NEW TRAINING PROGRAM
The free Circus Arts Technical Improvement Training is a program offered by En Piste in partnership with Collège Lionel-Groulx, Cirque Éloize, The 7 Fingers and TOHU, with the support of the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The training is designed for stage technicians, lighting technicians, stage managers and technical directors who have not worked extensively in the circus arts or who wish to perfect their skills.
It is also aimed at circus artists with relevant experience in stage technique, who wish to become more familiar with the particularities of the discipline.
TRAINING GOALS
1. Facilitate access to a training program for a wider diversity of technicians (including technical directors) and artists, by offering equitable learning opportunities.
2. Develop and consolidate their knowledge of the circus arts to ensure best practices in the field.
3. Strengthen their skills to encourage job retention.
4. Facing the challenges of labor scarcity.
5. Meet an imperative demand for qualified technicians and directors within circus companies.
PREREQUISITES
Adequate professional experience in the chosen discipline(s) is essential. However, stage technicians are not required to have circus arts expertise.
APPLICATION FORM
To submit your application, please complete the registration form, select the desired training modules (see below) and send us your curriculum vitae. Selected candidates may be invited to a telephone interview.
A email of acceptance or refusal will be sent to each candidate along with the invoice for registration fees in case of acceptance.
PROGRAM
The Circus Arts Technical Improvement Training Program comprises of 1 compulsory and three (3) elective modules, allowing participants to meet, exchange ideas, and benefit from the expertise of several industry professionals to enhance and strengthen their skills.
NEW THIS YEAR
CONFERENCES
Speakers, specialists in their field, will add their voices to those of the trainers and share their experiences from the field.
TRAVEL SUPPORT
Thanks to the Impulsions Compétences grant program from the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail, this year En Piste can reimburse 50% of travel expenses and one night’s accommodation for some participants not residing in Montreal (subject to available funds). We ask that you include your needs in the submission form so we can take them into consideration.
MODULES
You can select the modules of your choice (lighting, stage management, technical direction ) directly on the registration form. Module Introduction to the world of circus is mandatory. You can choose up to three modules, but acceptance is at the discretion of the trainers based on your CV and available spots. As far as possible, we hope to offer you two modules in addition to Module 1.
Introduction to the World of Circus (7 hours - mandatory module)
Online / Thursday, January 23 and Friday, January 24, 2025 / from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Circus Lighting (11 hours over 2 days)
Online / Tuesday, January 28 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
In-person / Wednesday, January 29, 2025 / from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Les 7 doigts de la main (2111 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montreal)
Circus Stage Management (14 hours over 3 days)
Online / Monday, February 3 and Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
In-person / Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Cirque Éloize (417 Rue Berri, Montreal)
Circus Technical Direction (21 hours over 3 days)
In-person (rigging part) / Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Cirque Éloize (417 Rue Berri, Montreal)
In-person (creation part) / Monday, February 10 and Tuesday, February 11, 2025 / from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: La TOHU (2345 Jarry Est, Montreal)
MODULE DESCRIPTION
PRICING
Registration is flat-rate and does not depend on the number of modules chosen.
Subsidized rate: $195.00
(Actual cost of training: $1,270.00)
TRAINING METHOD
Lectures with practical workshops.
TRAINING COORDINATORS
Louise Riel, Pedagogical Advisor, Continuing Education, Collège Lionel-Groulx
André Simard, Coordinator, Continuing Education, Collège Lionel-Groulx
More information:
Mathilde Perahia Continuing Education & Development
[email protected] / 514 529-1183, poste 2
TRAINERS
MAXIME CLERMONT-M
Maxime Clermont-M. began his career as a technical director, lighting designer, and stage manager. He made valuable contributions to numerous projects in music, circus, and theater. His technical and managerial expertise later led him to the role of technical coordinator at the La Ronde amusement park. In 2018, he joined the Cirque Éloize family, progressing from technical and logistics coordinator to operations director for the touring show department, and eventually to deputy director of human resources. Today, he shares his passion for the performing arts as a full-time instructor at Collège Lionel-Groulx, where he also coordinates the Stage Production program. His diverse professional experience and commitment to training future talent demonstrate his deep interest in people, making him a key figure in Quebec's performing arts and entertainment industry.
GUILLAUME LABELLE
TANYA PETTIGREW
Since graduating from the Collège Lionel-Groulx’s Professional Theater School in 2009, Tanya Pettigrew has thrived in the world of performing arts and circus. With experience across management, technical, and artistic roles, she has contributed to numerous circus productions and tours both in Quebec and internationally. She began her career as a touring lighting designer before transitioning to stage manager, a role she still holds today. Among the companies she has collaborated with are Les 7 doigts de la main, Cirque Éloize, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, Cirque du Soleil, the Opéra de Montréal, the National Circus School, Montréal Complètement Cirque, and many others. Since fall 2021, Tanya has been teaching stage management and production assistance at the Collège Lionel-Groulx’s Professional Theater School, where she shares her passion for the craft with new generations.
