announce a brand new way to experience SummerWorks’ bold and dynamic live performance programming – all summer long! Through a new partnership with Union, SummerWorks will curate a series of live performances for Union Summer at Union Station, featuring a diverse and exciting lineup of local artists and acts that will engage and intrigue. Between June 26 and August 21, SummerWorks will present live performance, dance, theatre, music, comedy, cabaret, and more on Union Summer’s TD Stage, every Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. SummerWorks and Union share a common goal: to celebrate the vibrancy of summer in the city. Through this partnership, we are excited to share SummerWorks’ unique programming with a brand new audience, expand the Festival’s community and our geographic footprint, and as always, expand the possibilities of performance!✨ Visit our website for programming, updates and more! https://lnkd.in/gXgQx2Ef
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We are thrilled to announce the Artists and Creative Collaborators engaging in this summer’s Festival (August 1-11, 2024)! Stay tuned for the our full Festival programming announcement in late-June. For 11 days each August, we expand the possibilities of performance with curated programming that engages, provokes, and excites audiences, with artistic work from right here in Toronto, from across Canada, and beyond. SummerWorks Performance Festival August 1-11, 2024 Full Festival Programming Announcement June 2024 ALT TEXT: The SummerWorks logo swoops into frame against a yellow background, followed by a scrolling list of artist names in black text against yellow - the dates for the Festival, and partner logos, ending with "Expanding the possibilities of performance" #summerworksTO #theaTO #danceTO #musicTO #liveartTO #contemporaryperformance #performancefestival #festival
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SummerWorks is hiring! We are searching for individuals to engage with us, to support the 2024 SummerWorks Performance Festival. • Production Manager • Marketing Manager • Accessibility Coordinator Visit our ‘Get Involved’ webpage (below) to learn more about these Festival contract positions, and our organizational values, hiring practices, and working culture. https://lnkd.in/eyjkQdtH #summerworksTO #performancefestival #hiring #productionmanager #marketingmanager #accessibilitycoordinator
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📣 Announcing the exciting return of the 34th edition of Toronto’s beloved summer festival of live performance! 😊 We are thrilled to announce the return of the SummerWorks Performance Festival in 2024. For 11 days each August, we expand the possibilities of performance with curated programming that engages, provokes, and excites audiences, with artistic work from right here in Toronto, from across Canada, and beyond. ✅ Make your summer plans now, and don’t miss out! Stay tuned to our website, check out our social media, and sign up for our e-newsletter for further announcements about the Festival programming, and other exciting initiatives at SummerWorks! #summerworksTO #festivalsTO #theaTO #danceTO #musicTO #contemporaryperformance #liveart #performancefestival
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▶️ The 2023 SummerWorks Year-End Video has just dropped! https://lnkd.in/gZByCh9j Thank you to all of the artists, staff, volunteers, partners, supporters, and audience members who engaged with us, and contributed to the magic! Thank you for an incredible year! Love, SummerWorks ❤️ #SummerWorksTO #performancefestival #performance #theaTO #danceTO #musicTO #liveart #contemporaryperformance
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Sending lots of love to the Core Staff Team for the 2023 SummerWorks Performance Festival ❤️ Top, L > R: - Emma Westray / Festival Producer - Jahnelle Jones / Assistant Producer — Festival Operations - Jules Vodarek Hunter / Assistant Production Manager - Michael Caldwell / Artistic Director - Patricia Vinluan / Production Manager - Morgan Norwich / Managing Director - Peter Kelly / Patron Services Manager & Volunteer Coordinator - Max Cameron Fearon / Assistant Producer — Programming - Brandon Crone / Marketing Manager #summerworksTO #festivalstaff #performancefestival #contemporaryperformance #theaTO #danceTO #musicTO #liveart