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François-Guillaume Leblanc develops his fertile imagination through the exploration of vocals and movement, and the philosophy that the human body is the basis of human expression.
Inspired by a grotesque universe and the traits of characters from comic book worlds, François-Guillaume creates a world where possibilities are endless. Reality blends with fiction and every joke is underlined with wit.
Raised in Iles-de-la- Madeleine, François-Guillaume Leblanc started performing at an early age. At eighteen, he performed on the stage of the Ligue Madelinienne d’Improvisation where he distinguished himself within the improvisation community of Quebec. This experience propelled François-Guillaume into the world of theatre and the performing arts. In collaboration with Karine P. Bouliane, François-Guillaume produced his own comic works, one of which was the ‘ImaginUnivers François-Guillaume Leblanc’s solo show’. This performance piece went on to win him the national CEGEP en Spectacle that, in turn, gave him the opportunity to perform at the Grand Rire Bleu Festival and the Montreal Francofolies.
François-Guillaume produces shows featuring tales, amusing sketches and multiple characters. For these reasons, he, along with his colleague Karine P. Bouliane, is using the Theatre Biscornu to further explore clown art and street theatre.
Always in search of new challenges, François-Guillaume recently took first prize of comedy at the festival Le Tremplin in Degelis (Quebec). His performance style knows how to touch both adults and kids alike. His colorful characters and their comic situations give us subtle reflections on humanity.
Born in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, CONTACT _Con-3FE1ADCB2 \c \s \l Karine P.Bouliane developed a passion for theatre at a very young age. In 1999, she earned a special mention for the artistic direction of her film Temps qu’il y aura du thé… and was a finalist at the popular video directors competition in Quebec. Her film Temps qu’il y aura du thé… was later broadcast on Radio-Canada, the Canadian public network. In 2003, CONTACT _Con-3FE1ADCB2 \c \s \l Karine P.Bouliane graduated from Laval University with a bachelor of theatrical studies. In 2002, she was also nominated for an award at the Muse of Laval University for best actress in a leading play.
Eager to investigate the many possibilities of the body, Karine furthers her theatrical training by taking a course in mime at the omnibus school in Montreal. This prompts Karine to enter the creative theatre where the body occupies an essential place. With this theatre, she attempts to shake sleepy spirits, and involve herself in concrete action. In 2006, Karine joined the Théâtre À vos Souhaits ! During her time with this company, she performed at the Grand Rire de Quebec and numerous local and district activities. 2006 was also the year she joined the Circus school of Quebec, a clown training given by Francine Côté. In 2000, Karine met François-Guillaume Leblanc, and together, they began collaborate on works. The combination of their imaginary worlds is inspiring and continues to evolve.