We are thrilled to introduce The Box Adventure, our Fall programming theme that invites H’art Studio artists to embark on an exciting journey of creativity and happiness. The Box Adventure is a series of workshops that combines various art forms, including...
Now that the summer season has come to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on the incredible activities and accomplishments we experienced together. This summer, we talked about our emotions, what affects us emotionally, and how our emotions, in turn, can affect...
It is with sadness that we share news of the passing of a long-time friend and brilliant artist, Karen Olivier. Our deepest sympathies go out to her family. Karen was one of the originals here at H’art Centre. She loved music, especially drumming, writing, and visual...
Dear friends, It's hard to believe that it's been 25 years already! As many of you know, H'art opened, with the help of countless community supporters, in a small visual arts studio on Montreal Street in downtown Kingston. Buoyed by the success of that visual arts...
H'art Centre has wrapped filming on a new special production, "Water". Eight H'art Studio performers star in this filmed movement piece that reflects on the purpose of freshwater and how it can strengthen our human purpose to connect to our surroundings. "Water" will...
On April 15, H'art Centre and the Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston announced a new partnership to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (15 April 1972) between Canada and the US. This partnership is an opportunity for...
H'art Centre announced that a unique mix of artistic, educational, and environmental workshops, a partnership, exhibitions, and exhibits will be held under the umbrella of its 2022 Season. This year’s edition includes a set of creative initiatives and events that will...
The COVID-19 pandemic has created long periods of isolation and disconnection. So, this Fall season, H'art Studio artists will reflect on the experience and concentrate on creative ways to reconnect and bring joy back into our lives and to others in our community....
This summer is full of virtual adventures and music. H'art Studio artists are exploring our city through virtual tours of art galleries and museums. We are discovering sights near and far and imagining wide-open spaces. We are starting with watercolours and mixed...
The first in a series of Finding Good art sales is here –– and available to you online! This collection features 14 painted wood sculptures. The sculptures depict the helpers in our community. Look for a celebration of doctors, teachers, nurses, zoo keepers, 911...
From January to March, the "Artist Connect" project brought artists from across Canada together to talk about making art in the digital world. Artist Connect was presented by Ottawa’s BEING Studio, in partnership with H'art Centre (Kingston), The Space (Ottawa),...
Ready to spread your wings? H’art Centre is here if you! H'art Studio offers limited on-site programming and a virtual H’art Studio program. Remember, you can join Virtual H'art Studio anytime, from anywhere. Teachers, administrators, and parent organizations!...
Last season, H’art Studio artists explored the driving force of inspiration. They looked at how local artists use their own personal interests to inspire their creations. For instance, some local artists have been inspired to create artwork that features food,...
H'art Centre is launching a new season and plans for monthly art projects under the slogan, “Finding Good”. “People have been isolated, missing friends and loved ones, feeling bored, tired, stuck, and out of shape,” said Katherine Porter, Executive Director of H’art...
We decided to create a new way for H'art collectors to interact with the work on sale. The long-awaited Small Things art sale is here –– and available to you online! We postponed the sale in the spring but didn't forget the work that went into this collection. To...
Small Things was two weeks from its opening. H'artists were preparing to take the Isabel Bader Human Rights Arts Festival stage. Then, Ontario shut down public performances due to the COVID-19 crisis. Right now, H'art is exploring ways to reinvent and remount our...
What's next for "Virtual H'art Studio"? In 2021, H'art will enrich its content and expand its reach. We will look at what made the 2020 Zoom workshops successful. The team will dig into feedback from participants, staff, and consultants. From there, the administration...
The fall is flying by and we can’t believe that we near the halfway point of November. Both onsite and online H’artists have completed their exploration of local artists' inspirations and are in the creation phase of "Season of Solos". Local artists use personal...
Today, we are pleased to announce the details of our Fall 2020 H'art Studio programming. The Fall session, which we are calling Season of Solos, will include visual arts, music, and dance workshops on the theme of "inspiration". The new session begins on September 8th...
It has been said that there is an opportunity in every crisis. When H'art Centre shut down to on-site programming due to the pandemic, we had no idea what opportunity would arise. Without missing a beat, our instructors and administrators worked hard to deliver...
The overall theme of the Fall Season is "Season of Solos". H'art artists will demonstrate the "personal interest and inspiring force behind each creation" in many artistic disciplines. We are pleased to announce Daniel Chalmers, a local professional...
We are happy to announce the addition of a second Zoom workshop to our weekly schedule. Some of Kingston's most amazing community artists are now leading our H'art Studio artists in different mediums. Here are a few: Tuesday, May 5: Percussion with Daniel Chalmers...
After years of highly collaborative work in theatre and dance, H'art artists had to shift quickly into being creative during a time of isolation and social distancing. Change can be scary but it can also support opportunity. So, H'art Studio artists will explore their...
Although our doors are closed, our programming has not stopped. We have adapted our programming to a new virtual space. Every day, instructors and guest artists work to prepare assignments, communicate our schedule and plans, and encourage artists on their creative...
Throughout the shutdown, instructors, administration, and communication staff have been working hard behind the scenes. Our goals have been to: connect with every H'art artist, connect them to each other, set a new routine, introduce meaningful activities, and share...
POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.We will update you about the new schedule and venue when the information is available.
After 2018’s successful first appearance at the Isabel Bader Human Rights Festival with the 20th anniversary play A Gift From Martadella, H’art Centre is proud to announce it will return to the Festival in 2020 with a new production, Small Things. The production will...
The Vince Love Club is an annual gathering for registered H’art Studio's artists and their family members and caregivers. Dress your best to honour the memory of our dear friend Vince and take a moment to remember what is truly important in life: music,...
H'art Studio artists got off to a great start this fall. The theme for the fall season: Celebration! In our workshops, we are learning abou the word, its associated energy, the inspiration to be with others or self, and how celebration creates memories and moments for...
An exhibit and fundraiser in support of our next major performance THE BOX, 237 Wellington Street Saturday, June 8 - Sunday June, 9 2019 2:00 PM -4:00 PM Choir performance 3:00-3:30 PM In A Message From Nature, H'artists and Canadian artist Katherine Porter create a...
"A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence."- Jim Watkins This term, H'art Studio artists will work to strengthen their personal daily practice. What is a "daily practice"? It is a series of small, fundamental actions that,...
Every year, since his passing in July 2016, H'art has held a special event to honour the legacy of our dear friend Vince. This year was no exception and we gathered again for The Vince Love Club on December 19th. It was a chance for H’art School participants and...
On December 8 & 9, 2018, H'art Centre staged two sold-out performances of The Wishing Tree marking a huge success for our first collaboration with artist Suzanne Pasternak. Inspired by local stories and legends of Prince Edward County, The Wishing Tree is a...
December 19, 2018 The Vince Love Club is an annual gathering for H’art School participants and invited guests. Dress your best to honour Vince and to take a moment to remember what is truly important in life: music, dancing, laughter, and friends. ...
More than 70 people came out for "Special Like You". Our artists enjoyed thrilling applause and a standing ovation - thank you! Special Like You was a thematic exploration of nature, the elements, animals, and transformation through dance and theatre. This...
Special Like You August 16, 2018 A new dance presentation for parents, caregivers, and family members of registered H'art School participants. Seating is very limited, call 613-545-1392 today to reserve your seats.
H’art Centre marked its 20th year in Kingston with a major production at the Isabel Bader Performance Centre from April 20-21, 2018 and would like to thank everyone who made the event possible. “We started 20 years ago with the belief that people with developmental...
A Gift From MartadellaIsabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts 390 King Street West Kingston, OntarioApril 20 – 21, 2018 (see below for more detailed times)Adults $20 Seniors (over 65) $12 Children (under 12) $12An inspiring musical for anyone who believes they...
April 20-21, 2018 Isabel Bader Centre Performing Arts Centre, Performance Hall An inspiring musical for anyone who believes they have more to give & H'art Centre's 20th anniversary celebration event Produced by H’art Centre By Kathi Toth Switzer & David...
The Vince Love Club is an annual gathering for H’art School participants and invited guests. Dress your best to honour Vince and to take a moment to remember what is truly important in life: music, dancing, laughter and friends. FREE
An exhibit and fundraiser in support of major 20th anniversary performance In 1998, artist Katherine Porter established a group that would grow into Kingston’s H’art Centre, an arts hub where people with disabilities create, study, and produce works in the...
H'art Centre welcomed the Kingston community to learn about how the value of the arts to people with developmental disabilities and how artists use their art to make a positive change and promote inclusion on Tuesday, May 16. The event featured short performances,...
Down Syndrome By The DozenTHE BOX at H’art Centre 237 Wellington Street Kingston, OntarioApril 19 – 29, 2017(see below for more detailed times)Adults $10Imagine living in a world that makes little sense to you, where the rules can be developed without your...
Art-ivist: A person who blends art with positive social action and inclusion In January, we began to learn about local artists who have used their art to make a positive change and promote inclusion in Kingston. We call these inspiring individuals by a new term ––...
The Secret Life of NatalieTHE BOX at H’art Centre 237 Wellington Street Kingston, ONDecember 6 – 10, 2016(see below for more detailed times)$10Produced by H’art Centre Directed by Kathryn MacKay Music Direction by Kathi Toth Switzer & Michael George Choreography...
A joyous afternoon for H’art School participants and invited guests Dress your best for this sophisticated celebration to honour Vince and the way he inspired us to live life to its fullest. This event will feature annual awards, dancing, music, popcorn & juice,...
The Secret Life of Natalie Produced by H’art Centre Directed by Kathryn MacKay Music Direction by Kathi Toth Switzer & Michael George Choreography by Melissa Mahady Wilton Inspired by the song "I Can Fly" by Michael George Performed by: Anna Sudac, Anna G....
Come join us at our pop-up art store and discover fresh art products curated from the summer program! This season, we are encouraging our artists to explore "growth" in themselves and the world around them. Our June "pop-up" shop takes its inspiration from the life...
Melos and H'art Centre's Choir and Percussionists collaborate in performing works such as Pachelbel's Canon on May 1 2016. They highlight the use of sol-fa and great music teachers through the centuries in western classical music. Melos choir and period instruments...
Our artists have accomplished amazing things this term and family, friends and the general public are welcome to come and celebrate their work! This free event is perfect for parents, friends & family, potential volunteers, special educators, and people 18+ with...