COLUMN: Eye on the arts – The Steinbach Arts Council announces its 2025 Annual General Meeting

The Steinbach Arts Council will conduct its Annual General Meeting for 2025 on Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Steinbach Cultural Arts Centre, SCU Studio, located at 304 Second St.

Members of the public are welcome to attend.

For further details, you can visit SteinbachArts.ca.

BTC MUSICAL THEATRE ANNOUNCES NEW SEASON

BTC Musical Theatre, sponsored by Nature’s Farm Food Shed, is proud to announce its new musical theatre classes for ages 6 to 16, These weekly sessions offer a comprehensive blend of acting, singing, and dancing, alongside hands-on experience in stagecraft, prop building, lighting, costumes, and makeup. This program is designed to cultivate confidence, creativity, and essential performance skills, providing a nurturing and supportive environment for all young participants. It’s an opportunity for local youth to connect, express themselves, and contribute our community.

Classes are scheduled for Wednesdays, running from Sept. 10, 2025, to April 21, 2026. The 6-9 age group will meet from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and the 10-16 age group from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. No auditions required.

To join, you can call 204.346.1077.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM REGISTRATION AT THE STEINBACH ARTS COUNCIL CONTINUES

Registration for the Arts4Tots Preschool Program is now open for the 2025-2026 year, offering a unique and engaging educational experience for children ages 3 to 5. This innovative program combines music, theatre, visual arts, culinary arts and dance to foster creativity, imagination, and cognitive development. Led by experienced directors and clinicians with a Montessori-inspired curriculum, this program emphasizes sensory, cultural, and creative learning. Arts4Tots provides a well-rounded educational experience to introduce your tots to a school setting!

The program runs from September 15, 2025, to June 4, 2026, with half-day sessions twice a week featuring an option of mornings or afternoons. Registration can be completed over the phone by calling 204.346.1077 or in-person at 304 Second St.

Thank you to Oakridge Garden Centre for sponsoring our preschool program.

STEINBACH ARTS COUNCIL RELEASES 2025-2026 CONCERT SERIES DETAILS

SAC proudly announces its 2025–2026 Concert Series, featuring five captivating music and theatre performances. Showcasing top Canadian talent, the series promises to entertain and inspire audiences of all ages in Steinbach.

The season includes:

Ian Sherwood: Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m., SRSS Theatre. Kicking off the series, this Canadian Folk Music Award winner brings his east coast charm, storytelling, and genre-blurring folk-pop. Sponsored by Herbsigwil Farms

Prairie Sons: Sunday, November 2, at 7:30 p.m. Featuring cellist David Liam Roberts and pianist Godwin Friesen, this duo, named to CBC’s “Hot 30 Classical Musicians Under 30,” delivers electrifying classical performances.

Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra Holiday Tour: Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m., Crossview Church. Ring in the holidays with this beloved family-friendly tradition, featuring special guests Erin Propp & Larry Roy. Sponsored by Three Way Builders.

Proximus 5: Friday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m., Grace Church. This acclaimed male a cappella group from Winnipeg will stun with impeccable harmonies, spanning ancient choral to contemporary pop, including a collaboration with the SRSS Chamber Choir.

Hockey Mom, Hockey Dad: Sunday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m., SRSS Theatre. Rounding out the season, the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s Regional Tour presents this hilarious and heartfelt play about finding love in a minor hockey rink.

Season tickets are available now for $130 ($120 seniors) by calling 204-346-1077. Individual concert tickets are $34 for adults and $17 for students, available starting August 14th, 2025.

For more information and tickets, visit SteinbachArts.ca or call 204.346.1077.

STEINBACH ARTS COUNCIL CONTINUES TO OFFER HIGH QUALITY PROGRAMMING FOR FALL 2025

Registration for fall classes is now open at the Steinbach Arts Council! Whether you’re interested in exploring new artistic skills or enhancing your current talents, we offer a wide variety of classes tailored for all ages and skill levels. To register, visit our website at SteinbachArts.ca or give us a call at 204.346.1077.

PERFORMING ARTS

Theatre 101 (Age 16+)

10 Week-Introductory Dance Classes in partnership with BOSS Dance: BOSS Little Ballerinas (Ages 3–5), BOSS Hip Hop (Ages 3–5 and 6-9), BOSS Ballet (Ages 6 – 9)

BTC Dramatic Discovery (Ages 5–8), BTC The Actor’s Studio (Ages 9–12), BTC, Advanced Theatre (Ages 13–15), BTC Young Company (Ages 16–18) and BTC Musical Theatre (Ages 6-16) sponsored by Nature’s Farm

VISUAL ARTS

Everything Art (Ages 7-8, 9-12, and 13-15)

Acrylic Art: Painting a Story (Ages 7–8), Beginner Watercolour (Ages 16+), Kids Drawing & Colouring (Ages 5–6), Youth Drawing (Ages 13–17)

COMMUNITY CLASSES

Hatha Yoga (Ages 16+), Strength Circuit (Ages 14+), Zumba (Ages 16+)

Culinary Kids (Ages 9–12), Culinary Youth (Ages 13–17) sponsored by Main Bread & Butter

Children’s Spanish (Ages 6–11), Beginner Spanish: Level 2 (Ages 16+)

FREE AFTER SCHOOL ARTS PROGRAM

ASAP Culinary Arts (Grades 6–10), ASAP Pottery Studio (Grades 5–12), ASAP Visual Arts (Grades 5–12), ASAP Fiddle Club (Grades 5–12), ASAP Improv (Grades 5–12)

WORKSHOPS

CPapercutting Art, Finger Weaving, Driftwood Windchime Making, Filipino “Parol” Christmas Lantern Making, Preservative Canning, Beginner Stained Glass, Sourdough Bread Making, Holiday Dip, Candle Making, Holiday Charcuterie, Soap & Bath Bomb

Our cultural workshops are made possible with support from Mark & Bonnie Loewen and Steinbach Hatchery & Feeds

The Steinbach Arts Council provides bursary funds to support our local children and newcomers in accessing arts and culture programs at our center, including the Steinbach Dodge Creative Kids Bursary Fund and the Roxanne Klassen Memorial Fund for new Canadians. To learn more and apply, visit our website.