Nouvelle étincelle : Sylvain Émard lauréat du prix Denise-Filiatrault 2026

Sylvain Émard has received the Prix Denise-Filiatrault 2026, awarded as part of the Prix du Québec, the highest honour bestowed by the Government of Quebec in culture and science. This mark of distinction pays tribute to 45 years of creativity and honours an artist for whom the body is a place of encounter, and dance a way of inhabiting the world together. Sylvain Émard Danse welcomes this gesture with great joy and deep gratitude.

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A year of distinctions

After receiving the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award in June, this second award confirms that 2026 is a banner year for the company. Sylvain Émard joins a long list of illustrious artists and personalities in the dance world who have also been Prix du Québec laureates: Ludmilla Chiriaeff, Françoise Sullivan, Jeanne Renaud, Vincent Warren, Martine Époque, Édouard Lock, Anik Bissonnette, Marie Chouinard, Louise Lecavalier and more recently Francine Bernier.

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“Through dance I have travelled the world, sharing a ritual that since the dawn of time has united us, fascinated us, and above all, brought us closer together.”

Sylvain Émard

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Stirring the embers and setting dance ablaze

This recognition celebrates a distinctive choreographic style, a career dedicated to others, and a vision that has constantly fuelled the company’s passion. After marking our 35th  anniversary and celebrating with you, we’re now looking ahead: a new production is in the works. Details will be revealed soon.

To all those who have supported us over the past three decade – dancers, collaborators, partners, presenters, members of the board of directors, donors and our loyal audiences – THANK YOU. This award is shared award with you, for it also pays tribute to your invaluable support for Sylvain Émard.

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