Ballets Jazz Montréal in DANCE ME: The Music of Leonard Cohen
Ballets Jazz Montréal in
DANCE ME: The Music of Leonard Cohen
Saturday, November 21st, 2026 @ 8 pm
Price Range $58 - $66
A riveting homage to the famed artist, capturing and celebrating the five seasons, as described in Cohen’s deeply reflective works.
Ballets Jazz Montréal, one of Canada’s most acclaimed contemporary dance companies, brings Leonard Cohen’s words to life in this new collaboration. Founded in 1972, the company has performed across 68 countries, earning a global reputation for its technical precision and emotional prowess. Under the artistic direction of Alexandra Damiani, BJM continues to push boundaries, creating works that are artistically daring while remaining accessible to audiences worldwide.
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In DANCE ME, Cohen’s iconic songs and poetry are transformed into a multisensory experience, interpreted by 14 exceptional dancers and choreographers Andonis Foniadakis, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, and Ihsan Rustem. Combining music, lighting, scenography, videography, and dramaturgical design, the production captures the cycles of life and reflection central to Cohen’s artistry. DANCE ME promises to be an unforgettable homage to Montreal’s legendary artist, brought to life by one of the world’s leading ambassadors of contemporary dance.