Quebec Circus Looks to the Future
What are the ambitions of Quebec circus companies as they look to the future? Andréanne Quintal, the “ambitious director” of Spicy Circus, Vincent Dubé, General and Artistic Director of Machine de cirque, and Patrick Léonard, co-Artistic Director of the collective Les 7 doigts de la main, share their visions. Read the article from JEU magazine, […]
The Cultural Sector Retains its Small Operating Space
A great sense of relief was felt throughout the Quebec cultural sector following the confirmation by the Minister of Culture and Communications, Nathalie Roy, that certain professional activities could continue despite the stricter lockdown. “We will be able to continue our training and creative residencies. A complete shutdown would have had a major impact on […]
Training Studios Will Remain Open!
Following yesterday’s announcement by the Quebec government, the Ministry of Culture and Communications (MCC) confirmed this afternoon that professional activities, such as training, rehearsals, creative residencies, continuing education activities, and coaching, remain permitted. Training studios and creation and rehearsal rooms may therefore remain open. However, they will need to adjust their schedules to comply with […]
Disney Confirms the Arrival of a Cirque Du Soleil Show at Disney Springs in 2021
“The Walt Disney World Resort continues its phased reopening in the context of the current pandemic. Recently, the Disney Parks Blog confirmed which new attractions, entertainment offerings, and more will be available at Walt Disney World Resort in 2021. In the announcement, the Disney Parks Blog confirmed that the new Cirque du Soleil show Drawn […]
Here’s how to Run away and Join the Circus in Montreal
Discover what it’s like to train to become a professional circus artist (even during the pandemic) at Montreal’s National Circus School with this MTL Blog article (in English). The deadline to register for the entrance competition is January 15, 2021.
Individual Support Applications Open for Spring
The number of applications for the Training Support and Skills-Careers programs doubled for the winter session! We are proud to have been able to grant all participants a substantial number of support hours. They now have until March 12, 2021, to complete their individualized training program. The application deadlines for the spring session are from […]
Access and Discoverability of Francophone Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in the Digital Environment
The OIF’s French Language Observatory publishes two works produced by Destiny Tchéouali and Christian Agbobli from UQAM: A study that offers new insights into current trends and practices regarding the accessibility and discoverability of cultural products (audiovisual, cinematographic, and musical sectors) in the Francophone world. The OIF will present this study during an event organized […]
Nova Scotia Invests to Strengthen the Cultural Sector’s Digital Presence
“As members of the creative sector increasingly rely on new technologies to retain their audience and reach new followers and audiences during the global pandemic, the province of Nova Scotia is supporting 56 projects involving digital tools and addressing COVID-19, with $913,526.” Read the article from the Chronicle Herald (in English). Learn more about the […]
A Clothing Line Created by Acrobats!
The collective The 7 Fingers launches a clothing line in collaboration with Design KontroL. Functional and aesthetic clothing created by acrobats! For the launch of the store, they are offering their community a 15% discount (promo code: 7DOIGTS). Shop online!
Employment Continues to Decline in the Performing Arts
“Closed theaters and performance venues are just the tip of the iceberg. Jobs, as well as the number of hours worked in the performing arts, continue their decline. A decline that is becoming dramatic. Among the four sectors most affected by the pandemic, the performing arts, entertainment, and recreation sector is in the worst situation, […]