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J’ai aussi écrit un livre | When literature takes to the stage
July 16 to 20, 2025Salle Claude-LéveilléeTwo comedians, two books, one subject.
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Comedy · Stand-up
Concours Scène Ouverte Juste pour rire
July 17 to 19, 2025Salle Claude-LéveilléeThe prestigious Scène ouverte Juste pour rire competition is coming to Montreal for two electrifying evenings where the best emerging talents will compete to go on a European tour!
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Magic in 2025: Illusion Meets New Tech
As Place des Arts is presenting Luc Langevin’s new show in July and August, we asked ourselves how the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) might be affecting the world of magic in 2025.
Article Interviews Show
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.
Article Recommendations Festival
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.
Article Interviews Festival