Here are some suggestions for cultural activities to do this weekend.

MAGIC EVENINGS

Anyone who listened to the radio in the 1980s remembers Nuit Magique, the song that introduced Catherine Lara to Quebecers. However, even if the French performer-violinist sang the words of Luc Plamondon and forged close ties with several artists from here, she spaced out her visits. Her last presence on a Quebec stage dates back to 2011, if you are an admirer, then we can not strongly suggest that you do not miss your shot when she is in Montreal and Quebec, in formula one voice and two pianos, in weekend.

► Where: at the Maison symphonique de Montréal, October 29, and at the Palais Montcalm in Quebec City, October 30

— Cedric Belanger

FESTIVAL SPASM

Who says Halloween, says SPASM festival. The 21st edition of the event, which has been in full swing for a few days, offers some of the most enticing programming for genre cinema lovers. Several theme nights are on the program, including the legendary Old School Halloween Party, which will be back tonight at the Plaza Theater in Montreal, after an enforced three-year hiatus. For moviegoers who prefer to stay in the comfort of their living room, the program is also available online until October 31 at 11:59 p.m.

► Information: spasm.ca

— Maxime Demers

THE 47TH ALBUM OF ANGÈLE DUBEAU

With her 47th album, sixth in the Portrait series, Angèle Dubeau takes an interest in the young English composer Alex Baranowski. On this opus launched on October 14, the violinist revisits, with her ensemble La Pietà, the neo-classical repertoire of this composer who wrote for theatre, dance and cinema. Angèle Dubeau even performs for the first time three unpublished compositions by Baranowski, including Wiosna, which was commissioned by her. An album that allows you to discover, through 15 titles, including Boy and Bird and Immortal Universal, an unknown and interesting composer.

► Where: On the platforms

—Yves Leclerc