Start The New Year on The Right Foot with Laughter, Inspiration and Awe, Watching These Talented Artists Hit the Stage.
Place des Arts are legendary for hosting some fantastic musical concerts, but we must remember the countless theatre, dance, and comedy shows they host. Never lacking in quality, Place des Arts has hosted some amazing comedic legends, especially when the Just for Laughs festival comes around every July. In January, Quebecois comedians take center stage and only aim to make you laugh and forget everyday problems for at least an hour.
Montreal does not have Broadway, where theatre and musicals are hosted, but Place des Arts can easily fill that role. Place des arts will also have mesmerizing dance performances featuring incredible dancers and beautiful musical scores to keep you thoroughly entertained. In January, you will have plenty of opportunities to beat the winter blues watching any of these shows and an easy date night idea that can be coupled with a nice meal at a Montreal Restaurant or hitting up a local bar for a drink after the show. Here is what is coming up in January at the Place des Arts.
Comedy
Adib Alkhalidey-Quebecois Tabarnak
Date and Time: Friday January 6th, Saturday January 6th 8:00pm
Venue: Salle Wilfrid Pelletier
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/fr/evenement/adib-alkhalidey-quebecois-tabarnak-salle-wilfrid-pelletier
Adib Alkhalidey stormed onto the music scene in 2012, bringing his unique perspectives of moving to Quebec from Morocco and becoming a Quebecois Tabarnak! Adib has not limited his work to the stand-up comedy stage but also writes and acts in television and movies and also released a musical album in 2020 titled Les Coeur’s du Mal. No matter what medium Adib chooses to weave his hilarious stories, there will always be a little controversy that will follow.
Sam Breton- Au Pic Pis A Pelle
Date and Time: Friday January 13th 8:00pm
Venue: Theatre Maisonneuve
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/fr/evenement/sam-breton-au-pic-pis-a-pelle
Sam Breton is having his first one-man show hit the road all over Quebec, and after a performance in December in Montreal, he returns in January to Place des Arts. During his tour, Breton has sold over two hundred thousand tickets for a good reason. Breton is another talented comedic by-product of the Ecole Nationale De L’Humour, which has helped many other famous artists hone their skills. Breton is highly expressive and quickly gets you into a laughing mood the moment he hits the stage.
Simon Leblanc-Deja
Date and Time: Monday January 26th 8:00pm, more dates to come in February and April
Venue: Theatre Maisonneuve
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/fr/evenement/simon-leblanc-d%C3%A9j%C3%A0-0
Simon Leblanc is no stranger to the comedic stage, and at the age of 32, he is already an award-winning stand-up comedian. Leblanc started turning heads in 2014, winning the “Decouverte” award (Discovery award) at the Gala Les Oliviers and also won author of the year alongside Olivier Thivierge for the show they created titled “Tout Court.” Leblanc is obsessed with the stage, and on his third major tour titled “Deja”, you will get more than just a few giggles.
DANCE
Batsheva Dance -Hora the Movie
Date and Time: From January 9th to 29th On demand
Venue: Webcast
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/en/event/batsheva-hora-movie
This Digi dance webcast takes place nearly all month long in January allowing viewers to stay in the comfort of their homes while watching an epic Dance performance. Ohad Naharin and Roee Shalti work together to combine beautiful dance choreographies and use video effects to create the ultimate visual experience. The webcast is one hour long and can be viewed anytime once you purchase your online tickets.
Compagnie Marie Chouinard- “M”
Date and Time: Tuesday January 31st 8:00pm
Venue: Theatre Maisonneuve
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/en/event/compagnie-marie-chouinard-%C2%ABm%C2%BB
Marie Chouinard is a Quebecois dance choreographer, and in her latest masterpiece, “M”, she uses her thirty years of experience in dance for an epic performance. Emotions flow through the 12 dancers performing to a brilliant musical score that will captivate for the entire one-hour show. You will dive deep into how the human body can move even in the smallest of movements while exploring the beauty of the human body as well.
Theatre-Musicals
Come From Away
Date and Time: From January 10th to January 15th 2:00pm and 8:00pm shows
Venue: Salle Wilfrid Pelletier
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/en/event/come-away
On September 11th in 2001 the earth stood still while the World Trade Center in New York was struck down by airplanes to the horror of everyone watching. Flights heading into the United had to be diverted; this is where the story of Come from Away begins. A small town in Newfoundland opened its arms to 7000 thousand of stranded travelers, and the musical play dives into the heart-wrenching stories that follow. Come From Away was a smash hit on Broadway and has now traveled worldwide, sharing the inspiring story of common humanity and kindness.
Symphorien
Date and Time: Saturday January 14th 8:00pm
Venue: Theatre Maisonneuve
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/en/event/symphorien
Quebecois theatre hits its stride with Symphorien, where we follow Miss L’Esperenace and a unique cast of misfits in their quest for love and more on the stage. The setting is a boarding house where characters from diverse backgrounds converge and collide trying to resolve their personal issues. Expect laughter, drama, and outstanding performances by the actors who embody the legendary characters they play.
Gaz Bar Blues
Date and Time: From January 18th to January 29th 3:00pm, 7:30pm, 8:00pm showings
Venue: Theatre Jean Duceppe
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/en/event/gaz-bar-blues
Gas Bar Blues was originally a movie that has now been transformed into a play without losing allure. Gas Bar Blues is about struggling with disease and old age while trying to survive an ever-changing world. The setting is a Gas Bar struggling to compete with a modern gas station looking to wipe the competition out. Will Francois Brochu learn to let go and enjoy life before it is too late, or will he hold on to his Gas Bar even if it crushes him?
Les Voisins
Date and Time: From January 20th to January 22nd 2:30pm, 8:00pm showings
Venue: Theatre Maisonneuve
Tickets: https://placedesarts.com/fr/evenement/les-voisins
This is the last hooray for Les Voisins and their 40th-anniversary tour with four shows in January. Les Voisins is a wildly popular Quebecois play that perfectly captures the dynamics that can occur between neighbors in Suburbia. Les Voisins will have you laughing in one instance, and in others, you will feel the pain that tragic events can trigger. Catch Les Voisins before they exit stage left for the final time.
