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Visual Art
Histoires d’Invincibles
June 3 to July 20, 2025Salle d'expositionDiscover Histoires d’Invincibles, an exhibition that showcases 11 inspiring Afro-descendant figures, highlighting the importance of history and diversity.
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Dance
Battles, cyphers, and freestyle — where the street takes the stage
August 28 to 31, 2025Multiple venuesStreet dance takes over the Esplanade at Place des Arts! JOAT Festival international de street dance brings together dancers and onlookers in a vibrant atmosphere where styles collide, talent shines, and the raw energy of movement is front and center.
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Just For Laughs : 4 Must-See Shows at Place des Arts
It should come as no surprise to learn that Just For Laughs (JFL) Montreal is the world’s largest comedy festival: from July 16 to 27, some 1,700 artists, actors, comedians, and other showbiz pros will take over the Quartier des Spectacles.
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Juste pour rire: From Nostalgia and New Faces to Le meilleur des décennies
This year, the Juste pour rire Festival is presenting Le meilleur des décennies in Théâtre Jean-Duceppe at Place des Arts. We spoke to comedian and screenwriter Suzie Bouchard, who will host Le meilleur des décennies and a show dedicated to the 2020s.
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Festival de Lanaudière: Classical Music’s Elite, Naturally
The Festival de Lanaudière returns in full force for its 48th edition with a remarkable lineup. As the largest open-air classical music festival in North America, the Festival is back with 25 concerts featuring 1000 local and international artists.
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