Centaur Theatre
A key actor on the Montréal cultural scene
Montréal is a dynamic city whose inspiring diversity is reflected in its artistic life. Founded in 1969 and located in the heart of Old Montréal in Canada’s first Stock Exchange building, Centaur Theatre brings stories to the stage that expand and deepen audiences’ perceptions of the world. Centaur believes in the power of theatre to strengthen communities by fostering empathy, imagination, and dialogue.
A theatre for all communities
Centaur presents world-class English-language theatre while building bridges across Montréal’s diverse populations. By partnering with Francophone companies and cultural organizations, the theatre reflects the city’s multilingual and multicultural identity. Accessibility is central to Centaur’s mission: Theatre of Tomorrow introduces thousands of students to live performance each year, while the Youth Accessibility Program provides discounted tickets to more than 2,000 young people in and out of school. Through All My Relations, Indigenous audiences enjoy $15 admission, and seniors benefit from reduced pricing as well.
Centaur’s programming champions equity, diversity, inclusion, and community well-being. Alongside its subscription series of full-length plays, initiatives such as the Indigenous Artist Residency, Queer Reading Series, and WinterWorks festival showcase new works from diverse voices. These programs are made possible thanks to the generosity of partners like Power Corporation and Canada Life.
BY THE NUMBERS
Year of the foundation of the Centaur Theatre
The seating capacity of the Theatre's two performance spaces, located in Canada's first stock exchange building in Old Montreal
young people receive discounted tickets each year to Centaur Theatre’s programming
