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A Tower for a Trumpet: The great Canadian art switcheroo
Published: April 18, 2018
One suspects that few humble souls of modest means can grasp the staggering amounts of money spent on works of art. It’s a phenomenon easily as mystifying as the creative ability that compels the human being holding the brush, chisel or charcoal. How do you put a value on an image captured on a piece of stretched canvas?
Familiar faces introduce Newfoundland to Lifelong Learners
Published: April 18, 2018
Photo: Lorie Pierce
They say, “Home is where the heart is.” This was more than evident to the capacity crowd that came to hear Katherine and Keith Burgess express their heartfelt affection for Newfoundland in their “Calling Us Home” presentation.
This Lifelong Learning event was one of a series of talks showcasing different regions of Canada, to mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation.
Alberto Giacometti exhibit at MNBAQ open until May 12
Published: April 18, 2018
Photo: Shirley Nadeau
Don’t miss the exhibit of works by Alberto Giacometti which is open until May 12 at the Musée national des Beaux-Arts du Québec (MNBAQ). A Swiss sculptor and painter who lived in Paris, Giacometti is known for his unique sculptures of elongated subjects with specially detailed surfaces, but the exhibition also celebrates the painter.
A breath of fresh air for the OSQ’s 2018-2019 season
Published: April 11, 2018
Photo: courtesy of OSQ
Music director Fabien Gabel and the musicians of the Orchestre symphonique de Québec (OSQ) launched their 2018-2019 season on March 27. During the press conference, Gabel said, “Making this city vibrate to the sound of music is a source of extreme motivation for me… I hope to see you again for this new season, which promises to be exceptional.”
QHS team takes second place in provincial Improv Championships
Published: April 11, 2018
Photo: Joanne Arsenault
Over the March 23-24 weekend, the Quebec High School Senior Improv Team traveled to Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, near Montreal, to compete in the Montreal Regional Improv Championships organized by the Canadian Improv Games.
Pick your home on wheels at the Quebec City RV show
Published: April 11, 2018
Photo: Lise Lafond
If you dream of having your own home on wheels, a visit to the annual Quebec City Recreational Vehicle Show is an absolute must. This year’s show of mini rolling homes was held from March 22 to 25 at ExpoCité. The show was separated into three themes: vehicles, camping gear and accessories, and places to visit.
Aspiring artists from CQSB schools shine at PAF
Published: April 11, 2018
Behind the curtains of Jesus Christ Superstar
Published: April 11, 2018
Sparkling costumes. Incredible vocals. Tightly executed choreography. As audience members watching a theatrical performance, we appreciate the final product. We may wonder how many hours went into making the show a reality, although only by taking part in the preparations can one truly appreciate the months of hard work required.
Aspiring artists from CQSB schools shine at PAF
Published: April 11, 2018
Photo: Cassandra Kerwin
Every spring, high school students of the Central Quebec School Board gather in Quebec City for an amazing day of learning and performance.
English and French language speakers come together to perform with the QAC
Published: April 11, 2018
The Quebec Art Company (QAC) and its community theatre performances are well known in the English-speaking community of Quebec City. Serving as both a creative outlet and a social gathering place for anglophones in the city, the company has put on at least one English-language play or musical each year for the last 40 years.