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Storytelling and literary shows

While Québec books are going digital, they are also being performed on stage at festivals and unique literary events that bring literature and its issues to international shows and conferences. Some of the main events of this type are:

The tradition of theatrical storytelling has been brought back to life by a group of young and active storytellers who blend modern and traditional storytelling techniques in their rousing performances. The undisputed leader of this movement, who has performed in auditoriums, cafes and bars, is Fred Pellerin. His stories, which are based on the town of Saint-Élie-de-Caxton, have been enthusiastically received throughout the French-speaking world.