Call for Proposals for a Symposium on Cultural Initiatives in Quebec
Since March 13, 2020, the Interuniversity Research Centre on Quebec Literature and Culture (CRILCQ) has initiated a survey of cultural initiatives implemented by groups and individuals from Quebec in response to the COVID-19 crisis. To date, the project has identified 1,513 initiatives involving 6,014 individuals and 952 organizations or collectives. They will organize a symposium […]
Submit Grant Applications to CALQ!
Last June, the Conseil des arts et lettres du Québec (CALQ) launched grants for artists so that they could take advantage of the transition period to create more new works and pursue professional development activities. To date, few applications in circus arts have been submitted. It is worth recalling, however, that given the major challenges […]
The 2021 Admission Competition for the National Circus School of Montreal is Open!
You can now register for the higher education (DEC-DEE) and the Circus-Secondary Studies program. Given the current context surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the sanitary measures in place, and travel restrictions, the School has decided not to hold in-person auditions this year. Exceptionally, participation will be entirely online, and a video must be submitted. The admission […]
Support for Quebec Artists for the Edinburgh Fringe 2021
The Cultural Service of the Quebec Delegation in London is preparing to support Quebec artists who will be programmed at the Edinburgh Fringe this summer (in person if circumstances return to normal, or virtually) with an ambitious plan of promotional support and professional training to help them successfully navigate the Fringe context. If you are […]
Omnium Circus Brings Diversity to the Forefront
The new and audacious American company Omnium Circus will present its online show, a virtual celebration of diversity, on December 12, in association with Circus Talk and Disability Unite. Pay what you can to attend! To learn more about the project, read the Circus Talk article (in English). Purchase your ticket here.
Olivier Sylvestre: “I Am so Eager to Return to the Stage”
Le Journal de Québec profiles Olivier Sylvestre, a circus artist specializing in German wheel, who used to work for Cirque du Soleil and now works in a café in Montreal to make ends meet. Read the full article to learn more about his experience.
The Public Captivated by Online Culture
“The COVID-19 pandemic compelled theaters, festivals, and even orchestras to opt for webcasting. And the good news is: the public has largely, and sometimes massively, responded, according to cultural institutions and events surveyed by Radio-Canada. While profitability is still far from being achieved, this new mode of dissemination allows for reaching a wider audience regionally, […]
Cirque Du Soleil Postpones Sous Un Même Ciel in Montreal
Cirque du Soleil has announced the postponement of its show Sous un même ciel, scheduled to begin on April 22 in Montreal’s Old Port. Read La Presse’s article to learn more.
New Accident Insurance Plan for our Members in 2021
Becoming an En Piste member comes with many benefits, including access to a range of insurance policies offered exclusively to the circus community across Canada, in partnership with Vézina Marsh. In 2021, individual members will even have a choice between three accident insurance plans covering them during their professional activities, such as tours and training, […]
2021 Membership Campaign—Together, more than ever!
Over the past few months, being able to rely on each other has allowed us to share our professional realities and support one another during this exceptionally challenging year for our community. Unfortunately, the coming months are still expected to be difficult. For our association, it is fundamental to support our entire community through this […]