13 September 2013
Plunge Into Dance!
Many great companies are coming to present new pieces this season at Danse Danse . Contemporary companies from all over the world are coming through Montreal, from the rising star on the New York scene Kyle Abraham to British choreographer Wayne McGregor. If you want to discover dance in all its forms, this season should be at the top of your list.
02 May 2013
What's Happening in May?
Stratford Festival - April 27 to October 20 @ Various locations, Stratford, ON
The annual celebration of Shakespeare's works is back for its 60th year. A program of 12 plays performed in 4 theatres in the picturesque town of Stratford runs all the way up to October, making it a great destination for the summer holidays.
Rent: The Musical - April 28 to June 2 @ The Lower Ossington Theatre, Toronto, ON
The rock musical about a group of struggling young artists living in New York, dealing with the presence of AIDS is based on Puccini's opera, La Boheme. The award-winning musical has now been extended at The Lower Ossington Theatre.
Dream Away by Stephan Thoss - May 16 to 25 @ Place des Arts, Montreal, QC
As suggested by its title, Dream Away is a surrealist contemporary ballet, blurring the boundaries between real and imaginary. Known for his inventive interpretations of classics, as well as more surrealist works, award-winning German choreographer Stephan Thoss also designs his own sets and costumes.
Festival TransAmériques Dance + Théâtre - May 22 to June 8 @ Various locations, Montreal, QC
This international festival celebrates new works in dance and theatre, cohesively combining disciplines and artistic trends of choreographers, writers, and directors.
02 May 2013
Bust a Move This Weekend!
Get ready for the 10th annual Bust a Move street dance festival, happening this weekend on May 3rd & 4th at various locations in Montreal. The festival features one of the most anticipated street dance battles of the year, as well as workshops, theatre productions, panel discussions, and opening & closing parties for professionals and amateurs alike. Check out Bust a Move's website for more information.
06 March 2013
What to See in Montreal in March
T.R.A.S.H. - March 5 to 9 @ Place des Arts
A first in Montreal, this Dutch dance company will be performing a double bill with Enchanted Room and T†Bernadette, as part of the Danse Danse lineup.
Danz and Toot – March 14 to 23 @ Place des Arts
Performed by Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin and Dutch choreographer Didy Veldman share the stage and dancers, each with a piece for this double bill. Both choreographers have worked with the company throughout the years, offering some truly memorable work.
International Festival of Films on Art – March 15 to 24 @ Various locations
Using cinema as a vehicle of exploration for all art forms, the 10-day festival features 250 films from 20 different countries, as well as special events, round table discussions, conferences, exhibits, installations, and performances.
Fondation de Danse Margie Gillis – March 27 to 30 @ Place des Arts
Part of the Danse Danse program, famed Canadian modern dancer and recent recipient of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award, Margie Gillis will perform The Light Between; a new piece depicting the culmination of a lifetime of art, set designed by internationally renowned painter and sculptor, Randal Newman.
