LAUNCH OF ADVANCED TRAINING IN STAGE TECHNIQUES FOR CIRCUS ARTS
En Piste is pleased to announce today the launch of the training program Advanced Training in Stage Techniques for Circus Arts. The project is the result of a partnership with Collège Lionel-Groulx, Cirque Éloize, Les 7 doigts de la main, and TOHU. It benefits from the valuable support of the Commission des partenaires du marché […]
This Summer, Answer the Irresistible Call of the Circus
En Piste invites circus enthusiasts and the general public to a summer circus outing. Here is an overview of the fantastic shows and performances from some forty companies on display across Quebec during summer 2023. Let’s start with Écho from Cirque du Soleil which has been shining for some time now in Montreal’s Old Port […]
Cirque Hors Piste Inaugurates New Circus Hub
Montreal, May 1, 2023 – Cirque Hors Piste, in collaboration with CCSE Maisonneuve and the borough of Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, invites the entire community on May 25 to celebrate the inauguration of a new circus hub in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve. This project, the result of a concerted effort between the borough and the cultural and community sectors of Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, […]
Shana Carroll Named Companion of Arts and Letters of Quebec
Our warmest congratulations to trapeze artist, choreographer, co-founder, and co-artistic director of 7 Fingers, Shana Carroll, named Companion of Arts and Letters of Quebec, alongside twelve other recipients: Paule Baillargeon, Lucie Boissinot, Shana Carroll, René Richard Cyr, Louis Dallaire, Michèle Lapointe, Ranee Lee, Jacques Matte, Caroline Monnet, Guy Parent, Jocelyn Robert, Richard Séguin, and Larry […]
Unveiling of the First Recognition Awards in Circus Arts
En Piste and the Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM) are proud to unveil the recipients of the first recognition awards in circus arts. These awards, each accompanied by a sum of $2,500, were presented by Nathalie Maillé, Executive Director of the CAM, on June 3, during En Piste’s 5@Cirque event at Les 7 Doigts. […]
MICC 2023 Call for Projects
It is time to submit your project for presentation at the MICC 2023 Annual Rendezvous. Artists and companies in the field of contemporary circus can now submit projects for the pitch sessions during the Annual Rendezvous scheduled from July 10 to 13, 2023. Submissions will be accepted until Monday, April 3, 2023. Apply Now About […]
The Quebec Circus School Will Present its Graduating Students’ Capstone Project at Le Diamant.
As part of its advanced training in circus arts, the Quebec Circus School will, for the first time since its inception, organize the presentation of its graduating students’ capstone project outside its premises and open to the general public. This important educational event represents the ultimate stage of a three-year journey of learning and skill […]
Creation of Awards in Circus Arts
En Piste, the national association for circus arts, and the Conseil des arts de Montréal are pleased to announce the creation of recognition awards in circus arts, which will be presented to three individuals whose passionate work, achievements, and commitment have made a significant impact on the field and contribute to positioning Montreal as an […]
The Invisible Diversity of Quebec Circus
Catherine Lalonde, Le Devoir, March 4, 2023. The significance of Quebec’s circus sector cannot be fully grasped. It is not readily apparent because, according to En Piste’s outgoing director, Christine Bouchard, 90% to 95% of its artists’ income is derived from exports. Between Ms. Bouchard’s arrival in 2014 at the national circus arts association and […]
Call for Nominations to Serve on the Board of Directors – 2023 Elections
Dear members, Do you wish to get involved with En Piste’s Board of Directors and contribute to the development of its community life? This year, 8 positions are up for election. Are you interested? To learn about the nomination procedures, please visit https://enpiste.qc.ca/fr/appel-a-candidatures-ca . Please note that the deadline to submit your application is Friday, […]