Monthly Archives: July 2012

Vice-President of Frye Festival is honoured by the Académie française

Suzanne Cyr, the Frye Festival’s Vice-President and head of the programming committee, will receive the Médaille de vermeil of the Académie française for her role in promoting French language and literature. “What a wonderful way of recognizing the efforts of our programming committee and the achievements of the Frye Festival on an international scale,” says… Continue Reading

More Artists Announced for NB Summer Music Festival

The New Brunswick Summer Music Festival would like to announce the second of its Artists’ Profiles on special guest artists, Montreal-based cellist Chloe Dominguez, and Nova Scotia-based violinist Robert Uchida. The New Brunswick Summer Festival runs August 13 – 25 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. This year we are featuring the music of French composer Claude… Continue Reading

Call for Summer Submissions

Steaks on the BBQ … splashing in the pool … bonfires on the beach … hiking, biking, boating, camping, concerts, festivals, patio parties with family and friends … ice cream cones … Is there anything better than a New Brunswick summer? We think not! Summer is in full swing in New Brunswick and Bread ‘n… Continue Reading

Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest – $1000 CASH PRIZE

Admiral Insurance, a proud supporter of the Atlantic Film Festival is pleased to announce Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest. Video Submission Deadline: Friday October 19th, 2012 The contest is open to aspiring filmmakers and videographers from Atlantic Canada and filmmakers of all levels are welcome to submit a short three to five minute video to the… Continue Reading

SappyFest 7: Everybody Knows This is Nowhere

SappyFest 2012 Teaser from SappyFest on Vimeo. In just six years, SappyFest has emerged as one of the most exciting and acclaimed independent music festivals in Canada. Run by artists for artists, SappyFest has developed its fanbase and reputation through innovative programming that focuses on creativity and community. The festival’s uniqueness lies in combining the… Continue Reading

Canada’s Irish Festival Under Way in Miramichi

The 29th Annual Irish Festival got under way in Miramichi last night with a live outdoor concert at Waterford Green in Chatham and continues throughout the weekend with many performances, workshops, displays and cultural events. The official Opening Ceremonies happen this evening at the Lord Beaverbrook Arena from 7-8:30 pm. The Festival’s mandate is to… Continue Reading

First Dieppe Circus Festival Next Week

Less than a week before the first Dieppe Circus Festival! From Wednesday July 25 to Saturday July 28, circus artists will take over the Place 1604 in Dieppe. In addition to circus and street art performances, people will have the opportunity to take workshops. This event is a collaborative effort between Circus Stella, the Dieppe… Continue Reading