The Council is thrilled to announce our Mandala Spotlight event, Unveiling Mandala on Stage, taking place on September 9th at the Ottawa Art Gallery!
As part of the Mandala Project, this evening features an enthralling showcase of IBPOC (Indigenous, Black, and People of Color) artists, celebrating their rich contributions to Ottawa’s performing arts and music scene. This event is a testament to the diversity and creativity within Ottawa’s IBPOC community, offering a captivating array of genres that span from hip-hop and folk to classical and spoken word poetry.
Doors open at 4 PM. The showcase is approximately 3 hours in length, and artist merchandise will be on sale after the show. Food and drinks will not be served at the event, but bottled water is available by donation, and all are encouraged to use the OAG’s water refilling stations. Alcohol is not permitted.
Unveiling Mandala on Stage is a pay-what-you-can event. Donations will focus on another year of celebrating IBPOC performing arts. The donations will go towards Mandala Spotlight 2024 for local artists (you!), artist’s respectful remuneration, and partnering with local IBPOC collectives and nonprofits to support their celebration of diversity and inclusion.
Keep an eye on our website as well as our social media as we announce the event’s confirmed artists in the coming days.
For information on accessibility, parking, and how to find the Ottawa Art Gallery, please visit the Plan Your Visit page.
If making a donation is a hardship for anyone who wishes to attend, please contact us in confidence at rebecca@ottawaartscouncil.ca.
Accessibility Notes:
- All entrances and venues are fully accessible with accessible elevators.
- Please note our accessible drop-off location for Para Transpo is 10 Daly Ave.
- There are multi-user washrooms and all-gender washrooms
- Portable seating and public seating throughout.
- Mandala Spotlight will be happening indoors with the opportunity for attendees to use the outdoor terraces.
- The Daly entrance is located between Waller and Nicholas on the south side. The Gallery’s large glass doors are recessed from the street. There are accessible elevators located behind the staircase and Jackson Café.
