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programming 2009-2010
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A HALLOWEEN FAIRY TALE: Les Deux Colombes
Elementary
A production of Atelier du conte
LES DEUX COLOMBES
This medieval musical tale of Slovakian origin is presented by period musician Philippe Gélinas and puppeteer Lisa Dyke. It is a must-see show for this fall and Halloween! It tells the story of two friends, a girl and a boy, who are lured into the heart of the forest by the melody of an enchanting little bird. In the magical woods they will confront a wicked witch. How will they manage to escape her evil spell?
Target audience: Ages 4 to 8
Maximum audience: 200 people
Language of presentation: French only
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NEW : Coucou musique!
Elementary
A production of Le Moulin à Musique
Coucou musique!
Julie Sa Muse loves the songs of all types of birds! But General Uniform wants to enact a law that would force all birds to sing the exact same song. Julie Sa Muse therefore stages a concert in which a succession of percussion and vocal performances by various characters will increase people’s awareness of the value of diversity. Coucou musique! is a theatrical concert designed especially to introduce the very young to live performance. This entertaining adventure starts off in the lobby, continues in the concert hall, and finishes up on stage!
Target audience: Ages 3 to 6
Maximum audience: 250 people
Language of presentation: French only
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NEW: Fiestango
Elementary
A production of Jeunesses Musicales du Canada
Fiestango
Three mischievous cousins receive a large trunk in the mail. Inside, they find all manner of amazing objects, including… an old diary belonging to the young and mysterious Mercedes. Just for fun, they decide to act out the story of Mercedes, who spent her life travelling with this trunk in tow, filling it with souvenirs. Immersing themselves in the narrative, the three cousins rediscover and invent their own fantastic adventures that lead them to learn about the history of the tango, a style of music and dance they adore. But a question remains unanswered: Just how did this mysterious trunk make its way into their hands?
Target audience: Ages 6 to 12
Maximum audience: 400 people
Language of presentation: English or French
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L'EAUdyssée de la terre
Elementary
A production of Disques Diamant Bleu
L'EAUdyssée de la terre
A fascinating story. Water is today as it was when our planet was born. Is is not created nor lost, it simply changes form. H2O, the narrator of the story, has seen and heard it all since the beginning of time. In fourteen scenes, she will tell us about the most beautiful story in the world: the story of our planet, its evolution and the beings that inhabit it. The scientific and poetic content of L’EAUdyssée de la Terre will transport young audiences into a magical world. It will provided them with a global approach to their origins while inviting them to question the future of our beautiful blue planet of which we are all children and should now, more than ever, take care of. L’EAUdyssée de la Terre is a hymn for life.
A magical show by Claire Montambault !
“The children loved the show. Dazzling, striking! Truly brings attention to the social awareness we should all have towards our beautiful planet and, our water!” École Sacré-Cœur, Lac Mégantic
Target audience: ages 5 to 12
Maximum attendance: 499
Language of presentation : French only.
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NEW : L'Usine des sons
Elementary
A production of L'Arsenal
L'Usine des sons
A devilish duo of musicians pluck, strum, scrape and bang on some of the most curious instruments with infinite acoustic possibilities: the Baschet sound sculptures. Improvising playfully, the performers and the audience go down some really wild and inspired musical avenues together. An interactive show where everyone can share in this dynamic, refreshing, unique and innovative musical experience.
Target audience: Ages 6 to 12
Maximum audience: 499 people
Language of presentation: English or French
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NEW: Carnival of the Animals
Elementary
A production of L'Arsenal
Carnival of the animals
Discover the fantastical work of composer Camille Saint-Saëns by entering into the marvellous universe of the Carnival of the Animals. Inspired by this still fresh-sounding piece, we will take you on a fabulous musical journey. Let Octave and Mandoline guide you through this magical universe where lions, kangaroos, turtles and other animals come to life through the use of small and large marionettes, each more surprising than the next. A true odyssey of sound and a celebration of entertainment and joy, this production introduces young audiences to a classic composition.
Target audience: Ages 4 to 8
Maximum audience: 499 people
Language of presentation: English or French
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Rhythm and Stomp / Giggle and Stomp
Elementary
A production of Jeunesses Musicales du Canada
Rhythm and Stomp / Giggle and Stomp
A powerful history of percussion! It all begins in Africa, the land of rhythm, where instruments resonate and music is made. This animated concert, of two sounds in three movements, is a magical journey through percussion history with stops in the Middle East, Europe and America. From African and Brazilian music to the hip-hop of today, these instruments transcend all cultures and time. Come and hear exotic and colourful percussion with instruments such as the kalungu, djembe, darbuka, tambourine, cymbals and apito. A super rhythmic concert with
hyper synchronized percussions!
Target audience for Rhythm and Stomp: Ages 7 to 12
Maximum audience: 350 people
Language of presentation: English or French
Target audience for Giggle and Stomp: Ages 3 to 7
Maximum audience: 250 people
Language of presentation: English or French
Preschool and Elementary
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UnBUZZievable ! The History of Music
Secondary
A production of BUZZ Cuivres Farfelus
 
UnBUZZievable will take you on a journey through time and space, presenting an overview of music’s history in a fashion that is lively and full of wit. This show presents a discerning choice of the main events that have marked Western music, from prehistoric times to today. Let the magnificent sounds of the BUZZ brass quintet carry you away in a crescendo of humour and originality!
Target audience: Ages 13 to 17
Maximum audience: 499 people
Language of presentation: English or French
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The Minstrel
Secondary
A production of Atelier du conte
The Minstrel
During the Middle Ages, the minstrel wandered from town to town, playing musical instruments to entertain people. Dressed in period attire, Philippe Gélinas brings the minstrel to life. He plays and recounts stories about the life of the musicians of the era and presents about twenty musical instruments such as the sackbut, hurdy-gurdy, harp, lute, bagpipes, etc. Do not miss this mesmerizing trip back in time!
Target audience: Ages 9 to 17
Maximum audience: 300 people
Language of presentation: English or French
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NEW: À la recherche du Petit Prince
Secondary
A production of Disques Diamant Bleu
À la recherche du Petit Prince
A true musical for young people, inspired by Saint Exupéry’s masterpiece. On the last page of his famous tale, Saint Exupéry leaves us with a drawing of the landscape where The Little Prince has disappeared… Where this beautiful story ends, ours begins, always keeping faithful to the author’s essential message. In this original work, Claire brings us back to the desert in search of the missing Prince. There she will cross paths with many familiar characters, including the black sheep, the snake, the moon, the star, the small flame, and the fox who is once again the great sage of the story... À la recherche du Petit Prince is an interactive show and impressive multimedia production, where songs, theatre, dance, puppetry, projections, magic, special effects, and sets and costumes flourish.
Target audience: Ages 5 to 12
Maximum audience: 499 people
Language of presentation: French only
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