Arts, Culture and Entertainment in Montreal
Kisses Deep is a mother and son drama, filled with many moments of shock, humour, and violence. The show explores the world of fashion and beauty, family dysfunction, and pain. In spite of these heavy themes, the show has a moving story with touches of the supernatural. While uncomfortable at times, the empathy for the […]
Kimberly Akimbo is a joyful, heartfelt musical comedy with loads of fun action. This show has lots of ribald humour and sweet life lessons making for a very entertaining night at the theatre. It touches on themes of growing up vs. aging, adventure vs. chaos, and the pursuit of happiness. Kimberly (Louise Pitre) is a […]
Stone and Bone Spectacular is a wholly original story about Montreal told through the point of view of the Kanien’kehá:ka people. The show is filled with humour, joy, sadness, heartache, longing, and many surprises. Using dance, music, puppetry, and a carnival like setting, this is a history of the island of Montreal unlike anything I’ve […]
When is grief personal? When is it collaborative? How do you mourn the violent loss of your life partner while keeping the spirit of his work and companionship alive? These are some of the themes Montreal choreographer Thea Patterson tackles in her new piece Un-nerving, playing at Espace Libre until December 6th. Using pullies, cords, […]
Stone and Bone Spectacular is a wholly original story about Montreal told through the point of view of the Kanien’kehá:ka people. The show is filled with humour, joy, sadness, heartache, longing, and many surprises. Using dance, music, puppetry, and a carnival like setting, this is a history of the island of Montreal unlike anything I’ve […]
Big Stuff is a hilarious, heartfelt, and entertaining night at the theatre. Performed by husband-and-wife comedy duo, Matt Baram and Naomi Snieckus, the show explores the reasons we accumulate objects we cannot let go. The show is a fun and moving journey into the memories we attach (or don’t) with our stuff. The audience participates […]
Hamilton is a fantastic must-see musical full of explosive energy, great music, and powerful performances. While the story is a lesson in American history, its style is completely engaging. The show is unforgettable, and will leave you reflecting on its many themes long after the lights come up. This is an amazing production and one […]
The Broadway smash Hamilton follows the rise of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honour, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of the USA. The musical headlines Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier from August 19 to September 7. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, […]
It’s summertime, and that means Montreal’s Repercussion Theatre is once again taking their annual Shakespeare-in-the-Park production to green spaces all around the city. This free event is the perfect opportunity to get family and friends out for an evening under the stars. This year’s production is Oscar Wilde’s lively, witty comedy The Importance of Being […]
Clue: On Stage is a laugh-out-loud, action-packed murder-mystery. It is an entertaining night out at the theater! The popular board game, Clue, is staged as a comedy, using the same characters, settings, and rules as the iconic game. The show is filled with surprises, great staging, a fantastic cast, and a lot of murders to […]