En Piste Expresses its Sadness and Support for Artcirq.
It is with immense sadness that we learned of the fire that ravaged the Igloolik arena, an emblematic place where the company Artcirq has shaped an essential part of its artistic and community identity. En Piste wishes to express its deep support for our friends and colleagues at Artcirq, as well as for the entire circus and Inuit community severely affected by this tragedy.
The entire En Piste team is deeply affected by this tragedy. So much work has just gone up in smoke. – Nadia Drouin, Executive Director En Piste
An inestimable loss for circus and Inuit culture
For over two decades, Artcirq has embodied the spirit of adaptability, creation, and cultural transmission through circus arts. The Igloolik arena was not merely a building, but a vibrant place where rehearsals, performances, and meaningful community gatherings took place.
En Piste is committed to supporting any initiative that will contribute to the reconstruction and continuity of Artcirq’s work. We will continue to relay information and calls for solidarity so that this exceptional company can bounce back.
Our thoughts and solidarity go out to the entire Artcirq team, their community, and all those affected by this tragic event. We invite the circus and cultural community to mobilize so that this space for creation and exchange can be reborn.