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 […]
Cirque Éloize is Shooting its Very First Web Film
“With the pandemic having forced the cancellation of all its shows, Cirque Éloize was looking for a way to bring some joy into the lives of its artists and the public. Now, the Quebec-based company will offer its very first web film during the holiday season: Sept moments de joie.” Sept moments de joie will […]
Personalized 12-Week At-Home Training Program for Aerial Artists
Members of the Circus for Change group, Aaron Koz, Max March-Steinman, and Bethany Shao, have created an online guide for aerial artists to build a personalized 12-week circus training program to achieve their fitness goals at home. This e-manual, titled From Couch to Aerial Fitness, contains over a hundred different exercise videos, advice on how […]
Montréal-Nord Moves towards Individual and Collective Cultural Citizenship
“The borough of Montréal-Nord today launched its Cultural Development Plan 2021-2025 ̶ Towards Individual and Collective Cultural Citizenship, a document that recognizes culture as a source of individual fulfillment, a channel for social transformation, and a driver of urban development.” Read the press release. Consult Montréal-Nord’s Cultural Development Plan 2021-2025.
An Ambitious Partnership to Boost Culture in Quebec City
“To showcase performing arts and digital arts in Quebec City and beyond—this is the purpose of the ambitious partnership that the Grand Théâtre de Québec and TELUS are proud to announce today. The agreement, which spans a 10-year period, represents an investment of over $5 million directly into the cultural development of the Capitale-Nationale.” Read […]