Mirages and Miracles | Animate the Inanimate

Ever wonder what would happen if the inanimate objects around moved or told stories? That being said, various tech companies are currently playing in the Virtual and Augmented Reality fields and developing cool new tools to explore this. Certainly, artists love such tools because they allow them to create in whole new dimensions! For example, take Mirages and Miracles, the newest interactive AR/VR exhibit at … Continue reading Mirages and Miracles | Animate the Inanimate

Imagine Van Gogh | Daydreaming at Arsenal Contemporary

One of the things I love about art is that it’s in constant evolution. As such, the work of previous artists inspires and influences new creations in multiple artistic mediums! This is exactly what you would see at the Imagine Van Gogh exhibit taking place at the Arsenal Contemporary (2020 William St) from December 6th to February 2nd. More specifically, expert visual curators explore the … Continue reading Imagine Van Gogh | Daydreaming at Arsenal Contemporary

Winter’s Daughter | Family Secrets Unveiled at Segal Centre

Walking down the street, I find myself creating stories for the strangers passing me by.  I think there isn’t a single person out there who doesn’t have a story to tell; from your neighbors, to the shop clerk and to your family. Consequently, these stories are the spark that ignites meaningful artistic creation. That being said,  from November 27 to December 8 the Tableau D’Hôte … Continue reading Winter’s Daughter | Family Secrets Unveiled at Segal Centre

Dramatis Personae Presents Quirky Game Show Play

The more I write for Jano Lapin, the more I discover the amazing depth of the Montreal arts scene. Actually, if you look only a little bit below the surface of what you think you know, there appears a colorful world chock-full of talent and creativity in places you would not expect. For example, I recently discovered Dramatis Personae (a.k.a. the Westmount Community Theatre). As … Continue reading Dramatis Personae Presents Quirky Game Show Play

Le Balcon Music Hall | Fantastic Performance by Marie-Christine Depestre

Looking for a lovely place to unwind and enjoy live tunes without being crammed into an amphitheater?  Le Balcon Cabaret Music Hall offers a range of musical evenings fit for the refined modern crowd.  Nestled in the heart of downtown Montreal next to le Quartier des Spectacles, it is a central location with friendly and cordial staff.   During the night of the performance, you can decide to … Continue reading Le Balcon Music Hall | Fantastic Performance by Marie-Christine Depestre