Theatre at its Best in Quebec City

QUÉBEC CITY, QUÉBEC--(Marketwired - May 22, 2014) - Department of Canadian Heritage

The Honourable Suzanne Fortin-Duplessis, Senator, today announced $290,000 in funding for the Carrefour international de théâtre de Québec. Of this amount, $145,000 is for the 15^th edition of the Carrefour, which is taking place from May 22 to June 12, 2014; an identical sum has been allocated for the 2015 edition. Senator Fortin-Duplessis made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.

This funding, granted under the Canada Arts Presentation Fund, will allow Québec City's residents and visitors to discover the best of national and international theatre.

Quick Facts

• The 15^th Carrefour international de théâtre de Québec will consist of more than 50 performances and 35 social activities, in addition to lively evenings at Le Zinc café-bar.
• This year the festival will again offer the ambulatory show Où tu vas quand tu dors en marchant…? ("Where do you go when you sleepwalk…?"), a spectacular free event in the streets of Québec City.
• About 45,000 people attend the event each year.

Quotes

"Through its support for high-quality initiatives like the Carrefour international de théâtre de Québec, the Government of Canada is showcasing the talent of artists and promoting greater access to culture."

- The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages

"Congratulations to the organizers and volunteers of the Carrefour international de théâtre de Québec on their commitment to democratizing theatre while providing a showcase for young artists."

- The Honourable Suzanne Fortin-Duplessis, Senator

"I wish to thank Canadian Heritage for supporting the Carrefour international de théâtre and the cultural vitality of our city. By supporting this festival, Canadian Heritage is partnering with a dynamic and key player in the development of audiences and the growth of professional artisans and artists, who are at the heart of this vitality."

- Dominique Violette, General Manager, Carrefour international de théâtre

Associated Links

Carrefour international de théâtre

Canada Arts Presentation Fund

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