July/August 2020

“The death of George Floyd is a tragedy of infinite sadness and it reminds us that racism is an evil that still exists. All humans are equal regardless of their skin color. Let’s keep fighting to end racism.” François Legault, Premier of Quebec

Dear friends of Québec culture,

While there are many urgent matters that call for our attention, our work, and our solidarity right now, art can serve as a salve for the soul and remind us all of our common humanity. This is what we hope to offer you in our July/August newsletter. Stay cool, stay safe, and we’ll see you in September.

Together with you,

The Cultural Services Team at the Québec Government Office in New York

Québec Cinema in Brazil

An online festival for our friends in Brazil (or with Brazil VPNs!) featuring the following Québec films: L.A. Tea Time, a narrative feature by Sophie Bédard; La ferme et son État, a documentary by Marc Séguin; and Le Dep, a narrative feature by Sonia Boileau from July 8 through August 2.

Free access to the screening platform

Montréal International Jazz Festival: Jazz Is in the Air

After a successful online festival with an all-Montréal lineup, the performances are available to stream online throughout the month of July.

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Bach at Home: Bernard Labadie & Orchestra of St. Luke's

Orchestra of St Luke’s, OSL’s first online festival, Bach at Home, includes performances and discussions led by principal conductor Bernard Labadie.

Through July 14, 2020

Summerstage Anywhere Session: Patrick Watson

The new digital series SummersStage Anywhere offers an exclusive performance of the internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter.

Free concert on SummerStage Instagram

Wednesday, July 15th     |     8PM

Jacob's Pillow Talk: In Conversation with Anne Plamondon & Sylvain Lafortune

As part of the Jacob’s Pillow virtual festival, Anne Plamondon and Sylvain Lafortune, two dance artists, will discuss their work processes and discoveries in their respective explorations of the art of the duet.

July 17     |     5:00PM

LE VENT DU NORD

 

The internationally acclaimed group joins forces with one of the largest folk festival in the United States to offer a special performance of uplifting music from Québec.

 

Tune In July 25     |     6:30PM

This Week with Yannick—eight-week radio series

Premiering July 12, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, renowned music director of the Metropolitan Opera, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Orchestre Métropolitain of Montréal will host an eight-week radio show on WQXR 105.9 FM, NYC’s classical music station, and WRTI 90.1 FM, Philadelphia’s classical music and jazz.

 

WQXR

WRTI

Segal Talks: Émilie Monnet

The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center presents a conversation between Algonquin Anishnaabe interdisciplinary theatre artist and director of Onishka Productions, Émilie Monnet, and National Gallery of Canada’s Senior Curator of Indigenous Art, Greg Hill. Available for streaming on Howlround TV and on Facebook.

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Prends ça court!

A curated program of interviews, trailers, and shorts from the contemporary Québec film scene on Facebook.

Through July 31, 2020

Canada National Arts Centre Presents Livestream Performances

Live online performances featuring artists from Québec.

July 31 & August 7

Mural Festival becomes Mural Estival

A festival dedicated to urban art takes place in Montréal as well as via online with virtual mural visits, live performances, conferences, and more.

Through September 20, 2020