Photo: Benoit Z LerouxCoups de cœur – February 18-29, 2020 TOHU LiveEvents February 13, 2020 1621 Coups de cœur This unmissable event for all circus aficionados is in its 5th year. The show is directed by Anthony Venisse—known for his praised MONTRÉAL COMPLÈTEMENT CiRQUE creations. It features a selection of the most talented artists from around the world. It’s a true celebration of the circus in all its forms. Each performance is both playful and highly emotional, and hosted by a colourful master of ceremonies. It emphasizes excellence, diversity and creativity. The magnificent circular hall, adorned with red velvet, mirrors and chandeliers, takes the audience into the plush and intimate atmosphere of Spiegeltents and cabarets. Emotion and awe collide as carefully chosen acts are performed in their original format, following each other to make a fabulous portrait of contemporary circus. Incredible discoveries await, with impressive artists of diverse backgrounds—members of the most high-profile companies! *Please note that the animation will be in French. Artists KYLE DRIGGS (UNITED STATES), UMBRELLA JUGGLING ANGELICA BONGIOVONNI (UNITED STATES), CYR WHEEL DENIS DEGTYAREV CIRQUE DU SOLEIL (RUSSIA), AERIAL MAST GUILLAUME KARPOWICZ (FRANCE), DIABOLO KYLE CRAGLE (UNITED STATES), BALANCE/DRAG CONTORSION KLARA MOSSBERG ET REGINA BAUMANN (SWEDEN), SMOOTH ROPE LANSANAYAH (GUINÉE), KALABANTÉ PRODUCTIONS, ACROBATIE ET PYRAMIDE HUMAINE ALSO, TWO ARTISTS FROM THE NATIONAL CIRCUS SCHOOL ANTINO PANSA, (FRENCH GUINEA), SOFT WIRE (February 18 to 22) LEELA MASURET, (UNITED STATES), AERIAL FABRIC (February 23 to 29 ) For tickets and information: www.tohu.ca 514-376-8648 About TOHU Located at the centre of the Cité des arts du cirque, TOHU is a place for dissemination, creation, experimentation and convergence of culture, environment and community involvement. Since its 2004 inception, it has become an example of sustainable development through culture. A unique hall in North America: the 360-degree circular hall is in the purest circus tradition. This distinctive feature can accommodate unusual shows and original creations. LA TOHU 2345 Jarry Street East Montreal H1Z 4P3
