Holiday program: storytelling, song, and dance

Languages
English, French, French Immersion
Discipline
Dance, Drama, Literary Arts, Music
Availability
In-Person, Online
Number of participants
150
Themes
French-Canadian Culture, North American History
Age
All ages, Children ages 5 - 11, Children ages 12 - 18, Seniors, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
About this program
Step into the enchanting world of Louis Mercier’s Holiday performance, where the magic of French Canadian stories, songs, and dance comes to life in a captivating celebration of culture and tradition. Tailored specifically for French as a Second Language (FSL) students, this performance promises an immersive experience that not only entertains but also educates, making language learning a delightful journey.
Curriculum Links
Respond to oral French text; describe the communities of early settles in Upper Canada and identify factors that helped them shape their settlements; demonstrate an awareness of the characteristics of musical forms and traditions of diverse times, places and communities; rhythms and structure of traditional music and dance.
Artist
Pricing
In person and online
One performance: 1 hour* $470 + HST
Two performances: same school, same day $605 + HST
Three performances: same school, same day $840 + HST
Published fees are for schools; fees for other settings are subject to change
*Performances for Kindergarten participants are 45 minutes each.
Venues over 25km from Ottawa centre will be charged a travel fee for artist's transportation costs.