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Imagine yourself creating and discovering in an old, restored Victorian mansion – that's the Avenue Road Arts School. Art will surround you, as you explore the three-story mansion. Step into the artistically transformed washrooms and visit places like Dinosaurland and a Medieval Castle. Join teachers and students at our public events throughout the year. Come visit the Avenue Road Arts School and see what all the magic is about!

Instructor Art Exhibit

Enjoy an evening of exquisite food and inspiring art! Visit EDO restaurant and view images created by the ARAS faculty. Artists on display include Sadko Hadzihasanovic´, Joseph Romantini, Moira Clark and many more.

Location: EDO – 484 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto. Get restaurant details.

Urinetown: The Musical

May 31, 2008 – 2:30 pm & 8:00 pm

Enjoy an evening of music and dance. Join us for the ARAS Musical Theatre Company's end of year performance. See the poster!

Location: Al Green Theatre, 750 Spadina Avenue, Toronto
Tickets: $15 - on sale soon in our online store

BUY TICKETS NOW! Buy your tickets in our online store or call us at (416) 961-1502. Tickets ordered by May 23 will be mailed out; tickets ordered after that date will be held for pickup at the school.

Art Discovery Day

June 1, 2008 – 1:00-4:00 pm

Join us on Sunday June 1st for activities, demonstrations and performances at our 10th annual Art Discovery Day. Learn about our Toddler, Kinder and Kids & Teens instructors and their classes.

Check back for details and a schedule of events.

Location: Avenue Road Arts School – 460 Avenue Road, Toronto [get directions]

ARAS Young Drama Company Performance

June 13, 2008

Be entertained by a talented group of young performers belonging to the ARAS Young Drama Company. Enjoy an evening of theatre sure to inspire both children and adults alike.

More information to follow.

Adult Art Show

June 18 – 6:00-8:00 pm & June 19 – 5:00-8:00 pm

View the high quality of our student's work. Join us for our second annual Adult Art Show. This exhibit will feature drawings, portraits, figure paintings, landscapes, abstracts, watercolours and ceramic pieces from many of the accomplished students at our school.

Location: Women's Art Association Gallery – 23 Prince Arthur Avenue, Toronto