THE QUARTIER DES SPECTACLES BLOG

You know it’s summer in Montreal when the big festivals get rolling. And there’s always something for every taste – if you love music, comedy or circus, you’re in luck because there’s an incredible variety of days and nights out for you to choose from in the coming weeks. (Reading Time: 4 min.)

Montreal’s famous francophone music festival is celebrating its 35^th anniversary this summer, and it’ll have plenty of special surprises. (Reading time: 4 min.)

This summer, Nouveau Centre is hosting a summer program designed to appeal to folks of all ages. Discover a wide variety of fun and creative experiences. (Reading time: 3 min.)

Here in Montreal, we don’t wait for the official start of summer to dive right into our favourite season – terrasse season! And the Quartier des Spectacles is a prime destination for it, thanks to its many inviting places to sip a cold drink or savour a delicious snack. (reading time : 4 min)

Summer isn’t officially here, but it’s definitely terrasse season! The Quartier des Spectacles has loads of great spots to sit outside and sip a drink, grab a bite and hang with friends. Here’s the first instalment in a two-part look at the Quartier’s terrrasses and patios. (Reading time : 4 min.)

Acclaimed French singer and actor Philippe Katerine is also a visual artist, and he’s created a new art movement: Mignonisme (“cute-ism”). He’s currently presenting his quirky, poetic and humorous works in the Quartier des Spectacles and downtown Montreal. (Reading time: 5 min.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Presented as part of the International Festival of Films on Art (FIFA), the video projection La fabrication de forêts futures (“the manufacture of future forests”) by Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist Vincent Charlebois depicts AI-generated forest landscapes. (Reading time: 4 min.)

FIKA(S), whose mission is to promote the Scandinavian and Nordic way of life through. Christel Durand, founder and executive and artistic director, told us about some of the most compelling events and discussed the unique spirit of this wide-ranging festival. (Reading time: 5 min.)

Families take note: with its numerous free activities both indoor and out, the Quartier des Spectacles is a fantastic place to make the most of March Break. Here are 10 super family outings. (Reading time: 4 min.)