Winnipeg's known nationally as the Canadian city that most strongly supports its arts and culture, as evidenced by the fact that, on average, Winnipeggers spend more than any other Canadians on tickets for their favorite performing arts groups. The flagship cultural organizations in turn are fueled by smaller community-theater, dance and music groups ranging from the Winnipeg Jewish Theatre to the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra. The performing-arts scene is not as vibrant during the balmy summer months, however, as many locals abandon the city for vacations at lakeside cottages and campsites. Things pick up again October-May, when the audience is back home and thirsting for art.
