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THEATRE
8 Ways My Mother Was Conceived May 24 – May 27 A Mary Beth Production. Written and performed By Michaela Di Cesare.Thu-Sat 8pm; Matinee: Sat-Sun 2pm. Rialto Theatre 5723 Parc. 514 268-7069
Haunted Hillbilly To Jun 03 Hyram Woodside, a naïve yet charismatic country music star and his bloodsucking couturier named Nudie are both on the rise to stardom, and are not above using one another to get there. A SideMart Theatrical Grocery production. Adapted by Graham Cuthbertson from Derek McCormack’s novel. Directed by Andrew Shaver. Centaur Theatre 453 St-Francois Xavier.
Life and Times – Episode 1 (FTA) May 30 – Jun 01 By Kelly Copper & Pavol Liška. North American Premiere presented by Festival TransAmériques. 7pm, Cinquième Salle, Place des Arts 260 de Maisonneuve W. 514 842-2112
Now at the Hour To May 26 Written and performed by Christian Cagigal. A semi-autobiographical tale about Cagical who was raised by a father, a Vietnam Vet afflicted with PTSD and Schizophrenia. 8pm, $20 / $15 students & seniors. Rialto Theatre 5723 Parc. 514 268-7069
Poutine Masala To May 27 A Quebecois Bollywood love story written by Stefan Cedilot, directed by Olivier Berthiaume. 8pm; Matinee: 2pm on May 20, 26, 27. No show May 21, 22, 23. $23. Mainline Theatre 3997 St-Laurent. 514 849-3378
PERFORMANCE
Attachée – OFFTA May 26 – May 27 Installation / performance by Line Nault. Sat at 5pm. Sun at 1pm. Usine C 1901 rue de la Visitation. 514 521-4198
Daphnis et Chloé with Kent Nagano & Cirque Éloize May 28 Kent Nagano conducts the magnificent Ravel ballet score. Cirque Éloize adds a new visual dimension to this musical tableau inspired by Greek mythology. 8pm, SOLD OUT. Maison symphonique de Montréal, Place des Arts 175 Ste-Catherine W.
Eclectik 2012 May 25 – May 26 The 5th edition of the MAI’s annual multidisciplinary event invites a multitude of artists to respond to the theme “ailleurs ici”, the same encircling citation that has driven its 13th season. Performers, dancers, writers, actors, songwriters and interdisciplinary artists will celebrate artistic experimentation with 13 performances, including four brand new creations. 8pm, MAI (Montréal, arts interculturels) 3680 Jeanne-Mance 514 982-1812
Kumbia Orchestra May 30 Presented by the Barefoot Salsa Collective. An evening of dance, music and circus. 8:30pm, Sala Rossa 4848 St-Laurent.
National Circus School Grande Finale Show May 29 – Jun 10 As a grand finale to its 30th anniversary year, the National Circus School puts 24 talented graduates in the spotlight for two new productions: Génération 2.0 and La flèche au cœur (The Arrow in the Heart). Tue-Sun, $25 and up / Children (12 and under): $15 and up. May 29 & 30: Premières by invitation only. May 31: Fundraiser Gala. Call or visit tohu.ca for the list of show times. Tohu, la Cité des arts du cirque 2345 Jarry E. 514 376-TOHU, 1 888 376-TOHU
The Lactation Station Breast Milk Bar – OFFTA May 26 Quench your curiosity at the Lactation Station Breast Milk Bar! Audiences are invited to ‘quench their curiosity’ by tasting samples of pasteurized human breast milk – an interactive performance art piece conceived and presented by Jess Dobkin. Usine C 1901 rue de la Visitation. 514 521-4198
DANCE
(M)IMOSA May 25 – May 26 Combining their choreography with the social performance codes of voguing, the choreographers and dancers Cecilia Bengolea, François Chaignaud, Trajal Harrell and Marlene Monteiro Freitas plunge into extreme combat in defence of the freedom to play with personality, gender and identity. Meet the artists after the performance on May 26. 9pm, $35. Under 30 / Over 65: $30. Presented as part of the FTA. Cinquième Salle, Place des Arts 260 de Maisonneuve W. 514 842-2112
Chutes Incandescentes May 25 – May 27 Benoît Lachambre and the musician, performer and dancer Clara Furey combine their many talents in a solo for two bodies. Presented as part of the FTA. 7pm, $35. Under 30 / Over 65: $30. Agora 840 Cherrier. 514 525-7575, Tix: 514 525-1500
Danse Sans Frontière May 24 With Estelle Lavoie. 9pm, $10. Balattou 4372 St-Laurent, corner Marie-Anne. (514) 845-5447
Danza de Luz May 25 Presented by Anadanse. 8pm. Sala Rossa 4848 St-Laurent.
En attendant – FTA May 29 – May 30 A living legend in the Western dance world, Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker goes back in time to create a blend of dance and music. 8pm, $45. Under 30, over 65: $40. Usine C 1901 rue de la Visitation. 514 521-4198
Heart as Arena May 29 – May 31 Choreographed by Dana Gingras. Presented as part of the FTA. 8pm, $30. Under 30 / Over 65: $25. Agora 840 Cherrier. 514 525-7575, Tix: 514 525-1500
Liklik Pik – OFFTA May 26 – May 27 Dance performance by George Stamos. 10pm. Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui 3900 St-Denis. (514) 282-3900
Sideways Rain May 24 – May 25 By Brazilian choreographer Guilherme Botelho. Meet the artists after the performance on May 25. Presented as part of the FTA. 8pm, $45 / $40. Under 30 / Over 65: $40 / $35. Théâtre Jean-Duceppe – PdA 175 Ste-Catherine W.
Tango tabac / alcool / ecstasy May 27 An evening of tango followed by a Milonga with DJ Michel Auzat. 8pm, $25. Rialto Theatre 5723 Parc. 514 268-7069
The Body in Question(s) May 28 – Jun 01 By Curator/Choreographer: Isabelle Van Grimde. 6:30pm, $20/$18 for 30 and under & 60 and over. Galerie de l’UQAM 1400 Berri, room J-R120. 514 987-8421
COMEDY
5 Dollar Tuesdays May 29 Every week features a new showcase of comics. Hosted by Mike Paterson. Lots of hilarity, only 5 bucks! 8:30pm, Comedy Works 1238 Bishop. 514 398-9661
Best of Open Mic May 27 With 7 of the month’s best open-micer’s duking it out for a weekend spot. Hosted by Eman. With Massimo and Ryan Wilner. 8:30pm, $7. Comedy Works 1238 Bishop. 514 398-9661
Coalition des Improvisateurs Anonymes (CIA) May 28 The french improv troupe takes the stage every Monday at 9pm. $3. Café Campus 57 Prince Arthur E. 514 844-1010
House Team Night May 26 MicroMacro and Public School are back at Montreal Improv and ready for a night of funny make-em-ups. Each troupe has its own distinctive style and format which is sure to please. 7pm, $6. Montreal Improv Theatre 3713 St. Laurent, 2nd floor.
Improv Madness May 30 Every Wednesday see Montreal’s longest running improv troupe perform quick witted rapid fire style improv, oh yeah! 8:30pm. $7, $5 students. Comedy Works 1238 Bishop. 514 398-9661
Jon Fisch May 24 – May 26 Following his impressive appearances, Jon was singled out by both the Hollywood Reporter and the Montreal Gazette as a “standout performer”. 8:30pm; Late show Fri-Sat 11pm. Comedy Works 1238 Bishop. 514 398-9661
Laugh Tracks May 27 – May 28 5 of Montreal’s most daring comedians combine stand-up and music in a hilarious tribute to both mediums! Mike Paterson (CTV’s Comedy Now), Rodney Ramsey (Just For Laughs), Nick Brazao (opener for Jon Lajoie), Leighland Beckman and Guido Cocomello. 7:30pm & 10pm. $15. Comedy Nest Pepsi Forum 2313 Ste-Catherine W. (Atwater / Ste-Catherine). 514 932-6378
Moody McCarthy May 24 – May 26 As seen on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live and NBC’s Last Comic Standing, McCarthy waxes hilarious on family, friends, dating, drinking, and sometimes he’ll even throw in a little political commentary. 8:30pm; Late show Sat 10:30pm. $12-$15 / $6-$10 students (no student discount Sat). Comedy Nest Pepsi Forum 2313 Ste-Catherine W. (Atwater / Ste-Catherine). 514 932-6378
Open Mic Night May 30 Come on down and cheer on those who would bare their souls. It’s cheaper than therapy and way more fun. If you would like to perform send your contact info to openmic@comedynest.com. 8:30pm, $5. Comedy Nest Pepsi Forum 2313 Ste-Catherine W. (Atwater / Ste-Catherine). 514 932-6378
Smackdown Improv May 25 Montreal Improv’s signature show: 2 teams of improvisors fight for the Smackdown trophy; the audience decides the winner. 8pm, $8. Montreal Improv Theatre 3713 St. Laurent, 2nd floor.
Sugar Sammy – You’re Gonna Piss Your Pantalons To May 26 A franglais show. Tickets / show dates at admission.com. L’Olympia 1004 Ste-Catherine E.
Sunday Night Improv May 27 Improvisers are selected at random to be in scenes which are then scored by the audience. Those with the lowest scores are eliminated until there is only ONE survivor! 8pm, $7 / $5 students. Théâtre Ste-Catherine 264 Ste-Catherine E. 514 284-3939
Way The Hell Off Broadway May 26 Under the live musical direction of John Gilbert, the players, Kirsten Rasmussen, BJ Walsh, and Adina Katz whip up scenes, make up songs, and create a mini-musical. 9pm, $8. Montreal Improv Theatre 3713 St. Laurent, 2nd floor.
SPOKEN-WRITTEN
Guillaume Morissette May 24 Join the author for the launch of his debut collection of stories and poems at 7pm. Maison Kasini 372 Ste-Catherine W., #408. 514 448-4723
Jason Price Everett May 24 Join the author for the launch of his latest work, “Hypodrome.” Doors at 6pm. Casa del Popolo 4873 St-Laurent. 514 284-0122
Knock em Dead Spoken Word Show May 28 Come and listen to the conscious sounds of spoken word poetry and musical expressions featuring established and up and coming artists in the city. The last Wednesday of every month at 8pm, $5. Goree Restaurant 1240 Crescent. 898-9633
Lunchtime Series May 24 Alain Fréchette, Head of Education and Cultural Services at the Stewart Museum, gives an illustrated presentation on the fascinating exhibitions and exciting programming at the Museum, which is located in a former British military complex on le Sainte-Hélène. 12:30pm, free but donations welcome. Coffee and biscuits will be served. Atwater Library 1200 Atwater, Westmount.
Mirror Reading May 24 Mirror Read Books are printed in reversed text so when held up to a mirror, they are easy to decode. Meet Dr. Shelagh Robinson, Montreal Psychologist and creator of Mirror Read Books. Children and their parents are invited to attend at 2pm. Babar Books 46 Avenue Ste Anne, Pointe-Claire.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
2012 Montréal Chamber Music Festival: Celebrating Shostakovich, Part I-IV To May 25 The world famous Pacifica String Quartet in a unique performance of all 15 of Dmitri Shostakovich’s string quartets. A four night event. 8pm, Église St-Georges 1101 Stanley. 514 866-7113
Ensemble Sinfonia de Montreal May 26 Performing works by Vivaldi, Dvorak and C. Goldmark. 7:30pm, $25, student/senior: $15, 12 and under: free. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall 7141 Sherbrooke W. 514 848-4848
Igudesman & Joo – A Little Nightmare Music May 30 Igudesman & Joo, two hilariously funny and very accomplished musicians bring comedy and a touch of slapstick to what they consider an otherwise overly serious business. 8pm Église St-Georges 1101 Stanley. 514 866-7113
Isabelle Rozyck May 30 Piano recital at 7pm. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall 7141 Sherbrooke W. 514 848-4848
Jazz TD: Sylvain Luc and Alain Caron – 2012 Montréal Chamber Music Festival May 26 TD Jazz tonight presents guitarist Sylvain Luc and bassist Alain Caron in performance at 8pm. Église St-Georges 1101 Stanley. 514 866-7113
La Fusion Musicale May 26 Violinist Nune Melikjan performs at 4:30pm. $15/$20. Christ Church Anglican Cathedral 635 Ste-Catherine W. 514 843-6577
Lakeshore Concert Band Gala Concert:Danse May 25 The Lakeshore Concert Band is presenting a special dance-themed gala concert. The band will be premiering works by acclaimed Canadian composer Bob Buckley and dance performances by prominent Canadian choreographers. 8pm, $20, students/seniors: $15. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall 7141 Sherbrooke W. 514 848-4848
Marie-Lyne Phare May 24 Voice recital at 7pm. Oscar Peterson Concert Hall 7141 Sherbrooke W. 514 848-4848
Mozart–The Complete Viola Quintets, Part I – 2012 Montréal Chamber Music Festival May 29 The Cecilia and Afiara String Quartets join violists Michael Tree, ex of the Guarnieri String Quartet and Barry Shiffman ex of the St. Lawrence String Quartet to present three quintets. 8pm, Église St-Georges 1101 Stanley. 514 866-7113
Opéra de Montréal – Faust To May 26 To regain his youth, Doctor Faust makes a deal with the Devil. All-new production by Alain Gauthier. May 24, 26 at 7:30pm, Salle Wilfred-Pelletier, Place des Arts 175 Ste-Catherine W. 514 790-1245, 514 842-2112
Revelation Ravel – 2012 Montréal Chamber Music Festival May 27 ne of the world’s finest violinists and a charismatic soloist, James Ehnes returns to the Festival for two evenings. He will be joined by cellist Robert deMaine and pianist Andrew Armstrong. 3:30pm, Église St-Georges 1101 Stanley. 514 866-7113
St. Lawrence Choir’s 40th Anniversary Concert May 26 St. Lawrence Choir celebrates the culmination of its 40th Anniversary season with one of the greatest choral works of all time – Mozart’s Great Mass in C Minor. The choir will be joined by the Longueuil Symphony Orchestra and a quartet of well-known young Canadian soloists in Charlotte Corwin (soprano), Tracy Smith Bessette (soprano), Isaiah Bell (tenor), and Alex Dobson (baritone). 7:30pm, $15-$45. Eglise St-Jean Baptiste 309 Rachel E.
Stravinsky: The Soldier’s Tale May 24 The OSM performs led by conductor Nathan Brock at 6:30pm. Maison symphonique de Montréal, Place des Arts 175 Ste-Catherine W.
Wheels in Motion: A Journey South May 25 – May 26 Concert starts at 8pm with music by The Yellow Door Choir,. $20 / $15 for students. Proceeds from the concerts will benefit Cyclo Nord-Sud and the important work that they do collecting used bicycles and shipping them to poor communities in Southern countries. Unitarian Church of Montreal 5035 de Maisonneuve W.
