DESCRIPTION
Officially inaugurated in 1967 and named after the founder of
Montreal, Paul de Chomedy, Sieur de Maisonneuve,
Théâtre Maisonneuve is a modern-day rendition of a
classical Italian theatre. With a seating capacity of 1,458,
Théâtre Maisonneuve is the ideal setting for variety
shows, particularly comedy performances which often remain on its
bill for several weeks. The hall is also a perfect venue for
performances by smaller companies and soloists, for musical
comedies, and for film presentations. Les Grands Ballets Canadiens,
for the contemporary part of their series, the McGill Chamber
Orchestra, Orchestre Métropolitain du Grand Montréal
and Société Pro Musica are all permanent residents of
Théâtre Maisonneuve. The Danses en Saison
series, created by the producers of the Festival international de
nouvelle danse and I Musici, recently adopted this hall.
SEATING PLAN (PDF)
Click here to
download the seating plan.
LOCATION
- Locate the parking entrance on Google
Maps
- Locate the hall on the Place des Arts map
SPECIAL NEED
SERVICES
Assistance for persons with reduced mobility
During the shows, a member of the reception staff is specifically
designated to assist persons with reduced mobility. Customers who
require assistance must report to the main security desk.
Aids for the hearing-impaired
Théâtre Maisonneuve is equipped with an audio
system that enables hearing-impaired spectators to tune their
digital receivers into the frequency of the system in order to
receive the signal of the show. Members of the audience wishing to
avail themselves of this service must bring their own digital
receivers. Frequency 89,9
CLOAKROOM
Cloakroom service is available during the season (from October to
May) at a cost of $2.5 per item.
BAR
Bar of Jean-Gascon Foyer
Bar of Foyer-Mezzanine
FOYER
Salon vert
It is located along the backstage corridors on the 5th floor. The
room was renovated in November 2001 and has a capacity of
approximately 30 people.
Informal conference hall
Located at the entrance of the corbeille (dress circle),
this area was designed in November 2001 as a venue for informal
discussions or pre-show conferences. It has a capacity of
approximately 100 people.
Jean-Gascon Foyer
Renovated in November 2002, the foyer was named after Jean Gascon
(1921-1988) an internationally renowned actor. With its splendid
view of Place des Arts’ outdoor quadrangle, the foyer is
decorated with a piece of artwork – a curtain consisting of
thousands of small acrylic blocks held together by suspended steel
wires. The view created when the sun’s rays hit the curtain
is breathtaking.
Behind the bar, a sculpture by Charles Daudelin (1920-2001) adds
beauty to the landscape of steel cubes and concrete. In front of
the bar, a sculpture of Jorge Donn (1947-1992) reminds spectators
of the brilliant dancer. The foyer has a capacity of over 800
people standing; it can seat 350 for banquets.
Mezzanine Foyer
Overlooking the Jean-Gascon Foyer, the Mezzanine Foyer on the
corbeille level (dress circle) can be used as a reception
area. It has a capacity of 250 people standing; it can seat up to
150 people for conference or 125 people for banquets.
