Call for Projects 2025 – Second cohort of the emerging artists' touring program!
Buoyed by the resounding success of the first cohort of the Circulation de la relève program, with Cirque Collini and its show Équipage recherché, a new adventure is on the horizon! We are launching the second edition; a unique opportunity for an emerging troupe or artist to make their debut on Quebec stages.
Description
The starting point for circus touring in Quebec begins here! Organizing a tour can be a major challenge, but thanks to support from the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, En Piste is paving the way for a new generation of creators.
We are looking for the most promising talents: a troupe or artist who has never had the chance to tour in Quebec with their show. It’s an exhilarating journey, a rare opportunity to shine and captivate audiences across the province.
Launched in 2023, the Circulation de la relève program aims to support and launch new circus talents in Quebec. The project gives a young artist or company the chance to go on a first tour, perform, and gain visibility across the province. Backed by the CALQ, the project fulfills En Piste’s promise to provide a platform for skill development and deeper understanding of the challenges involved in organizing a first tour in the province.
- Application deadline: April 30, 2025
- Tour period: 2026–2027
- Touring across several Quebec venues
Will you dare to take the leap?
What We Offer
- A Quebec tour in at least five venues participating in En Piste’s Destination cirque program.
- Professional support with La compagnie des autres, including the development of key documents (technical rider, tour plan, etc.).
- Digital support with Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Noranda to maximize your visibility.
- Support in cultural mediation and the creation of an educational toolkit.
- Personalized coaching and a 1-year membership with En Piste.
- Support for the ROSEQ and RIDEAU markets.
Selection Criteria
Before submitting your application, make sure you meet the following criteria:
- Be a contemporary circus artist, collective, or company with no more than 5 years of artistic practice.
- Have never completed an indoor tour before.
- Have a team made up of at least 50% Quebecers.
- Be committed to an eco-responsible and sustainable touring format.
- Be available to participate in ROSEQ (October 15–18, 2025) and RIDEAU (February 16–20, 2026).
- Be ready to engage in a two-year support program.
Ineligibility
- Non-professional activities.
- Being a company with an already established structure.
- Projects that have already toured in Quebec by the time of application.
- Incomplete applications.
- Projects submitted by organizations under SODEC or MCC jurisdiction.
Join us and apply now!
Contact
For any questions, feel free to contact me:
Emmanuel Rock Cyr
[email protected]
En Piste thanks the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec for its financial support.
