Bell, Cirque du Soleil create new TV production company

MONTREAL – Bell and Cirque du Soleil said Tuesday that they are teaming up on a new company designed to develop Quebec-based media content for television, film, digital, and gaming platforms. Headquartered in Montreal, the company will combine Cirque du Soleil’s existing TV productions and content, including the upcoming 3D feature film Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away, with Bell Media’s production experience, media platforms, and distribution capabilities. The resulting entertainment projects will be available for sale and licensing to both Canadian and international markets. Bell said that the new venture builds on its strategy to invest in Quebec media and...