Quebec Telework Week Begins
“The very first Telework Week begins this Monday with virtual conferences on highly relevant topics.” “Implemented hastily, telework must now be reviewed and properly organized according to the needs of organizations and businesses. Specialists suggest establishing a telework policy that will incorporate workspace arrangement, equipment ownership, IT security, employee availability, and expense reimbursement.” Read the […]
La Fabrique Culturelle Features FAR 2020 in a Video
While the alley arts festival (FAR) has been invading Montreal’s neighborhoods with its contagious energy for four years, several public art initiatives, such as Bonheur mobile, were prompted by the pandemic. La Fabrique Culturelle explores this theme of sharing happiness with communities in this video. You will see, among others, Marie-Hélène D’Amours, artistic director of […]
Activities Resume at Le Diamant in Quebec City
“After several months of closure abruptly imposed by the COVID-19 health crisis, Le Diamant will finally reopen its doors to the public starting September 10. Amidst budgetary constraints, Le Diamant will offer several opportunities for gatherings during intimate concerts, dramatic readings, and journeys back in history, all in an intimate and warm atmosphere, primarily in […]
Clean up the Planet with Clowns without Borders
For World Cleanup Day, on September 19, Clowns Without Borders will need street performers, makeup artists, clowns, acrobats, jugglers, object manipulators, stilt walkers, musicians, comedians, Drag Queens, etc. This year, the organization is part of the organizing committee and is mandated to orchestrate several artistic activities that will take place simultaneously on the Island of […]
LA SERRE – Arts Vivants Issues Two Calls to the Community
A first call for applications for the Nomadic Artistic Residency Program Soil Improvement closes on September 16, 2020. Activities will take place in Montreal, in French, from September 2020 to June 2021. Successful applicants will receive a $1500 grant to cover expenses incurred by their participation. Additionally, Canadian and Quebecois artists and artistic companies have […]
Upcoming Tours for the Fall
While Flip Fabrique will reconnect with audiences in 15 cities across Quebec in the fall with its new creation Six°, the show Passagers by 7 doigts de la main has been scheduled in several cities in France from November 2020 to early January 2021. In the current context, this is excellent news! Read the article […]
Three Accredited Institutions for the Issuance of National Diplomas in Circus Arts in France
In France, Académie Fratellini (La Plaine Saint-Denis, Seine-Saint-Denis), the National Circus Arts Center of Châlons-en-Champagne (Marne), and the National Circus Arts School of Rosny-sous-Bois (Seine-Saint-Denis) have been accredited for the issuance of the National Higher Professional Circus Artist Diploma and the State Diploma for Circus Teacher. Read the Artcena article.
Why You should Consider Artists for Off-Stage Career Opportunities
“In the wake of job losses and setbacks for the circus sector due to the coronavirus pandemic, Project Lumière emerged to illuminate the lives of circus artists by sharing resources, facilitating important connections, and boosting morale. Their mission statement is “to CONNECT performing arts professionals to reduce feelings of isolation. FACILITATE exchanges by sharing information […]
Easing of Distancing Measures in Arts and Sports in Quebec
Following the success of the special measures granted to the film and audiovisual sector during the cultural recovery, the Commission for Standards, Equity, Health and Safety at Work (CNESST) has now eased distancing measures for performing arts in Quebec. Small stable teams of fewer than 10 people can rehearse at one meter distance without masks […]
Call for Projects Supporting Cultural Offerings in the Educational Journey of Young Quebecers
“The Ministry of Culture and Communications announces the launch of a 3rd edition of the Call for Projects Supporting Cultural Offerings in the Educational Journey, which will take place from August 24 to October 2, 2020.” This call aims to increase and diversify the cultural activity offerings for young people from early childhood to college […]