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ART & CULTURE

Langenburg is known for its strong arts community and cultural opportunities. The George Layh
Theatre is truly a centre of the arts in Langenburg!

THE GEORGE LAYH THEATRE

The George Layh Theatre is managed by the Langenburg
Arts Council (LAC) that is part of OSAC, the Organization of
Saskatchewan Arts Councils. The mandate of the Arts
Council is to provide opportunities for everybody to
experience a variety of art forms. In 1991, upon its
incorporation as a not-for-profit organization, the
Langenburg Arts Council purchased the community
theatre. From the outset, the Arts Council wanted the
theatre to become a centre for the arts in the community.
Live musical performances along with drama productions,
children’s theatres, dance recitals and movies took place at
the theatre. The Arts Council’s dream to renovate the
theatre and add rehearsal rooms, stage wings, a
receptions area, a large foyer and bathrooms was realized
in 2005 with a $300,000 gift from a local bachelor farmer,
George Layh. Strong community support helped the Arts
Council raise another $100,000 to complete the project.
Since then a grand piano, stage curtains, lighting, and
sound equipment have been added. Since 1991 hundreds
of performers have graced the stage of the George Layh
Theatre and thousands have enjoyed the events and
movies as an audience.

The Arts Council, which has seven standing committees
and over 40 community volunteers who sit on those
committees, is well-known in the province as a vibrant, Langenburg is the
successful organization. hometown to an

Some of the many events LAC had organized: internationally
"Stars for Saskatchewan" annual concert series; celebrated artist, Jess
Musical/drama productions. Steel Magnolias, Crimes Moskaluke. She is a
of the Heart, Little Shop of Horrors, Godspell, Chicago numerous winner of
various awards
(2018), Annie (2020); including 2018 CCMA
Annual Adjudicated Art Shows as well as travelling Award, a 2017 JUNO
visual exhibits; Award,
Art classes and workshops for adults and children; “Female Artist of the
Movie nights and much more. Year”' and many others.

More information: www.langenburgarts.ca