Powder Her Face: a risky and risqué opera
It’s a good thing that people had been forewarned that this opera was explicit in its language and detail;intended for a “mature audience” only. Powder Her Face, a contemporary opera …
Paul gives “all his loving” to the people of Quebec
Five years after enchanting his fans on the Plains of Abraham for Quebec City’s 400th anniversary, Paul McCartney gave them another unforgettable evening on July 23rd. Now in his 71st …
Céline Dion on the Plains, une seule fois
The crowd on the Plains of Abraham on Saturday, July 27, was abuzz as they awaited the arrival on stage of Quebec’s most celebrated artist. With only 60,000 tickets available …
Céline Dion and René Angélil receive Order of Canada medals
At a unique ceremony held at the Citadel of Quebec on Friday afternoon, Céline Dion and her husband, René Angélil, were awarded Order of Canada medals by Governor-General David Johnston. …
Memorials and Things of Fame
1863 The Morning Chronicle James Baker was called up for sentence for manslaughter at the Court of Queen’s Bench, and Hon. Mr. Justice Meredith addressed him as follows: “You have …
By George, it’s a boy!
His Royal Highness Prince George Alexander Louis was born in London at 4:24 p.m. (11:24 a.m. EDT) on Monday, July 22. The delighted parents are Prince William and Catherine (fondly …
Lepage’s final Image Mill: a tribute to Norman McLaren
This summer, movie buffs will be particularly eager to see the all-new Image Mill presentation, which is a tribute to Canadian film animation pioneer Norman McLaren (1914-1987). This sixth and …
Royal ancestors’ baby photos
Prince Charles in the arms of his mother, Princess Elizabeth, surrounded by his grandfather, King George VI, his father, Prince Philip, and the Queen Mother. Baby Prince George’s grandfather …
Ozalik, a spiritual and cultural journey
This past Tuesday, the fourth production of Ozalik at the outdoor amphitheatre in Wendake started its 2013 season. The two-hour show starts at 8:30 p.m., playing Tuesdays through Saturdays until …
La Damnation de Faust at the Festival d’Opéra de Québec
Devil or angel, which will it be? Faust’s dilemma is whether to die a sad and bored old man (and go to heaven) or relive his glorious youth. He chooses …