Calling all QuACkers . . .
Inspired by our 35th anniversary gala event held in early December, the Quebec Art Company, in partnership with the Morrin Centre, is launching a new project, QAC – Memories, Mementos …
Dalla Porta D’Oriente opens the doors of oriental music
East and West came together in perfect harmony with the musical ensemble, Constantinople, last Friday evening at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Quebec City. The musicians immediately captivated …
Luxury vehicles in the spotlight at International Car Show
The Centre de Foires at ExpoCité was filled with vehicles of all sorts during Quebec City’s 32nd International Car Show held last weekend. Enthusiasts were surrounded by hundreds of cars …
Elvis convention marks 40th anniversary of his death
It may be a ways off, but if you’re keen on the King of Rock ‘n Roll, you’d best start making plans now for the annual Elvis Convention to be …
Part 3 of Visions of Community – Boats
That is the slogan for the Visions of Community three-part workshop organized by Sarah and Louisa Blair and led by new-media artist, Louis-Robert Bouchard. The diverse participants who have come …
The OSQ as you’ve never seen or heard it before!
The OSQ really amped it up for their Concert amplifié at the Grand Theâtre last Saturday evening. The 65 musicians were seated not only on the stage but also on …
Talented QHS students audition for Secondaire en Spectacle
Local auditions for Secondaire en Spectacle, an annual talent show for secondary school students, were held at Quebec High School (QHS) on February 27. Students wanting to show off their …
Meet Jonathan Cohen, Les Violons du Roy’s new music director
The management and musicians of Les Violons du Roy orchestra announced last October that renowned British conductor Jonathan Cohen had been named to the position of music director. This past …
Part 2 of Visions of Community – Future Memories
What makes an object an heirloom? Which teapot or egg beater might be part of a treasured display in 100 years? That question was explored at the second Visions of …
Remembering Stuart McLean: Canada’s storyteller
About 20 years ago I was doing research for a magazine article on strongman Louis Cyr, the “Quebec Colossus.” I can’t remember how I stumbled upon it, this being before …