The 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George invites British Columbia artists to apply to participate in the 2015 Games national arts and cultural festival from Feb. 13 to March 1, 2015.
During the 18 days of the 2015 Games, a professional arts and cultural festival will celebrate Canadian talent and demonstrate artistic excellence in a variety of disciplines.
The provincial government is providing $150,000 to help B.C.’s diverse artists participate in the arts and culture festival. The funding will help B.C. performers from throughout the province participate in the festival, with a focus on artists from First Nations and northern communities.
Artists are encouraged to apply to an open call for performing artists at www. canadagames2015.ca/artists.
Eligible artists include musicians, actors, dancers, writers, sculptors, visual artists, street performers and filmmakers. Events include music performances, mural painting, ice sculpture and literary readings.
Presentations will be held at a variety of venues, including a BC Lottery Corporation Main Stage in the Canada Games Plaza.
For more information on how to participate, contact Karen Jeffery, ceremonies and culture manager, at 250-596-2015, extension218, or e-mail kjeffery@canadagames2015.ca.