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THE QUARTIER DES SPECTACLES BLOG

The blog of the Quartier des Spectacles is a window on the people and places that make Montreal’s cultural heart beat. From festivals to performance venues, from restaurants to avant-garde art. Every week, you’re invited to discover the city’s liveliest square kilometre!

Maison Théâtre celebrates its 40th anniversary

  • 25
  • April
  • 2024

Over the last four decades, Maison Théâtre has established itself as Montreal’s top youth theatre. We spoke with director Isabelle Boisclair, who discussed the past, present and future of this venerable Montreal institution. (Reading time : 5 min.)

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The Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal turns 90

  • 12
  • April
  • 2024

The Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal is one of our oldest cultural institutions. Since 1934, the OSM has entertained and educated generations of music lovers, and it has been a talent incubator. We spoke with the OSM’s executive director, Madeleine Carreau.(Reading time: 5 min.)

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With Ville orchestre, everyone's an artist

  • 4
  • April
  • 2024

With the return of spring and warmer weather, the city is coming out of hibernation! On the Promenade des Artistes, you’ll find Ville orchestre, a fun new interactive musical installation that’s taking over from the iconic 21 Balançoires/21 Swings. (Reading time: 4 min.)

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