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Les Grands Ballets
Ballet, a unifying art form
Experience captivating stories and avant-garde choreographies from the world’s greatest creative minds, all under the artistic direction of the renowned Ivan Cavallari.
As Quebec's first professional ballet company, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens is deeply involved in the creation, production and development of the discipline. Its annual programming draws inspiration from some of the most beloved stories in the field, always offering a unique interpretative approach.
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Contemporary Ballet
Midsummer Night Dreams
October 29 to November 1, 20265 performancesSalle Wilfrid-PelletierFrom William Shakespeare’s ancient Greek forest to Guillaume Côté’s contemporary creation, Midsummer Night Dreams has transcended the centuries without losing any of its mystery.
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Classical Ballet
The Nutcracker
December 5 to 30, 202621 performancesSalle Wilfrid-PelletierChoreographed by Fernand Nault to Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score and inspired by E. T. A. Hoffmann’s tale, The Nutcracker has, over the decades, grown from a ballet into an enduring family holiday tradition. Its staging exudes timeless poetry and a warmth we are always delighted to rediscover, year after year.
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Classical Ballet
Cinderella
February 24 to 28, 20276 performancesSalle Wilfrid-PelletierMet with great enthusiasm when it premiered in 2023, this production now returns to the stage. Inspired by both the Brothers Grimm’s tale and Charles Perrault’s version, and carried by Prokofiev’s radiant score, choreographer Jayne Smeulders has created a ballet of remarkable poetry, where magic, humour, and emotion intertwine.
The passion for dance expressed in every way
This is the mission embraced by Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, founded by Ludmilla Chiriaeff. While it is achieved through the company’s creations, it also extends to its involvement in the Canadian dance community. This includes offering recreational activities in its studios and supporting the National Centre for Dance Therapy. The aim is to highlight the benefits of dance while igniting a passion for the art in anyone who is drawn to it. This commitment also led to the creation of The Nutcracker Fund, which introduces thousands of children to ballet each year.
Renowned for their excellence, creativity, and boldness, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens are fully engaged in their community while also shining on stages around the world.
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