The finalists in the ninth edition of the Tremplin competition (in French), organized by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) in collaboration with Radio-Canada, have been announced: Kevin Arseneau (from Rogersville, New Brunswick), André Roy (from Dieppe, New Brunswick), Colin Champagne (from Edmonton, Alberta) and Julien Capraro (from Vancouver, British Columbia). They were chosen from… Continue Reading
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NB-France Production Unveils Its Cast
“L’Acadie, un pays qui se ra-conte” (Acadie tells her story), an important New Brunswick-France production, will be presented all over France in 2016. Showcasing the talents of 13 Acadian artists, the production will bring together music, storytelling and dance showcasing Acadian culture and traditions. The performances will be accompanied by an important visual support thanks… Continue Reading
Miramichi Cultural Programming for 2013-14 Unveiled
The Conseil Communautaire Beausoleil unveiled its cultural programming for the 2013-2014 Season in Miramichi. “You will find something for every appetite: the return of the dance festival for a second consecutive year, three family shows and the equally enticing Cultural Pass. A few tasty additions include: a show package that is easily accessible, a dinner… Continue Reading
1813 – Recruiting Acadians
Seventy actors and choristers have created a collective piece of theatre which explores the recruitment of the Acadians during the War of 1812. The bilingual program consists of four original short plays created for this event interspersed with music by the Choeur Neil Michaud singing both traditional Acadian folksongs and military songs of the period.… Continue Reading
TNB Unveils 2013-2014 Season
Subscriptions are on sale now for Theatre New Brunswick’s (TNB) 2013-2014 season including a classic comedy, a holiday family favourite, contemporary drama and Broadway’s “perfect musical.” Caleb Marshall announced his fifth season as TNB Artistic Producer on Thursday evening, May 2nd. “Extraordinary theatre begins at home,” says Marshall. “By sharing in TNB’s season audiences will… Continue Reading
Forum on the Professional Status of Artists
The artist’s profession is not very well recognized or well supported in New Brunswick. In order to deal with some of the challenges artists face and to set the stage for the work of the Premier’s Committee on the Status of the Artist, due to begin in August 2013, the Association acadienne des artistes professionnel.le.s… Continue Reading
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
Pascal Lejeune Releases Third Album
Acadian singer songwriter Pascal Lejeune is releasing his third CD, Le bruit des machines. Highly anticipated on the francophone music scene and definitely more rock than its predecessors, this third album shows an important musical turning point for this artist from Pointe-Verte in northern NB. The album was released in stores and on iTunes on… Continue Reading
Capitol Theatre Unveils 2012-2013 Program
The Capitol Theatre in Moncton has unveiled the programming for its upcoming season! The 2012-2013 performing arts season will offer more than 24 performances, running from September through May. The Capitol Theatre is proud to associate itself with Molson M as its season partner. New show times! Starting in September, shows presented by the Capitol… Continue Reading
Acadian Bluegrass Singer Paul Hébert in Moncton Concert
Acadian bluegrass singer Paul Hébert will be performing at the Moncton Capitol Theatre on Thursday, May 3, at 8 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale in the Greater Moncton ticketing Network. More information is available at www.capitol.nb.ca. Paul Hébert Hailing from Rogersville, NB, Paul Hébert is one of the few references in francophone bluegrass. The… Continue Reading
