Théâtre Maisonneuve

Théâtre Maisonneuve is a performance venue within the Place des Arts complex designed to accommodate more than one thousand spectators. The stage hosts dance performances, concerts, and theatrical productions with its contemporary facilities.

The venue opened in 1967 as part of the cultural infrastructure created for the world fair, establishing Montreal as a significant cultural center. This period marked the beginning of the city's transformation into a major destination for the performing arts.

The theater hosts several resident companies that perform regularly throughout the year, shaping the city's artistic identity. Audiences gather here to experience these organizations, which have made this venue a central gathering place for dance and music lovers.

Access is through the Place des Arts complex building with various foyer and waiting areas available. Visitors should arrive early to explore the available spaces and get oriented before performances begin.

The Jean-Gascon foyer features a striking art installation made of tens of thousands of transparent blocks that create shifting light patterns. This artwork transforms a typically functional space into something visually engaging that visitors often discover by accident.

Location: Ville-Marie

Inception: 1967

Official opening: 1967

Capacity: 1453

Part of: Place des Arts

Website: https://placedesarts.com/en/venue/th%C3%A9%C3%A2tre-maisonneuve

GPS coordinates: 45.50880,-73.56540

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45