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Séquestrés, by Glenn Joyal, featuring Paul Léveillé, Irène Mahé, Patrick Trudel, and Francis Fontaine (2004)

By Forbes, Lorraine and Gaboury-Diallo, Lise

The Cercle Molière: for the Love of Theatre in French

Every year without fail, since 1925, the Cercle Molière [Molière Circle] has presented theatre in French in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Circle is recognized as Canada's oldest theatre company of any language and represents one of the finest French culture treasures that has roots in Western Canada. Originally operated by passionate amateur theatre lovers, the Circle is now a professional company. It offers a program for adults and another for younger audiences, as well as providing training sessions in the dramatic arts. The Circle is a major monument to local heritage and is a key player ...

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