One of the most compelling and versatile filmmakers working in Canada today, Madison Thomas was named one of Playback Magazine’s “Five Filmmakers to Watch” in 2019. A storyteller of mixed ancestry (Ojibwe/Saulteaux & Russian/Ukrainian settler), Thomas is based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba in Treaty 1 territory. She has a rapidly growing number of credits as a writer, director and editor across several genres, formats and platforms.
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To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC and CBC Gem and APTN will present the National Arts Centre tribute concert honouring Buffy Sainte-Marie as a 90-minute special on Friday, September 30 for audiences across Canada.
The program will also be available to stream on-demand after the initial broadcast on CBC Gem.
In a special surprise reunion, The Tragically Hip take the stage backing William Prince to celebrate Buffy Sainte-Marie, a board member of Downie Wenjack Fund in the spirit of Gord Downie and his legacy.
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On June 18, Canadian living legend Buffy Sainte-Marie will deliver a public Artist Talk at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), to coincide with the launch of her retrospective exhibition, Buffy Sainte-Marie: Pathfinder
Pathfinder presents a rare and unique window into the evolution of one of the early innovators of digital art starting with the purchase of her first Macintosh personal computer in 1984. It is presented by NMC in partnership with Paquin Entertainment and will be at Studio Bell from June 3 to August 1.
On June 18, Canadian living legend Buffy Sainte-Marie will deliver a public Artist Talk at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), to coincide with the launch of her retrospective exhibition Buffy Sainte-Marie: Pathfinder, which opened to the public on June 3. The Cree singer-songwriter will discuss the exhibition and the stories behind her digital artworks.
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UPDATE: NYTimes Article and Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry it On to be broadcast on PBS American Masters
NEWSAfter a world-wind of successful premieres, the film, Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry it On finally launched in the U.S. at the DocNYC film festival.
This amazing full feature documentary, directed by award-winning director, Madison Thomas will make its US television broadcast premiere on PBS!!
PBS American Masters will broadcast the full documentary and feature interview with Buffy herself on November 22nd at 9pm ET on PBS – check your local listings or download the PBS Broadcast Video App
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PBS SoCal on Buffy and her impact through Children’s Television Network and PBS
The Guardian has published a wonderful full interview and review of the documentary.
About the Director:
ALLAN KING AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN DOCUMENTARY!
One of the most compelling and versatile filmmakers working in Canada today, Madison Thomas was named one of Playback Magazine’s “Five Filmmakers to Watch” in 2019. A storyteller of mixed ancestry (Ojibwe/Saulteaux & Russian/Ukrainian settler), Thomas is based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba in Treaty 1 territory. She has a rapidly growing number of credits as a writer, director and editor across several genres, formats and platforms.
EXCITING NEWS: Still This Love Goes On makes New York Times/New York Public Library Best Children’s books of 2022!!!
NEWSREAD ALL ABOUT IT and WHERE TO BUY IT HERE!
Starred Reviews:
Important Message from Buffy
NEWSBROADCASTING ACROSS CANADA SEPTEMBER 30 National Arts Centre presents STARWALKER: A Celebration of the Songs, Music and Life of Buffy Sainte-Marie
NEWSTo mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC and CBC Gem and APTN will present the National Arts Centre tribute concert honouring Buffy Sainte-Marie as a 90-minute special on Friday, September 30 for audiences across Canada.
CBC Television 7:30 pm (8:00 NT)
stream on CBC Gem
APTN 8:00 pm
The program will also be available to stream on-demand after the initial broadcast on CBC Gem.
In a special surprise reunion, The Tragically Hip take the stage backing William Prince to celebrate Buffy Sainte-Marie, a board member of Downie Wenjack Fund in the spirit of Gord Downie and his legacy.
TIFF premieres new documentary film Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry it On directed by Madison Thomas
NEWSThe film premieres at TIFF on opening night, Sept. 8, 2022 and will screen
Sept 14, Bytowne, Ottawa
Sept 23, Ted Rogers Hot Docs Cinema, Toronto
Sept 30, Playhouse Cinema, Hamilton
Oct 9. Princess Cinema, Waterloo
Atlantic Film Festival, Sept 18
Lunenburg Film Festival, Sept 22
Calgary Intl Film Festival (date TBD Sept 22-Oct 2)
Film POP Montreal (Oct 2)
CBC News and podcast
Globe and Mail Article
Toronto star article
Tâpwê and the Magic Hat – a chapter book by Buffy Sainte-Marie
NEWSJune 18 NMC Presents! Buffy Sainte-Marie Artist Talk at Studio Bell
NEWSOn June 18, Canadian living legend Buffy Sainte-Marie will deliver a public Artist Talk at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), to coincide with the launch of her retrospective exhibition, Buffy Sainte-Marie: Pathfinder
Pathfinder presents a rare and unique window into the evolution of one of the early innovators of digital art starting with the purchase of her first Macintosh personal computer in 1984. It is presented by NMC in partnership with Paquin Entertainment and will be at Studio Bell from June 3 to August 1.
On June 18, Canadian living legend Buffy Sainte-Marie will deliver a public Artist Talk at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), to coincide with the launch of her retrospective exhibition Buffy Sainte-Marie: Pathfinder, which opened to the public on June 3. The Cree singer-songwriter will discuss the exhibition and the stories behind her digital artworks.
Click HERE For Tickets through NMC Presents
Buffy Sainte-Marie: Pathfinder, a retrospective exhibition by an innovator of digital art
NEWS