Applications are now officially open for our annual Artist-in-Residence program! This program will run for 6 weeks, and selected residents will have access to shared space and stipends for materials. Learn more and apply here: niacentre.org/events/call-fo…

Looking to mingle & build community with other local Black artists? Join us for another Artist Social on Feb. 19, where you'll have the chance to hang out & learn about our upcoming grant application workshop and the Artist-in-Residence program. Register: eventbrite.ca/e/artist-socia…

On Thursday, we'll be showing a series of shorts by Caribbean filmmakers from Toronto, Montréal, and the UK — featuring a post-screening talkback with some of the featured directors! Grab your tickets: eventbrite.ca/e/122120488969…

We've extended the deadline to apply for our Artist-in-Residence program! We're looking to jumpstart the careers of one emerging dancer and one visual artist, who will receive access to shared studio space and more. Learn more and apply: niacentre.org/events/call-fo…

A soulful, tender listening room. Poetry in motion. An open mic night, an exhibition of photographs about Black hair, and a finance workshop to help elevate your practice. We have a lot going on at Nia Centre this month. Come through!

Rehearsals are done! This Friday, the artists from our songwriting camp will finally be taking the stage to perform their own original tracks. Join us for a celebration of emerging talent and creativity. Free registration: eventbrite.ca/e/synergy-a-so…

On Tuesday, March 18th, join us for an enchanting evening of live poetry as the acclaimed author, scholar, historian and spoken word icon Dr. Afua Cooper takes the stage at Nia Centre to carry us through her celebrated writings! eventbrite.ca/e/words-in-mot…

Happy International Women's Day! Today we reflect on the legacy of Toni Morrison, who, in this 1998 interview with Charlie Rose, responds to a frustrating question she was once asked by an interviewer: could she imagine ever writing a novel that wasn't so focused on race?

Don't miss this rare, captivating evening of poetry with Dr. Afua Cooper! On Tuesday, March 18th, Cooper be performing some of her celebrated writings on stage, right here at the Nia Centre. Register for free: eventbrite.ca/e/words-in-mot…

On Tuesday, we'll have the acclaimed historian, novelist, and dub poet Afua Cooper take the stage for a dynamic reading of some of her most beloved works. Don't miss this celebration of storytelling and the art of poetry. Tickets: eventbrite.ca/e/words-in-mot…

My son Solomon was a part of this photo exhibit, "MY HAIR IS ART, PLEASE DON’T JUDGE" held Nia Centre for the Arts in #Toronto. A short film was also screened that amplified their voices, where hair can be an aesthetic, representation of who they are + the intersection it has to onlookers.

On Thursday, join us for a special screening of Toronto-based filmmaker Laurie Townshend's "A Mother Apart," a poet's investigation into the disappearance of her mother. Featuring a post-screening talkback with the filmmaker. Tickets: eventbrite.ca/e/127967098335…

A screening of a cult classic. An open mic night for National Poetry Month. A hands-on workshop for the fashionably inclined. Whether you're in the mood to create or just looking for some art to enjoy this month, we've got you covered. Come hang! niacentre.org/events/

Introducing Couture & Culture, our new fashion program that explores the crossroads of fashion, Black identity & artistic expression. You’ll learn, make things, & close out with a showcase of your creations. Applications close Friday, April 25. More info: niacentre.org/events/couture…

🚨Calling all poets and musicians! We’re celebrating National Poetry Month with Jammin’, an open mic/jam session night. Five poets will be selected, and five more slots are available for in-person sign-up (first-come, first-served). Learn more & register: niacentre.org/events/jammin/

We're thrilled to have movement artist Buyi Philip as one of our spring Artists-in-Residence! Join us in welcoming Buyi, and follow along with us to see what he creates with us. ⁠ ⁠ Nia Centre - Where Art Makes Culture

It's a pleasure to announce fine artist Brandon Baghaee as one of our spring Artists-in-Residence! Join us in giving Brandon a warm welcome, and follow along to see what he creates with us. ⁠ ⁠ Nia Centre - Where Art Makes Culture

Are you interested in exploring darkroom photography? Consider applying for OUTREACH, our 6-session workshop series with Gallery 44, where you'll work with the theme of "movements" and develop your own film photographs. Deadline to apply: May 15. niacentre.org/events/movemen…

The Met Gala is around the corner, and to celebrate the cultural movement and style it's based on, we're doing our own fashion programming. First stop? This lecture with Dr. Cheryl Thompson on the legacy of the Black Dandy. Registration is free: eventbrite.ca/e/the-legacy-o…

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be postponing our seminar with Dr. Cheryl Thompson until further notice. But we still hope to see you all at Stylin' Out on Saturday, May 10th. Get your outfits ready, and come ready for the black carpet!