Art Gallery Opening Reception
Date: May 31
7:00 pm
- 9:00 pm
Where: Level 3 Atrium
You are invited to join us for a free public art gallery opening reception!
In celebration of the Year of the Arts, Gather honours the vital role of artists in Newfoundland and Labrador. The exhibition places importance on intergenerational conversations, as artworks by some of the province’s most beloved figures are shown alongside recent and newly commissioned works by contemporary artists. It highlights the province’s growing creative community, marked by close-knit ties and a strong sense of place. Ultimately, "Gather" speaks to the various reasons we come together with others, whether in celebration, remembrance, or solidarity.
Clouds and fog are familiar sights in this part of the world, but with Max Streicher: Alto Cumulus, clouds take on a new dimension. The large-scale inflatable artworks transform the gallery space, offering a unique perspective on tension, deflation, and vulnerability. Influenced by art history and surrealist aesthetics, Streicher's pieces challenge perceptions of space and reality, capturing the essence of his childhood fascination with the ever-changing nature of clouds.
BURNOUT is a new immersive installation created by Elbow Room Artists-in-Residence Georgia Dawkin and Drew Pardy (HOT 4 THE MOMENT). Through textiles, video, and performance, the artists examine racing culture and terminology. Their playful critique explores how burnout and unrecognized labour are common experiences for many women and creative workers.
There will be refreshments, a cash bar (19+), and live music by Brad Jefford. Admission to the Art Gallery exhibitions will be free during the event.
See more about the artists here:
Gather: In Celebration of Year of the Arts | The Rooms
Max Streicher: Alto Cumulus | The Rooms
BURNOUT: HOT 4 THE MOMENT (GEORGIA DAWKIN AND DREW PARDY) | The Rooms
Image: Ethel Brown. Sustenance (2017). Photo print mounted on di-bond. Image courtesy of the artist.
Events & Programs
Save The Date – Online Registration Opening Soon!
Registration Dates:
- Rooms Members: Tuesday, March 18 at 10:00 AM
- Non-Members: Thursday, March 20 at 10:00 AM
A “Get Tickets” button will appear on this page when registration opens. Online registration only.
Once you've completed your online registration, please download the Registration Form and submit it to RoomsOrders@therooms.ca to complete your registration.
Adventures Await!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! The Rooms will be offering exciting 5-day camps for 8 weeks, filled with creativity, exploration, and fun.
Who Can Attend?
Camp K-3: Open to campers who have completed Kindergarten to Grade 3 by June 2025.
Camp 4-6: Open to campers who have completed Grades 4 to 6 by June 2025.
(No Exceptions)
What to Expect?
Each week, campers will dive into inspiring exhibitions and collections, with activities focused on creative expression through engaging daily themes.
Camp Details!
Cost: $265 Per Week + HST.
10% Discount for Rooms Members (Member Number Required)
Schedule:
Camp Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Drop-off: Between 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Pick-up: Between 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Mark your calendars and get ready for an amazing summer at The Rooms!
2025 marks the 25th Anniversary of the Tuckamore Festival! Join the celebration with the New Orford Quartet for a concert designed especially for our youngest audience members. This concert will feature selections from their program as well as other well-known favourites. The quartet will guide the audience through their program and take a few questions.
A treasured event of every festival!
More about the New Orford Quartet
The New Orford String Quartet has seen astonishing success, giving annual concerts for national CBC broadcast and receiving unanimous critical acclaim, including two Opus Awards for Concert of the Year, and a 2017 JUNO Award for Best Classical Album. Recent seasons have featured return engagements in Chicago, Montreal, and Toronto, as well as their New York City debut on Lincoln Center’s Great Performers series.
The New Orford is dedicated to promoting Canadian works, both new commissions and neglected repertoire from the previous century. New Orford String Quartet projects have included performances of major Canadian string quartets from the 20th century including works by Glenn Gould, Sir Ernest MacMillan, Jacques Hétu, R. Murray Schafer, and Claude Vivier, as well as commissions of new works from composers such as Francois Dompierre, Gary Kulesha, Airat Ichmouratov and Tim Brady. The Quartet thrives on exploring the rich chamber music repertoire; recent collaborations include those with pianists Marc-André Hamelin and Menahem Pressler.
New Orford Quartet > Tuckamore Chamber Music Festival
No ticket is required. This is a drop-in program.