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The Lyric Theatre Singers Present Their Annual Holiday Concert Free and Online
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
The Lyric Theatre Singers make a much anticipated return with their beloved Christmas event, only this time the Holiday cheer will be delivered virtually! Candlelight Christmas from Our Home to Yours, will be free and available to watch live on Facebook and YouTube, on December 17th, 18th and 19th, 2020 and will remain online for the duration of the holiday season.
Black Theatre Workshop 50th Anniversary Program to Open with SANCTUARY, January 15
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2020
Black Theatre Workshop will kick off its 50th Anniversary season with the annual Discovery Series, which will be streamed live on the BTW Facebook page on January 15, 2021. The series presents a reading of a new work in development and this year's play is Sanctuary by BTW's newly appointed Artistic Associate, Lydie Dubuisson.
La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines Presents CA A L'AIR SYNTHETIQUE BONJOUR
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2020
La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines will co-present with LA SERRE - arts vivants Ça a l'air synthétique Bonjour-Hi scheduled for January 25, 26 and 29, 2021, the latest creative proposition by the ‘’collective’’ formed by Burcu Emeç, Michael Martini, Nien Tzu Weng and Roxa Hy.
Centaur Theatre Presents WILDSIDE FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
Centaur Theatre will present the 24th edition of the Wildside Festival, taking place online from January 11th to 23rd, 2021.
South Asian Film Festival of Montréal Announces Winners
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 03, 2020
Kabir Centre for Arts & Culture, is pleased to announce the jury award-winners of the 10th edition of its annual South Asian Film Festival of Montréal (SAFFMontréal), a true Covid-19 success story. The awaited closing film was the Canadian documentary, Because We are Girls.
METAs Recipients Announced for the 2019-20 season
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
The Montreal English Theatre Awards Committee is proud to announce the recipients of the 2019-20 METAs, Montreal English theatre's largest and most important peer-juried awards. The 8th Annual METAs Ceremony was held this Sunday evening, November 29th and was streamed virtually to both the METAs' YouTube page and Facebook page.
SMCQ Discusses its History in New Podcast
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2020
The Société de musique contemporaine (SMCQ) takes a trip back in time with its first 20-30 minute 12-episode podcast, SMCQ : l'histoire, beginning on October 22 on smcq.qc.ca, and all podcasting platforms.
Segal Centre Underneath The Lintel Goes Virtual
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
For its first onstage production since March, the Segal Centre is proud to announce a collaboration with the renowned French-language theatre Théâtre du Nouveau Monde (TNM). Performances of Underneath the Lintel were originally planned for both a live – at reduced capacity and with new health and safety guidelines in place – and live stream audience.
Infinithéâtre Announces Winner of Write-On-Q! Playwriting Competition
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
Every year Infinithéâtre seeks innovative and challenging new works by dedicated Québec and Indigenous playwrights for their Write-On-Q! Québec playwriting competition. This is the only Canadian theatre company with a playwriting prize that awards the substantial sum of $5000, and the biggest literary prize in Québec. 
Amélie Bergeron Appointed Artistic Co-Director of Festival Les Coups de Théâtre
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2020
Rémi Boucher, director of Festival Les Coups de Théâtre, and the members of its board have announced the appointment of Amélie Bergeron to the position of artistic co-director. Theatre artist and director, Amélie Bergeron has been programming director at Théâtre jeunesse Les Gros Becs in Québec City since 2018.
Cirque Du Soleil Entertainment Group Confirms Closing of Sale Transaction and Emergence From Creditor Protection
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2020
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group announced today the successful closing of a sale transaction with its secured lenders (the 'Lenders') and its emergence from creditor protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act ('CCAA') in Canada and Chapter 15 in the United States.
The 20th Edition Of The Media Food Drive to Begin November 23
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2020
Despite the present challenges, the 20th edition of the Media Food Drive will take place from November 23 to December 24. Recent months have been tough for thousands of Quebecers, which makes the support provided by the campaign more important than ever. An exclusive survey presenting a full picture of the situation will be released on November 30.
Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal Will Present APPROXIMATELY CLOSE
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
Les Ballets Jazz de Montreal will present Approximately Close, a new dance video which will premiere on the company's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Imago Theatre's ARTISTA Applications are Open
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
ARTISTA is Imago Theatre’s free mentorship program for young women* that nurtures collective empowerment through theatrical experimentation. ARTISTA supports young women to take their stories onto public platforms. With support from professional artist mentors, ARTISTA builds  independence and confidence in artistic craftsmanship and offers insight into the diverse facets of Montreal’s theatre industry.  
Bell Media and Grandé Studios Increase Commitment To Québec Content Creation Through New Partnership
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2020
Bell Media and Grandé Studios announced today a new partnership that will bring increased resources to Québec’s French-language content creation and production communities. Bell Media has acquired a minority investment in the Montréal-based company, which provides production facilities, camera and lighting equipment rentals in Montréal and Toronto, and technical services to the local and international TV and film production industry. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
BWW Review: PAPILLON at La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines
by Tara McGowan-Ross - November 13, 2020
Celebrated Montreal choreographer Helen Simard looks for the internal logic of chaos in a show that mixes contemporary and urban dance. Exploring themes of ingenuity, resistance, adaptation and resilience, it opened to an empty theatre.
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites! Nominees include the Segal Centre and more!
Montreal International Dance Festival Announces Artists and Program Schedule
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
After months of preparation, Infini D, a non-profit organization, unveil the complete program and the participating artists for the first edition of the Montreal International Dance Festival (FidMtl) which will be held from November 18 to 22, 2020. After several delays and change of programming, all events on the schedule of this new festival in the greater metropolitan region will be held in virtual mode and all for free!
Segal Centre The Musical Stage Company Presents UNCOVERED: NOTES FROM THE HEART
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
Each year, thousands of audience members flock to Toronto's renowned The Musical Stage Company signature concert UnCovered to discover the stories hidden within familiar pop songs. Now, for the first time, Montreal will have access to this riveting and deeply moving show filled with inspirational voices on Saturday, November 21, 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, November 22, 11:00 a.m.
Talisman Theatre Presents HABIBI'S ANGELS: COMMISSION IMPOSSIBLE
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2020
Talisman Theatre presents Watch Habibi's Angels : Commission Impossible, written by Kalale Dalton and Hoda Adra, directed by Sophie Gee, November 23 to December 5th 2020 at La Chapelle, Scènes Contemporaines. On-line streaming as of December 2nd 2020.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Globe Theatre Cancels the Remainder of its 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2020
The Globe Theatre has announced the cancellation of the remainder of its 2020|2021 season. With the challenges faced due to the pandemic, the theatre cannot confidently deliver the revised lineup of shows while adhering to public health restrictions that would allow artists and audiences to gather safely.
Image+nation, Canada's Original LGBTQ+ Film Festival, Announces Halloween Edition
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2020
It's Trick or Treat time and image+nation is here to bring the Treats to you, directly to your home to watch and share! image+nation, Canada's first LGBTQ film festival and pioneering platform of queer stories, brings you its first Halloween special edition, I+N HORREUR: because sometimes it's scary being queer.
Opéra de Montréal Streams Puccini's LA BOHEME
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2020
The Opéra de Montréal will launch its online season with Puccini’s 'La Bohème.'
Two Weeks Left To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2020
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Montreal Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!

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