Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance

Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance

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We engage North America's finest backstage theatre artists to instruct and inspire learners of all ages.

Practice backstage skills in: scenic art, costume & set design, welding, carpentry, prop & mask making, wig & boot making, makeup, millinery & more. WE ARE OFF THE WALL
Learn from some of Canada’s finest backstage theatre artists and technicians. Experience intensive hands-on learning and one-on-one mentoring in classes of under 10 students. We are a not-for-profit organization established in 2005, promoting personal artistic growth and professional skill development in theatre production arts.

Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/26/2026

Fall workshops are now open for registration! Details below👇

🍂OCT. 3-4🍂 Intro to Basic Theatrical Sewing
Practice bodice with piping, hand hemming, snaps and closures, darts and princess seams, bias binding and quick changing shirts.

🍂OCT. 17-18🍂Costume Comebacks: Breathing New Life into Old Wardrobe
Ideal for wardrobe personnel, community theatre volunteers or home hobbyists, participants will upcycle costumes into fresh new looks.

🍂OCT. 17-18🍂 Costume Comebacks: Breathing New Life into Old Wardrobe
Explore draping fundamentals: accurate grain placement, smooth shaping, balance and accurate fitting, pattern markings, creative design and construction planning.

🍂DEC. 1-4🍂 Wig Making
Practice knotting by creating facial hair pieces, customize and fit a wig for stage and film, explore techniques to create a natural-looking hairline and more!

🍂DEC. 5-6🍂 NEW WORKSHOP! Tiara: A Stage Ready Accessory
Translate a concept sketch into a symmetrical 3D design complete with beads, crystals, or metal components.

REGISTER TODAY AT:
https://stratfordoffthewall.com/workshops/

Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/25/2026

With guidance from Millinery artist Monica Viani students design some fabulous hats. For more costume-related classes, check out our fall workshops at www.stratfordoffthewall.com




Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/24/2026

Mentored by Prop Builder Matt Burgess, Mask Making students begin sculpting and carving their characters in plasticine.
For our fall workshops visit www.stratfordoffthewall.com



Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/22/2026

Mask Making instructor Matt Burgess led students on a tour of the Stratford Festival Props collection to inspire designs for their own masks. He showed them how he and Dylan made Smaug for the Hobbit. For our workshops check www.stratfordoffthewall.com

Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/21/2026

Kinda chic if you ask us!

Want to create your own metal masterpiece?

Join us in Stratford, ON. for an Artistic Welding workshop, Sept. 1-4 or Sept. 7-10!

✨Learn the welding basics, experiment with a variety of techniques to enhance your design and take your creation home.✨

Great for beginners or experienced welders seeking an artistic outlet!

👇REGISTER TODAY👇

SEPT. 1-4: https://stratfordoffthewall.com/courses/artistic-welding-workshop-september-1-4-2026/

SEPT. 7-10: https://stratfordoffthewall.com/courses/artistic-welding-workshop-september-7-10-2026/





08/20/2026

Our one-week SCULPTING WORKSHOP starts this Monday, August 24, in Stratford, ON✨

And we can't👏wait👏

It's not too late to join us!

Don't miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of sculpture with Stratford Festival Prop Builder Matthew Burgess.

Develop this essential prop making skill and expand your theatre production resume!

🔗 REGISTER HERE:
https://stratfordoffthewall.com/courses/prop-making-sculpting-workshop-summer-2026/








08/18/2026

✨Weld your own metal masterpiece✨

Join our ARTISTIC WELDING workshops, Sept. 1-4 or 7-10, in Stratford, ON!

👉Get the welding basics, practice a wide range of techniques and ignite your creativity.

Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced welder looking to build a piece of metal art, this four-day immersive workshop is for you.

REGISTER FOR SEPT 1-4: https://stratfordoffthewall.com/courses/artistic-welding-workshop-september-1-4-2026/

REGISTER FOR SEPT 7-10: https://stratfordoffthewall.com/courses/artistic-welding-workshop-september-7-10-2026/

WHAT WOULD YOU CREATE?
LET US KNOW IN THE COMMENTS!





Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/18/2026

These clocks reflect song interpretations by our exceptionally talented Prop Makers. Check out our backstage production workshops at www.stratfordoffthewall.com



Photos from Off the Wall, Stratford Artists Alliance's post 08/16/2026

Six talented Scenic Art students, under the direction of Thomas Lappano, created these beautiful drops at the Stratford Festival shop. Congratulations to all painters! Next workshops: Millinery, Mask Making, Sculpting and Artistic Welding. For registration visit: www.stratfordoffthewall.com.




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163 King Street
Stratford, ON
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