May 20 2015
Artmistice’s Sonia Clarke Takes Part in Sandy Silva’s Migration Dance Film Project
Over the past few weeks, you may have noticed videos on our Facebook page for the Migration Dance Film Project, presented by Sandy Silva Dance, in collaboration with filmmaker Marlene Millar. The dance film project is a series of vignettes that explore the universal theme of migration, as performed by artists from various disciplines in dance and music. Artmistice’s very own Sonia Clarke has been involved with the project as a dancer-interpreter, rehearsal coach, assistant choreographer and producer.
Two vignettes, Lay Me Low and Migration, have been completed and have been selected by various film festivals around the world, where they have garnered fantastic reviews, with Lay Me Low winning Best of Fest at the Utah Dance Film Festival.
Check out www.sandysilvadance.com/migration.html for more information on the Migration Dance Film Project and stay tuned for more updates here.
February 09 2015
Trey Parker’s Cannibal! The Musical
Cannibal The Musical opens February 10th at the Panasonic Theatre in Toronto for a 3-week run. Trey Parker originally wrote, produced, co-scored, directed and acted in the musical as a film, prior to co-creating South Park and The Book of Mormon with regular collaborator, Matt Stone. Loosely based on the true story of Alferd Packer and the journey from Utah to Colorado that found Packer’s fellow travellers inextricably dead and partially eaten, the movie has since been adapted for the stage with new jokes and songs, and is now launching its world premiere.
February 09 2015
Festival Montréal en Lumière
The 16th edition of Montréal en Lumière, the annual winter festival offering extensive programming in performing arts, gastronomy, and free outdoor activities will run from February 19 to March 1st. Every year, the festival closes with the ever-so-popular Nuit Blanche on February 28, an entire night (from sunset to sunrise) of discoveries in music, art installations, exhibitions, dance, and more. All activities are free and linked by free shuttle service. Check out the Montréal en Lumière website for more information.
September 22 2014
Wicked and The Book of Mormon Back by Popular Demand in Toronto
Can’t make it to Broadway to catch a musical? Not a problem! Both Wicked and The Book of Mormon have returned for a limited time this Fall at the Ed Mirvish and Princess of Wales Theaters. Wicked runs until November 2nd, and after multiple runs in the city over the last few years, The Book of Mormon is back from September 16 to November 30. For tickets and more information on current and upcoming shows, go to theatre website.
September 22 2014
First Conference on Dance for Young Audiences
A conference on dance for young adults - the first of its kind - will be held on September 25th and 26th at the dance pavilion of the University du Quebec in Montreal (UQAM). The two-day event is a collaboration between the university’s dance department, and dance companies Cas Public, PPS Danse, and Bouge de là. The conference is open to everyone and will bring together artists, educators, presenters, cultural workers and other industry professionals and students. Click here for more information about the conference.
September 22 2014
What’s Going On This Fall
Summer and its infinite amount of outdoor cultural festivals might be drawing to an end, but there’s still plenty to see before Fall begins to creep in. Here is just a glimpse of some cultural events worth exploring. - Festival Quartiers Danse: September 12-20 - Leonce and Lena: September 18-27 - Trois décennies d’amour cerné: September 23-26 - Elsewhere: October 1-4 - O Vertigo - Soif: October 2 Make the most of it before it's too late!
March 05 2014
Les Belles Soeurs Musical to be Adapted to English
Les Belles Soeurs, the iconic Quebec play turned musical, will be presented in English as part of the Segal Centre’s 2014-2015 season. The French musical, based on the play by Michel Tremblay, debuted in Quebec in 2010 and its success launched it to Paris in 2012. Original director of the French musical, René Richard Cyr, will return to direct the English production. While there is immense challenges in translating Quebecois slang to English, Cyr promises that the essence of the story will maintain its integrity. Belles Soeurs: The Musical opens at the Segal Centre on October 19, 2014.
March 05 2014
March: A Great Month in Dance
There's no shortage of things to see this month, as the Place des Arts full calendar alternates between an eclectic lineup of local works and the stellar international offerings of the Danse Danse program. Consider these for your calendar:
- Abraham.In.Motion: March 6, 7, 8
- Rodin/Claudel, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens: March 13 - 22
- Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan: March 27, 28, 29
- Norman (Tribute to Norman McLaren): March 27 - April 12
- La Edad de Oro, Israel Garvan: March 30
January 29 2014
Dance at Montréal en Lumière
The Montréal en Lumière festival may be all about culinary delights and signature dishes, but there’s still something for dance fans to sink their teeth into. The Out Innerspace dance theatre brings us Me So You So Me – a dance duet said to pepper their performance with ‘absurd humour and dry wit’ on the 20th and 21st of February. You can also catch the legendary Margie Gillis –who’s celebrating a 40-year career - and a selection of her choreographies at the Festival the 26th to 28th. Both are performing at the Agora de la Danse and you can get your tickets here: http://www.montrealenlumiere.com/arts-en/shows-serie.aspx?categorie=danse
December 16 2013
Happy Holidays!
We would like to wish you all a very warm and happy holiday season. Thank you to all our dancers, clients, and friends for making this yet another wonderful year for Artmistice. We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you all again in the New Year!
September 14 2013
Is Rhythm A Dancer?
A new trend has caught on in London that throws you back in time: a pop-up fitness rave on classic dance tracks from the 90s where lycra and glow-sticks are obviously welcome. Would shaking your thing on 'What is love?', 'Pease don't go', and 'Finally' be just the thing for you to get back in shape?
September 13 2013
Sonia Clarke At l'École Supérieure Teaching Jazz
Founder of Artmistice Sonia Clarke is back teaching a jazz class at the École Supérieure de ballet du Québec. She's happy to be back at this ballet institution and even more excited at the idea that they're broadening their dance repertoire by adding jazz, pilates and flamenco to the class list.
September 13 2013
Plunge Into Dance!
Many great companies are coming to present new pieces this season at Danse Danse . Contemporary companies from all over the world are coming through Montreal, from the rising star on the New York scene Kyle Abraham to British choreographer Wayne McGregor. If you want to discover dance in all its forms, this season should be at the top of your list.
May 02 2013
What's Happening in May?
Stratford Festival - April 27 to October 20 @ Various locations, Stratford, ON
The annual celebration of Shakespeare's works is back for its 60th year. A program of 12 plays performed in 4 theatres in the picturesque town of Stratford runs all the way up to October, making it a great destination for the summer holidays.
Rent: The Musical - April 28 to June 2 @ The Lower Ossington Theatre, Toronto, ON
The rock musical about a group of struggling young artists living in New York, dealing with the presence of AIDS is based on Puccini's opera, La Boheme. The award-winning musical has now been extended at The Lower Ossington Theatre.
Dream Away by Stephan Thoss - May 16 to 25 @ Place des Arts, Montreal, QC
As suggested by its title, Dream Away is a surrealist contemporary ballet, blurring the boundaries between real and imaginary. Known for his inventive interpretations of classics, as well as more surrealist works, award-winning German choreographer Stephan Thoss also designs his own sets and costumes.
Festival TransAmériques Dance + Théâtre - May 22 to June 8 @ Various locations, Montreal, QC
This international festival celebrates new works in dance and theatre, cohesively combining disciplines and artistic trends of choreographers, writers, and directors.
May 02 2013
Bust a Move This Weekend!
Get ready for the 10th annual Bust a Move street dance festival, happening this weekend on May 3rd & 4th at various locations in Montreal. The festival features one of the most anticipated street dance battles of the year, as well as workshops, theatre productions, panel discussions, and opening & closing parties for professionals and amateurs alike. Check out Bust a Move's website for more information.
March 06 2013
What to See in Montreal in March
T.R.A.S.H. - March 5 to 9 @ Place des Arts
A first in Montreal, this Dutch dance company will be performing a double bill with Enchanted Room and T†Bernadette, as part of the Danse Danse lineup.
Danz and Toot – March 14 to 23 @ Place des Arts
Performed by Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin and Dutch choreographer Didy Veldman share the stage and dancers, each with a piece for this double bill. Both choreographers have worked with the company throughout the years, offering some truly memorable work.
International Festival of Films on Art – March 15 to 24 @ Various locations
Using cinema as a vehicle of exploration for all art forms, the 10-day festival features 250 films from 20 different countries, as well as special events, round table discussions, conferences, exhibits, installations, and performances.
Fondation de Danse Margie Gillis – March 27 to 30 @ Place des Arts
Part of the Danse Danse program, famed Canadian modern dancer and recent recipient of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award, Margie Gillis will perform The Light Between; a new piece depicting the culmination of a lifetime of art, set designed by internationally renowned painter and sculptor, Randal Newman.
March 05 2013
Fondation Québec Jeunes raises $535,000 for At-Risk Youth
For the second year in a row, Artmistice dancers had the honour to perform at the Fondation Québec Jeunes’ 10th annual Valentine’s Day Ball. The Fondation Québec Jeunes’ mission is to help struggling and at-risk youth through the funding of community programs. Artmistice’s dancers rocked the Parisian Cabaret theme with style and sass, contributing to what has been deemed the most successful Valentine’s Day Ball yet.
March 05 2013
Sonia Clarke and Andrea Este to Perform at the Vancouver International Dance Festival
Artmistice’s own Sonia and Andrea will be performing with Muriva Dance at the Vancouver International Dance Festival. The three-week annual festival features dance companies from New Zealand, Switzerland, Denmark and Canada. Muriva Danse will be performing March 7-9 at The Roundhouse at 7:00 pm.
December 12 2012
More classes taught by Sonia Clarke in the New Year!
Due to an overwhelming response and demand, Artmistice president Sonia Clarke will be teaching more classes starting January. Take a look at the following studios for more information:
December 12 2012
Thank you to our passionate artists
As this year comes to a close, we would like to thank all of those who participated in our Passion Portrait project this past year. Your stories and thoughts were an inspiration to us and to those with whom you were so generous in sharing your passion. You can see all the Passion Portraits on our website in our blog section and keep an eye out for the last of our portraits before the end of the year.
