Chris Dupuis

Chris Dupuis is a writer and curator originally from Toronto.

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The little-known story behind Canada's first queer film, Winter Kept Us Warm

Chris Dupuis has written a new book on David Secter's pioneering 1965 film, which all but vanished from cultural consciousness a decade after it was made.

World AIDS Day: How these 5 artists are responding to the ever-evolving reality of HIV

Early artist responses to HIV were a radical response to a devastating crisis — so what are they like in 2019?

How a few idealists danced their way to becoming one of Canada's most influential art institutions

When they came together in 1968 to form Toronto Dance Theatre, none of them thought they were starting a company that would last for 50 years.

Not your first 'rodeo': How this Calgary fest has become one of Canada's most exciting art events

The High Performance Rodeo is where you might find the next big hit to land at your local theatre — and we have some top picks for its 32nd edition.

These LGBTQ filmmakers want to make Winnipeg 'a beacon for CanCon'

"The community is so supportive and willing to help you out. In Winnipeg, I can make a movie with 50 bucks and some sandwiches from my mom."

This sci-fi play blends eerie phenomena with human emotion — and no two nights are the same

Birds making odd sounds. Flashes of purple in the sky. Unidentified men in black suits behaving suspiciously. Stranger things are coming to the New Brunswick stage.

Staging a new chapter: How SummerWorks is growing their mission by scaling back

For Canada's largest juried performance festival, it's quality over quantity as they begin their 2017 edition.

The little festival that could: How P.E.I.'s Island Fringe sets itself apart

With no theatres and only eight shows, It might be Canada's smallest fringe festival...but it sure has a big heart.

Anything can happen: Five shows that make Toronto Fringe worth checking out

Featuring more than 160 shows in 34 venues over 10 days, it's nearly impossible to pick what to see at the Toronto Fringe — but we're here to help you narrow it down.

From serial killers to teenage realness, these plays are 'lighting up' Regina Fringe

As the 2017 event prepares to open this weekend, we're highlighting some of the local talent making this year's festival one to watch.