SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026 | 10:30AM-12:45PM
We have been invited to sketch by Orchestra Toronto as they rehearse Exploration of the Soul: Tchaikovsky & Adler. This is an exciting opportunity to capture the dynamic energy of the musicians during soundcheck and rehearsal, offering both creative inspiration and a behind-the-scenes view of the orchestra in action.
Sign-up is required via this Google Form
Sign-up closes: February 27, 2026.
Sign-up closes: February 27, 2026.
Please note: This event takes place at Meridian Arts Centre (5040 Yonge Street, North York) — not Meridian Hall.
Orchestra Toronto is also offering a discount code for concert tickets later in the day, available exclusively to participating sketchers.
Event Details
Event: Orchestra Toronto Dress Rehearsal / Soundcheck
Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:45 PM
(Concert begins at 3:00 PM for those who have purchased tickets)
Location: Meridian Arts Centre (5040 Yonge Street, North York)
Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:45 PM
(Concert begins at 3:00 PM for those who have purchased tickets)
Location: Meridian Arts Centre (5040 Yonge Street, North York)
Schedule
10:30 AM
Meet at the Stage Entrance Area / Auditorium of Meridian Arts Centre for check-in and a brief orientation with the host (Sonya - co-hosted by Natalie).
Meet at the Stage Entrance Area / Auditorium of Meridian Arts Centre for check-in and a brief orientation with the host (Sonya - co-hosted by Natalie).
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Artists arrive and find their preferred sketching locations. Sketching runs concurrently with soundcheck. Artists may move throughout the audience seating and balcony to sketch from their preferred vantage points.
Artists arrive and find their preferred sketching locations. Sketching runs concurrently with soundcheck. Artists may move throughout the audience seating and balcony to sketch from their preferred vantage points.
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Exit the hall for the throwdown and group photo.
Exit the hall for the throwdown and group photo.
Optional: Artwork Display
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM – Setup & Display Installation
Orchestra Toronto will host a pre-concert display of submitted artwork.
Sketches will be mounted using foam core and adhesive (painter’s tape)
Artists may stand by their displayed work during setup and/or leave:
A business card
Email address
Instagram handle
(on a separate card or directly on their work)
Displays are for exhibition only and not for sale
(unless contacted privately after the event)
Artists may stand by their displayed work during setup and/or leave:
A business card
Email address
Instagram handle
(on a separate card or directly on their work)
Displays are for exhibition only and not for sale
(unless contacted privately after the event)
Please note that artists are responsible for picking up their own artwork following the throwdown.
Artists may choose to leave their work with Sonya after the event for temporary display and later return. However, by doing so, you acknowledge that the artwork remains your responsibility.
Neither Sonya nor Urban Sketchers Toronto assumes any responsibility or liability for loss, damage, or unclaimed artwork left after the event. It is your responsibility to ensure your work is collected in a timely manner.
More information about the performance:
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Urban Sketchers Manifesto
1. We draw on location, indoors or out, capturing what we see from direct observation.
2. Our drawings tell the story of our surroundings, the places we live, and where we travel.
3. Our drawings are a record of time and place.
4. We are truthful to the scenes we witness.
5. We use any kind of media and cherish our individual styles.
6. We support each other and draw together.
7. We share our drawings online.
8. We show the world, one drawing at a time.
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Disclaimer
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USk TO events are provided with no special warranty either expressed or implied.
You assume all risks while participating in the event. All participants must use care and good judgment and must obey the USk Manifesto, all rules and regulations of USk Toronto and the City of Toronto.
USk Toronto reserves the right to reject any participant who is causing disruption of activities during the event.
USk Toronto reserves the right to reject any participant who is causing disruption of activities during the event.
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