Theater location

Toll-free : 1-800-563-4101
Phone : (418) 549-4101
Fax : (418) 549-4114

Ariane Blackburn, General Director / Artistic Director

Artistic director of Les Farandoles de Chicoutimi Folkloric group since 1974, Mrs. Blackburn also assumed the general direction in 1992. A recognized artist in the folkloric dance field, Mrs. Blackburn is dynamic, and demonstrates her visionary spirit by reaching unequaled goals in the field of folkloric dance, both in Canada and abroad. She firmly believes in her production, and continually stands out through her desire to create permanent employment in a traditionally unstable field. Mrs. Blackburn dreamed of a unique group formed of a competent team, dreamed of large scale productions, of international touring, and mostly, to provide the area with a pool of diversified artistic talents. It is as artistic director that she made her mark, and imposed her management style. A hands-on woman, she has developed reputed dance group with continual energy. Named Business Woman of the Year in 1999, Mrs. Blackburn is recognized for her courage and her incredible talent. The passion motivating her is an inspiration to the Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean business and artistic community.