France to Ban Wild Animals in Circuses
“The use of wild animals in traveling circuses will be progressively banned in France, as will the breeding and introduction of new orcas and dolphins in the country’s three dolphinariums, announced on Tuesday by the Minister for Ecological Transition, Barbara Pompili.” Read the article from the Journal de Montréal.
Culture and Health with Research on Circus Arts, Circus, and Medicine
“In times of climate catastrophe, refugee crisis, and Covid-19, the question of the responsibility of artists and academics becomes increasingly urgent. What is the role of circus in society? To what extent does this art form and entertainment correlate with historical and contemporary social interests? How does circus research position itself as a relevant field […]
The Very First Multi-Site Plenary Meeting of IETM
On October 1 and 2, the very first multi-site plenary meeting of IETM (International Network for Contemporary Performing Arts) will combine simultaneous participation in IETM’s online program as well as physical programs prepared by local IETM members in over 20 locations worldwide. For the occasion, Nadère arts vivants, led by Andréane Leclerc and Geoffroy Faribault, […]
Catherine Jacques Joins FLIP Fabrique
Catherine Jacques joins the dynamic team of FLIP Fabrique as Director of Development. Catherine knows the circus and performing arts world inside out. Indeed, she has held significant development positions in the country’s largest circuses, in addition to having been an agent for numerous artists and music groups. For a total of seven years, Catherine […]
Culture Re-Confined in Quebec’s Red Zones
“Disappointment and frustration in the arts community, forced into re-confinement in the red zones decreed by the government on Monday. After painfully recovering from the first wave, the theaters, cinemas, and museums of the metropolis and the capital are once again brought to their knees.” Read this article in La Presse to learn more about […]
A Fruitful Meeting with Public Health
Good news for the Quebec circus arts community! Contacts and close interactions are now authorized with the wearing of a surgical mask, without time limit. On September 24, we held a meeting with the General Directorate of Public Health (DGSP), the Commission for Standards, Equity, Health and Safety at Work (CNESST), and the Ministry of […]
The Montreal Clown Festival Returns!
The Montreal Clown Festival returns in 2020 with an adapted program! Surprise outdoor performances and free online events are scheduled from October 1 to 4. View the program here and on their website.
The Wage Subsidy is Extended until Summer 2021
“Many businesses were anticipating the worst with the end of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy in December. The Trudeau government’s commitment to extend it until summer 2021, as stated in the Speech from the Throne read on Wednesday, gives them a second wind.” “Or a breath of fresh air, to use the words of Jeannot […]
Seniors’ Residences: Clowns who Do Good
During the first wave of COVID-19, seniors were completely isolated, deprived of visitors. “Many experienced significant loss of autonomy,” explains a geriatrician, who believes clowns play an important role in breaking their isolation. Read the article published in La Presse.
Cirque Du Soleil Undone by Excessive Debt
“Our analysis of Cirque du Soleil demonstrates inadequate governance since the major change in ownership occurred in 2015. The way in which cash flow generated by operations was managed and its disproportionate indebtedness did not at all take into consideration the risks, particularly that of a potential economic crisis, regardless of its nature and severity.” […]