features index Montréal, cultural metropolis: Le Mois de la Photo Features...... 2 a collective project à Montréal – Exhibitions...... 3 Shows ...... 6 Image & Imagination Singers...... 6 The month of September marks a return to school as well as to culture. This year Film...... 7 was marked by the adoption of the City of Montréal’s first Cultural Development Storytelling...... 9 Policy, which was the result of a dynamic reflection and consultation approach. ’s only biannual celebration of contemporary photography Dance...... 10 September 8 – October 10, 2005 Comedy ...... 11 Through this policy, which originated at the Montréal Summit and was adopted at by Christine Roy the last city council meeting in August, the City maintains that culture is one of its Music : most important driving forces that is also extremely important for its reputation For this ninth edition of the city’s renowned photography festival, its head Classical & Opera...... 12 and future development. The City also clearly states its desire to make citizens, curator, Martha Langford, has prepared a visionary programme in honour Traditional & World Music...... 14 creators and artists the core of its cultural action and to assume a leadership role. of the innovative spirit of imagination and experimentation that defines the Electroacoustic & Contemporary...... 16 In fact, the City would like to also assume, in an unprecedented way, a leadership medium. The scale of the festival is equally impressive. Le Mois de la Photo à Jazz, Blues, Folk, Country...... 17 role in terms of cultural development across its territory. Three major issues are Montréal will feature more than 60 artists from Australia, the United Kingdom, Rock, Hip-Hop, Alternative, Techno...... 18 defined: the accessibility of arts and culture, supporting arts and culture and the Haiti, France, the United States and Canada. Their work will be exhibited in impact that culture has on the lives of Montrealers. Reaching these objectives 27 different cultural venues around the metropolis, including four of the Poetry & Literary Events ...... 18 requires everyone’s involvement! This mobilization effort involves the creation of Maisons de la culture. In Côte-des-Neiges, you’ll discover a fascinating Performance...... 18 the Forum montréalais de la culture, which will help keep track of all contributions show by Denis Farley entitled Irradiations II, a video and photo installation Theatre...... 19 on a regular basis. One of the highlights of the cultural policy involves the city’s filmed in the “Diefenbunker,” a nuclear bomb shelter built for the Canadian Youth Events ...... 20 libraries. The next ten years will be devoted to overhauling and upgrading government. In Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Fouilles dans la zone unites the work Cultural Venues ...... 24 Montréal’s library network. of Phil Bergerson, Michel Campeau and Glenn Sloggett, artists who “excavate” their images from the wastelands of modern culture. Campeau, for example, Arts Calendar We invite you to consult your Cultural Development Policy on the City of Montréal’s visits a post-industrial junkyard where the scattered machines resemble the for the Sud-Ouest borough...... supplement i Web site in order to learn more about what it means for to assume its role bodies of soldiers in no man’s land. At the Maison de la culture Frontenac, the as cultural city. French artist Alain Bublex exhibits a monumentally complex project begun over 20 years ago: Glooscap, an imaginary New Brunswick town complete Enjoy your return to culture! with explorer’s maps and survey charts. In the Plateau Mont-Royal, Angela Grossmann and Polixeni Papapetrou offer us a chance to follow Alice back Key down the rabbit-hole. Their exhibition D’après Alice reinvents elements from Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on the basis of their own 2: in English experiences as mothers. : free admission IH Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal – A month’s worth of innovative exhibits this i: pass required autumn! For complete program details, log on to www.moisdelaphoto.com ,: admission fee M: up-and-coming artists w: in the event of rain Gérald Tremblay Francine Senécal, V: events presented by the Conseil Mayor of Montréal Vice-chairperson of the Executive Committee des arts de Montréal en tournée Officer for Culture and Heritage

Photograph on the cover : Polixeni Papapetrou, Olympia as Lewis Carrolls’s Xie Kitchin (sleeping on chaise) (2003), from the series Dreamchild (2002-2003). Courtesy of the zoom culture artist and Stills Gallery, Sydney. Editorial Committee: Luk Côté, Borough of Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Martin Philippe Côté, Borough of Sud-Ouest/Lyne Duclos, Borough of (original photograph is in colour) Pierrefonds-Senneville/Gilles Rochette, Borough of Mont-Royal/Manon Touchette, Borough of Outremont/Claude Toupin, Borough of Rivière-des-Prairies—Pointe- aux-Tembles—Montréal-Est/Myra Barnoti, Service du développement culturel, de la qualité du millieu de vie et de la diversité ethnoculturelle. Coordination and production: Division Mise en marché et communications, Service du développement culturel, de la qualité du milieu de vie et de la diversité ethnoculturelle. Special collaboration: Marlène Boisvert Graphic design: subcommunication.com/Translation (English version): Bottlegreen Media This magazine contains an abridged list (by field and date) of upcoming events in the various boroughs of Montréal. To consult the entire calendar, visit our website: ville.montreal.qc.ca/culture. Please note that some of the events are presented by the Conseil des arts de Montréal en tournée.

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Les animaux et leurs sujets. Nicolas Morin. in progress… pieces whose composition and vivid eye for colour man’s land. Glenn Sloggett turns his lens onto the Featured artists: Jim Campbell (San Francisco), are no less entrancing. abandoned or derelict buildings that encircle the Char Davies, Martine Koutnouyan, Joseph Lefèvre, Pour le meilleur et pour le pire. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, city of Victoria in Australia. Emmanuel Madan (Montréal), Camille Utterback and Paintings by Max Gerbier. Studio 2 (RPP). IH Maison de la culture Romy Achituv (New York). Produced by the SAT. Until Sept. 18 Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). IH Maison de la culture Max Gerbier’s early work was greatly inspired by the Et si j’étais tout ce que j’ai rêvé d’être... - (AC). IH naive art of Haiti, the country where he was born, Marie-Ève Rabbath. Glooscap. Works by Alain Bublex. but recent efforts have leaned more towards social Until Oct. 1 Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. V After Notman: criticism. His style represents images from daily Sculptures inspired by the oval form. The artist Until Oct. 9 Photographic Views of Montréal A Century Apart. life in a realistic manner contrasted with illusionist focuses her imagination on the inner space of the A visual and sonic tour de force from the mind of Until Oct. 16 touches. The luminous, heavily-saturated colours egg: the stage for life’s creative metamorphosis, the French artist Alain Bublex springs an imaginary An exhibition of photographic diptychs featuring make for exhilarating scenes on the canvas. cocoon of all existence. New Brunswick town complete with explorer’s iconic photos of Montréal taken between 1863 and Bibliothèque Rivière-des-Prairies, Galerie Port-Maurice (SLE). IH maps, survey charts, urban plans, factory districts, 1918 by Notman & Sons (a leading studio of the Salle d’exposition (RPM). IH architectural marvels, notarized deeds and day), and new shots made in the same locations Irradiations II. Denis Farley. suburban vistas. Presented for the first time in by Andrzej Maciejewski between July 1999 and Shelley Freeman. Painting. Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. Canada through the generous support of the AFAA January 2001. Until Sept. 23 Until Oct. 2 (Association Française d’Action Artistique) and the Eleanor London Public Library (CHM). IH Delve into the mystery of underground worlds A series of video projections and black-and- Consulat Général de France à Québec. and abandoned mines. While revealing their white photos shot in the “Diefenbunker,” a huge Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH Not Like the Others. disturbingly calm atmosphere, these caves, tunnels, underground complex built in the fifties to house Until Oct. 16 natural cavities and man-made structures beckon crucial elements of the Canadian government M Territoires imaginaires. Photography, mixed media and installations. us to take risks and explore the unknown. during a nuclear war (it is now Canada’s Cold War Works by Monique Genton, Since the end of the twentieth century, art has Elgar Community Center (VE). IH Museum). The artist Denis Farley haunts these Toni Hafkenscheid, Martin Parr and Mike Yuhasz. ventured beyond galleries and museums into the images dressed in a strange chequered costume of Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. public arena, with or without civic blessing. Street M D’après Alice. Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. red and white. We see his shadow reflected upon Until Oct. 9 painting and graffiti, once dismissed as vandalism, Until Sept. 25 the walls by the harsh neon lights of the bunker’s Four artists who imagine a world divided into tidy, now find themselves celebrated as vibrant forms A chance to follow Alice back down the tunnels, suggesting a bizarre intersection of orderly lots. Monique Genton’s marvellous instal- of urban art. This exhibition explores another side rabbit-hole. Angela Grossmann (Canada) and primitive fear and futurist aspirations. Two large- lation uses squares of coloured grass to evoke the of art, one that is definitely (and defiantly) unlike Polixeni Papapetrou (Australia) reinvent elements format landscapes intensify the tension between obsessively manicured lawns of that domesticated the others. In the Project Room: “Espèces en voie from the Alice in Wonderland story on the basis nature and culture, between freedom and ideology. species, Homo suburbanicus. Toni Hafkenscheid d’extinction” by the artist Mark Garland. of their own experiences as artists and mothers. Vernissage: Sept. 11 (with the artist in attendance). takes us inside the mind of a child who designs his Stewart Hall Art Gallery (PC). IH Grossmann makes collages with energetic sketches Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH own universe via electric trains and postcards from and photographic portraits. Papapetrou uses photo- the real world beyond. Martin Parr whisks us along V Regards sur l’avenir: graphs of her daughter Olympia to reconstitute Jim. John Armstrong and Paul Collins. on a trip around the planet in search of the perfect Une rétrospective des prix François-Houdé. images from Carroll’s Victorian dream world. Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. parking spot. Mike Yuhasz spoofs corporate tactics Until Oct. 16 Maison de la culture du Until Oct. 2 by encouraging us to buy up all the lands and The City of Montréal, in collaboration with the Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH In a series of paired photographs, John Armstrong resources of the Canadian North. Conseil des métiers d’art du Québec (CMAQ), (Canada) and Paul Collins (France) explore the Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH created the Prix François-Houdé in 1996 to M L’art du temps. Group exhibition. uneasy boundaries between North American highlight the excellence of new products in the Until Sept. 30 and European culture. Their images hybridize M Pique-Nique. city’s craft industry and promote the work of young, A group exhibition of pieces by four young Montréal the familiar with the exotic, comparing collective Until Oct. 9 creative artisans. This retrospective exhibition, artists who work in various forms of contemporary memory with individual experience. The project This summer, the Pique-Nique artists collective which includes works by the ten winners since 1996 art. Kaspar Derderian (painting), Sevan Injejikian title refers to the graffiti scrawled on gravestones takes up residence on the terrace of the Maison de and seven other finalists, offers impressive proof of (photography), Silva Khatcherian (sculpture) and in Père Lachaise cemetery, in , to direct visitors la culture with an evolving, repeating picnic where the city’s new talent in the field. Simon Kouyoumdjian (digital photography). to the tomb of Jim Morrison. spectators can join the artists during their Saturday Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). IH Maison de la culture Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH building sessions in the backyard. Also, somewhere Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). IH else in the neighbourhood, one of the group’s Autres fragments: personnages. Michel Bibeau. Fouilles dans la zone. Phil Bergerson, artists will engage the public by inviting passersby Until Oct. 23 Les escaliers du quartier. Photography. Michel Campeau and Glenn Sloggett. to take part in temporary performances or portable An exhibition that evokes Bibeau’s adolescence Until Sept. 30 Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. installations. in the late sixties and early seventies, when his The photographer Pierre-Philippe Brunet applies Until Oct. 9 Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH favourite hobby was taking snapshots of the an innovative approach to capturing images of The artists of this exhibition draw inspiration from peculiar adult environment around him. After Montréal’s architectural heritage. His work has been “the zone”: the suburban wastelands between city MV Art & D dans l’île. Multimedia installation. lying dormant for thirty years, the photo negatives published in such collections as “Les couronnements and country where totems of modern culture are Until Oct. 15 have been reworked into a fresh series of prints de Montréal” (2002) and “Les escaliers de Montréal” exhibited, discarded and destroyed. Phil Bergerson A celebration of 1s and 0s courtesy of developers that allows the artist to rediscover his past while (1998). For this exhibition he has selected some of concentrates on advertising, commercial windows from the Society for Arts and Technology (SAT), depicting the moods and sentiments of a lost age. his most successful photos and other unpublished and other types of display. Michel Campeau visits an avant-garde digital-research collective. They Maison Beaudry (RPM). IH a post-industrial cemetery where the scattered blend art and computer science using IP networks, machines resemble the bodies of soldiers in no immersive environments, video and sound.

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V Charles Daudelin. Maître de l’espace. coming up… vividly rendered through different materials and Lucie Bureau of works by six contemporary artists Until Oct. 23 colours. The result is a broadened discourse on from Canada who use techniques of collage and Beginning with Daudelin’s first groundbreaking human relationships and the fabric of society. photomontage as their basic expressive language. works for public locations in 1964, this exhibition The Fabulous World of Puppets. Galerie Port-Maurice (SLE). IH Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH shows how the master sculptor redefined the use of Sept. 17 – Oct. 16 light and negative space. It brings together some 40 An exhibition devoted to puppets and the fairy-tale La chanteuse utopique. Céline Boucher. Fenêtre — Ablakok. Les Hongrois s’exposent. different works, including a number of the models characters that have inhabited the imagination of Oct. 6 – Nov. 13 Oct. 15 – Nov. 20 he made for these large-scale public projects. An many generations of children. Source: the private Suffering from severe deafness due to a childhood Despite sharing a common cultural background, exhibition produced by the Musée des maîtres et collection of Micheline Legendre. illness, Céline Boucher transports the viewer into each member of this group of Hungarian artists artisans du Québec. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, her auditory world. She aims to make voices visible possesses a unique vision. The works on display Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Stewart Hall (PC). IH and give silence an image. In this multidisciplinary are united by the motif of the window, but remain Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). IH installation, presented in collaboration with Carmen distinct in their conceptual interpretations. Les animaux et leurs sujets. Léger, a classically-trained singer, the viewer is Maison de la culture Fleurs et plantes médicinales amérindiennes Photographs by Nicolas Morin. confronted by the many dimensions of life for the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). IH du Québec et du Canada. Sept. 17 – Nov. 6 hearing-impaired. Sounds and silence take on a Until Oct. 30 In this series of large-scale black and white tangible form that inspires reflection on of V Regards sur l’avenir: A painter with four decades of experience, photographs, Nicolas Morin has paired individuals resilience, communication, dreams and human Une rétrospective des prix François-Houdé. Jacqueline Valenti Janniello also harbours a special with their favourite animal. Often bizarre, even limitations. Oct. 19 – Nov. 20 passion for floral drawing. Here she presents a disturbing, the prints highlight the nature of Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH Centre culturel Henri-Lemieux (LS). IH remarkable series of quasi-instructional drawings intimacy between humans and animals, and what Nov. 24, 2005 – Jan. 11, 2006 arranged in the style of a botany textbook. The may distinguish them. Lieu en soi. Paintings by Catherine Cellier. Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). IH plants and flowers are sketched with such fine Maison du Bon Temps (RPM). IH Oct. 7–30 Awarded each year by the City of Montréal, the Prix detail they seem to sway on the page. Catherine Cellier paints, engraves and rebacks François-Houdé highlights excellence in the city’s Maison de la culture Artefacts from the Lady Sherbrooke (1817–1826). photocopied documents onto separate media like craft industry and promotes the work of young, Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). IH Sept. 22 – Oct. 14 canvas, wood and paper. Here she exhibits 18 semi- creative artisans. This retrospective exhibition The Lady Sherbrooke, one of the first steamboats in figurative narrative constructions upon a theme of includes works by the ten winners since 1996 and Échos. John Molson’s shipping company, navigated up and intimacy. eight other finalists. Produced by the Conseil des Works from the collection of the Musée de Lachine. down the waters of the Saint Lawrence River in the Maison de la culture Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, métiers d’art du Québec (CMAQ) in collaboration Until Dec. 18 early nineteenth century. Studio 2 (RPP). IH with the Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec. An exhibition that “echoes” seven pieces from Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, the collection of the Musée plein air, Lachine’s Stewart Hall (PC). IH Samana — Halte. TRAM Annual Exhibition. marvellous outdoor gallery of contemporary Photography by Jean-Pierre Legault. Oct. 20–22 sculpture. Drawings, sculptures and paintings from La Bête humaine. Works by Renée Béland. Oct. 13 – Nov. 13 Forty or so artists working with watercolours, oils, the fine arts collection of the Musée de Lachine Sept. 24 – Nov. 6 Jean-Pierre Legault takes time out. These fragile, acrylics, photographs and pastels display their help us understand the large-scale creations of Renée Béland’s work aims above all to be a playful even troubling photographic works seem to freeze pieces in this group celebration of art and its power Gilles Boisvert, Graham Cantieni, Agnès Dumouchel, reflection on the bond between humans and “man’s moments of emotion in their tracks. A sequence of to energize our social environment in dynamic David Moore, Robert Roussil and Bill Vazan. best friend,” the dog. Her zany and colourful pieces images captured in the high ranges of the Andes ways. Produced in collaboration with the Table Musée de Lachine (LA). IH poke fun at the paradoxes of a society where suggests a transformation over time, throwing ronde sur l’Art de Mont-Royal (TRAM). animals can sometimes replace human beings, with doubt upon the now. Schofield Hall (MR).IH Jazz: Swinging Nights in Montréal. all the contradictions this entails. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH Until March 26, 2006 Bibliothèque Rivière-des-Prairies, M Ceci n’est pas du gore-tex. A musical and audiovisual trip through the history Salle d’exposition (RPM). IH Collages Hannah Höch 1889–1978/Variations Sculptures by Jean-François Lacombe. of jazz in Montréal, from the Age of Ragtime to the sur le thème du collage et du photomontage. Oct. 20 – Nov. 26 current era of internationally renowned festivals. Pause. Oct. 13 – Nov. 20 Influenced as much by wild nature as by the urban Come take a stroll through the near-mythical Oct. 1–30 An exhibition of 31 photomontages by Hannah Höch, environment, the works of Jean-François Lacombe scenes of our city’s storied nightlife with those A pause is a suspension of time: a chance to refocus an innovative German artist who emerged during are created with materials extracted from post- familiar experts in jazz, Gilles Archambault and on the essential, a freezing of the image before the heyday of Dadaism in the twenties. The works industrial zones or derelict urban sites. Establishing Katie Malloch, as your radio guides. motion begins again. Residing inside an action, on display were produced between 1922 and a conduit between the physical landscape and the Centre d’histoire de Montréal (VM). , the pause represents a kind of photo negative of 1967 using magazine cutouts, original photos and imagination, his pieces still seem to belong to a movement. In recent works by Julie Ouellet, the artist coloured paper. Her criticism of political situations marvellous, dream-like realm. attempts to “pause,” for viewers, the primitive and and gender roles handed down for generations is Maison de la culture unending ritual of preparing the canvas. subtly cloaked in hallucinatory plant representations Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). IH Maison de la culture du and grotesque scenes of absurd hermaphrodite Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH beings and hybrids. Produced by Louise Bédard Viva Vittorio. Danse, in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut Oct. 22, 2005 – Jan. 8, 2006 Parfum de mots. Micheline Landry. and the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (IFA), the One of the world’s great poster artists, Vittorio Oct. 5–29 exhibition forms part of a creative suite inspired Fiorucci is best known in Montréal for the green An exhibition of mixed-media triptychs. Paired by women artists of the first half of the twentieth mascot he created for the Just for Laughs Festival. canvases are hyphenated by poetic texts and century. Also on display: selections by the curator But he is also a caricaturist, photographer,

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Fouilles dans la zone. Les animaux en ville. Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal. Narration... Damnation? Jocelyne Bouchard. Michel Campeau. Max Wyse. illustrator, sculptor and graphic designer. His work is thanks to special permission from the area’s Sheik. Montréal on foot, bicycle or skis to capture images sculptures and paintings. guided by three great aims: artistic rigour, humour, Produced by the Goethe-Institut. of the creatures that dwell in our alleyways, Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH and social commitment. This exhibition (produced Maison de la culture du courtyards, parks and rooftops. Foxes, raccoons, by the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec) Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH finches and herons are some of her favourite M Sandra Tannous. displays a hundred of his most impressive works. subjects. Nov. 24, 2005 – Jan. 15, 2006 Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). IH Regards indirects. Photography. Maison du Bon Temps (RPM). IH Sculptures inspired by two analyses of the Nov. 4–30 environmental needs of human beings: how and Lacrimae. Works by Suzelle Levasseur. David Galipeau, Mélanie Leclerc and François Rivages du Nunavik. Works by Stéphane Lemire. with what do they organize the space around them? Oct. 27 – Dec. 4 Lemieux are three photographers at Gadjo Dilo Nov. 17, 2005 – Jan. 15, 2006 The figures demonstrate a confident marshalling of Three series of works on paper; their main subject Films. They present a collection of polaroids shot For this exhibition the photographer Stéphane signs: their forms are evocative without reference is the eye. The first series, from 2003, contains during a trip to India in the winter of 2004. Casting Lemire presents a sensitive portrait of Nunavik, to any specific object. Instead, we behold assemblies 21 small vertical drawings and marks the starting an indirect but sensitive eye on notions of exoticism an immense region north of the 55th parallel that of objects designed for some mysterious purpose or phase of the artist’s research. Her desire to engage, and otherness, their photographs speak of distance is poorly understood despite amounting to a third need which the artist strives to express. capture and transcribe emotions led her to study the and familiarity, of wandering and strangeness. of ’s total land mass. This beautiful territory Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). eye and its watery manifestations: tears. In 2004, Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, is inhabited by the Inuit, a people of nomadic IH Levasseur expanded her theme on 12 large-scale Studio 2 (RPP). IH ancestry, deep traditions and unique culture, the sheets to bring a sculptural, or spatial, dimension to descendants of countless generations of skilled La thisdélie. Sculptures by Jacques Thisdel. the eye. Then, in 2005, she produced 21 drawings Pointe-aux-Trembles d’hier à aujourd’hui… hunters and fishermen. Dec. 1, 2005 – Jan. 14, 2006 in which the eye and the eyelid are seen through un patrimoine à préserver. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH Jacques Thisdel uses spelling primers to inspire spherical and elliptical forms. Nov. 4 – Dec. 11 a metaphoric and poetic analysis of his own life. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH What has become of our architectural heritage? : Balanced on thin columns of metal, 26 cabinets After delving into photo archives for examples of The People, The Place, The Community. stand like letters of the alphabet and recount their Le règne animal. Installations by Éric Ladouceur. important buildings, the Atelier d’histoire de la Nov. 24 – Dec. 18 story through variations of form, colour and text. Oct. 27 – Dec. 4 Pointe-aux-Trembles then photographed the same A residential project for war veterans and their The installation circles upon itself like an island, “Like many men my age, I’m very aware of the images locations to see whether history and development families, built in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce in 1947, allowing visitors a space to enter, observe and that entranced me as a child, the toys, cartoons and had spared them. Some have been preserved, some Benny Farm has been a vibrant and tight-knit reflect. films that filled my imagination. For performance, transformed and some completely destroyed. community for almost 60 years. This exhibition Maison de la culture drawing, installations, video or painting, the Maison de la culture helps us discover its fascinating history through Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). IH imaginary is essentially a form of game. In my work Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). IH photos, objects and archival films. Produced in I try to concentrate on maintaining a bond between collaboration with the residents of Benny Farm, Limitless Potential. Canadian Society of Painters in the adult world and this vivid, uninhibited sense of Exposcience. the Canada Lands Company, the Centre d’histoire Water Colour. play that children possess.” Nov. 5–6 de Montréal, the Écomusée du fier monde, and the Dec. 3, 2005 – Jan. 29, 2006 Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH An interactive exhibition for the whole family about McCord Museum of Canadian History. In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the various scientific fields. Presented in collaboration Maison de la culture Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour, this Carnet d’atelier. Group exhibition. with Concordia University. Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). IH exhibition, produced by Neville Clarke (a former Nov. 2 – Dec. 4 Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, president of the society), explores the rich diversity An artist’s studio workbook often contains Stewart Hall (PC). IH Ewa Monika Zebrowski. Albergo. and challenges of the medium. With over 60 works overlooked treasures. As time and projects Nov. 24 – Dec. 18 by Canadian artists, the show presents a wide range progress, the workbook becomes a private journal, L’ère des Cajeux. In recent years, the photography of Ewa Monika of styles, approaches and techniques. a place to make first sketches, a repository of raw Nov. 6 – Dec. 4 Zebrowski has evolved towards a more narrative Stewart Hall Art Gallery (PC). IH ideas. This exhibition offers the public a unique “L’ère des Cajeux” provides an amazing glimpse universe, one that is both more personal and more chance to peer inside the books, and the minds, of at the harsh life of the brave navigators that once mysterious. Her images translate how she perceives Noël la nuit. Photography. more than twenty different artists. transported timber down from the Great Lakes to the passage of time, the nature of identity, the Dec. 8, 2005 – Jan. 15, 2006 Galerie Port-Maurice (SLE). IH Quebec in the nineteenth century. Presented by the vagaries of memory and the ephemerality of Gilles Marsolais has specialized in night-time Société patrimoine et histoire de L’Île Bizard. existence. photographs for over 20 years. His attention has Ré Soupault. Photographies, 1934–1952. Complexe culturel Guy-Descary — Maison de la culture recently been drawn to the ways that people adorn Nov. 3 – Dec. 4 Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). IH Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). IH their houses at Christmas: how some neighbourhoods Born Erna Niemayer, Ré Soupault (1901–1996) was keep things discrete while others go for full-scale one of the most remarkable women of the twentieth Opéra. Works by Jaber Lutfi. Narration… Damnation? kitsch. What do these differences say about the social century. After studying at the Bauhaus School in Nov. 9 – Dec. 15 Nov. 24, 2005 – Jan. 8, 2006 and cultural geography of the city? How does the Weimar, Germany, she worked on photojournalism Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH A multidisciplinary exhibition which seeks to clarify meaning of Christmas change from street to street? with her husband, the reporter and surrealist poet the complex relationship between present-day Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Philippe Soupault. Later she devoted her time to Les animaux en ville. Paintings by Jocelyne Bouchard. art forms and ideas of narration, narrative history Studio 2 (RPP). IH writing and translation. Much of the photographic Nov. 12, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 and literature. Its refreshingly different approach work was not rediscovered until long after, in 1988. Come discover four seasons of the city through the highlights the work of seasoned artists (Stéphanie In this exhibition, a central place is reserved for eyes of Jocelyne Bouchard, an experienced wildlife Béliveau, Max Wyse, Ewa Zebrowski) as well as her famously innovative series on African women artist, in this exhibition devoted to acrylic and emerging talents (Marie-France Cournoyer, David living in the “quartier réservé” of Tunis, where, in watercolour portraits of the fauna which inhabit Lafrance, Sophie Castonguay, Jason Arseneault). the thirties, Soupault was allowed to photograph our urban landscape. The artist travels throughout On the bill: video and photo installations,

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Jérôme Minière

États de passage. Works by Nathalie Cloutier. Michel Gravel. Photography. Emmanuel Madan (Montréal), Camille Utterback and mellow. Here he performs with José Major on drums, Dec. 8, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 Dec. 13, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 Romy Achituv (New York). Produced by the SAT. Kim Vin Ho on electric and Christian Miron on A look at how humans interact with their natural With half a century of experience as a press Maison de la culture bass and keyboard. environment. Notions of their mutual fragility are photographer, Michel Gravel has trained his Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). IH Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. addressed through a symbolic pictorial dialogue lens on more extraordinary moments, events Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i that relates the natural mutations responsible for and personalities than he can remember. After La Construction des paysages. Group exhibition. Sat. Oct. 1, 8 p.m. morphogenesis to a phenomenology of human starting with sports coverage in 1954, he became Jan. 18 – Feb. 11, 2006 Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i existence. Geological landscapes and the human a freelance photojournalist for the major Montréal Work by six artists who were invited to explore experience inspire reflections on themes of and Toronto dailies. In 1965 he was hired as a staff the many correspondences between drawing and Thibaud Couturier: equilibrium, upheaval, fragility and austerity. photographer with “La Presse,” and later travelled landscape. How is the one transformed into the chansons françaises cousues main. Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). IH to Mexico, the United States and Vietnam for major other? And what is the basic nature of each? Such Amusing, profound and poetic all at the same reporting projects. This exhibition highlights many questions are the inspiration for an intriguing time, this French native draws his audiences into Noël d’autrefois. of the character portraits, political milestones and group exhibition. surprising worlds full of dark comedy and inspiring Dec. 9, 2005 – Jan. 11, 2006 private glimpses of drama that his camera has Galerie Port-Maurice (SLE). IH romanticism. An exhibition devoted to the origins of Christmas captured in Quebec over the last few decades. Thu. Oct. 6, 8 p.m. paraphernalia. Strange as it may seem, Christmas Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH Maison de la culture Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, trees did not appear in Quebec until 1781. And Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Santa Claus? He started life as the Norse god Odin, Photos de presse du Québec 2005. shows and his jovial face owes its modern look to the Dec. 13, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 En solo. Sylvain Cossette. advertising department of Coca-Cola! For this exhibition the Fédération professionnelle Alone on stage, accompanying himself on guitar, Maison Beaudry (RPM). IH des journalistes du Québec (FPJQ) and its photo singers the noted singer- performs a selection of committee have selected the forty best news photos his best material in a no-frills solo show. V After Notman: of 2005 in Quebec. News photography currently La forêt des mal-aimés. Pierre Lapointe. Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. Photographic Views of Montréal A Century Apart. holds pride of place in the media; these images His classic hits, some new songs, a bigger band, and Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Dec. 9, 2005 – Feb. 5, 2006 offer an exciting glimpse at some of the most telling a stage show designed especially for the occasion. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , An exhibition of photographic diptychs featuring stories of our modern age. Winner of the Prix Félix-Leclerc at the FrancoFolies iconic photos of Montréal taken between 1863 and Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). IH 2004, Pierre Lapointe promises you a feast of sight Les matins qui chantent: Suite québécoise. 1918 by Notman & Sons (a leading studio of the and sound. Lisette Rufiange and Jean Vallières. day), and new shots made in the same locations Conversations. Noah Lima. Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. Lisette Rufiange sings while Jean Vallières accom- by Andrzej Maciejewski between July 1999 and Dec. 14, 2005 – Jan. 14, 2006 Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – panies on guitar, transporting the audience back to January 2001. These acid-coloured characters sculpted from clay Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , the essence of Quebec culture with a selection of Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – and plaster seem distant and absorbed in their own the province’s greatest traditional tunes. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). IH special world. Solitude clings to their bodies like a Catherine Major. Par-dessus bord. Fri. Oct. 14, 10:30 a.m. heavy burden. A winner of the Festival en chanson de Petite- Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i Fragmented Confabulations. Cristina Sitja Rubio. Galerie Port-Maurice (SLE). IH Vallée in 2002, the singer-songwriter Catherine Dec. 10, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 Major blurs the lines between established styles Eva. The songs of Marlena Dietrich and others. Collages of photocopies, old negatives and found Le thé: la boisson qui étanche toutes les soifs! but always delivers the essence of music by way An homage to Marlena Dietrich, the legendary photographs that invent new stories or continue old Dec. 15, 2005 – Jan. 29, 2006 of her entrancing voice, a sure touch on the , movie star and singer. Eva performs her songs in ones that never saw a conclusion. Rubio’s works are A look at the extraordinary history of tea. Legend and an exciting mix of French music, jazz and their original French, English or German versions. like snapshots of forgotten moments, the fragments says the first cup was brewed in China around world rhythms. Pierre Grimaud accompanies on piano. of letters never sent. 2700 B.C., when some leaves from a tea bush fell Mon. Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m. Tue. Oct. 18, 2 p.m. Maison de la culture du into Emperor Chen Nung’s drinking water. In this Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH exhibition you’ll discover the fascinating history, Sun. Nov. 20, 2 p.m. the grower countries, the different methods of Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Le cours des jours. Dumas. Tout près — So close. Fovea. production, the effects upon mind and body, and At the age of 25, Dumas is already seen as the Dec. 10, 2005 – Jan. 22, 2006 the social traditions involved with the world’s most Galant, tu perds ton temps. leader of the pack in the new wave of young singers An interactive public project generated by Fovea, a popular drink. Traditional songs a cappella. in Quebec. A performer who always seems to be at Montréal photo-artist collective. Since 2003, Fovea Maison de la culture A group of female performers who favour a crowd- centre stage these days, he’s received nothing but has mailed over 200 envelopes containing works Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). IH pleasing mix of witty, naive, joyous and tragic songs. accolades from critics and cheers from audiences by each artist in the collective. The recipients are The team of Patricia Beausoleil, Jacinthe Dubé, wherever he performs. other artists and groups who are invited to respond MV Art et D dans l’île. Multimedia installation. Évelyne Gélinas, and Mia Lacroix is accompanied by Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. with a new work of their own, in whatever form Jan. 10 – Feb. 19, 2006 Jean-François Berthiaume on percussion. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i they desire. The responses, more than 100 letters, A celebration of 1s and 0s courtesy of developers Thu. Sept. 29, 8 p.m. Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. artefacts, sketches, and photographs, are now on from the Society for Arts and Technology (SAT), Cité Rive, Phase 4 (RPM). i Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – display to the public. an avant-garde digital-research collective. They Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Maison de la culture du blend art and computer science using IP networks, Jérôme Minière chez Herri Kopter. Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH immersive environments, video and sound. Minière’s knack for surreal imagery and electronic M Réverbère. Charles Dubé. Featured artists: Jim Campbell (San Francisco), composition makes him a unique performer, with a A new presence on the Quebec stage, the young Char Davies, Martine Koutnouyan, Joseph Lefèvre, style both cheerful and dark, both heartbroken and singer-songwriter Charles Dubé brings you the

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Dumas. Mission baleines: Francesca Gagnon. photo: J.-F. Bérubé Les gardiens de la mémoire. entrancing poetry and melodies of his first , Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. À poil ou en habit. Réverbère. Talent, passion and authenticity are the Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Emmanuel Raulet and Pierre Olivier bring you watchwords for this rising star. Sun. Nov. 6, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i emotional ballads and zany satires driven along by Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. Mon. Nov. 7, 8 p.m. Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. swing, rock, Latin and reggae rhythms. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). , Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Fri. Dec. 9, 8 p.m. Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Trois fois Ferland. Jean-Pierre Ferland. Philémon. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , One of Quebec’s greatest singers and , A bright young star on the Quebec songwriting Dur et tendre. Claude Dubois. Ferland’s career has spanned more than 40 years. scene, Philémon Bergeron-Langlois inspires Always skilled at conveying delicate emotion and Marie-Thérèse Fortin chante Barbara! He’s now embarked on a farewell tour. Don’t miss audiences with original lyrics and bittersweet imaginative stories with great musical panache, An homage to the French singer Barbara, whose your chance to hear his classic tunes one last time! humour as he sings about his travels, encounters Claude Dubois performs songs from his most recent poetry and melodies have charmed generations of Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. and love affairs. Winner of the Prix Création at the album, as well as some earlier hits, with equal music lovers. Marie-Thérèse Fortin, an immensely Cégep André-Laurendeau, Cégeps en spectacle 2003, Quebec’s oldest and measures of passion and vocal intensity. Violin and talented actress and singer, brings to life the Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , most prestigious contest for student performers. piano in accompaniment. passionate flair of this legendary “lady in black,” Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. Fri. Dec. 9, 8 p.m. the last of a generation whose style evolved in the Christian Frappier à découvert. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Cégep André-Laurendeau, music-halls and cabarets of the 40s and 50s. The bass guitarist and composer Christian Frappier Wed. Nov. 30, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , Tue. Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m. brings us a slew of new songs about the risks of Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO) i Théâtre Outremont (OU). , love, the passage of time, and the celebration of Les Cowboys Fringants. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. life. A group of musical friends accompany him on Le bestiaire chansonnier de Philippe Noireaut. Another evening of neo-trad frenzy and scorching Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). , guitar, piano, drums, percussion and vocals. The pianist and composer Philippe Noireaut wit from Repentigny’s finest. Since the release of Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. performs an eclectic mix of tunes in the company their last album, the Cowboys have been keeping Comme au cinéma. Danielle Oddera. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, of Julien Grégoire on percussion and invented fans jumping on both sides of the Atlantic with their Masterful performances of classic film songs from Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i instruments, Guy Pelletier on flutes, Nicolas intense but accessible compositions. Quebec and abroad. Cousineau on cello, and Sven Meier on violin. Sat. Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 1:30 p.m. Un je-ne-sais-quoi. L’Ensemble Pax. Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Cégep André-Laurendeau, Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i A sensitive, moving and poetic creation from the Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , imagination of Jean Séguin, the noted singer- Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Nucléaire. Yann Perreau. songwriter. The main performer is Diane Hébert, a Perreau’s romantic wit, inventive poetry and singer who knows how to give life to fantasy. On Steve Hill. quirky alt-pop style guarantee his fans a uniquely stage, four seasoned musicians play twenty original If you were only to hear Steve Hill’s guitar, you’d film absorbing show. A great talent among Quebec’s pieces as well as a few standards from the jazz think he was a grizzled blues veteran. Despite Unless indicated othewise, films are presented emerging singer-songwriters. repertoire. being only thirty years old, his ten years of in French. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Sat. Nov. 12, 8 p.m. professional playing have given him a buoyant Cégep André-Laurendeau, Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i sound and outstandingly confident technique. He Les Voix de Kalkeri. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , brings formidable charisma and relentless energy Documentary by François Lemieux. Ginette. to every performance. A film about Young Musicians of the World, a Dan Bigras. Appearing like a breath of fresh air on the Quebec Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. non-profit organization without any religious or Dan Bigras has been a force in Quebec music for music scene, Ginette’s self-titled debut album was Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – political affiliation that teaches traditional music to nearly 20 years. From his beginnings as a regular nominated for an ADISQ award in 2004, and she Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , underprivileged children in southern India. Over a on the blues circuit, he’s grown to become a pillar hasn’t looked back since. A playful spirit, finely- period of two months, a team from Gadjo Dilo Films of the province’s rock scene. Now taking the stage crafted lyrics and subtle folk styles on guitar, piano Fête à la terre. Francesca Gagnon. followed the adventure of these youngsters trying alone, in a more intimate style of concert, the singer and mark her as a talent to watch for The original voice of the Cirque du Soleil’s Alegría to improve their lot in life. The filmmakers will attend leaves the audience no choice but to be transported years to come. Here she performs with a variety of keeps us charmed with magical sounds from her the screening. by his overpowering rhythms and passionate musical friends in accompaniment. new album, Hybride, and pays homage to two of her Mon. Sept. 19, 7 p.m. lyrics. Thu. Nov. 17, 8 p.m. great artistic influences. Gagnon’s rich alto climbs Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i dizzying heights of emotion and mystery. Studio 2 (RPP). i Cégep André-Laurendeau, Tue. Nov. 22, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , Jusqu’au Lever du jour. Paule-Andrée Cassidy. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Les Trois Mousquetaires. Silent film set to music. An escape to the theatrical song styles of the thirties, The pianist and composer Philippe Noireaut Le petit bal perdu. In collaboration with Coup de forties and fifties, with Cassidy helping us to relive Vincent Vallières. performs a live, improvised soundtrack for the coeur francophone 2005. some classic songs by Brel, Ferré, Vigneault, and Since playing at the Francofolies in Montréal and first three episodes of Henri Diamant-Berger’s A journey into the lyrical universe of Bourvil, one Sylvestre. Some newer Quebec talents also show receiving an ADISQ nomination, this songwriter’s 1921 adaptation of the classic novel by Alexandre of France’s great actors and songwriters of the last up on her set list: Marie-Christine Lê-Huu, Tomás talent has become an open secret. A skilled singer, Dumas. century. On stage we see a shadowy café; the bar Jensen, and Sophie Anctil, to name a few. musician and storyteller, Vallières has a natural gift Part 1, Mon. Sept. 26, 7 p.m. is tended by a wistful, somewhat naïve singer who Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. for lyrics and intense rhythms. Part 2, Mon. Oct. 3, 7 p.m. pours out an intoxicating mixture of nostalgia and Cité Rive, Phase 4 (RPM). i Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Cinéma Beaubien (RPP). i laughter. Thu. Nov. 24, 8 p.m. Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). , Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i i pass required , admission fee 7 shows Le cas Howard Philips Lovecraft.

V Rencontres internationales Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. 2 Faces of the Hand/The Ring. colourful portrait of human society in this fragile du documentaire de Montréal. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Part of an exhibition with the Regroupement des corner of paradise. The director will attend the Three short films on the programme. “En attendant Mon. Nov. 14, 7 p.m. artists canadiens-hongrois (RACH), this double screening (102 min.). Also: a silent animated short la pluie” (Catherine Veaux-Logeat) retraces the Cinéma Beaubien (RPP). i programme will be screened with the director Tamás entitled “Yo 119C0103016” (2 min.). John Weldon events of the summer of 2003, in France, when one Tue. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. Wormser in attendance. “Faces of the Hand” takes and the composer Chris Crilly revisit the Old of the worst heat waves in history left thousands Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH you on a visual journey through different cultures Testament notion of “an eye for an eye,” making the of senior citizens dead. “L’homme et la montagne” Wed. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. and human experiences to show the many faces punishment fit the crime. (Julien Fréchette) follows the story of a former Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i of our hands: working, communicating, creating Tue. Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m. soldier in the Canadian army, now retired and music, expressing our sensuality. “The Ring,” Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i living in the woods. “La Traversée de David” (Marie V Amelia. Directed by Édouard Lock. an experimental work of “silence-fiction” in the Léveillé) analyzes the state of racism in Quebec Originally conceived for the stage and brilliantly European tradition of magic realism, is inspired by V Mémoires affectives. after 50 years of efforts to root out prejudice. adapted for film, the multi-award winning Amelia a legend about Charlemagne. The film depicts an Directed by Francis Leclerc. Wed. Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. is a rapid-fire, visually exquisite combination ageing, disillusioned king who falls under the spell Alexandre Tourneur, 41 years old, has just awoken Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i of form and movement. The work is set entirely of a magic ring. Silent film with English and French from a long coma. But he still suffers from a badly Mon. Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. within a four-sided wooden box with curved joints, insert titles. damaged memory. In his quest to remember who he Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i designed to envelop the performers, where the Wed. Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m. was, he risks breaking a solemn promise made long Mon. Nov. 24, 7:30 p.m. camera becomes another body to manipulate, to Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i ago. With Roy Dupuis, Maka Kotto, Benoit Gouin and Théâtre Outremont (OU) , choreograph. The result is electrifying: dancers Francis Leclerc. The director and one of the cast will fly across the screen, creating a tableau of visual Médecine sous influence. L’ONF à la maison. attend the screening. Oïo. Directed by Simon Goulet. poetry in this skilfully edited cinematographic This documentary tackles a taboo subject: the tragic Wed. Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. A fascinating alliance between liquid painting and masterpiece. Produced by La La La Human Steps. effects of life-sustaining medical treatment on Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i cinematography, this “canvas in motion” features Wed. Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. infants. Lina B. Moreco’s powerful film denounces Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. 540 litres of paint, 56 colours, 7,000 metres of film, Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i the lack of support offered to science’s little Maison de la culture 33,000 digitized images, 360 frames per second, Mon. Nov. 21, 7 p.m. “miracles.” Once saved, the children are more or Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i one catapult, and a whole lot of passion. Cinéma Beaubien (RPP). i less left to their fate by a medical system that does Tue. Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Thu. Sept. 29, 8 p.m. Thu. Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. not give them the therapy needed to improve their Saint-Léonard Library (SLE). i Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i quality of life and develop to their fullest potential. Wed. Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. Screened with the director in attendance. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Québécois tout court. Le petit Jean-Pierre, le grand Perreault. Thu. Oct. 20, 7:30 p.m. Des courts qui en disent long – Prise 9. Short films. L’ONF à la maison. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH Tanguy. Projection with descriptive video. A new compilation of short Quebec films assembled Jean-Pierre Perreault re-invented the art of sound The Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), by Silence on court! Michel Coulombe will host a dance, and thanks to his unique vision left an 2 Don Quixote. Directed by Peter Yates. Quebec Division. meeting between the audience and the directors of indelible mark on the world of choreography. Paule Somewhere in the world outside Don Quixote’s An Étienne Chatiliez film from 2002. Tanguy is a each selection. Presented in collaboration with the Baillargeon interviewed the creator of “Joe” soon library there is a higher calling, a nobler ambition. graduate student in his late twenties. He still lives National Film Board of Canada (NFB). before his death in December 2002. Her intimate He’s sure because he’s read so in books about at home, in his parents’ Paris apartment. They Fri. Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. portrait of an artist who was inspired by the chivalry. So he adorns himself in armour, takes up a secretly want him out, but no matter how they try to Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i “real world” features choreography, photographs, makeshift lance and rides off to set the world aright. persuade him, he just won’t leave! (Screened with Thu. Oct. 13, 8 p.m. drawings and paintings by this versatile creator. With John Lithgow, Bob Hoskins, Vanessa Williams audio commentary for people with impaired vision.) Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i Screened in the company of the director. and Isabella Rossellini. In English with Spanish Sun. Nov. 6, 2 p.m. Wed. Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. subtitles. Screened in celebration of the 400 years Maison de la culture À propos de Nice. Directed by Jean Vigo. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i since Don Quixote was first published. du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). IH In honour of the 100 years since the birth of Jean Wed. Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. Vigo, the master filmmaker from France, Ciné- Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH La lecture, quelle histoire! / L’héritage de Monsieur Outremont will screen “À propos de Nice.” Also, Le Mergler / Une artiste. L’ONF à la maison. Nouvel Ensemble Moderne will perform the American Paroles d’exclus. Documentary by Patrice Rodriguez. El Caballero Don Quijote. Three short films about the arts. “La lecture, quelle première of a François Petit composition written to Filmed in Quebec, Argentina and Brazil in 2005, Directed by Manuel Gutierrez Aragon. histoire!” is designed to encourage family reading, accompany projections of the film. Madame Luce this documentary illustrates three different ways of An adaptation of the second volume of Don and features a storyteller, Adeline, who teaches two Vigo, daughter of the director and president of the resisting economic and social exclusion by revealing Quixote’s adventures, featuring Juan Luis Galiardo, inhibited parents how to read stories to their son. Association Prix Jean Vigo, will attend. the daily struggles and aspirations of marginalized Carlos Iglesias and Marta Etura. In Spanish with “L’héritage de Monsieur Mergler” is a passionate Mon. Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. people in search of their rights as citizens. French subtitles. Screened in celebration of the 400 meditation on the power of music. “Une artiste” tells Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Mon. Oct. 17, 5 p.m. years since Don Quixote was first published. the story of a little girl whose father scolds her for Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i Fri. Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m. loving music too much. Mission baleines: les gardiens de la mémoire. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH Sun. Nov. 6, 8 p.m. L’ONF à la maison. L’Atlantide. Silent film set to music. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i A passionate scientific study of the right whales of The pianist and composer Philippe Noireaut performs Le temps des Madelinots. L’ONF à la maison. the North Atlantic, a species in extreme danger of a live, improvised soundtrack for “L’Atlantide,” a A uniquely insightful look at life on the Magdalen La chute de la maison Usher. Silent film set to music. becoming extinct. One of the filmmakers will attend 1920 silent film by Jacques Feyder. Islands. The filmmaker Richard Lavoie spent seven The pianist and composer Philippe Noireaut the screening. Mon. Oct. 17, 7 p.m. months living with a group of islanders whose performs a live, improvised soundtrack for this Cinéma Beaubien (RPP). i struggles and courage create a fascinating and 1928 adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale,

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Contes d’enfants réels. Le Carrousel, compagnie de théâtre. Mémoires affectives. La Traversée de David. photo: François-Xavier Gaudreault.

“The Fall of the House of Usher.” Directed in 1928 The film’s director brings out the individuality of so- and re-enactments of certain events, Léa Pool Scary Selections. Mon. Oct. 17, 8 p.m. by Jean Epstein with assistance from the surrealist called “problem” students and shows how success paints a cinematic portrait of the Quebec novelist Tales for Adults. Wed. Nov. 16, 8 p.m. master Luis Buñuel. can be measured better by the development of Gabrielle Roy. It follows her unique voyage from Holiday Season Classics. Thu. Dec. 15, 8 p.m. Mon. Nov. 7, 7 p.m. self-respect than by sterile grading systems. life in Saint-Boniface, Manitoba, to international Maison du Pressoir (AC). i Cinéma Beaubien (RPP). i Produced in collaboration with the National Film stardom in 1947 as author of the landmark novel Board of Canada (NFB). Screened with the director “The Tin Flute.” 2 Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Les Passeurs. Directed by Hejer Charf. in attendance. Sun. Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Gala Opening Concert. Guests: Mats Rehnman Fictional characters Ulysse, Maya, Adam, Barbara Wed. Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i (Sweden), Gerry Gray (Toronto), Anita Best and Thomas pace Montréal’s St-Laurent Boulevard, Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Sun. Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. (Newfoundland), David Ambrose (Wales). attuned to the stories of the real people they meet: Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Fri. Oct. 21, 8 p.m. a Haitian Innu, a punk rocker, a pale-skinned Cree, L’agronome. Directed by Jonathan Demme. Family Concert. Guests: a Laotian theology student, a Hassidic couple, an A portrait of Jean Léopold Dominique, a pioneer of V Les Mains du monde. Anita Best (Newfoundland), Gerry Gray (Toronto). elderly matron. As the young wanderers absorb the independent journalism and a committed defender Directed by Anaïs Barbeau-Lavalette. Rencontres Sat. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. rhythm of every overheard language, they begin to of human rights in Haiti. Filmed over a period of internationales du documentaire de Montréal. Evening Concert. understand more closely how each person cobbles 15 years, this documentary unveils the history A simple and touching documentary about the Solo performance by Mats Rehnman (Sweden). together an identity as a Quebecer. of the Haitian people: the coups d’état, violence, nature of charity. To escape their own solitude, the Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. Thu. Nov. 10, 8 p.m. and censorship; and the brave desire for liberty six subjects of the film donate some of their time to Gala Evening of Storytelling. Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i personified by Dominique, an inspiring example of people in need. Their mutual assistance becomes a Guests: Rita Cox, Charly Chiarelli, Dale Jarvis. perseverance, solidarity, and proud resistance. In way of shouldering the burdens of life. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. V Cyrano de Bergerac and I Musici de Montréal. English with French subtitles. Tue. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Silent film set to music. Thu. Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m. Saint-Léonard Library (SLE). i Under the direction of Yuli Turovsky, this musical Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH Contes pour la paix dans le monde. screening of Augusto Genina’s 1922 version Noël Blues. Short films. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. revives the lost magic of Silent Era films and V Transit. Groupe Intervention Vidéo (GIV). Silence, on court! presents a programme of 11 short An evening programme of four different storytellers recalls the central role of music in early cinema. Founded in 1975, Groupe Intervention Vidéo films about Christmas frustrations and hangovers. from different parts of the world. Ben Zimet draws The title character, Cyrano de Bergerac, is a joyous (GIV) is a centre for the production, distribution A little bit of fantasy, cynicism and politically his songs and stories from the deep well of Hebrew and witty poet, a leader filled with charisma and and broadcast of independent films by women. incorrect humour in celebration of our hardest- folklore. The Cuban storyteller Coralia Rodrigez bravado in seventeenth-century France. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the GIV invites working holiday. Screened with the director or a recounts tales passed down through the Afro- Sun. Nov. 13, 2:30 p.m. you along for a fascinating look at contributions crew member in attendance. Cuban oral tradition. Versed in the traditional tales Polyvalente de Pierrefonds (PS). , by women to the evolution of cinematic arts and Wed. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. and legends of the Basque Country, Koldo Amestoy technological innovation. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i also describes modern life with a knack for irony V Le cas H.P. Lovecraft. Tue. Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m. and mischief. Michel Faubert, from Quebec, is a International Festival of Films on Art (FIFA). Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i storyteller and musician whose playful sense of Pierre Trividic and Patrick-Mario Bernard directed timing makes for surreal situations. this literary and biographic portrait of the mystical V Being Osama/La traversée de David. storytelling Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. American writer Howard Phillips Lovecraft (1890– These two documentary films explore the problem Unless indicated otherwise, stories are presented Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i 1937), a follower and reformer of gothic tradition, of racism and the definition of national, cultural and in French. and a master of modern fantasy literature. ethnic identity. What is the state of racism in Quebec Presença. Christèle Pimenta. Sun. Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. after 50 years of efforts to root out prejudice? What Contes d’enfants réels. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH have we accomplished? A meeting and discussion Public reading. Journées de la culture. Pimenta’s family is a mix of French and Portuguese with the filmmakers will follow the screenings. “Tales of Real Children” – these are children and heritage, and she seems to have inherited the flair Marron, la piste créole en Amérique. Wed. Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m. adults, face to face, back to back, in situations of both cultures for the spoken word. In “Presença” Directed by André Gladu. L’ONF à la maison. Library (DID). that swing back and forth between the playful and she tells the story of a small village in the mountains A film that shows us a little-known side of i for members and , for non-members. the tragic, the unusual and the everyday, dream whose inhabitants struggle to eke out a living from America, the black francophone Creole culture of and reality, poetry and theatre. Produced by Le small farms that cling desperately to the slopes. southwestern Louisiana. We see a people fighting to V Un modèle pour Matisse: histoire de la chapelle Carrousel theatre company. Routine existences, great tragedies and black magic ensure the survival of their complex heritage, much du Rosaire à Vence. International Festival of Films Sun. Oct. 2, 2 p.m. are all woven together in the life of a community as their ancestors struggled for dignity under the on Art (FIFA). Kirkland Library (KI). IH where secrets are gobbled up faster than the rain harsh conditions of early American slave society. The passionate and little-known story of Matisse’s on its dry fields. Screened with the director in attendance. friendship and possible love affair with Sister Les veillées de la pleine lune. Sun. Oct. 23, 3 p.m. Tue. Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Jacques-Marie. Born Monique Bourgeois, she was With Stéphane Tessier. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH his nurse before becoming a model for paintings by Stéphane Tessier has been telling stories for nearly Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. this master painter, the leader of the Fauvist school. ten years, and he’s amassed quite a repertoire of Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i 538 fois la vie. Directed by Céline Baril. Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. tales. Come enjoy some riveting yarns about P’tit Sun. Oct. 30, 2 p.m. L’ONF à la maison. Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i Jean, the Devil, werewolves, woodcutters and Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i A sensitive and courageous film about life as a other legendary characters or beasts in the Quebec student in Quebec’s secondary schools. “538” is the V Gabrielle Roy. tradition. number of students enrolled at École Pierre-Dupuy, International Festival of Films on Art (FIFA). in the Sainte-Marie neighbourhood of Montréal. On the strength of oral histories, archival documents

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Koldo Amestoy (Basque Country). Folies Berbères. Hamed Bouzzine. Paroles de femmes — Les fileuses. overcome past traumas and find their way in Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. the world. Versed in the traditional tales and legends of the A native of a Berber tribe in Morocco, on the borders Éveline Ménard tells stories and Sophie Pomerleau Thu. Nov. 3, 6 p.m. Basque Country, Koldo Amestoy also describes of the Tuareg world, Bouzzine is a storyteller and sings in this special performance inspired by the Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i modern life with a knack for irony and mischief. Part musician inspired by the myths of North Africa and tradition of threads, fairies, and the legends that of celebrations in honour of the 400 years since by the folklore of Mauritania and Arabia. connect them, in which a spinning wheel is often Don Quixote was first published. Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. the central symbol. Claudette L’Heureux, Stéphanie Tue. Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Bénéteau, Petronella van Dijk and Nadine Walsh, dance Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. four well-known storytellers, bring their spools in Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i support. L’arbre à palabres. Hassane Kassi Kouyaté. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Jil et Yields. Choreographic poem for hands Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Une veillée pour Honoré Beaugrand. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i percussion, and water. Danse Kalashas. A native of Burkina Faso, and part of a family of Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Combining music, dance and theatre in a fragile griots (the bards of West Africa), Hassane Kassi An evening of tributes to Honoré Beaugrand Les Vieux m’ont conté. balance, this choreography is guided by a protean Kouyaté relates initiatory tales full of comedy and (1848–1906), traveller, journalist, politician and Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. figure, akin to that of the chorus leader in Greek wisdom. His clever use of gesture and interaction one of Quebec’s most important writers of the Four storytellers (Claudette L’Heureux, Stéphanie tragedy, who is transformed through five intense with the public make the audience part of the show. nineteenth century. The host, Jocelyn Bérubé, Bénéteau, Marc Roberge and André Lemelin) and colourful episodes of movement and music Tue. Oct. 25, 8 p.m. and various other storytellers will tell legends and will recite some of their favourite stories in the for percussion. Richard Tremblay, choreography; Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i stories chosen from Beaugrand’s works. repertoire established by Father Germain Lemieux, Sophie Janssens, dance; Bruno Paquet, music; Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. the celebrated folklorist, teacher and ethnologist, Jean-Guy Lecat, set design and lighting. Les Histoires: chants et contes Yiddish. Ben Zimet. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM).i and will discuss different aspects of his career. Fri. Sept. 16, 8 p.m. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Stories and songs by a great authority on Hommage à Andersen. Cité Rive, Phase 4 (RPM). i “Yiddishland,” the borderless nation adored by Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Him – Them. Wally Cardona (United States). Kafka which once stretched from the Black Sea To celebrate 200 years since the birth of the Danish 2 Stories of an Italian Immigrant. Festival Transatlantique. all the way north to Lithuania, and whose cultural writer Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875), the Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. The first solo choreography that Wally Cardona has vitality still inspires millions around the globe. Quebec storytellers Anne-Marie Aubin and Alain Solo performance by Charly Chiarelli. allowed himself in years, “Him” is driven along by a Tue. Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Charpentier, with a musician in accompaniment, will Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. wall of atmospheric sound generated by nine snare Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i help you discover some of his lesser known stories. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i drums played in a military style. “Them” features the Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. duet of Kathryn Sanders and Cardona performing to V Loups-Garous. Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i Une Veillée celtique. Romulo Gaitan’s “Recorded Music Mix” featuring An evening of werewolves. Four storytellers tell Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Jane (Brooklyn) and Autopoieses (Germany). traditional stories, adaptations of legends, and Hommage à Kim Yaroschevskaya, Franfreluche. The storytellers Mike Burns (Ireland) and Brigitte Mon. Sept. 19, 8 p.m. original tales about the full moon’s favourite Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Fauchoux (Brittany) join forces with the singer Tue. Sept. 20, 8 p.m. changeling. With Jean-Marc Massie, Mike Burns, The character of Franfreluche has been a part Martin Tillet (Ireland) and the musician Kirk Collège de Maisonneuve, Paul Bradley and Nadine Walsh. of the Québécois imagination for generations. McGeachy (Scotland) in a tribute to the continuing Salle Sylvain-Lelièvre (MHM). , Tue. Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Accompanied by a musician, Kim Yaroschevskaya vitality of Gaelic culture. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i will read stories from her large repertoire. The host Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. La nuit remue. Jacquette de Bussac (France). Sun. Oct. 30, 2 p.m. Claudette L’Heureux and Renée Robitaille will also Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Festival Transatlantique. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i have a turn at telling some of the stories which Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Inspired by the photography of Francesca influenced them as children. Woodman, a young American artist, this solo show Rachid Akbal. Algerian stories. Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Closing Gala. highlights the female body through a complex Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. study of materials, scenery, fabrics, papers, mirrors, Wed. Oct. 26, 7 p.m. Fred Pellerin hosts the final evening of the Quebec windows, and lights, all thrown together in strange Bibliothèque Henri-Bourassa (MN). IH Légendaire Afrique. Contes pour la paix dans le Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Featured game of hide-and-seek that tries to recapture the monde. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. storytellers: Ben Zimet (Eastern Europe), Hamed poetic surrealism of Woodman’s photographs. Contes érotiques des Mille et une nuits. The storyteller and musician Hamed Bouzzine, a Bouzzine (Morocco) and Christèle Pimenta Wed. Sept. 21, 8 p.m. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. native Berber from Morocco, is inspired by the (Portugal). Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). , Stéphanie Bénéteau and Myriame El Yamani myths of North Africa and the folklore of Mauritania Sun. Oct. 30, 8 p.m. bring you an evening of lyrical and ribald stories and Arabia. The Algerian storyteller Rachid Akbala Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Speed. Suzanne Miller and Alan Paivio Productions in the Arabian tradition. With Middle Eastern is known for his generous spirit and voluble style; (Quebec). Festival Transatlantique. musical accompaniment, on the oud, by Mohamed he uses comedy, irony and poetry to keep listeners Omi Mouna. Salon de la culture du A duet that evolves through a series of movements Masmoudi. rooted to their seats. Hassane Kassi Kouyaté is Festival du monde arabe de Montréal. presented at completely different speeds. The Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. from Burkina Faso, born into a family of griots (the Mohsen leaves Montréal for Tunis. He wants to disjointed mechanics of this creative approach Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, bards of West Africa). His initiatory tales are full of produce a documentary about the incredible life of reveal how the speed of a gesture can influence Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i humour and wisdom, and often use interaction to his 100-year-old great-grandmother, Omi Mouna, its meaning. make the audience part of the show. who defied her era and battled for her rights and Thu. Sept. 22, 8 p.m. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. freedoms. A poetic narrative performance about Collège de Maisonneuve, Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i the extraordinary desire of men and women to Salle Sylvain-Lelièvre (MHM). ,

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Descente de croix. Coleman Lemieux & Cie. Un étranger. Monsieur. Création Caféine. Jean-Thomas Jobin. photo: Michael Slobodian photo: Rolline Laporte photo: Christine Côté. photo: Yves Renaud.

Bésame el cactus. Sol Pico (Spain). Trivium Express. Les ManieZurbaines. comedy Festival Transatlantique. After spending a year in India to research the dances Les ManieZurbaines bring you a performance Presented in French. Bésame el cactus (Kiss me Cactus) features a series and music of the subcontinent, Julie Beaulieu and of your own urban follies and obsessions: the of highly intense scenes governed by the major Jonathan Voyer welcome you aboard the Trivium desperate search for beauty, manic laughter, C’est quoi le bonheur? Stéphane Rousseau. themes of risk and fear. A daring, exhilarating Express for a marvellous, vertigo-filled ride along nervous tics, over-consumption, despair, hope, This popular humorist can crack an audience up performance filled with humour and energy. the Bombay–Montréal connection. The theme of staring, fast food and other delights of modern life. in all sort of ways: monologues, songs, dances, Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. Beaulieu’s choreography is non-violence. Voyer Choreography by Catherine Castonguay. sketches and bizarre impersonations. Sat. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. accompanies her on traditional Indian instruments. Wed. Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m. Sat. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). , Thu. Oct. 13, 8 p.m. Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Cégep André-Laurendeau, Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i La Troupe Folklorique Grecque Syrtaki. Fri. Oct. 21, 8 p.m. Trio métal. Morency Live. François Morency. Folk dancing. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i A trio formed by two actors (Gary Boudreault and A dangerously witty comic who finds inspiration for More than twenty dancers of Greek origin fill the Tue. Nov. 8, 8 p.m. Daniel Parent) and a dancer (Marc Boivin) who his trenchant humour in current events: the judicial stage for an exciting presentation of the traditional Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i perform according to some “weighty” aesthetic system, militancy, the corporate world, the United choreography, music and costumes of several principles cherished by the show’s choreographer States, our daily dreams, our modern values. He has different regions in Greece. V Monsieur. Produced by Création Caféine. Catherine Tardif. The entire soundtrack is inspired a knack for finding the joke and the lesson in every Sat. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. The choreographer Estelle Clareton uses metaphors by a repertoire of classic heavy metal. The rough situation. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, from the sport of boxing to dramatize this profile of aesthetics of the choreography are complemented Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i a male dancer who, at the end of his career, finds by a minimalist approach to stage design. Produced Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – himself locked in battle with his body and his art. by the Et Marianne et Simon theatre company. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Un étranger. Sylvain Lafortune and Julie Marcil perform. Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. Guylaine Savoie returns to the stage with a Fri. Oct. 21, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Jean-Marc Parent. shadow for company; is it a real intruder or some (Discussion with one of the company at 7 p.m. After Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. A completely new show, but Parent still possesses hallucination inspired by his fear-crazed mind? A the show: a meeting with the dancers.) Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i the subtlety, intelligence and unpredictability performance by Guylaine Savoie with the actor and Salle Pauline-Julien (ISS). , that have delighted fans in the past. A benefit dancer Peter James. Presented by Danse-Cité as Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. STOP… performance for the Fondation Sault-St-Louis. part of the Traces-hors-sentier series. Co-produced Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i A new creation from Nadine Thouin’s Go-On Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. by Les productions de la Gorgone. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Productions. The show unites dance, video and Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Sat. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i music: “Hope permeates this creation filled with Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. our constant struggles and conflicts. In a striptease Thu. Oct. 6, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i of the soul, the artist unveils her innermost heart. Laurent Paquin. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Thu. Nov. 17, 8 p.m. STOP… is an eternal departure.” A discussion with The première of his second show. Paquin’s Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (RPM). i the creators follows the performance. originality, honesty and incredible wordplay will V Descente de croix. Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. Thu. Dec. 1, 8 p.m. leave your ribs aching and your mind enchanted. Coleman Lemieux & compagnie. Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. A dramatization of the Biblical events surrounding Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Christ’s final days. Elegant and emotional modern Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Barbe Bleue. A Cas Public production. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. ballet performed to the powerful music of Pergolesi’s Thu. Nov. 24, 8 p.m. The traditional story of Bluebeard, performed Sat. Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Stabat Mater. Choreography by Edward Hillyer. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i with highly contemporary resonances. The Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Thu. Sept. 29, 8 p.m. Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. choreographer Hélène Blackburn merges different Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Cégep André-Laurendeau, forms of language (signed, spoken, invented, Thu. Oct. 6, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , written and danced) into a kaleidoscope of dance, Christopher Williams. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i theatre, and amazing effects. An interactive show that has Williams, along with Fri. Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. Les Songe-Creux. Wed. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. several guests, presenting the best moments from Cégep Saint-Laurent, Salle Émile-Legault (SLA). , A highly imaginative work of dance-theatre Théâtre Outremont (OU). , his regular routines on Mercredis Juste pour rire. produced entirely through French and Québécois Expect an explosive performance of mimicry, noise Malambo Fusion. Flamenco music and dancing. partnership. Creators and performers from each side V Xspectacle (The Stolen Show). and crazier-than-crazy stories. An intensely rhythmic show in which Argentine of the Atlantic have pooled their talents for the first Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal. Fri. Nov. 11, 1:30 p.m. folk dances and drums (boleadora, zapateo, bombo) time to bring you an exciting show in which irony A show that reflects the new hybrid identity Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – are wedded to Spanish flamenco by performers and absurdity clash with the ups and downs of real of [bjm_danse], formerly Les Ballets Jazz de Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , who celebrate these rich cultural traditions with life. Marie-Eve Carrière, Céline Giachero, Charline Montréal. Fascinated by the enigmatic opposition of irresistible flair. Peugeot, Soula Trougakos, Arnaud Baldaquin and high-culture art forms and popular entertainment, Mike Ward. Haïssable. Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. Dominic Caron appear on stage. Choreography by the choreographer Crystal Pite has created a For someone putting on a first solo show, Mike Ward Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Christophe Garcia. Stage direction by Stéphanie freewheeling dance-theatre show that marries seems to know all the ropes. When he isn’t tugging Chaudesaigues. elegant aesthetics to zany kitsch. at your heartstrings, he’s splitting your sides with his Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. Thu. Jan. 12, 2006, 8 p.m. distinct brand of satire. Expect all new material! Sat. Nov. 5, 3 p.m. Saidye Bronfman Centre (CN). i Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Sun. Jan. 15, 2006, 8 p.m. Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (MN). , Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , i pass required , admission fee V events presented by the Conseil des arts de Montréal en tournée 11 shows L’Ensemble Amati reçoit Alexandre Da Costa. photo: Oliver Ottenschlaeger

Prêtez-moi une oreille à tentative. and winner of numerous international prizes, V Stabat Mater. Arvo Pärt. Trio Hochelaga. Productions Universol. will be your guide for an unforgettable concert Studio de musique ancienne de Montréal. A trio founded in January 2000 by three virtuoso In the age of mass communications, there’s any experience. Heavily influenced by rediscovered Renaissance musicians. They invite you to join them for a number of ways to speak and be understood. But Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. works and the liturgical styles of the Russian passionate celebration of French chamber music. Sol, well, he likes to keep things simple. All he asks Église Jean XXIII (AN). , Orthodox Church, the Estonian composer Arvo Anne Robert, violin, Benoit Loiselle, cello, and us to do is lend him our ears for a little while. Pärt achieved renown by brilliantly integrating the Stéphane Lemelin, piano. Works by Maurice Ravel Sun. Nov. 13, 8 p.m. Complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in distinct tones of this religious music into many of his and Théodore Dubois. Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (MN). , 16 recitals. Marc-André Doran, organ. First recital. compositions. A concert produced in collaboration Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. A series of performances to unfold between with the Festival Orgue et couleurs. Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Josée Boudreault. September 2005 and May 2007, with one recital Sat. Oct. 1, 8 p.m. Chapelle Saint-Louis (PM). i A benefit performance for the Fondation Sault-St- each month, eventually covering all of J.S. Bach’s Église Saint-Nom-de-Jésus (MHM). , Louis. This stand-up’s blunt speaking-style, lively compositions for organ. This first recital will feature Fri. Oct. 14, 8 p.m. Midi-musique. Ronney Michael, piano. stage presence and impeccable timing make her preludes, fugues, chorales, toccatas and fantasias Église Saint-Irénée (SO). i Wed. Oct. 12, 12 p.m. a comic force to be reckoned with. She improvises that highlight Bach’s brilliant mastery of diverse Sun. Oct. 16, 3 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH fearlessly and attacks the foibles of daily life with musical forms. Église de la Visitation (AC). IH a vengeance. Sun. Sept. 25, 3 p.m. Tue. Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m. Concert Intime. Érick Boucher, Manon Carignan. Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. Église de la Visitation (AC). IH Église Saint-Sixte (SLA). , Érick Boucher, saxophone; Manon Carignan, piano. Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – On the programme: Sonata by Bernhart Heiden, Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Nina De Sole. V Doulce mémoire. Les Voix Humaines. Cronopios Polares by Manuel Ramos, Cadenza by Bach, Boyvin, Marchand, Correa de Araujo, The performers of Les Voix Humaines (Margaret Lucie Robert, Divertimento by Charles Wuorinen. Dany Raymond. Frescobaldi. Little, Susie Napper, Elin Söderström, Mélisande Wed. Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. A new voice on the comedy stage, Dany Raymond Sun. Sept. 25, 3 p.m. Corriveau, Matthew Jennejohn and Anaïs Haynes) Galerie d’art d’Outremont (OU). , presents his very first show. And it’s hilarious. Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens (LA). IH present a concert of Spanish and English music Script and stage direction by Pierre Légaré. from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Trio di Colore. Chamber music. Fri. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. Summer concert series. Operatic concert with Featured instruments: cornet, viola da gamba, Guy Yehuda, clarinet; Yoval Gotligovitch, viola; Cégep André-Laurendeau, Chantal Richard. Les Saints-Anges en musique. Baroque harp. Jimmy Brière, piano. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , Wed. Sept. 28, 12 p.m. Sun. Oct. 2, 11 a.m. Thu. Oct. 13, 8 p.m. Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens (LA). IH L’Île-Bizard Library (ISS). , Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Wed. Oct. 12, 8 p.m. V Mahler, grandiose. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Chamber music. Lucille Chung and Alessio Bax, & opera Orchestre Métropolitain du Grand Montréal. Fri. Oct. 14, 8 p.m. piano for four hands. Gustav Mahler, Symphony No. 9 in D Major, under Église Jean XXIII (AN). , Fri. Oct. 14, 8 p.m. Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor. For the first Sat. Oct. 15, 8 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i V Pentaèdre. Die Winterreise by Schubert. time since it began its landmark Mahler cycle in Auditorium Le Prévost (CN). i The music of Schubert’s famous song cycle arran- 2001, the Orchestre Métropolitain juxtaposes Sun. Oct. 16, 11 a.m. Au bord du Danube. ged by Normand Forget. One is never quite the the visionary music of this composer with works Dorval Cultural Centre (DID). , Poetry and classical music from Hungary. same after hearing the passionate vigour and from our own time, created almost a century later. A concert to celebrate the opening of an exhibition heartbreaking subtlety of this music; and it takes François Paris, a French composer, participates in In concert. by the Regroupement des artists canadiens- a brave musician to climb such challenging artistic collaboration with the Nouvel Ensemble Moderne. A Yegor Dyachkov, cello; Jean Saulnier, piano. hongrois (RACH). On the programme: works by heights. With the director Normand Forget, oboe, concert produced in collaboration with the Festival Works by Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev. László Borsody, Raphael Dressel, Béla Bartók Martin Carpentier, clarinet, Louis-Philippe Marsolais, Orgue et couleurs. Sun. Oct. 2, 3:30 p.m. and Zoltán Kodály. Featured performers: Ábel French horn, Danièle Bourget, flute, Mathieu Wed. Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Nagytóthy-Tóth, guitar, Veronika Rönkös, cello, Lussier, bassoon, and Joseph Petric, accordion. Église Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs (VE). , and Miklós Takács, piano. During the interludes, Thu. Sept. 15, 2 p.m. Sun. Oct. 2, 3 p.m. V Works by Vivaldi. Ensemble Arion. Bobo Vian will recite Hungarian poetry from the Eleanor London Public Library (CHM). , Église Saint-Nom-de-Jésus (MHM). , Ensemble Arion perform a recital of works by one twentieth century. Tue. Oct. 4, 8 p.m. of chamber music’s greatest luminaries, Antonio Sat. Oct. 15, 5 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Les Démons de la valse. Vivaldi. Two magnificent concertos will feature two Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Société de musique viennoise du Québec. exceptional soloists: Claire Guimond, flute, and Summer concert series. Florence Leyssieux. To mark the 200 years since Johann Strauss was Mathieu Lussier, bassoons. Nine musicians on stage. Les rendez-vous du dimanche. Marc Grauwel, flute; Les Saints-Anges en musique. born, seven musicians and two dancers take us Mon. Oct. 3, 8 p.m. Marie-Josée Simard, percussion. Wed. Sept. 21, 12 p.m. back to the golden age of Vienna when its waltzes Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Works by Pärt, Young, Piazzolla, Lysight, and Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens (LA). IH conquered salons all over Europe. The concert will Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. Shankar. be accompanied by a screen projection depicting St. Joachim of Pointe-Claire Church (PC). , Sun. Oct. 16, 3:30 p.m. Guitarra Diabolica. Patrick Kearney, guitarist. various aspects of life in nineteenth-century Fri. Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i A capriciously romantic voyage into some of the Austria. Dollard-des-Ormeaux Civic Centre (DR). IH most passionate works in the classical guitar’s Thu. Sept. 29, 1:30 p.m. Sun. Dec. 11, 3 p.m. repertoire. Patrick Kearney, a native Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Tue. Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. Eleanor London Public Library (CHM). ,

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Gregorian chants. Satie compositions. V De Castille à Samarkand. Concert and lecture. I Musici de Montréal. Feast of St. Ursula and the 11,000 virgins. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Ensemble Constantinople. Persian music. Yuli Turovski, conductor. A traditional choral liturgy performed by Montréal’s Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , A concert that follows the musical landscapes of Sat. Nov. 12, 3 p.m. Schola Saint Grégoire. the Silk Road, featuring original arrangements of Sat. Dec. 10, 3 p.m. Thu. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. Dialogues à la Chapelle. Le Quatuor Molinari. music from Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Armenia Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Olga Ranzenhofer, first violin; Johannes Jansonius, and Persia in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. second violin; Jasmine Schnarr, viola; Julie With Guy Ross, Ziya Tabassian, Matthew Jennejohn Café espagnol, café brésilien… café cubain! Les samedis à la carte. Carole Sirois, cello; Trudeau, cello. and Elin Söderströn under the direction of Kiya Sons et brioches. Claire Ouellet, piano. Sat. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Tabassian. An Ensemble Constantinople production. Ghislaine Giroux, pianist, presents works by some Works by Fuchs, Brahms. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Sun. Nov. 6, 3 p.m. of the best Spanish and Brazilian composers, Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. Église Saint-Joseph (RPM). i and some captivating Cuban melodies as well. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Philippe Bélanger, organist, Wed. Nov. 9, 8 p.m. Anecdotes and enlightening commentary fill the and Ensemble de cornemuse de Montréal. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i space between performances. Un bouquet de flûtes. Notes et brioches. Organ, bagpipes and percussion. Sun. Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, 11 a.m. This flute-and-guitar duo brings you a delightful Sun. Oct. 30, 3 p.m. Cégep André-Laurendeau, Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i selection of medieval and classical melodies. In Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens (LA). IH Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , collaboration with Les Concerts Lachine. Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal. Sun. Oct. 23, 11 a.m. Debut performances by young artists. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, French horn students under the direction of Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Pascal Charbonneau, tenor; Sonia Coppey, piano. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i John J. Milner perform a variety of works for your Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Sun. Oct. 30, 3:30 p.m. Sun. Nov. 27, 11 a.m. listening pleasure in the company of the pianists Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Dorval Cultural Centre (DID). , Danielle Boucher and Lorraine Prieur. Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal. Wed. Nov. 30, 8 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, 2:30 p.m. Piano students under the direction of Suzanne V L’Ensemble Amati reçoit Alexandre Da Costa. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Goyette perform a variety of works for your Ensemble Amati performs in concert with Alexandre listening pleasure. Da Costa, a brillant young violinist. The repertoire, Les rendez-vous du dimanche. Alexandre Sylvestre, Troubadours, Cantigas, Trouvères. Sun. Oct. 23, 2:30 p.m. which has been chosen to highlight this virtuoso’s baritone; Suzanne Blondin, piano. Sunday Rendez-vous. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i great skills, features works by Vivaldi, Kreisler and Works by Schumann, Schubert, Fauré and Duparc. A chance to discover the world of troubadours and Sarasate. Ensemble Amati will also play pieces by Sun. Nov. 6, 3:30 p.m. minstrels from France and Spain in the twelfth and Complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in Mendelssohn and Strauss, and will unveil an original Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH thirteenth centuries. Performances of the “cansos” 16 recitals. Réal Gauthier, organ. Second recital. composition by Léo Weiner entitled “Tzigane.” (songs) of some great langue-d’oc troubadours A series of performances to unfold between Wed. Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. Concert Intime. Chloé L’Abbé and Matthieu Fortin. from southern France, and the “cantigas de Santa September 2005 and May 2007, with one recital Église Notre-Dame-des-Septs-Douleurs (VE). , Chloé L’Abbé, flute; Matthieu Fortin, piano. Maria” composed by Alfonso X (“the Wise”), a each month, eventually covering all of J.S. Bach’s Thu. Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. Prokofiev’s Sonata Opus 94 for Flute and Piano, medieval Spanish king. Liette Remon and Femke compositions for organ. In this second recital, Réal Eleanor London Public Library (CHM). , Stockhausen’s Zungenspitzentanz for Solo Piccolo, Bergsma, violas. Gauthier performs the Trio Sonata No. 1 (BWV 525) Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. and other works. Sun. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. and many of the Leipzig Chorales, which Bach Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Wed. Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i composed as Cantor of the St. Thomas Lutheran Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. Galerie d’art d’Outremont (OU). , Church between 1723 and 1750. Église Jean XXIII (AN). , Quatuor Alcan: Quatre cordes complices. Sun. Oct. 23, 3 p.m. Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Recital. Stéphan Sylvestre, piano. Les lundis d’Edgar. Église de la Visitation (AC). IH Église Saint-Irénée (SO). i Thu. Nov. 10, 8 p.m. Celebrating their 16th season in 2004–2005, Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i the Alcan Quartet is considered among the most In concert. Élizabeth Dolin, cello; Les samedis à la carte. Tribute to Giacinto Scelsi. dynamic ensembles on the Canadian chamber music Kyoko Hashimoto, piano. Louise Bessette, piano. Works by Scelsi, Palmieri Abysse String Quartet. scene today. It features violinists Laura Andriani Sun. Oct. 23, 3:30 p.m. and Arcuri. Simon Bonin and Mélanie Charlebois, violins; and Nathalie Camus, violist Luc Beauchemin, and Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Sébastien Lépine, cello; Jean-François Gagnier, cellist David Ellis. On the programme: Borodin, Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH viola. Also performing: Pierre-Paul Provencher, Glazunov, Mendelssohn and Beethoven. With Edgar Recital. Andrea Kleinmann, soprano; bandoneon. The highly skilled musicians of the Fruitier as host. Paul Helmer, piano. Autour de la flûte et de Vivaldi avec Mika Putterman. Abysse String Quartet draw us in with their rich Mon. Nov. 14, 8 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Radio-concert à la Visitation. sound, sensitive play and refined colour palette. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i A concert celebrating the “traverso,” the Baroque On the programme: Romantic and post-Romantic wooden flute popularized in Europe between compositions. Notes et brioches. François Dugas, pianist. Rencontre. Duo Simard-Sidorov. the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. A recital of popular melodies from the 1950s to the A concert that represents a marvellous encounter Performances of Vivaldi’s works for string sextet St. Joachim of Pointe-Claire Church (PC). , present day. between two world-renowned virtuosi: Marie- and Baroque flute offer the public a chance to Sun. Nov. 13, 11 a.m. Sun. Nov. 20, 11 a.m. Josée Simard on vibraphone, xylophone, and discover the harmonic range, tone and versatility Harpell Community Centre (ISS). , Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – percussion; and Vladimir Sidorov on bayan (Russian of this great instrument. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , accordion). 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Quatuor Ponticello. Wed. Nov. 30, 8 p.m. Benny, accompanied by Sandra Murray and Let’s Sing Christmas. A chamber group which pools the talents of four Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Suzanne Blondin on piano, perform a varied Orchestre Métropolitain du Grand Montréal. cellists (Caroline Milot, Ioav Bronchti, Jean- programme for your listening pleasure. A concert that stays true to the spirit of the Christophe Lizotte and Hugo Sanschagrin) who Noël baroque. Marc Boucher, baritone. Sun. Dec. 4, 2:30 p.m. holidays. The Orchestre Métropolitain presents the share a great passion for the intimate moods of Accompanied by four musicians, the baritone Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i greatest choruses from Italian operas, alternating the genre. Their diverse repertoire ranges from Marc Boucher performs nineteen songs from the with traditional Christmas Carols, to create magical Baroque and Romantic works to South American collection of Christophe Ballard, an eighteenth- In concert. Studio de musique ancienne de Montréal. scenes worthy of these masterpieces. tangos and contemporary music. century French composer. In addition to playing Christopher Jackson, director. Featured composer: Tue. Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. selections from the composer’s Christmas Arvo Pärt. Église Saint-Sixte (SLA). , Maison de la culture repertoire, Boucher invites the public to sing the Sun. Dec. 4, 3:30 p.m. Thu. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i vocal responses in several hymns. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Thu. Dec. 1, 1:30 p.m. Fri. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Quand les violons sont à l’honneur. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i En attendant Noël. Le Chœur de la radio Église Marie-Reine-de-la-Paix (PS). , Students from the violin class of Helmut Lipsky Tue. Dec. 13, 2 p.m. de Radio-Canada. Les lundis d’Edgar. at the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Under the direction of Frédéric Vogel, the 40 choral Le Noël de la diva. With Natalie Choquette. Montréal give a recital of virtuoso pieces and singers of the Radio-Canada choir perform “La Accompanied by a string orchestra of six musicians, concerto excerpts, with the pianist Lorraine Prieur Noël – Noël. Marc Boucher, baritone, Messe de Noël” by Charpentier, the “Gloria” by the soprano Natalie Choquette performs favourite accompanying. with instrumental ensemble. Bach, and the “Magnificat” by Vivaldi. With Edgar selections for the holiday season, and drops a little Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. Thu. Dec. 1, 8 p.m. Fruitier as host. bit of folly and passion into the punch bowl, just to Maison de la culture Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Mon. Dec. 5, 8 p.m. spice things up. A show that lets the whole family Studio 1 (RPP). IH Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i enjoy the art of lyric opera. Toy Symphony. I Musici de Montréal. Fri. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Série Envol. Classical music. A wonderful family concert for Christmas. On the Concert Intime. Diego Rodriguez, piano. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). , A classical music series highlighting the professional programme: “Toy Symphony” by Mozart, and Works by Frédéric Chopin (Ballade No. 2 in F major, talents of young graduates from the Conservatoire excerpts from his “Album for Children,” Op. 39, and op. 38; Nocturne No. 1 in C-sharp minor, op. 27; Complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in de musique du Québec à Montréal. “The Nutcracker” by Tchaikovsky. Fifteen musicians Polonaise in F-sharp minor, op. 44), Maurice Ravel 16 recitals. Réal Gauthier, organ. Fourth recital. Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. and four young soloists under the direction of Yuli (Ondine, excerpt from “Gaspard de la nuit”), and A series of performances to unfold between Auditorium du Jardin botanique (MHM). i Turovsky. Sergei Prokofiev (Sonata No. 7 in B-flat major, September 2005 and May 2007, with one recital Fri. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. op. 83). each month, eventually covering all of J.S. Bach’s Trumpet and brass ensemble of the Conservatoire St. Joachim of Pointe-Claire Church (PC). , Wed. Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. compositions for organ. In this fourth recital, Réal de musique du Québec à Montréal. Sun. Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. Galerie d’art d’Outremont (OU). , Gauthier will perform nine Bach chorales, the Organs and brass instruments played under the Saidye Bronfman Centre (CN). i charming Pastorale for organ in F major (BWV 590), direction of Manon Lafrance. Les samedis à la carte. and other notable pieces. Sun. Nov. 27, 3 p.m. Les Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal. Martin Foster, violin; Elisabeth Dolin, cello; Suzanne Sun. Dec. 18, 3 p.m. Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens (LA). IH Christmas songs from around the world. Blondin, piano. Works by Beethoven, Shostakovich. Église de l’Immaculée-Conception (PM). IH Ranging in age from 9 to 17 years old, and coming Sat. Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in from many different cultural backgrounds, Les Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH 16 recitals. Marc-André Doran, organ. Third recital. Petits Chanteurs du Mont-Royal learn polyphonic A series of performances to unfold between works from all eras and corners of the globe. Under The Devil’s Strings! I Musici de Montréal. traditional & world music September 2005 and May 2007, with one recital the direction of Gilbert Patenaude, they will perform West Island Concerts Series. each month, eventually covering all of J.S. Bach’s a selection of Christmas songs well chosen to get A concert highlighting the talents of the violinist compositions for organ. For this third recital, Marc- you in the holiday mood. Caroline Chéhadé. On the programme: works by Montreal Guitar Trio. André Doran will perform the monumental Partita Fri. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. Peter Warlock and Fritz Kreisler. Since forming in 1998, the Montreal Guitar Trio on Hail To You, Kind Jesus (BWV 768), as well as Église évangélique arménienne (AC). IH Sun. Dec. 11, 2:30 p.m. has won over critics and audiences alike with its chorales and other selections. Église de la Présentation (DID). , passion, wit and virtuosity. Expect another tour- Sun. Nov. 27, 3 p.m. String orchestra of the Conservatoire de musique de-force concert of classical, jazz and world music. Église de l’Immaculée-Conception (PM). IH du Québec à Montréal. The Stewart Hall Singers. Fri. Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. The Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal Sunday Rendez-vous Christmas Concert. Centre des loisirs de Saint-Laurent (SLA). i Les rendez-vous du dimanche. presents a string orchestra under the direction of Classic Christmas songs in a warm and friendly Lise Beauchamp and Sonia Gratton, oboe; Mathieu Guy Fouquet. On the programme: major works from setting. “Magnificat” by Pergolesi, “The King Shall Le Voyage. Lynda Thalie. Harel, bassoon; Yannick Chênevert, double bass; the repertoire. Rejoice” by Handël, “Hallelujah” by Beethoven, and Taking inspiration from her Québécois and Algerian Mireille Lagacé, harpsichord. Works by Zelenka, Sat. Dec. 3, 8 p.m. other seasonal music in traditional or jazz style. heritage, Lynda Thalie writes finely crafted songs Bach, Fasch and Händel. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Sun. Dec. 11, 3 p.m. full of mystery and joy. Here she presents Le Sun. Nov. 27, 3:30 p.m. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). IH Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Voyage, a captivating show featuring sensual Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Sun. Dec. 4, 3 p.m. sounds from Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Église de la Visitation (AC). IH In concert. Velichka Vetlova, cello. Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. Recital. Works by Bach. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Rupert Bergman, baritone; Louise-Andrée Baril, Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal. Sun. Dec. 11, 3:30 p.m. Fri. Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. piano. Students from the flute class of Marie-Andrée Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i Centre des loisirs de Saint-Laurent (SLA). ,

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Liu Fang and guests. Dragana. Polyphonic Songs of the Balkans. musicians from the former Yugoslavia. Their music Churuata. Music from China and Vietnam. Since 1986, this a-capella group has been singing expresses the nomadic spirit of exiles by combining A vocal ensemble whose singers are all natives of A virtuoso of the pipa (Chinese lute) and the an extensive repertoire of traditional music from moods of freedom, joy, melancholy and loss. Venezuela. Their music is a complex exploration guzheng (Chinese zither), Liu Fang will perform Eastern Europe. Their songs portray the cycle of Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. of polyphonic and homophonic techniques. with the versatile English musician Andrew life, paying homage to the environment and Mother Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Performances feature traditional arrangements of Cronshaw and Pham Duc Thanh, an expert of the Earth. golpe tocuyano (a variant of joropo), merengue, Dan Bau (monochord), in a concert of Chinese, Sun. Oct. 16, 3 p.m. La Magie des Carpates. caraqueño, alguinaldo, cantos de trabajo (work Vietnamese and Western traditional music. Église Saint-Joseph (RPM). i A programme of Ukrainian music and singing with songs), and fulia, a musical form of the central Wed. Sept. 28, 8 p.m. Romany, klezmer, Celtic or jazz arrangements. Venezuelan coast, where the country’s African Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Tropical Pan3. Sunday Rendez-vous. Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. heritage is especially evident. Sat. Oct. 1, 8 p.m. Opening concert. A steel pan trio that will transform your afternoon Maison de la culture Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, Thu. Nov. 17, 8 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). i mood with lilting Caribbean sounds. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Sun. Oct. 2, 3 p.m. Sun. Oct. 16, 3 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i La Chango Family. Galitcha. Indian music. Sun. Oct. 9, 3 p.m. Radio-concert au bout du MMMonde. A rich of East Indian, jazz and global music. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Dund. Diouf. A Montréal collective formed by 10 French and Galitcha performs songs in Punjabi, Urdu and Hindi, Diouf is two Senegalese brothers, both Québécois musicians who produce a distinct brand with explanations in French or English. M Nu mains. Ümanz. percussionists, who crossed the Atlantic in 1996 of hard-driving, socially committed world music. Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. A band which plays folkloric and world music in and have now become “Quebegalese.” Dund, Some fans might call it gypsy-skafro-reggatino- Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i French, Gypsy, Bulgarian and flamenco styles. their first album, is a feast of African rhythm and funk, but most of them are too busy dancing! Marie-Andrée Joly on accordion, Craig Girardin song spiced with Afrobeat, samba, reggae, and Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Quartiers invisibles. Sara Rénélik. on guitar and vocals, Julie Houle and Pierre-Guy traditional forms. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i An accomplished singer, songwriter, dancer and Blanchard on percussion. Fri. Oct. 28, 8 p.m. choreographer, Sara Rénélik is a bright jewel Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Sous le signe de la création. on the crown of Montréal’s performing arts. Her Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i First evening, Mémoires vives concert series. multilingual approach (she’s fluent in French, Harran. Festival du Monde arabe. “Chansons de l’envers du monde”: a musical Creole and English), and treasure chest of musical Paul Kunigis. Solo piano. A voyage where musicians and composers join encounter between the traditional styles of Brittany influences (her family is originally from Haiti), make An intimate, interactive solo show of blues, Romany forces with members of the ensemble to contribute and Quebec. Michel Faubert and the Breton singer every concert a valuable experience. Six musicians and klezmer music. The pianist Paul Kunigis offers their own musical approach, whether it’s jazz, Yann Fanch Kemener perform along with Le Vent du accompany her on stage. you a musical window into his roots and cultural contemporary, classical or traditional. Nord and five other musicians. Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. traditions. Wed. Nov. 2, 8 p.m. Thu. Nov. 10, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Sun. Oct. 2, 2 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). , Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Thu. Nov. 17, 8 p.m. Les Princesses virtuoses de la Dynastie Qajar. Sous le signe de la jeunesse. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Performing arts at the Festival du monde arabe Second evening, Mémoires vives concert series. Kamendja. Studio 1 (RPP). i de Montréal. A chance to discover or rediscover the younger A joyful mix of tango, klezmer, Latin and Indian Mon. Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m. An evening in the spirit of old Tehran, where generation of trad musicians. Featured performers: music together with more modern influences. Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). , holy and profane love commingle. The performers Genticorum and the multi-instrumentalist Jean- Kamendja pushes the boundaries of traditional pay homage to two celebrated composers of the François Bélanger. forms and builds bridges between world music and Nathalie Cora. Persian royal court in the mid-nineteenth century: Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. musique actuelle. With her “Cora,” a small, 21-string harp, and Sultan Khanom and Taj al-Saltana, whose works Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). , Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. seasoned accompanists on violin, accordion, guitar are regarded as among the most exquisite of this Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i and double bass, Nathalie Cora invites us to travel period. Sous le signe de la fête. inside a captivating musical universe. Her style Wed. Nov. 2, 8 p.m. Third evening, Mémoires vives concert series. Mauvais Sort. displays African and Oriental flavours, with echoes Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). , A second edition of “La Fiesta Trad,” a celebration Folk music coupled with jazz, rock and reggae of Celtic and Quebec music. of neo-trad music that was a great success at last influences. A neo-trad group that “overrules all Mon. Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. Musiques d’Europe. Trio Trad. year’s Festival Coup de cœur francophone. Mauvais preconceived notions about Quebec trad music.” Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i A repertoire of traditional European music from the Sort and various guests lead the way. Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. Balkans, Greece, Sweden, Ireland and the Hebrides. Sat. Nov. 12, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Juan Carranza. Aurélie Dorzée on violin and viola, Luc Pilartz Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Fri. Dec. 9, 8 p.m. A guitar virtuoso who plays an ingenious hybrid of on violin and bagpipes, Didier Laloy on diatonic Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i flamenco and world-music rhythms. His energetic accordion. QueTango. style displays a great mastery of the rasgueado Wed. Nov. 2, 8 p.m. A group of young musicians who explore and revisit technique, which uses rapid finger strokes to create Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i the Argentine tango with original compositions and a variety of percussive effects. Thu. Nov. 3, 8 p.m. standards from the repertoire of Astor Piazzolla Sat. Oct. 8, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i and others. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Tue. Nov. 15, 2 p.m. Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Les Gitans de Sarajevo. Romany music. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i A great passion for Romany culture unites these six i pass required , admission fee M up-and-coming artists 15 shows Fiszarmonica. photo: Souby Godin.

Senaya: Soul créole. Trois pas d’épices, un soir d’automne. Ensemble Kore. Contemporary music. Côte-des-Neiges: Le son d’un quartier. The composer and performer Senaya, a native of Closing night. Works by Laurence Crane. L’oreille corsée. Guadeloupe, was a big winner at the 2003 Festival Songs, poetry and dances from Haiti are highlighted Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. A multicultural orchestra, with sonic and poetic International de la Chanson de Granby. She applies on this final evening of the series. More than twenty Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH creations by children at the École Simone-Monet a passionate vocal style to rhythms and melodies different artists perform. serving as the vehicle for a journey into modern from the Caribbean and Africa played with elegant Sat. Dec. 3, 8 p.m. Électro-chocs 2. Electronic music. electroacoustic music. Presented in collaboration simplicity on acoustic instruments. Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (RPM). i Students of electroacoustic composition at the with the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal Montréal, the Société d’histoire de la Côte-des- Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Guzheng Ensemble of Montréal. invite you to discover the different facets of this Neiges and Atelier de la Côte. Sunday Rendez-vous. innovative medium. Presented in collaboration Tue. Nov. 22, 8 p.m. Fiszarmonia. Série Tour de terre. A colourful concert of traditional music from China. with the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH A stunning, six-member accordion orchestra that The guzheng is an ancient instrument in the Montréal. plays klezmer melodies and other styles from zither family, the history of which goes back at Sun. Oct. 2, 2 p.m. À la rencontre du NEM. Open rehearsal. France, Italy and the Mediterranean. least 2,500 years. You’ll discover that the sound Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i Sat. Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Sun. Nov. 27, 3 p.m. of the guzheng mixes beautifully with Western Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Église Saint-Joseph (RPM). i instruments like the violin. ECM present: Motion ensemble. Sun. Dec. 4, 3 p.m. Works by Callahan, Altman, Cage, Krausas and Miller. ECM: Génération 2006. Quatuor Fortin Léveillé. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Sat. Oct. 15, 8 p.m. Public workshops in composition with Maxime The guitarists Luc Fortin and Richard Léveillé Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH McKinley and David Litke. join forces with the Romanian accordionist Marin Kadou: Noëls d’ici et d’ailleurs. Ensemble Strada. Sat. Dec. 3, 8 p.m. Nasturica and the bass player Michel Donato to Discover traditional Christmas music and tales Contemporary music. Fabrice Peyrot, composer. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH bring you a new show of Django Reinhardt melodies, from the four corners of Europe. The minstrels Mon. Oct. 17, 8 p.m. Romany music and a few original compositions. of Ensemble Strada transform themselves into Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Bradyworks and Ensemble Camp. Wed. Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m. shepherds and narrate stories of Christmas and Two soloists from the Bradyworks orchestra Théâtre Outremont (OU). , New Year’s celebrations from the Mediterranean to Contemporary music. of contemporary music, Tim Brady and Lori Germany, from Ireland to Bulgaria. Clemens Merkel, violin; Brigitte Poulin, piano. Freedman, perform on stage with two rising stars of Contes et chansons de la Nouvelle-France. Sun. Dec. 11, 3 p.m. Wed. Nov. 9, 8 p.m. experimental electronica, Aimé Dontigny and David Ubert et Ambroise. Église de la Visitation (AC). IH Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Turgeon (from Ensemble Camp). The latter are well Dressed in their finest attire for the occasion, these Sat. Dec. 17, 2 p.m. known for their work on No Type, a Montréal label. two happy pals, Ubert and Ambroise, invite you to Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Le Cigare et la tordue. Ensemble contemporain de In playing together, the two groups blend traditional experience the world of New France through joyful Montréal. Contemporary opera. virtuosity with new skills from the computer age. songs and stories from the period. Also on the Pasión y Duende. Cuadro Flamenco. A show inspired by the Fables of Jean de la Fontaine, Wed. Dec. 7, 8 p.m. programme: an assortment of Christmas carols. In the authentic tradition of Andalusian flamenco, a seventeenth-century French poet. It features Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Fri. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. Cuadro Flamenco takes you on a voyage into the works for an ensemble of eight flutes augmented Église Jean XXIII (AN). , Gypsy soul. The group is formed by four dancers, by cello, French horn and five singers directed by Contemporary music. The Trio Fibonacci. two guitarists and one singer. Véronique Lacroix. Stage direction by Marie-Josée Julie-Anne Derome, violin; Gabriel Prynn, cello; La Virée dans Villeray. Société pour la promotion de Mon. Jan. 16, 2006, 7:30 p.m. Chartier. Soloists: Karine Côté, soprano; Ariana André Ristic, piano. la danse traditionnelle québécoise (SPDTQ). Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). , Chris, mezzo-soprano; Aldéo Jean, tenor; Vincent Fri. Dec. 9, 8 p.m. The trio L’Anche à Deux Cordes explores jazz Ranallo and Etienne Dupuis, baritones. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH from the 30s and world music from the traditional Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. repertoire of Quebec and Ireland. The dance Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Électro-chocs 3. Electronic music. troupe Sans Temps Danse presents “Mémoire,” a electroacoustic & Students of electroacoustic composition at the choreography by Marie-Soleil Pilette that adapts M Solar Power. Freeworm. Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal Quebec folk dancing to more contemporary styles contemporary music Though a convert to electronic and electroacoustic invite you to discover the different facets of percussive movement. music, Vincent Letellier (aka Freeworm) remains of this innovative medium. Works on digital Fri. Dec. 2, 8 p.m. faithful to his acoustic roots. Recent pieces have media projected by an orchestra of scattered Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Concert Son-Immersion. tended towards the exploration of psychedelic, loudspeakers, video-music, and interactive A unique sonic experience! down- and hip-hop rhythms and tonalities. performances with computers, digital keyboards, La Virée dans Villeray. SPDTQ. Students of electroacoustic composition at the With Solar Power, his second album, Vincent motion detectors, light detectors, etc. Presented in The four musicians of RéVeillons! play traditional Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal, Letellier spreads his musical net even wider, no collaboration with the Conservatoire de musique du Quebec music with a commitment to authenticity, under director Louis Dufort, invite you to a doubt to the delight of many new fans. Québec à Montréal. improvisation and festive spirits. Also on the bill: live, immersive sound experience featuring 24 Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. Sun. Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Mademoiselle s’amuse, a dynamic group that uses loudspeakers, a specially-adapted acoustic Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i jigs, foot percussion, explosive solos and moving environment, and improvisational flights of fancy. lyrics to celebrate the poetic spirit of traditional Thu. Sept. 22, 8 p.m. Contemporary music. Quasar. songs. Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. The Montréal-based saxophone quartet plays Sat. Dec. 3, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i works by Paul Frehner. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH

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Musique avenir. Échos de Vienne. on the edge of their seats with his innovative playing Brian Hughes Group. (percussion). A subtle combination of various A performance by contemporary music students of this archetypal down-home instrument. Donis Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. musical styles. from the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à writes numbers that perfectly blend the colours of While often compared to Pat Metheny, the Canadian Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. Montréal. Works by Neuwirth, Haas and composers jazz, new-acoustic and classical music. Here he’ll jazz guitarist Brian Hughes also takes us to the Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i of the Vienna School. be accompanied by two seasoned band members world of Carlos Santana with his expert renditions Fri. Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. Tue. Dec. 13, 8 p.m. with a raft of experience and musical savvy. of Latin and Cuban styles. Dollard-des-Ormeaux Civic Centre (DR). IH Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Sun. Oct. 16, 11 a.m. Fri. Oct. 21, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Trio Évidence. Musique avenir. Musique pour piano en 16e de ton. Jean Derome, saxophone; Pierre Cartier, double Bruce Mather, Pierrette LePage, Dominique Roy, John Patitucci Trio. Jazz nocturne. Lorraine Desmarais, solo. bass; Pierre Tanguay, percussion. Works by Paul Helmer, Jean Laurendeau. Works by Alain Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. Desmarais will play original compositions in . Banquart, John Burke, Vincent Olivier Gagnon, The renowned bassist John Patitucci, who’s worked homage to local pianists, and bring a surprise guest Fri. Oct. 28, 10 p.m. Michel Gonneville, Bruce Mather, John Oliver and with Chick Corea for many years, displays his great along as well. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Marc Patch. passion for jazz standards, Afro-Brazilian beats Fri. Oct. 21, 10 p.m. Wed. Dec. 14, 8 p.m. and American folk music. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Destinations. Jean-François Groulx. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Tue. Oct. 18, 8 p.m. A virtuoso of piano, guitar, and percussion, Jean- Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Frédéric Alarie Trio. François Groulx offers us a generous helping of Contemporary music. David Cronkite, piano. Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. Latin and African rhythms in a quartet performance Fri. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Michel Donato Trio. Frédéric Alarie has been described as a rare species in featuring Norman Lachapelle on bass, Jim Hillman Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. the world of double bass. Accompanied by two friends on drums, and André Martin on percussion. A Michel Donato is a pillar of the local jazz scene. and collaborators (Luc Beaugrand on piano and Camil concert that transcends musical genres. Come and discover his new take on the classics of Bélisle on drums), Alarie’s performances have the Thu. Nov. 3, 8 p.m. jazz. Richard Provençal on drums and Pierre Leduc power to move. Expect daring improvisations and Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i jazz, blues, folk, country on piano. insightful playing. Wed. Nov. 9, 8 p.m. Wed. Oct. 19, 10 p.m. Fri. Oct. 21, 10 p.m. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Johanne Desforges Jazz. Sunday Rendez-vous. Kevin Mark. Johanne Desforges has a naturally expressive voice Harry Manx. Frontenac... Espace Jazz – Oliver Jones Trio. Six musicians team up for a performance led by that favours her intensely personal renditions of a 15th anniversary. Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. Kevin Mark, one of the most convincing blues wide array of standards and original compositions. The guitarist Harry Manx makes the essential This giant of jazz needs no introduction. The musical players in the country. Sun. Sept. 25, 3 p.m. link between East and West with his outstanding inspiration and sophistication of Daisy Peterson’s Fri. Nov. 4, 8 p.m. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i fusion of Delta blues and Indian ragas. Let yourself former pupil is equalled only by his generous Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , be beamed up to the “Harry Zone,” a welcoming sharing of the limelight with fellow musicians. With Michael Jerome Browne. parallel universe full of musical hybrids. Jones on piano, Norman Marshall Villeneuve on Jazz nocturne. Jean Vanasse Sextet. A master on guitar, , and solo mandolin, Thu. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. drums, and Dave Young on double bass. Fri. Nov. 4, 10 p.m. Michael Jerome Browne is among the top Cajun Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH blues and bluegrass performers on the international Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i scene. Jazz Ensemble présente: Cotes d’écoute. Marianne Trudel. Piano solo. Sat. Oct. 1, 8 p.m. Rémi Bolduc. Louise Sauvé Quartet. Sunday Rendez-vous. Marianne Trudel takes us into a rich and many- Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Rémi Bolduc brings us musical memories of vintage Louise Sauvé has a real passion for 1930s music. faceted world of sound where composition and Radio-Canada programs: “Le temps d’une paix,” The role of femme fatale fits her like a silk evening improv are bravely intertwined with jazz and Jazz nocturne. Vic Vogel. “Rue des Pignons,” “Bobino,” “Franfreluche,” glove as she charms us with her warm delivery of classical music. Fri. Oct. 7, 10 p.m. “Picotine,” and “La ribouldingue,” among others. A unforgettable songs. Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH nostalgic treat in which cult programs are revisited Sun. Oct. 23, 3 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i by one of Canada’s finest alto saxophonists. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Sat. Nov. 26, 8 p.m. Susie Arioli Band featuring Jordan Officer. Thu. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Susie Arioli, Jordan Officer and their romping band Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Middle Ground. Rob Lutes. take us back to swing heaven with their unique Sat. Dec. 3, 8 p.m. Blues, bluegrass, ragtime and folk. Rob Lutes has it V Les Danseurs. Jean Beaudet Trio. stylings of jazz classics from the 30s, 40s, and 50s. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i all. His repertoire will have you humming the tunes With his lively and ever-evolving style, Jean Fri. Oct. 14, 8 p.m. and calling out for more. Beaudet takes his inspiration from legendary Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Éric Lagacé Trio. Mon. Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. pianists like Ahmad Jamal, Thelonius Monk, Bud Wed. Oct. 19, 8 p.m. Frontenac... Espace Jazz – 15th anniversary. Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). , Powell and Bill Evans, adding his own brand of Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i An evening with the Éric Lagacé Trio is a musical innovative rhythms and profound sensitivity. With Thu. Oct. 20, 8 p.m. joyride; expect virtuosity on wheels. Lagacé on V Lapon Balèze. Michel Côté. Jean Beaudet, Marc Lalonde and Hugo di Vito. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, double bass, Reg Swagger on guitar, and Abdul- Lapon Balèze brings a wealth of musical experience Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Wali Muhammad on drums. to his sax playing. He performs here with multi- Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i Thu. Oct. 20, 10 p.m. instrumentalist Michel Côté, accompanied by Aron Sun. Nov. 27, 3 p.m. Guy Donis Trio. Sons et brioches. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Doyle (trumpet and bugle), Alain Bédard (double Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Belgian banjo virtuoso Guy Donis keeps audiences bass), Raynald Drouin (drums), and Christian Paré

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Samina. become a mad affair between , an accordion, V George Sand ou le voyage de cristal. L’Ex-île. Trois pas d’épices, un soir d’automne. Subtle and seductive vocal styles applied with grace a trombone, a double bass, lightning and other Virgo Productions. Lenous Suprice, Dary Jean-Charles and Gary Klang, and distinction to jazz renditions of songs by Jobim, handmade instruments. Monique Lepage reads passages from the novels of three Haitian poets who have lived in Montréal for Gershwin, Porter and Leonard Cohen. Montréal Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. George Sand, hand-written letters to her husband, thirty years, will share with us their poetic journey. singer Samina is a musical revelation. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i her son, her lovers and her friends, along with The guitar and flute of Oswald Durand Jr. will Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. certain travel accounts. The reading performance is accompany the recital. Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Les Respectables. accompanied by a video of sketches, watercolours, Sat. Oct. 15, 8 p.m. A hard-rocking band that favours socially committed portraits and caricatures by George Sand, Alfred Maison du Bon Temps (RPM). i Jazz nocturne. lyrics. Their honest and engaging approach shows de Musset or Maurice Sand, her son; works by her With a nod to Pee Wee Russell and Montréal that they aren’t afraid of addressing the major friends (sculptors, engravers and painters) are also Série Découvertes. Des mots en quartier. clarinettists like Robert Marcel Lepage, André issues affecting the planet. included. Part of Montréal, World Book Capital 2005-2006. Moisan, Pierre Emmanuel Poizat, Jean-Sébastien Fri. Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Fri. Oct. 7, 8 p.m. Listen to excerpts from novels, poems, or short LeBlanc, Guillaume Bourque, and Richard Simas. Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). , Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i stories that are inspired by, or located in, the Fri. Nov. 25, 10 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 8 p.m. neighbourhoods of Montréal. Readings by Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH Loco Locass. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Guillaume Vigneault and Dominique Demers, with The court jesters of Quebec hip-hop. Performing Thu. Nov. 10, 8 p.m. French songs on the same theme played between Jazz nocturne. James Gelfand, piano. on stage with a backing band of four musicians, the Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i recitals. Fri. Dec. 2, 10 p.m. rappers of Loco Locass are a blue streak of intense, Wed. Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur (VM). IH madcap energy. The trio delivers their hard-hitting Voix et voyages. Dorval Library (DID). i message with breathtaking lyrical dexterity. The novelist Lise Tremblay invites you to this special Noël en harmonie. Sons et brioches. Fri. Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. evening in which several writers read unpublished Haïti-Montréal: Une île. The pianist Pierre Leduc takes traditional Christmas Cépeg Saint-Laurent, Salle Émile-Legault (SLA). , texts inspired by music and songs they’ve heard Trois pas d’épices, un soir d’automne. tunes and turns them into masterful jazz numbers. during their travels abroad. Local and foreign Rodney Saint-Éloi, Fayolle Jean, Henri-Robert and Michel Donato on double bass and Richard musicians add rhythm and melody to their recitals. Géraldine Piquion enact through words the voice of Provençal on drums are ideal partners, backing Sat. Oct. 8, 8 p.m. the island as it sings, one autumn evening, a hymn Leduc with admirable delicacy. poetry & literary events Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i of falling snow. A poetic recital about our roots and Sun. Dec. 11, 11 a.m. Presented in French. the meeting of two island cultures. L’Île-Bizard Library (ISS). , Les poètes de l’Amérique française. Sat. Nov. 5, 8 p.m. L’Exil. Trois pas d’épices, un soir d’automne. Guy Cloutier invites you to another round of friendly Maison du Bon Temps (RPM). i Live In Your Living Room. Karen Young. The first of four events on the theme of Haitian literary gatherings where poetry and music work in A concert inspired by the joys of home recording, by culture, L’Exil is an evening of poetry based perfect unison. the dream of playing without technical restraints in on the words of three young Haitians: Pierre Tue. Oct. 11, 8 p.m. a warm and intimate setting. The exceptional singer Emmanuel, Arol Pinder and Franz Benjamin. They Guest: Gilles Archambault. performance Karen Young, winner of a Félix Award in 1988, leads are accompanied by the guitar and flute of Oswald Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Unless indicated otherwise, performances are this fine trio that includes Norman Lachapelle on Durand Jr. Wed. Oct. 12, 8 p.m. presented in French. bass and Sylvain Provost on guitar. Sat. Sept. 24, 8 p.m. Guest: Gilles Archambault. Mon. Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m. Maison du Bon Temps (RPM). i Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Artistes en direct. Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). , Tue. Nov. 15, 8 p.m. Oil, watercolour and pastel demonstrations by Un écrivain public au Café. Guest: Robert Melançon. amateur and professional artists working in the The poet and novelist Roger Des Roches has Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i direct-painting style, which rejects retouching published almost 30 works of literature. But like Wed. Nov. 16, 8 p.m. or overpainting after the first layer has dried. A rock, hip-hop, public writers of old, he’ll put his pen to work for Guest: Robert Melançon. collaboration with the Table Ronde sur l’Art de the public and compose greeting cards, comic notes Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Mont-Royal (TRAM). alternative, techno and love letters. Tue. Dec. 13, 8 p.m. Fri. Sept. 30, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sat. Oct. 1, 1 p.m. Guest: Christiane Frenette. Sat. Oct. 1, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles, Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Sun. Oct. 2, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Les Breastfeeders. Rock’n’roll. Café (RPM). IH Wed. Dec. 14, 8 p.m. Reginald J. P. Dawson Library (MR). IH In collaboration with Les Francouvertes. Guest: Christiane Frenette. Known for delivering the kind of rock’n’roll that Écrivain public. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Masques. Da Da Danse. leaves guitars drenched in sweat, Les Breastfeeders, Imagine someone who can turn your thoughts into A show of parallel performances in painting and a francophone sextet from Montréal, promise you a poetry! This is the talent of the poet Lenous Suprice, George et Gustave. Public reading. dance: a mesmerizing hybrid of picture frames, neuron-busting good time. who will take up the challenge of automatic writing The correspondence between George Sand and projections, body painting, choreography and Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. on your behalf and take your literary requests on Gustave Flaubert is a beautiful example of the epis- Freud’s theories on personality development. Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i the spot. First come, first served! tolary genre in the nineteenth century. “George et Sun. Oct. 30, 2 p.m. Sun. Oct. 2, 12:30 p.m. Gustave” features selections and reading from their Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Plywood 3/4. Bibliothèque Rivière-des-Prairies (RPM). IH letters by Gérard Poirier and Françoise Faucher. It began as a love story between a plywood guitar Thu. Oct. 13, 8 p.m. V Liquidation. and a couple of country tunes, a suitcase for a drum Cité Rive, Phase 4 (RPM). i Agence TOPO presents an interactive photo-novel and a singer flirting with his craziness. It’s now entitled “Liquidation,” a wild project of visual

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Jolis deuils, petites tragédies pour adultes. L’oiseau vert. Kobol marionnettes. Théâtre Tout à Trac. Gros et détail. photo: Jean-François Léger. photo: Émilie Gagné-Prud’homme photo: Mathieu Doyon. fiction that features inventive dialogues, twenty life stories. Text by Claude Meunier and Louis Saïa; socio-political and historical settings. A family, L’Oiseau vert. Théâtre Tout à Trac. performers, original music, and more than 1,800 stage direction by Denis Bouchard; with Édith representing a metaphor of Quebec society, is Directed by Hugo Bélanger, this adaptation of photographs. The story unfolds in a strange city Cochrane, Isabelle Drainville, Martin Drainville, transformed by the upheavals that have changed Carlo Gozzi’s famous fairy tale takes you back to where everything seems to be on sale. Sylvie Ferlatte, Luc Guérin and Roger La Rue. the province since the 1940s, when its modern the sources of Italy’s commedia dell’arte: masks, Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Sun. Oct. 2, 8 p.m. theatre culture was born. improvisation, live music, and celebration. With Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , Thu. Oct. 13, 8 p.m. Annick Beaulne, Martin Boileau, Patrice D’Aragon, Fri. Nov. 18, 8 p.m. Tue. Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m. Collège de Maisonneuve (MHM). i Bruno Piccolo, Carl Poliquin, and Audrey Talbot or Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Cégep Saint-Laurent, Maude Desrosiers. Salle Émile-Legault (SLA). , Les parades immobiles. Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. Gary Kurtz. Encore performance. Sun. Nov. 6, 8 p.m. Le Théâtre de la Banquette arrière. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Who is Gary Kurtz? A psychic and paranormal who Cégep André-Laurendeau, Under the direction of Claude Poissant, Théâtre de la Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i happens to be funny, or a comedian with telepathic Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , Banquette arrière invites you to an open rehearsal Sun. Nov. 6, 8 p.m. abilities? Does it matter? Kurtz’s charismatic Sun. Dec. 4, 8 p.m. of their next theatrical production: Les parades Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , personality and dynamic performance skills are Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (MN). , immobiles, by Mathieu Gosselin. It examines, in Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. what set him and his magic show apart, making a comic and moving way, the bittersweet but Thu. Nov. 17, 1:30 p.m. believers of us all. Les Amazones. outrageous lives of young people in rural areas. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Thu. Nov. 3, 8 p.m. Three vivacious single women, all aged 45, and Sat. Oct. 15, 8 p.m. Cégep André-Laurendeau, each a little battle-scarred, share a house in order Sun. Oct. 16, 4 p.m. Cartes d’identités. Salon de la culture du Festival du Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , to forget the pain of love’s labours lost. They live Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i monde arabe de Montréal. happily together until a certain Guillaume appears An intimate performance by one of the Arab world’s on the scene... A delightful comedy full of twists and Loulou sur le chemin de Compostelle. most avant-garde actresses, Hanane Haj Ali. “I wear turns and, above all, some endearing characters. The author and main performer Margaret McBrearty the veil because it is an expression of my freedom. theatre Text by Jean-Marie Chevret. Adaptation by Michel brings you a profound and richly comic look at It is part of my way of being creative, receptive, Presented in French. Tremblay. With Sylvie-Catherine Beaudoin, Chantal violence in society. Loulou, finding her life in happy, beautiful and free. I am an Arab woman Baril, Marie-Lise Pilote, Luc Chapdelaine and turmoil, chucks it all in and heads for France, where who, like millions of others, does not feel at home Le Voyage d’Amundsen. Guillaume Champoux. she follows an ancient pilgrim’s road searching for within the current set of political identities.” This Groupe de poésie moderne. Sun. Oct. 2, 8 p.m. a sense of balance in her existence. She meets world-renowned Lebanese actress, who in 2004 The adventures of Roald Amundsen, the Norwegian Cégep André-Laurendeau, some colourful characters along the way who help played the mother in Genet’s play Les Paravents explorer who in 1911 became the first person to Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , her discover herself. (directed by Jean-Baptiste Sastre at the Théâtre reach the South Pole, serve as a point of departure Tue. Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Sat. Oct. 15, 8 p.m. national de Chaillot), will perform a scene from a for this mysterious composition on the theme of Cégep Saint-Laurent, Salle Émile-Legault (SLA). , Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i play of her choice. travel. The authors explore the pressing need we Thu. Nov. 17, 8 p.m. Tue. Nov. 1, 6 p.m. sometimes feel to leave everything behind and V Jolis deuils, petites tragédies pour adultes. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i not look back. Text by Bernard Dion and Benoît KOBOL marionnettes. Thu. Nov. 24, 8 p.m. Paiement; stage direction by Robert Reid; with This new creation plunges us into the universe of Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Mi Ricordo – je me souviens. Multidisciplinary show Bernard Dion, Benoît Paiement, Christophe Rapin, Roch Carrier, a man with a true gift for caricature Veronica Melis, an Italian actress, choreographer Félixe Ross and Erwin Weche. and a fine sense of humour that questions his Open house. and director living in Quebec since 2003, combines Thu. Sept. 22, 8 p.m. environment and his contemporaries. A show A comically erotic and musical homage to the 1980s, video, text, dance and live music to express, with Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. presented in 10 scenes that combine the strange a time whose suburbs, high schools and local arenas lively humour, her quest for her own identity. She Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i and the fantastic to offer a penetrating look at have became the stuff of legend. Fabien Cloutier is accompanied by the accordion of Luzio Altobelli contemporary society and the foibles of life. Stage directs the works of author Martin Pouliot and and the folk melodies of Marco Calliari. À la recherche de Marie-Victorin. direction by Michel Bérubé. musician Martin Bélanger in this impressive and Thu. Nov. 3, 8 p.m. Théâtre le petit Chaplin. Tue. Oct. 4, 8 p.m. hilarious depiction of the travails of adolescence. Maison de la culture Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, On stage, four actors (Marc Beaudin, Bernard Wed. Oct. 5, 8 p.m. Tue. Oct. 18, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Carez, Marie-Ève Paquin and Raymond Pollender) Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Thu. Nov. 10, 8 p.m. enact the roles of the friends and family of Conrad Thu. Oct. 6, 8 p.m. Wed. Oct. 19, 8 p.m. Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (RPM). i Kirouac, brother of Marie-Victorin and famous Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Tue. Nov. 22, 8 p.m. founder of the Jardin botanique de Montréal. Text Wed. Oct 19, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i and stage direction by Raymond Pollender. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i La Souricière. Théâtre Longue vue. Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. Fri. Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. Fri. Nov. 11, 8 p.m. A French-language production, directed by Philippe Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i Côté, of Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap.” It takes Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i Sat. Nov. 12, 8 p.m. us into the world of a young couple who have just Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i opened a family boarding house called “Monkswell Appelez-moi Stéphane. Manor.” One night, word comes that on a nearby Les Tournées Jean Duceppe. M Salut au théâtre québécois. farm some disturbing events have taken place! A Five colourful characters register for theatre Théâtre de la brique rouge. thrilling play full of murder, intrigue and suspense. courses. Stéphane, the professor, is the This unique and original theatrical event brings Fri. Oct. 21, 8 p.m. quintessential guru of modern arts; he asks them to the stage different scenes from the repertoire Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i to produce a play in which they act out their own of Quebec theatre and recreates their original i pass required , admission fee M up-and-coming artists V events presented by the Conseil des arts de Montréal en tournée 19 shows Alice. L’Arsenal à musique. photo: Michel Dubreuil.

Le club social des enfants du petit Jésus. Paule Ferron, Pascale Joubert, Mathieu Leroux and composer and performer Patrice Massicotte. of the human race: Is he a strong or a weak human? Théâtre Bluff. Sarah-Jeanne Séguin. Fri. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Is he well enough adapted to his environment to A comic portrait of the psychological fragility of Thu. Nov. 24, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i survive? human beings. In a small room of a community Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Sun. Sept. 25, 2 p.m. centre, five characters meet and resurrect their Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i “Social Club for the Children of Baby Jesus,” Deux tibias / La Pluie. By Daniel Keene. Fri. Oct. 28, 7 p.m. creating in the process a kind of family unit. Text Théâtre Complice. youth events Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, and stage direction by Sarto Gendron with the help Two short plays from the show “Scissors, Paper, Unless indicated otherwise, youth events are Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i of Dominique Cuerrier and Catherine Tardif. With Rock” by Australian author Daniel Keene. These presented in French. Dave Richer, Pierre Monet-Bach, Isabelle Drainville, are two stories about our modern age, when all that Les Charmeurs du ciel. Dominique Lamy and Sébastien Renaud. remains for human beings is a constant cry for the Au pays des genoux. Théâtre Le Carrousel. Produced by Le PourKouapa Mundo. Ages 4–8. Fri. Nov. 11, 1:30 p.m. respect of their dignity. With Daniel Gadouas, Denis Festival mondial des arts pour la jeunesse. Inspired by a Japanese tale, this entrancing show Sat. Nov. 12, 3 p.m. Lavalou and Sharon Ibgui. Ages 7-11. allies various puppetry techniques to lend its often Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Tue. Nov. 29, 8 p.m. Convinced that their days of hugs and kisses are larger-than-life characters an irresistible charm. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i numbered, Timothée and Sammy prepare to run Sun. Sept. 25, 3 p.m. Simone et Victor. Théâtre Quatre/Corps. Thu. Dec. 1, 8 p.m. away in search of a country where embraces Harpell Community Centre (ISS). , Using objects they discover in the trunks of the Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, are easy to come by. A sudden event interferes family house, a man and a woman recreate the lives Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i with their leaving, but not with their quest for Les Âmes Sœurs. Festival mondial des arts pour la of their parents: their wedding, the birth of their Wed. Dec. 7, 8 p.m. tenderness. jeunesse. Ages 8 and over. children, their reconciliations, and other dramas in Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Wed. Sept. 21, 7 p.m. Six characters punctuate their days and labours their lives. With Johanne Benoît and Martin Boileau. Thu. Dec. 8, 8 p.m. Thu. Sept. 22, 7 p.m. with song. A being open to all sorts of encounters Musical accompaniment by Maryse Poulin. Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Théâtre Outremont (OU). , emerges from this choir and, shattering the barriers Sat. Nov. 12, 8 p.m. of age and time, unites the world of childhood with Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Gros et détail. Bienvenue aux dames. Romances & Karaoké. that of adults. Produced by L’Arrière Scène. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i The daily lives of humble people, depicted with Théâtre le Clou. Ages 13 and over. Sun. Sept. 25, 7 p.m. movingly poetic humour. We meet Linda, the An encounter with five adolescents who battle Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i V La Cloche de verre. By Sylvia Plath. caretaker of a skating rink, and Rita, who smells like against the image they have of themselves, the way Sibyllines Productions. a distillery, and Olivier, whose mother now sleeps other people regard them and the terrible fate they Little John in the Realm of Fancy. A stage adaptation of “The Bell Jar.” Sylvia Plath’s with the angels. They are victims of destiny but feel lies in store. Their story is revealed in bits and Théâtre de Deux Mains. Ages 4 and over. all-consuming to write cost her her sanity manage to instil some colour into the grey of our pieces, between a few speeches, a dance here and Adapted from the tale of “The Princess with the and her life; her work is a veritable manifesto of lives. Text and performance by Anne-Marie Olivier; there, many setbacks, and even a little karaoke! Long Nose,” this play recounts how Little John her refusal to conform to the social and creative stage direction by Érika Gagnon and Kevin McCoy; Fri. Sept. 23, 8 p.m. succeeds in outsmarting a miserly, hypocritical conventions of her day. French translation by sound and music by Mathieu Doyon. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i princess to get back the magical objects she stole Michel Persitz; performance by Céline Bonnier; Sun. Dec. 4, 8 p.m. from him. stage direction by Brigitte Haentjens and Céline Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , V Alice. L’Arsenal à musique. Fri. Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. Bonnier. Tue. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m. Multimedia show for kids. Ages 8 and over. 2 Fri. Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. Wed. Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Cégep Saint-Laurent, Salle Émile-Legault (SLA). , Music and theatre combine in this adaptation of Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Lewis Carroll’s much-loved tale of Alice’s Adventures Sat. Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Visites à Monsieur Green. in Wonderland. Discover this curious little girl’s V Faux départs. A production for stage clowns. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Ross, a young executive at American Express, unusual journey as multimedia projections illustrate DynamO Théâtre. Ages 8 and over. Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. crashes his car into the elderly Mr. Green. He is the twists and turns of her imagination. The show’s about to begin, and Poof! The star Collège de Maisonneuve, sentenced to visit him every week for six months. In Sat. Sept. 24, 2 p.m. disappears in a puff of smoke! Everyone’s in a Salle Sylvain-Lelièvre (MHM). i the course of this remarkable duel of personalities, Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i panic. The star’s assistant wants to cancel the whole the protagonists learn to trust and listen to each Sat. Oct. 8, 3 p.m. thing, while the props master thinks they should Projet Cowboys fringants. other, eventually finding grounds for friendship. A John Rennie School Theatre (PC). , simply replace the star. The two clowns try to go on Characters created by Les Cowboys fringants come comedy by Jeff Baron. French translation by Michel Sun. Oct. 9, 3 p.m. with the show, but it’s a spectacle of silliness and to life in this unique play featuring improvised Tremblay. Stage direction by Jacques Rossi. With Saidye Bronfman Centre(CN). i hilarious mishaps! dialogue based on the band’s songs. Albert Millaire and Louis-Olivier Mauffette. Sat. Oct. 15, 2 p.m. Fri. Sept. 30, 7 p.m. Fri. Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m. Sun. Dec. 4, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Cégep André-Laurendeau, Sat. Nov. 12, 8 p.m. Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , V L’héritage de Darwin. Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets (RPM). i M Pardon #1105. Théâtre Le Clou. Ages 11–14. Fri. Dec. 9, 7 p.m. Putto Machine, a physical, poetic and urban theatre Tout à fait obsessionnel. Summer in Montréal. For Jacques, who never gets to Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, company, offers you a preview of its coming A dramatic look at contemporary man, at the many leave the city, it means the same old boring routine. Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i work: a series of choreographic scenes based on obsessions that escape his control and lead him to As for Julien, whose family is more affluent, it’s a Sat. Dec. 10, 2 p.m. themes of forgiveness, giving and sacrifice. This question his own life. The play delivers an ironic, time of adventure away from his parents. Julien Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i unique visual and theatrical creation maintains sometimes cynical and mostly crazy picture of then drags Jacques into a dubious scheme to make Sat. Dec. 17, 2 p.m. a wonderfully balanced tone of playfulness and modern society. Written, directed and performed a bit of money. During all these happenings, Julien Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i intimacy. It represents the collective work of Julie- by Martin Boileau, with accompaniment by the wonders about natural selection and the evolution

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2 Wonderland. Elysian River Theatre. successfully undergo three trials and beat the Xavier Brossard-Ménard, clarinet. Sat. Nov. 5, 3 p.m. Journées de la culture. prince of darkness at his own game. Coussins Croissants. Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , A new adaptation of a classic story. Two characters Sun. Oct. 2, 2 p.m. Discover the beauty of the clarinet as played by this recreate the enchanted world of Wonderland, Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). i entertaining musician. Fragment d’épopée touareg. reminding us that we should listen to the child that Sun. Oct. 9, 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Sun. Oct. 16, 11 a.m. Storytelling by Hamed Bouzzine. Ages 12 and over. lies dormant in all of us. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Galerie d’art d’Outremont (OU). , Born in Morocco among the Berber tribes, this Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. storyteller and musician brings us traditions from Pierrefonds Cultural Centre (PS). i Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i Madagascar. the edge of the Tuareg world. His stories are grown Alex the lion, the principal attraction at the Central from North African myths, from Mauritanian and Le Cadeau Mystérieux. Les Productions Coco, la tête à chapeau. Park Zoo, lives in perfect harmony with his friends Arabian folklore, from tales of feluccas and the Drôle de Monde. Ages 3–8. Le théâtre des Cousins lointains. Ages 2–6. Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria the desert. He will tell us about the noble Arrigulan and Farina definitely does not want to open her eyes A comic, interactive show for younger children, hippopotamus. But one day, driven by an insatiable his nephew Adelaseigh, who must suffer a difficult this morning, but Frivoline manages to wake her starring a gaggle of captivatingly fluorescent curiosity, Marty escapes… initiation and learn how to survive in the region’s up. Our two friends then go off on an adventure and marionettes. Through a host of funny stories and Sun. Oct. 16, 12:30 p.m. hostile environment. discover a mysterious gift. But Farina has no idea anecdotes, Coco enjoys letting children discover Centre des loisirs (MN). , Sat. Oct. 22, 8 p.m. that Frivoline holds more surprises in store… his collection of hats and other objects, which are Sun. Oct. 16, 3:30 p.m. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Sat. Oct. 1, 11 a.m. as impressive as they are enormous! École Henri-Bourassa (MN). , Molson Park (RPP). IH w Cancelled Sun. Oct. 2, 3 p.m. Contes et frissons pour tout-petits. Ages 4–8. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i V Histoire à dormir debout. Stories and legends to get you in the mood for Fantasia. Théâtre Piccolo Mondo. Puppet theatre. L’Illusion, Théâtre de marionnettes. Ages 5–9. Halloween. Thrills and shivers guaranteed for both With a variety of brightly coloured puppets and Cyrano, Juliette et les autres. A world controlled by a mysterious and rather kids and parents! a highly original set, this show will transport the Théâtre La Comédie humaine. Ages 12 and over. crazy inventor straight out of the fantastical tales Sun. Oct. 23, 1:30 p.m. tiniest of tots to a strange and magical world. No Cyrano, Romeo and Juliette, Tartuffe: some of the of Hoffmann. One of his creatures is a mechanical Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i dialogue, just lots of music and fun! most romantic characters in the history of theatre doll. She’s imprisoned inside a music box, where Sat. Oct. 1, 2 p.m. are brought together in a single play, as La Comédie she pirouettes incessantly. Everything unfolds Cris et coups de pied. Film for kids. Maison de la culture Maisonneuve (MHM). i Humaine takes on the challenge of updating the according to the inventor’s desires, until, one day, a A French-language version of “Kicking and classical repertory. Stage direction: Yvon Bilodeau. canary comes along to upset everything… Screaming.” Egged on by his father Buck, who La historia de la oca. Part of the Festival mondial des Actors: Élyse Aussant, Olivier Loubry, Jean Petitclerc, Sat. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. used to be a coach, Phil Weston decides to train arts pour la jeunesse. Ages 8 and over. Danielle Proulx, Paul Savoie, Linda Johnson. Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i his 10-year-old son’s soccer team in the hope of A Spanish-language production of “L’Histoire de Thu. Oct. 6, 8 p.m. Fri. Oct. 28, 7 p.m. leading them to victory in a hotly contested league l’oie” (The Tale of Teeka), a Quebec play which Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Dollard-des-Ormeaux Civic Centre (DR). IH championship. has been performed hundreds of times here and Sun. Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. Sat. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Sun. Oct. 23, 2 p.m. around the world, winning numerous awards. In Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i this production from the Mexican theatre company Fri. Nov. 4, 7 p.m. Los Endebles, the director Boris Schoemann offers La princesse aux bretelles. Polyvalente de Pierrefonds (PS). , Le monstre et les cinq oursons. a new interpretation of Michel Marc Bouchard’s Jacques Boutin, puppeteer. Ages 4–8. Sun. Nov. 6, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. La Simagrée, Théâtre de marionnettes. renowned work. Presented with French and English The adventures of a princess who proudly wears Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Mama Bear loves being with her five cubs. But, surtitles. suspenders, much to the consternation of her Salle Jean-Eudes (RPP). i just like every other mother, she has to go out to Sat. Oct. 1, 2 p.m. father, the King. Sat. Nov. 12, 2 p.m. do her shopping. Before leaving home, she never Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Fri. Oct. 7, 3:30 p.m. Kirkland Sports Complex (KI). , fails to warn her little ones: “Don’t open the door Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Sun. Nov. 13, 3 p.m. to anyone!” But, one day, a very ravenous (and Une lune entre deux maisons. Sat. Oct. 8, 2 p.m. Auditorium de l’école secondaire Jean XXIII (DID). , cunning) monster comes lurking around their Théâtre Les Lucioles. Ages 3–6. Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Fri. Nov. 18, 3:30 p.m. house… Two children become more sociable, learning to Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Wed. Oct. 26, 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. know and complement each other. They were S.O.S. Paix. Sat. Nov. 19, 2 p.m. Thu. Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. alone, but now they are together. In fact, they’re Marionnettes du bout du monde. Ages 6–12. Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , Bibliothèque Henri-Bourassa (MN). IH inseparable! Little ones will be sure to recognize Olivier is born in a country that wages war themselves in Plume and Taciturne, these two everywhere in order to impose its power. Sylvie, J’aime... Empreinte bleue. Don Quijote. Animated film in Spanish. whimsical characters who have become the his mother, fervently wishes for peace to reign Multidisciplinary event. Ages 4–11. The amazing tales of an idealistic Spanish knight greatest friends in the world. throughout the world. She is a doctor in a hospital A “no-holds-barred” multidisciplinary happening and his faithful but pessimistic companion, Sancho Sat. Oct. 1, 2 p.m. where soldiers returning from the front are treated. where youngsters actively participate, where Panza. A great way to introduce children to Kirkland Sports Complex (KI). IH Pierre, Olivier’s father, also works for peace. He literature, dance, art, music and video all play a role. Cervantes’ classic novel. In Spanish with English Sun. Oct. 16, 2 p.m. secretly patrols space and sabotages the antimissile Fasten your seat belts, and let your imagination fly! subtitles. Presented in celebration of the 400 years Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). , stations that his country has placed in orbit. Sat. Oct. 22, 2 p.m. since Don Quixote was first published. Sat. Oct. 8, 3:30 p.m. Sun. Oct. 23, 2 p.m. Part 1. Sat. Oct. 29, 3 p.m. Ti-Jean et le pauvre diable. Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Part 2. Sun. Oct. 30, 3 p.m. Théâtre de Deux Mains. Ages 4–10. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). IH Sat. Oct. 29, 2 p.m. Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). IH The devil has captured the beautiful Princess Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension (VSP). i Juliette. In order to free her, Little John has to

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Il était une toute petite, petite bonne femme. Les Deux Colombes. La coccinelle: Tout équipée. Océane. Dimanche Jeune Famille. Ages 3–8. Christèle Pimenta. Musical tale with puppets. Ages 4–10. Herbie, a very special Volkswagen Beetle, has a host A song-filled show that inspires children to dream. Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Two friends are drawn deep into a forest by the of new tricks under his hood as he carries everyone Océane, a young adventuress, roams the world in a Stories and songs that tell us about some tiny mysterious song of an enchanting bird. Soon, the along in this amazing full-throttle comedy! sailboat with her faithful friends Monsieur Macareux creatures: Mr. Louse, Mrs. Flea and a very irritated trees surround them with evil spells from times Sun. Nov. 13, 12:30 p.m. (a clumsy puffin) and Boussole (a young dolphin). Miss Beetle… Our gentle storyteller Christèle gone by… Centre des loisirs (MN). , Sun. Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Pimenta weaves her combined French-Portuguese Sun. Oct. 30, 3 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, 3:30 p.m. Théâtre Outremont (OU). , heritage into exciting tales that will take your little Salle Pauline-Julien (ISS). , École Henri-Bourassa (MN). , ones to the farthest reaches of their imaginations. Ma sorcière bien-aimée. Film for kids. Sun. Oct. 30, 11 a.m. La crise. Théâtre Motus. Ages 4–9. V La Bonne Femme. Sun. Nov. 27, 12:30 p.m. École Simone-Desjardins, Pavillon Gouin (RPM). i Mother is really in a rush this morning and Samuel, Théâtre Bouches décousues. Ages 4–8. Centre des loisirs (MN). , who just doesn’t understand the reason for all the The Wandering Woman journeys from town to town Sun. Nov. 27, 3:30 p.m. Charlie et la chocolaterie. commotion, has a fit! Although he’s hiding under the with Lélé, her sick old elephant. One night, while École Henri-Bourassa (MN). , The only son of a poor family, Charlie Bucket makes bed, the two of them look for a solution together. By preparing her witch’s soup, she relates the story a lucky find inside a chocolate bar: one of five imagining the story of a mythical goddess of anger of her life… Her tales are made of clouds and snow, L’Armoire. Théâtre de l’Avant-Pays. golden tickets for a guided visit inside Willy Wonka’s and a tiger hunter, they’ll discover new ways of grunts and tickles; and hiding under her rough Céleste and her parents are soon going to move, legendary candy factory, which no outsider has understanding each other. exterior there’s a heart of gold. leaving a wardrobe and its contents behind. seen for over 15 years. Personally leading Charlie Sun. Nov. 6, 2 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, 1:30 p.m. However, Céleste doesn’t want to leave without first and his other guests on a tour of this fabulous Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – seeing what’s inside… place, Willy Wonka proves to be quite the strange Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. character. And he’s got quite a few surprises in Éloi et le chamois. Sat. Nov. 26, 2 p.m. Théâtre Outremont (OU). , store for his visitors! Théâtre de la Pointe du Moulin. Ages 2–6. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Sun. Oct. 30, 12:30 p.m. Come help little Éloi get from his bed to the mountain Les Amatinées. Ensemble Amati. Centre de loisirs (MN). , side! His friend the little chamois goat needs help… La maladie fantastique. A string orchestra of 13 musicians with a common Fri. Nov. 11, 10 a.m. Les Amis de chiffon. Ages 4–8. aim: to let the whole family discover the wonderful L’épouvantail Ficello. Elgar Community Centre (VE). , A family enjoying a quiet riverside life suddenly world of classical music. Storytelling with Rose-Lise the Fairy. Sat. Nov. 12, 2 p.m. finds itself suffering from a mysterious illness: even Sun. Nov, 27, 2 p.m. Poor Ficello! He reacted too fast and now he’s Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , their craziest dreams are becoming reality. But Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , really put his foot in it. Nevertheless, his gaffe will watch out, it’s contagious! gradually lead him to realize the importance of Comme les cinq doigts de la main. Sat. Nov. 12, 2 p.m. Le grand bal de Noël. respecting the property of others. Bouge de là. Dance. Ages 4–10. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i Journeying from their own faraway floes, three 2 Sun. Oct. 30, 2 p.m. Sometimes comical, sometimes athletic, but always Sun. Nov. 13, 2 p.m. penguins come to attend Christmas celebrations at Kirkland Library (KI). IH full of dance, this show is a sensory adventure Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). , the North Pole. But the doors to the great holiday Wed. Nov. 16, 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. where music, smells, textures, taste and images party are closed to them! In order to join the fun, Thu. Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. are brought together in a hilarious celebration of Et si papa était un ogre. they have to make up a Christmas song in just a few Bibliothèque Henri-Bourassa (MN). IH perception. Théâtre des Casse-Pinottes. minutes… Will they be able to do it? Sat. Nov. 12, 2 p.m. Little Crinoline is leafing through her favourite Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. Hansel and Gretel. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i book, “The Horrible History of Ogre,” when she Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles (RPM). i Les Jeunesses Musicales du Canada. starts to realize that her daddy has all the signs Sat. Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Opera for kids. Ages 6–10. V Le Golem de Montréal. of someone turning into an ogre: he snores very Kirkland Sports Complex (KI). , Hansel and Gretel are out in the forest looking A film by Isabelle Hayeur. Ages 6–12. loudly, eats like a horse, and gets angry about the Sun. Dec. 4, 11 a.m. for berries when, before they know it, night has A simultaneously funny and tragic adventure story silliest little things… Galerie d’art d’Outremont (OU). , fallen. They manage to fall asleep but, come for children, inspired by the Jewish legend of the Sun. Nov. 20, 11 a.m. dawn, they become prisoners of a wicked witch. Golem of Prague. Eleven children aged 6 to 12 École Simone-Desjardins, Pavillon Gouin (RPM). i Pin Pon. Ages 2–7. A presentation of the celebrated Brothers Grimm decide to create a statue (a golem) and bring him A lovely moment of fun with Pin Pon. Through song fairytale in opera form. to life from the bottom of a snow-filled bathtub. To 2 Not So Dumb. Geordie Productions. Ages 7–12. and dance, tricks, jokes and all sorts of surprises, 2 Sun. Oct. 30, 3 p.m. their amazement, the magic works, and a seven- Straight-A student Victor just doesn’t get Binnie young audiences will be swept away in a swirl of Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i foot-tall giant appears! He’s not very bright, but and Rocky’s difficulties with reading, writing merriment. Sun. Dec. 4, 11 a.m. quite harmless… and arithmetic. Then one day the two boys show Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. École Simone-Desjardins, Pavillon Gouin (RPM). i Sat. Nov. 12, 2 p.m. him the other side of the coin. Victor learns that Cégep André-Laurendeau, Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i what’s obvious to one person may not be so clear Salle Jean-Grimaldi (LS). , to another. Sun. Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i

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L’Héritage de Darwin. Théâtre Le Clou. Faux départs. DynamO Théâtre. J’aime. photo: Simon Ménard. photo: Robert Etcheverry. photo: Sylvie Pinsonneault.

Le Noël hanté de Casper. Film for kids. Le Noël de Monsieur Scrooge. Gourmandises et diableries. Family party with Matapat. Casper the Friendly Ghost spends Christmas with Théâtre Pupulus Mordicus. Ages 4–10. Stories for kids with Renée Robitaille. Ages 6–12. Holiday concert and fun. us in this brand new adventure full of fun and Inspired by the famous Charles Dickens story, this Part of Montréal, World Book Capital 2005-2006. Songs, audience participation, and lots more festive supernatural surprises! show takes us into a bizarre land of dreams where Renée Robitaille brings us a show inspired by activities are on the agenda for this evening of fun. Sun. Nov. 27, 2 p.m. the life of that hopeless miser, Mr. Scrooge, gets the stories of her own book, “Gourmandises et A one-of-a-kind group, Matapat brings together Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i turned upside down. diableries.” Accompanied by two musicians, she four performers of traditional Quebec music with a Sun. Dec. 4, 3 p.m. tells three stories from Africa, Quebec and the tabla player from Northern India. Noël Noël. Film for kids. Salle Pauline-Julien (ISS). , Balkans. These traditional tales involve a host of Sat. Dec. 17, 7 p.m. Ages 7 and over. L’ONF à la maison. lively, colourful characters who help us understand Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville (AC). i Follow the adventures of Zoé and her little Les trois voeux. our relationships with others, and have fun along dachshund Snooze as they go in search of an Puppet theatre by Jacques Boutin. the way. Un ourson noir du Pôle Nord. escaped reindeer on Christmas night, and end One day in December, while lounging on a cloud, Sat. Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Les contes géants. Ages 2–6. up meeting the legendarily horrible Christmas the Spirit of Christmas has a tremendous hiccup. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Charlot, a young black bear, has moved to the Creature! Also on the programme: “Noël Noël… sous It shakes him so violently that he loses his balance North Pole with his mother. When he arrives at l’emballage,” a film that takes us behind the scenes and falls down to earth. The Spirit finds refuge with Planète Baobab. L’Arsenal à musique. his new nursery school, he discovers that all his at the celebrated animation studio of the National a peasant couple, and grants them three wishes in Musical show for kids. Ages 4 and over. classmates are white bears! But Charlot soon learns Film Board of Canada. thanks. But then a jealous neighbour demands three This powerful musical, just brimming with mystery, to recognize and value their differences. Sat. Dec. 3, 2 p.m. wishes too. Will he be blessed by fate as well? fantasy and emotion, introduces us to Saint- Sun. Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Maison de la culture Frontenac (VM). i Wed. Dec. 7, 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Exupéry’s Little Prince and other characters from 2 Sun. Dec. 18, 3 p.m. Sun. Dec. 4, 2 p.m. Thu. Dec. 8, 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. his extraordinary world. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal (PM). i Bibliothèque Henri-Bourassa (MN). IH Sat. Dec. 10, 2 p.m. 2 Sat. Dec. 17, 2 p.m. Auditorium Le Prévost (VSP). i Le Rêve de Pinocchio. Théâtre de Sable. Kirkland Library (KI). , Puppet theatre. Ages 4–9. Sun. Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Souris Bouquine. Ages 3–8. Pinocchio is an ungrateful little rascal (but one with Maison de la culture Mercier (MHM). i Souris Bouquine has reinvented the way we a big heart). He wants to escape from the pages tell stories. Dancing and portraying storybook of his own story. Then his forays into the world Tempête d’ange. La Masquerêverie. characters along with her young audience, she lead him through mirrors that reflect back his own Ages 4–10. shows that reading can be a tremendous amount image, and he starts to reconsider… You think an angel’s life is exciting? Getting out of fun! Sat. Dec. 3, 3 p.m. just once a year, only to stand around at the top Sat. Dec. 17, 1:30 p.m. Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo (SLE). , of a Christmas tree? And, what’s more, having your Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – wings frozen when you’re outside! No way! Angela Pavillon de l’Entrepôt (LA). , Aucassin et Nicolette. has had enough! She dreams of escaping to a warm This medieval fable tells the wonderful and sad country. Pain d’épice. L’Illusion, love story of Aucassin, whose father forbids him Fri. Dec. 9, 3:30 p.m. Théâtre de marionnettes. to marry the sweet Nicolette, a beautiful Saracen Elgar Community Centre (VE). , Ages 2 and over. slave. An enchanting show that lets young and old Sat. Dec. 10, 2 p.m. A true Christmas present for the little ones. “Pain discover the melodies and instruments of another Centre culturel de Verdun (VE). , d’épice,” inspired by a traditional English story, era, and, above all, the importance of song as a Sun. Dec. 18, 2 p.m. tells of a gingerbread man who comes to life, if only means of communication. Théâtre du Grand Sault (LS). , for a short time. Sat. Dec. 3, 3 p.m. Sat. Dec. 17, 2:30 p.m. Sun. Dec. 4, 3 p.m. Les vrais doigts de fée. Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges (CN). i Bilingual storytelling with Rose-Lise the Fairy. Studio 1 (RPP). i Ages 4–8. Bring your pyjamas! Sun. Dec. 18, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Miroir, miroir... Les Nuages en Pantalons. Someone’s just found a tiny little mitten in the Théâtre Outremont (OU). , Theatre for kids. Ages 8–12. enchanted forest. Whoever could it belong to? Beside a lake, Mirko tries to glue the pieces of a Fri. Dec. 9, 7 p.m. broken mirror together. This mirror is extremely Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall (PC). i precious to the little boy: his mother left it to him before she disappeared beneath the waves in a terrible shipwreck. Inspired by myths associated with the mirror, this show addresses questions about reality and identity. Sat. Dec. 3, 3 p.m. Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (CN). i

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[AC] Ahuntsic-Cartierville, 514-872-8749 [LS] LaSalle [PM] Plateau-Mont-Royal, 514-872-2266 [SLA] Saint-Laurent, 514-855-6110 Église de la Visitation Cégep André-Laurendeau, Salle Jean-Grimaldi Église de l’Immaculée-Conception Cégep Saint-Laurent, Salle Émile-Legault 1847 Gouin Blvd. E. 1111 Lapierre St., 514-367-6373 1855 Rachel St. 613 Sainte-Croix Ave. Église évangélique arménienne Centre culturel Henri-Lemieux Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Chapelle Saint-Louis Centre des loisirs de Saint-Laurent 11 455 Drouart St. Théâtre du Grand Sault 4237 Henri-Julien St. 1375 Grenet St. Maison de la culture Ahuntsic-Cartierville Galerie Les Trois C Maison de la culture du Plateau-Mont-Royal Église Saint-Sixte 10 300 Lajeunesse St., 514-872-8749 7644 Édouard St., 514-367-5000 465 Mont-Royal Ave. E. 1895 De l’Église St., 514-747-7621 Maison du Pressoir or 514-747-7776 [ISS] L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève– [PC] Pointe-Claire du parc-nature de l’Île-de-la-Visitation Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue John Rennie School Theatre [SLE] Saint-Léonard, 514-328-8400 10 865 Du Pressoir St., 514 280-6783 Harpell Community Centre 501 Saint-Jean Blvd. Galerie Port-Maurice [AN] Anjou, 514-493-8200 60 Saint-Pierre St. Pointe-Claire Cultural Centre, Stewart Hall Saint-Léonard Library Église Jean XXIII L’Île-Bizard Library 176 Lakeshore Rd., 514-630-1220 8420 Lacordaire Blvd. 7101 De l’Alsace Ave. 500 Montée de l’Église, 514-620-6257 Stewart Hall Art Gallery Théâtre Mirella et Lino Saputo Salle Pauline-Julien 176 Lakeshore Rd., 514-630-1254 8350 Lacordaire Blvd. [BB] Beaconsfield–Baie d’Urfé, 514-428-4480 15 615 Gouin Blvd. W., 514-626-1616 St-Joachim of Pointe-Claire Church [SO] Sud-Ouest, 514-872-2044 [CN] Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce 2 Sainte-Anne St. [MHM] Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve Église Saint-Irénée Maison de la culture Côte-des-Neiges Auditorium du Jardin botanique [RPM] Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles– 3044 Delisle St. 5290 Côte-des-Neiges Rd., 514-872-6889 4100 Sherbrooke St. E. Montréal-Est Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay Maison de la culture Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Collège de Maisonneuve, Salle Sylvain Lelièvre Bibliothèque Rivière-des-Prairies, Salle 6052 Monk Blvd., 514-872-2044 3755 Botrel St., 514-872-2157 3800 Sherbrooke St. E., 514-872-2200 d’exposition Théâtre Corona Saidye Bronfman Centre Église Saint-Nom-de-Jésus 9001 Perras Blvd. 2490 Notre-Dame St. W. 5170 Côte-Sainte-Catherine Rd. 4215 Adam St. Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets [VE] Verdun [CHM] Côte-Saint-Luc–Hampstead– Maison de la culture Maisonneuve 7000 Marie-Victorin St. Centre culturel de Verdun Montréal-Ouest, 514-484-6806 4200 Ontario St. E., 514-872-2200 Cité Rive, Phase 4 5955 Bannantyne St., 514-765-7170 Eleanor London Public Library Maison de la culture Mercier 7095 Gouin Blvd. E. Église Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs 5851 Cavendish Blvd., 514-485-6900 8105 Hochelaga St., 514-872-8755 École Simone-Desjardins, Pavillon Gouin 4155 Wellington St., 514-765-7150 10 004 Gouin Blvd.E. [MN] Montréal-Nord Elgar Community Centre [DR] Dollard-Des Ormeaux–Roxboro Église Saint-Joseph Bibliothèque Henri-Bourassa 260 Elgar St., 514-765-7270 Dollard-des-Ormeaux Civic Centre 10 050 Gouin Blvd. E. 12 001 De Salaberry Blvd., 514-684-1011 5400 Henri-Bourassa Blvd. E., 514-328-4125 Maison Beaudry [VM] Ville-Marie Cégep Marie-Victorin, Salle Désilets 14 678 Notre-Dame St. E. Centre d’histoire de Montréal [DID] Dorval–L’Île-Dorval 7000 Marie-Victorin St. Maison de la culture Pointe-aux-Trembles 335 Place D’Youville, 514-872-3207 Auditorium de l’école secondaire Jean XXIII Centre des loisirs 14 001 Notre-Dame St. E., 514-872-2240 Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur 1301 Dawson Ave. 11 121 Salk Ave., 514 328-4150 Maison de la culture Rivère-des-Prairies, 100 Sherbrooke St. E., 514-872-5338 Dorval Cultural Centre École Henri-Bourassa 514-872-9814 Maison de la culture Frontenac 1401 Lakeshore Rd., 514-633-4180 6051 Maurice-Duplessis Blvd. Dorval Library Maison du Bon Temps 2550 Ontario St. E., 514-872-7882 1401 Lakeshore Rd., 514-633-4170 [MR] Mont-Royal, 514-734-2928 8000 Gouin Blvd. E. [VSP] Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension, Église de la Présentation Reginald J. P. Dawson Library [RPP] Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, 514-872-1730 514-872-6131 665 De l’Église St. 1967 Graham Blvd. Cinéma Beaubien Auditorium Le Prévost Schofield Hall, Borough office 2396 Beaubien St. E. 7355 Christophe-Colomb Ave. [KI] Kirkland, 514-630-2719 90 Roosevelt Ave. Kirkland Library Maison de la culture Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Salle de diffusion Parc-Extension 17 100 Hymus Blvd., 514-630-2726 [OU] Outremont Studio 1, Studio 2 421 Saint-Roch St. Kirkland Sports Complex Galerie d’art d’Outremont 6707 Lorimier Ave. [W] Westmount, 514-989-5226 16 950 Hymus Blvd., 514-630-2719 41 Saint-Just Ave., 514-495-7419 Molson Park Théâtre Outremont Beaubien and D’Iberville streets [LA] Lachine, 514-634-3471 1248 Bernard St. W., 514-495-9944 Salle Jean-Eudes Complexe culturel Guy-Descary – 3535 Rosemont Blvd. Pavillon de l’Entrepôt [PS] Pierrefonds-Senneville, 514-624-1100 2901 Saint-Joseph Blvd., Église Marie-Reine-de-la-Paix 514-634-3471, ext. 302 11 075 Gouin Blvd. E. Église des Saints-Anges-Gardiens Pierrefonds Cultural Centre 1400 Saint-Joseph Blvd. 13 850 Gouin Blvd. W. Musée de Lachine Polyvalente de Pierrefonds 1 Du Musée Rd., 514-634-3471, ext. 346 13 800 Pierrefonds Blvd. mid-september 2005 - mid-january 2006

arts calendar Renée Lavaillante. Le jardin de Gabrielle, for the Sud-Ouest borough les anges musiciens. exhibitions in progress... exhibitions coming up… shows

Divulgation d’un lieu secret. Alexandre Pouliot. Portraits d’Asie du Sud-Est. singers Festival de photographie amateur de Montréal. Oct. 20 – Dec. 4 Until Oct. 16 Alexandre Pouliot is back from Thailand and This event promotes photography as a creative Vietnam with a highly personal view of what he has Marie-Claire Séguin. Mille Traversées. process while getting Montrealers interested in seen. After travelling from city to city, and being Once again Marie-Claire Séguin has a surprise in the art form. Now in its second year, the festival amazed by the spectacle of life there, he brings us store for us with her latest show and album, “Mille invites 60 participants to come up with images of “Extrémités de la vie,” an exhibition of photographs Traversées.” She takes us through a landscape a particular place where it’s good to be alone with portraying life’s extremes, where youngsters can of emotions: heart-rending, fine and vibrant. An oneself. The festival is organized by the City of be seen side-by-side with lively oldsters in images engaging artist, a woman of head and heart, an Montréal as part of the city’s cultural celebrations. full of hope and experience. The black-and-white astonishing vocalist. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH photographs focus on the character and personality Wed. Sept. 21, 8 p.m. of the people shown, evoking the close ties between Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i Renée Lavaillante. generations. Le jardin de Gabrielle, les anges musiciens. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH Caïman Fù. Pop rock. Until Dec. 4 The singer-songwriter and actor Isabelle Blais (from Renée Lavaillante, whose work ranges from V After Notman: the film “Les Aimants”) and her team take us on a abstract to figurative, presents an in-depth study of Photographic Views of Montréal A Century Apart. unique musical journey that mixes rock and song drawings based on a motif. Much of the inspiration Oct. 20 – Dec. 4 in a cabaret atmosphere. You’ll be entranced by the for this exhibition comes from Lavaillante’s visit to Between July 1999 and January 2001, Andrzej freshness of this playful and original show. the remains of Gabrielle Roy’s garden at Petite- Maciejewski recreated 34 vintage photographs Fri. Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Rivière-Saint-François. Here the perennials are from William Notman’s popular studio, which Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i fighting it out with wild vines, a reminder ofthe functioned from 1863 to 1918. The reproduction nature vs. culture struggle. Lavaillante has used technique is designed to give an exact image of Paule-Andrée Cassidy. rough drawing tools (bamboo shoots and twigs) an existing photo: same site, same surroundings. After numerous European tours (including one to produce 100 small drawings, forming a huge The viewer gets a look at Montréal’s evolution over with Gilles Vigneault), and top honours from the interactive mural. These nature-based drawings more than a century. “Académie Charles Cross” for her 2002 album evoke the memory of an almost mythical place. The Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH “Lever du jour,” Paule-Andrée Cassidy is back exhibition addresses fundamental aspects of the with a new show that features young songwriters garden that inspired the great novelist. Casse-Noisette en 3D. like Sophie Anctil, Stéphane Robitaille, and Tomás Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH Photography and concept by Roland Lorente. Jensen. True to her own style, Cassidy’s show will be Dec. 8, 2005 – Jan. 8, 2006 theatrical, but with a minimum of props and effects. This unusual exhibition, prepared with the help of She gets down to basics, and from the first note, Les Grand Ballets Canadiens de Montréal, focuses feeling is everything. on images of famous characters from Tchaikovsky’s Wed. Nov. 23, 8 p.m. ballet “The Nutcracker.” The exhibits feature a Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i process that’s been around for a century and a half: stereoscopic pictures with complementary colours are superimposed to give a three-dimensional look. The life-sized images and the beauty of the ballet also heighten the realism of this particular 3-D experience. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH

The events presented by the Conseil des arts de Montréal en tournée are included in the regular arts calendar for the boroughs of Montréal, Zoom Culture.

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Marie Uguay. La nuit de la poésie. La part des femmes, L’Ensemble Romulo Larrea Le canal de Lachine with Verónica Larc. Marie-Claire Séguin. 1825-2005. Tango du cœur. Mille Traversées. classical music and opera rock, hip-hop, poetry & literary events alternative, techno Chants des Noëls, anciens et nouveaux. La nuit de la poésie. La part des femmes, Christmas concert. Le canal de Lachine 1825-2005. This feast for lovers of Christmas music features Nico Lelièvre. P’tit gamin. “À chaque poème, je remets ma vie au monde,” baritone Marc Boucher and conductor Olivier A new album in March, musician-in-residence wrote Quebec poet Marie Uguay. This event Brault with the period-instrument group “La petite at the Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay since features a number of readings by Quebec poets musique de théâtre.” They will perform 19 Christmas last spring, a performance at the FrancoFolies de and a moving homage to Marie Uguay, as well as a songs comprising the entire manuscript collection Montréal this past summer… whoah! Nico Lelièvre show by Chloé Sainte-Marie. A memorable evening of Christophe Ballard’s work, published in Paris in has got the pedal to the metal. This young composer directed by Mouffe and presented in collaboration 1703 as “Chants des Noëls, anciens et nouveaux.” is endowed with a natural feel for Francophone rock with the Société de développement du canal de Several of these songs have come down to us music; he and his band are ready to give audiences Lachine and the Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay. as familiar carols. You’ll recognize “Venez divin all the energy and passion they can handle. Fri. Sept. 16, 9 p.m. to 3. a.m. Messie,” “Ah! Quel grand mystère,” “Bel astre que Wed. Sept. 28, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). IH j’adore” and “Ça Bergers.” The audience will be Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i invited to participate by supplying the “responses” to several canticles. Fri. Dec. 16, 8 p.m. storytelling Église Saint-Irénée (SO). i jazz, blues, folk, country Deux univers féminins. Christèle Pimenta and Renée Robitaille. traditional & world music Quebec Intercultural Storytelling Festival. Trio Matt Herskowitz. Jazz. This biennial storytelling festival brings together A native of New York, Matt Herskowitz has been guest raconteurs from Quebec and abroad. Christèle Tango du cœur. living in Montréal for six years. His undeniable Pimenta, a young storyteller from Portugal, and our Ensemble Romulo Larrea with Verónica Larc. talent and versatility on the keys have given him an own Renée Robitaille invite you to a rendezvous This brand new show looks back at 25 years of impressive threefold career: classical pianist, jazz with two women’s worlds, a chance to share stories performance by the Ensemble Romulo Larrea, and pianist, and composer in both genres. He performs that are touching yet filled with humour and features an unusual fusion of Quebec song and with the drummer Benoît Clément and the bassist imagination. Argentine tango, from Leclerc to Vigneault via Frédéric Darveau. Wed. Oct. 26, 8 p.m. Léveillée, Lévesque, Gauthier, Plamondon, Lelièvre Wed. Oct. 12, 8 p.m. Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i and others. This highly original musical hybrid Maison de la culture Marie-Uguay (SO). i produces riveting arrangements and innovative forms. The Ensemble Romulo Larrea and singer Verónica Larc let us experience a unique meeting between the heart of Francophone culture and the spirit of Buenos Aires — a new opus that includes the best of the Quebec repertoire, sung and played. Tue. Nov. 15, 8 p.m. Théâtre Corona (SO). i

To find addresses and contact information for venues inthe Sud-Ouest borough, refer to the “cultural venues” section on page 24 of Zoom Culture.

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