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Celebrating the fearless, trailblazing artistic marvel that is k.d.lang at the NAC with these fabulous women. by @denisedonlon

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Loving my @revenuebrand Gord shirt fully and completely💟. 50% of revenues go to Downie Wejack Foundation. Good on you @stevensabados! I can see your big talented heart from here 😇 by @denisedonlon

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12 loons rafting together! Never seen that many together…. Maybe they’re leaning to hunt like Orcas? They certainly share the colour palette.🤍🖤🩶 by @denisedonlon

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Actor, director, producer, arts advocate and 2015 laureate R. H. Thomson returned this year as the mentor to interdisciplinary artist Lennette Randall as part of the 2026 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Mentorship Program.

In their conversation with @denisedonlon , they reflected on the importance of mentorship, the realities of navigating a career in the performing arts, and advice they would offer to the next generation of artists.

The GGPAA Mentorship Program is generously supported by The Keg Spirit Foundation.

To watch the full interview, visit our YouTube channel via the link in our bio.

Acteur, metteur en scène, producteur et défenseur des arts, le lauréat 2015 R. H. Thomson est de retour cette année comme mentor auprès de l’artiste interdisciplinaire Lennette Randall, dans le cadre du Programme de mentorat 2026 des Prix du Gouverneur général pour les arts du spectacle.

Dans leur entrevue avec @denisedonlon , il est question de l’importance du mentorat, des réalités d’une carrière dans les arts du spectacle et des conseils à offrir à la relève artistique.

Le Programme de mentorat des PGGAS reçoit le généreux soutien de la Keg Spirit Foundation.

Pour voir l’entrevue intégrale, rendez-vous sur notre chaîne YouTube – lien dans la bio. by @denisedonlon

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For soprano and conductor Barbara Hannigan, the power of music lies in the connection it creates. From a seniors’ home in Nova Scotia to an opera house in Milan, live music connects performers and audiences in profound and immeasurable ways.

To watch the full interview with @denisedonlon , visit our YouTube channel via the link in our bio.

Pour Barbara Hannigan, cheffe d’orchestre et soprano, la force de la musique réside dans les liens qu’elle tisse. D’une résidence pour aînés en Nouvelle-Écosse à une salle d’opéra de Milan, la scène unit interprètes et publics d’une manière aussi profonde qu’incommensurable.

Pour voir l’intégralité de l’entrevue avec @denisedonlon , visitez notre chaîne YouTube via le lien dans notre bio. by @denisedonlon

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In her interview with @denisedonlon, Tonya Williams reflects on carving out a career in an industry that wasn’t always ready to embrace diverse voices.

She shares how rejection fueled her resilience, ultimately leading her to found Reelworld and help expand opportunities for underrepresented talent across Canada’s screen industries.

To watch the full interview, visit our YouTube channel via the link in our bio.

Dans son entrevue avec @denisedonlon, Tonya Williams revient sur la carrière qu’elle s’est taillée dans une industrie qui n’était pas toujours prête à accueillir les voix de la diversité.

Elle y raconte comment le rejet a nourri sa résilience, ce qui l’a poussée à fonder Reelworld et à élargir les possibilités offertes aux talents sous-représentés dans les industries de l’écran au Canada.

Pour visionner l’intégralité de l’entrevue, rendez-vous sur notre chaîne YouTube : lien dans notre bio. by @denisedonlon

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After receiving his 2026 GGPAA, @jamescameronofficial sat down for an interview with @denisedonlon to reflect on a lifetime of curiosity, exploration, and storytelling.

To watch the full interview, visit our YouTube channel via the link in our bio.

Après avoir reçu son Prix des PGGAS 2026, @jamescameronofficial s’est entretenu avec @denisedonlon pour parler de sa longue carrière marquée par son esprit curieux, l’exploration et les histoires.

Pour voir l’intégrale de l’entrevue, visitez notre chaîne YouTube et activez le lien en bio. by @denisedonlon

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In her sit-down interview with @denisedonlon, Susan Benson shares the story of her legacy, from the Stratford Festival to stages around the globe.

To watch the full interview, visit our YouTube channel via the link in our bio.

Dans son entrevue en tête-à-tête avec @denisedonlon, Susan Benson raconte son parcours, depuis le Festival de Stratford jusqu’à ses prestations sur les scenes du monde.

Pour voir l’intégrale de l’entrevue, visitez notre chaîne YouTube en activant le lien en bio. by @denisedonlon

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Always a pinch-me moment to be invited to interview the Laureates at the Governor General Performing Arts Awards, and then celebrate Canada’s artistic achievers with friends at the @nac.cna. Congrats to @jamescameronofficial, @the_diagonal_man, @hannigan.barbara, Susan Benson, @iamtonyawilliams,R.H Thomspon, @leraentertainments and applause once again to @douglasknight, @virginiathomson, @jessmilton and the village of creatives who make breathtaking moments on stage. @ggpaa_pggas by @denisedonlon

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Congrats to @swimdrinkfish raising $417,000 to continue their vital work to protect a swimmable drinkable, fishable future across Canada. Thank you Steven Page for lending your voice and all the creative visual artists who donated their works. See them at Artists For Water swimdrinkfish.ca by @denisedonlon

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For your Emmy Consideration - Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery. Hello Emmy voters and followers. Sarah’s trailblazing courage and extraordinay talent are on full display in this powerful documentary directed by Ally Pinkew and produced by Dan Levy. Lilith Fair challenged industry bulls**t, empowered women, impacted culture and truly changed lives. To be included in the documentary was a true honour and this documentary deserves every award. #LilithFairBuildingAMystery is available to stream on Hulu and in Canada on CBC GEM. @officialsarahmclachlan by @denisedonlon

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PortuGALS Sod it, I’m 70 Adventure! Part2 (of waaaay too many to post… ) Thank you gals for sharing my big birthday! You are joyful intrepid marvels and I’m grateful to you all 🙏🏼❤️🤸🏻‍♂️❌⭕️. by @denisedonlon

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