C’était presqu’une histoire d’amour

The Renaiss-ARTS project, an initiative of the Alliance for the Sustainable Development of Prince Edward Island (ADDIPE), continues to highlight emerging talent and significant works from the Acadian repertoire through a series of theatrical productions.

Renaiss-ARTS presents a revival of the French play C’était presqu’une histoire d’amour, now also available in English as This Should Have Been a Love Story. Originally created in the Évangéline region several decades ago, this powerful and still relevant work by Paul D. Gallant tells the story of Annie and Mario, a young couple whose relationship is deeply affected by alcohol use, leading to tragic consequences.

This Should Have Been a Love Story will be performed on June 4 at 7 pm, followed by the French version on June 5 at 7 pm. Both performances take place at the Evangeline Recreation Centre. Tickets are available at the door only. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

In July, Renaiss-ARTS will present Le Grand Cercle (The Great Circle), the third and final chapter of the Acadian Trilogy of Prince Edward Island, in French. This ambitious production explores the history, struggles, and evolution of the Acadian people—from their roots to a vision of the future—while highlighting their resilience and place in the world.

Also written by Paul D. Gallant, Le Grand Cercle will be performed at the Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre in Summerside on July 27 at 7:30 pm and July 28 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm.