The Monastère, nestled in a unique heritage church in the heart of Montreal, is a sanctuary dedicated to contemporary circus. Intimate cabarets, immersive evenings and professional events take place there in a captivating atmosphere, celebrating the vibrant soul of the circus and limitless creativity. Immerse yourself in the magic with us!
Reviewers describe Le Monastère as a dazzling, electric cabaret circus venue with a grand space, standout lighting, and a sense of intimacy that lets audiences feel close to artists from around the world. Performances mix breathtaking circus skills with humor and French chatter, and while many shows feel intense and visually stunning, some editions lean more toward talking than acrobatics, with pacing that varies from night to night. The ambiance is repeatedly praised as vibrant and energetic, turning the evening into a memorable experience that feels magical and bold and makes it a Montreal staple for discovering new acts each season. The artistry is consistently described as high level, and the overall impression is of a spectacular, unforgettable night, even as a few comments caution about price, a touristy vibe, or occasional service or beverage issues.
5* for the venue, 2* for this year's show Cabaret Divin. Other than two acrobats for 10 minutes, rest of 90 minutes was just talk (in French only) & a couple of songs.
Venue is fantastic, see pictures. Previous shows were better - had more circus & less trying to funny with talk.
Nov 29, 2025
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Un show magnifique, un animateur en feu & des moments à couper le souffle. Une énergie folle, une ambiance unique… franchement, c'est à voir absolument !
Le rendez-vous artistique obligé de chaque saison à Montréal! C'est un lieu privilégié pour voir des artistes des quatre coins du monde explorer & exploiter leur discipline dans toute l'originalité & l'individualité dont iels sont capables! On y rit, on y ressent, on s'émerveille, on retient notre souffle puis on s'esclaffe en pleine admiration! Longue vie au Monastère & aux artistes qu'il nous permet de rencontrer!
Spectacle vraiment impressionant, animation exceptionnelle! Ça en vaut vraiment la peine! Tout est magnifique & original, même la façon d'offrir des consommations!
Deuxième passage au monastère, une ambiance décalée, vous trouverez des numéros tout en délicatesse & poésie & d'autres aussi énergisants qu'un shot de tequila. Le tout sous le signe du spectaculaire dans un décor grandiose !
