While juggling these art forms, Jason Bempong spends most of his time focusing on Sleepless Mindz, his art and fashion brand, dance and dance battles, as well as acting. He recently was a part of this year’s Vancouver Mural Festival opening ceremony and was also a part of the encore celebration this past weekend. “I sleep when I can,” Bempong jokes.
Read MoreWith minimal costuming, little-to-no sound design, and stripped- back, outdoor staging, Cooking for Grief at the 2021 Fringe Fest relies almost entirely on writing and performance to succeed. Luckily for us, Breanna Maloney’s thoughtful, semi-autobiographical exploration of loss does just that.
Read MoreSeptember takes us into the heart of Virgo season. The archetypal energy that Virgo represents is deeply connected to the harvest and changing of seasons. The constellation Virgo is tied to the mythology of Persephone and Demeter, and stories of a utopian golden age of endless springtime, abundance, and eternal youth.
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Our FOUND issue is interested in examinations of all sorts—constructing new things, deep dives into new meanings, searching for the truth, chance encounters, found art, or perhaps something you wish yourself or humanity hadn’t found. Deadline: Friday, September 17th. For detailed submisisons guidelines, check out our Submissions Page.
“If you were unable to attend the festival this year don’t fret, as it has already been announced that the festival will return from August 11-21st in 2022. In the meantime, many of this year’s films will find placement on various streaming services throughout the coming year, so be sure to watch for the ones you missed.”
Read MoreThis is the second part of a series covering the Fairy Creek Blockades and those working to protect the land. We recognize this is a departure from SAD’s typical content, but have chosen to publish these stories in allyship toward the protestors and Pacheedaht First Nation.
Read More“…I put five drops of lavender and bergamot orange, summery essential oils, into the black teardrop-shaped diffuser…”
Read MoreThis is the first part of a series covering the Fairy Creek Blockades and those working to protect the land. We recognize this is a departure from SAD’s typical content, but have chosen to publish these stories in allyship toward the protestors and Pacheedaht First Nation.
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