Government of Canada supports the theatre company’s 90th season
June 1, 2015 – Winnipeg – Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada is providing $140,000 in support to the Cercle Molière for its 2015–16 theatre programming. This funding is being awarded through the Community Life component of the Development of Official-Language Communities Program.
The support was announced today by the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
“Thanks to the work and vision of the Cercle Molière, Manitobans have enjoyed French-language theatre for 90 years—this is truly something to celebrate! We are proud to support Canada’s oldest theatre company, and we wish it every success in the years to come.”
—The Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“The Cercle Molière is pleased to offer the people of Manitoba a season of shows and events that highlight local performing arts and talent. Thanks to the support of the Government of Canada, we can pursue our activities and look forward to the 100th anniversary in 2025 with optimism.”
—Geneviève Pelletier, Artistic and Executive Director, Le Cercle Molière
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