Sign of the times, the non-profit organization Le Pays de la Sagouine in Bouctouche, which launched its 2024 program on May 1st, is a victim of its own success after 32 years of existence. In just a few minutes, on Thursday, May 3rd, all $100 tickets for Zachary Richard's show "La Louisine au Lumina," scheduled for the evening of August 9th, including a festive Louisiana-flavored dinner, an intimate performance with the artist and his musicians, sold out.
Nevertheless, the executive director of the organization, Monique Poirier, reminds us that the 2024 program offers a large number of activities for everyone from May 4 to December 21, 2024. The program includes theater, entertainment, and music for the whole family, new texts, and more activities on the terrace.
Although the Ile-aux-Puces and the Terrace are open from June 23 to September 1, the full program started on Saturday, May 4, and runs until December 21, 2024.
Some new features are added in 2024: a grand show "Au pays imaginaire," Nounours Theater "L’heure du conte Bouton d’Or Acadie," two more days of music on the terrace on Wednesdays and Sundays, and new adaptations for the Clin d'œil à la Sagouine.
Le Pays de la Sagouine is a cultural destination where Acadian traditions are alive and joy prevails. For over 30 years, the small theatrical village located on an island in the middle of Bouctouche Bay has been buzzing all summer around the imagination of Antonine Maillet, creator of La Sagouine and many other beloved characters.
It is a unique tourist attraction in Canada. Indeed, it is entirely derived from a literary work. More than 150 people contribute their talent and energy to ensure presentations throughout the season on the mainland site and at Île-aux-Puces.
Le Pays de la Sagouine is open from Wednesday to Sunday but will be closed on August 16 due to the Acadian National Holiday.
For ticketing (site visits and shows), visit the website www.sagouine.com, the offices of Le Pays de la Sagouine, or purchase by phone.
For those planning to visit in November or December 2024, Le Pays de la Sagouine presents its 25th edition of its traditional Christmas dinner show from November 14 to December 21. Details (dates and information) are available at www.sagouine.com in the ticketing section.
Le Pays de la Sagouine (administration)
57, rue de l’Acadie
Bouctouche, NB E4S 2T7
1-800-561-9188
(closed between noon and 1 pm)
Akadi Lumina: Shedding Light on the Culture
From May 17 to October 14, in the evening after sunset, Akadi Lumina offers a magical 1.5 km nocturnal journey to encounter a vibrant culture. For a second year, the public is invited to discover a multimedia entertainment path designed by Moment Factory, a luminous and immersive trail, the first of its kind in Atlantic Canada.
No one leaves indifferent to this experience that combines light, projections, special effects, soundscapes, and original music, all in a real forest specially designed for this purpose.
Inspired by Acadian culture and history and the region's iconic landscapes, the presentation follows a walking trail near the Pays de la Sagouine site. The whole family will undoubtedly enjoy this sensational show.
Check the full schedule and rates on the website akadilumina.ca or by phone at 1-800-561-9188.