Centaur 2024-25 Brochure EN

COMING HOME TO CENTAUR

SUBSCRIPTION SERIES WHERE GREAT

SAKURA — AFTER

Written

by

CHEKHOV

Harry Standjofski

Directed by Eda Holmes

A nostalgia-filled comedy that reimagines Chekhov for the 21st century, following a down-and-out family as they face the impending sale of a beloved orchard.

September 17 — October 6, 2024

THREE WOMEN OF SWATOW

Written by Chloé Hung

Directed by Sophie Gee

Three generations of Chinese-Canadian women come together to resolve a bloody situation in this darkly comedic drama from one of the rising stars of Canadian theatre.

November 5 — 24, 2024

Pictured (le to right): Ravyn R. Bekh, Deena Aziz, Stefanie Buxton

Pictured: Sophie Gee

GREAT STORIES BRING US TOGETHER

STRAWBERRIES IN JANUARY — A MUSICAL FANTASY

Written by Évelyne de la Chenelière

Translated by Morwyn Brebner

Directed by Frédéric Bélanger

Musical lovers will rejoice in a new English-language version of the Québécois

classic Strawberries in January, reimagined as a musical fantasy by Frédéric Bélanger and Audrey Thériault with music by Eva Foote and Ludovic Bonnier.

January 21 — February 9, 2025

FOR THE PLEASURE OF SEEING HER AGAIN

Written by Michel Tremblay

Translated by Linda Gaboriau

Directed by Alice Ronfard

Michel Tremblay, Quebec

theatre’s most cherished son, pays loving tribute to his own mother in this moving glimpse into the relationship that inspired him to become the artist he is today.

May 13 — June 1, 2025

Pictured (le to right): Métushalème Dary, Éloi Archambaudoin, Madeleine Schaefer Scovil, Ryan Bommarito

Pictured (le to right): Emmanuel Schwartz, Ellen David

CENTAUR

CENTAUR

CONFABULATION

CONFABULATION

September 7 | December 7 |

September 7 | December 7 |

March 8 | May 3

March 8 | May 3

Confabulation is Montreal’s original, autobiographical storytelling series. We share stories, true as we can tell them — told without notes, props, or gimmicks.

Confabulation is Montreal’s original, autobiographical storytelling series. We share stories, true as we can tell them — told without notes, props, or gimmicks.

Subscription package available in August.

Subscription package available in August.

WINTERWORKS

WINTERWORKS

February 25 — March 15, 2025

February 25 — March 15, 2025

Formerly known as the Wildside Festival, our newly rebranded WinterWorks presents an exhilarating lineup of cutting-edge theatre, showcasing outstanding independent theatre makers. Flex-passes available in August.

Formerly known as the Wildside Festival, our newly rebranded WinterWorks presents an exhilarating lineup of cutting-edge theatre, showcasing outstanding independent theatre makers. Flex-passes available in August.

A co-production between Centaur Theatre and Geordie Theatre

A co-production between Centaur Theatre and Geordie Theatre

JORDAN

JORDAN

March 21 — 30, 2025

March 21 — 30, 2025

Recommended for ages 6+

Recommended for ages 6+

Written by Yvette Nolan

Written by Yvette Nolan

Directed by Jimmy Blais

Directed by Jimmy Blais

In hospital, Jordan River Anderson awakens with newfound abilities, guided by his animated teddy bear, Maskwa. Representing hope and resilience, Jordan highlights the importance of Jordan’s Principle for equal healthcare for Indigenous communities.

In hospital, Jordan River Anderson awakens with newfound abilities, guided by his animated teddy bear, Maskwa. Representing hope and resilience, Jordan highlights the importance of Jordan’s Principle for equal healthcare for Indigenous communities.

Tickets for family performances are available in August.

Tickets for family performances are available in August.

PLAY CLUB

PLAY CLUB

In the spirit of a book club, the Centaur+ Play Club will meet four times during the season to discuss a selection of plays chosen by Artistic Director Eda Holmes. Join us for the sure-to-be-scintillating discussions over a glass of wine or a cup of tea in the Centaur gallery.

In the spirit of a book club, the Centaur+ Play Club will meet four times during the season to discuss a selection of plays chosen by Artistic Director Eda Holmes. Join us for the sure-to-be-scintillating discussions over a glass of wine or a cup of tea in the Centaur gallery.

SUNDAY CHAT UPS

SUNDAY CHAT UPS

Back by popular demand and beloved by our subscribers, Sunday Chat-ups makes its return, hosted by Lucinda Chodan and featuring engaging conversations with special guests.

Back by popular demand and beloved by our subscribers, Sunday Chat-ups makes its return, hosted by Lucinda Chodan and featuring engaging conversations with special guests.

MUSIC SERIES

MUSIC SERIES

Singer-songwriter Sarah SegalLazar returns for another season of post-show performances in the Centaur gallery. Each edition of the Centaur+ Music Series is intricately woven around the themes of the shows featured in our subscription series, enhancing the theatre-going experience with the transformative power of music.

Singer-songwriter Sarah SegalLazar returns for another season of post-show performances in the Centaur gallery. Each edition of the Centaur+ Music Series is intricately woven around the themes of the shows featured in our subscription series, enhancing the theatre-going experience with the transformative power of music.

CENTAUR EN FRANÇAIS

CENTAUR EN FRANÇAIS

In our commitment to inclusivity within the Montreal theatre-going community we are proud to offer select performances surtitled in French for each of the shows in our subscription series.

In our commitment to inclusivity within the Montreal theatre-going community we are proud to offer select performances surtitled in French for each of the shows in our subscription series.

Thanks to ongoing support from Hydro-Québec, we can offer subscribers great savings while giving you first-choice seats and a host of other perks!

Thanks to ongoing support from Hydro-Québec, we can offer subscribers great savings while giving you first-choice seats and a host of other perks!

Despite rising costs, our commitment to accessibility remains steadfast. We want to ensure that everyone, regardless offinancial means, can experience live performance. Join us in making theatre inclusive for all, with reduced prices across the board.

Despite rising costs, our commitment to accessibility remains steadfast. We want to ensure that everyone, regardless offinancial means, can experience live performance. Join us in making theatre inclusive for all, with reduced prices across the board.

25% DISCOUNT ON YOUR TICKETS

25% DISCOUNT ON YOUR TICKETS

For each of the plays in the subscription series

For each of the plays in the subscription series

10% OFF ADDITIONAL TICKETS

10% OFF ADDITIONAL TICKETS

For any play in the subscription series

For any play in the subscription series

UNLIMITED

UNLIMITED FREE EXCHANGES

FREE EXCHANGES

For the same production

For the same production

FREE MEMBERSHIP

FREE MEMBERSHIP

In the popular Centaur+ Play Club

In the popular Centaur+ Play Club

PERKS CARD WITH SAVINGS

PERKS CARD WITH SAVINGS

From other cultural institutions and businesses across Montreal

From other cultural institutions and businesses across Montreal

Theatre of Tomorrow Sponsor

Theatre of Tomorrow Sponsor

REGULAR SUBSCRIPTIONS

The subscription package price offers significant savings compared to purchasing regular individual tickets for each show.

PREVIEW PERFORMANCE SUBSCRIPTIONS

The preview subscription package provides substantial savings compared to buying regular individual tickets for each show.

Cover photos: (top to bottom / left to right): Emmanuel Schwartz, Ryan Bommarito, Ellen David, Métushalème Dary, Paul Van Dyck, Deena Aziz, Marc-Antoine Kelertas, Ravyn R. Bekh, Madeleine Schaefer Scovil, Éloi Archambaudoin, Stefanie Buxton, Marcel Jeannin, Sophie Gee, Howard Rosenstein

All photos by Carlos Richer