Free Training for Professional Artist Members of Caravane Coop
To help revive the cultural sector during this challenging period, Caravane Coop, a circus arts training center located in Limoilou in the Quebec region, has received a grant from the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, enabling them to offer free training access to professional artists who are members of the cooperative. This […]
Quebec Circus Artist Sets Guinness Boleadoras Record
“Professional dancer and circus artist Sarah Louis-Jean can now add another string to her bow. The Quebec artist achieved the Guinness Record for the most boleadora strikes in one minute.” Read the article published in La Presse to learn more about her achievements.
Rehearsals and Training Allowed in Quebec
Following the announcements by the Government of Quebec of a “pause” during the holiday season, namely from December 17, 2020 to January 10, 2021 inclusive, and the closure of non-essential businesses starting December 25, the Ministry of Culture and Communications confirmed today that rehearsals and training without an audience remain permitted by public health. However, […]
LOJIQ Helps Young Artists Participate in Contact Ontarois
LOJIQ — Les Offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec aims to facilitate the participation of young artists and performing arts professionals in Contact ontarois, a Francophone performing arts market contributing to the development of performing arts in Ontario, which will take place virtually from January 13 to 15, 2021. Visit LOJIQ’s website to learn more about […]
Cirque Alfonse in the RIDEAU 2021 National Selection
Cirque Alfonse will be the sole and proud representative of circus arts in the National Selection of the virtual edition of RIDEAU 2021. Discover the entire National Selection here. The registration period for RIDEAU 2021 will take place from January 11 to February 8, 2021 via the Scène Pro platform. If you have not already […]
A Study on the Working Conditions of Artists in Europe
The European Commission and its partners have published a new study that sheds light on the status and working conditions of artists and cultural and creative professionals. Read the study here (in English).
Even more Artists at Work in Cultural Centers
“Recognizing the challenges faced by artists whose activities have been severely impacted by the current pandemic, the Accès culture network launched a call for projects on July 24 to host more artists, collectives, and artistic companies in its venues. Consequently, 76 artistic projects out of 120 submitted—including 28 in dance, 24 in theatre, 15 in […]
Call for Projects: Creation Residencies at Place Des Arts
During this pandemic period, with the aim of supporting artists in their research, experimentation, and creation activities, Place des Arts is launching a call for projects and providing free access to a rehearsal room for live arts communities starting January 11, 2021. Submit your project to them no later than Monday, December 20, 2020, at […]
La Croustade Created a 12-Episode Circus Web Series
” Éline Guélat and Vincent Jutras have a sweet tooth. After meeting at the National Circus School in 2016, the two artists founded their own company, La Croustade, in 2018. Projects were going well for the young duo: a contract in Switzerland, a research and development residency, and their first show planned for last summer […]
The Government of Quebec Grants an Additional $3 Million to 107 Arts Training Organizations
“The Minister of Culture and Communications, Ms. Nathalie Roy, announces that she is increasing by $3,059,118 the operating support granted to 107 arts training organizations for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, as part of the Economic Recovery Plan for the Cultural Sector.” Read the press release to learn more. Consult the operating assistance program for arts […]