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A musical journey on every occasion
Artists from all over the planet are frequent visitors to the stages of Place des Arts, showering us with distinctive sounds from different cultures. Unique opportunities abound to experience authentic, colourful performances year-round, via regular programming as well as returning events like the Arab World Festival of Montréal, the Festival TransAmériques and Printemps Nordique. World and Folk music take audiences on a voyage of discovery with every listen, as seen in the gamut of styles featured at PdA, ranging from Gospel music to African rhythms, Scandinavian sounds, Japanese percussion, the passion of Flamenco and much more. Place des Arts is a meeting place for every genre under the sun!
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World Music
5 à 7 musicaux avec Nuits d'Afrique
February 19 to 21, 2026Salon urbainStart your evening on a high note with musical discoveries from local talent that won't disappoint!
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World Music • jazz
Aguas Trio | Omar Sosa & Yilian Cañizares with Gustavo Ovalles
February 28, 20261 performanceCinquième SalleVisionary pianist Omar Sosa and the fascinating violinist-singer Yilian Cañizares join forces to create Aguas, a magnificent and deeply personal album and live performance.
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World Music
Jean Jean Roosevelt en acoustique
March 22, 20261 performanceSalle Claude-LéveilléeImmerse yourself in the warm and inspiring world of Jean Jean Roosevelt, a French-speaking artist of Haitian origin, gold medalist at the 2013 Francophonie Games and winner of the TV5 Monde Award.
A whole world of music in your hand
Place des Arts’ programmers make sure to feature international stars, giving audiences the chance to delve into our world’s diverse cultures. It’s a mission that’s integral to the organization’s DNA, promising discoveries through openness to other communities and their art forms. Myriad peoples and cultures come together in this highly focused space within our programming, across one-off events, themed series and major festivals, all designed with one goal in mind: to delight audiences. Over the years, internationally renowned artists and groups from all backgrounds have performed under the lights at Place des Arts, nurturing Montréal’s reputation as a global culture destination.
Arab World Festival Must-See Shows
November is shaping up to be a busy month at Place des Arts! Big names and must-see shows are back to set our stages ablaze.
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Alireza Ghorbani: one of Iranian music’s most well-known vocalists, in concert in Montreal
For one night only, Alireza Ghorbani will be stopping in Montreal on his latest concert tour, Iranam.
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Festival Champa: Spotlight on Cambodia in Montreal
To highlight this resilience and celebrate Cambodia, the first edition of the Saison du Cambodge Festival will take place at Place des Arts from May 23 to 25.
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Kodo: The art of taïko at its finest
The Japanese collective Kodo uses their drums and accompanying instruments to create vast soundscapes, bringing their audience to the space between ritual and waking dream. This acclaimed group of taiko drummers is honouring our city.
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4 Songs by KRUTb: Ukrainian music that bridges the gap between tradition and renewal
Singer KRUTb, accompanying herself on bandura, will be in Canada for the very first time this February for a show at Place des Arts’ Cinquième Salle.
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