Tales Of Us


Date: Oct 1
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Where: Theatre
Special Event

Power Productions "Tales of Us" celebrates the unique cultural experiences and voices of artists who self-identify as living with a seen or unseen disability. Through comedy, contemporary work, original creations and classic prose, artists will share their talents through the lens of lived experience as a self-identified individual with a disability.

Directed by Paul David Power
Stage Manager: Kirsti Mikoda
Production Support: Jacqueline Raymond Ottenheimer

Artists scheduled to perform include:

  • Roger Head
  • Josh Menchions
  • Charlotte Peddle
  • Gabe Tucker
  • Kim White
  • Charlotte Peddle

Power Productions, along with our partners, is pleased to offer:

  • ASL interpretation*
  • Assisted Listening Devices*
  • A relaxed style performance and a working respect for what is known as "crip time" for both our artists and audiences.

*ASL/English Interpreting Services and Assisted Listening Devices are available by request only to sarahryan@therooms.ca or 709-757-8057.

Ticket are $10 plus HST ($11.50). 10% discount for Rooms members.

Space is limited. Please reserve your ticket online by clicking "Buy Tickets" or by calling 757-8090.

Today's Events & Programs

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Art Tea

Art Tea is a contemplative way to experience our exhibitions. Join us for a visit to the art gallery, then exchange ideas and share reflections about current topics in art. This is a casual and relaxed group setting. Tea will be served overlooking the breathtaking view of the harbour.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Seating is limited. Tickets are available online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

Please note: All ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued.

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!

Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.

What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.

This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.

Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Tour

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador

Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!

Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.

What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.

This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.

Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Workshop

Make your own personalized wrapping paper while learning a variety of basic printmaking techniques. Suitable for all skill levels and experience, participants will leave the workshop with new skills and a roll of hand-printed, unique holiday giftwrap.

All workshop materials are included in the cost.

Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members.

Limited spaces! Pre-registration required. Register online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

This workshop may get messy—appropriate clothing is recommended.

.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Rescheduled date from December 3. 

Get your thinking caps on, settle in with some hot chocolate from the bar and get ready for some Holiday Trivia! Join us for an evening of questions inspired by the holiday season, history, geography, and culture of the province.

Teams of 2-6 people.
Cash bar available
Prizes!

Finish up your evening with a stroll through the building to check out the decorations on each floor and stop by the giftshop for some last minute shopping!

Cost: $12 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms. Get your tickets online or by calling 709-757-8090.