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November 26, 2025  — December 14, 2025

Kisses Deep

This long-awaited English-language premiere tells the story of the transformational relationship between a troubled, gifted young man and his complex and inspiring mother.

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“The English-language world premiere of Kisses deep is an emotionally charged and visually magnetic production that confirms Michel Marc Bouchard as one of Quebec’s most fearless and poetic storytellers.”
— Mountain Lake PBS
“Redemption is achievable, and that’s the message I believe both playwright Bouchard, director Holmes, and this terrific cast want the audience to remember. ”
— Joe Szekeres, Our Theater Voice
“A haunting, stylish drama about fashion, family, and redemption, Kisses Deep follows a young designer determined to rebuild his mother’s dignity – one stitch at a time.”
— Irwin Rapoport, Westmount Magazine
“A play that is as thrilling as ever, but one that haunts us even more with the power of its concise, powerful, and unforgettable script.”
— Louis-Philippe Ouimet, Radio Canada
“For theatre lovers who have been hit hard by the pandemic, Kisses Deep (Embrasse) is like a soothing balm.”
— Stéphanie Morin, La Presse
“Yves Saint Laurent, an alter ego portrayed with tenderness and earthiness by Yves Jacques…”
— Christian Saint-Pierre, Le Devoir
“A seamless stitching of mother-and-son drama and fantasia on the fashion industry. ”
— Jim Burke, Theatre Funhouse
“If you love Michel Marc Bouchard's world, you will be captivated by his language and dreamlike mise-en-scène.”
— Edith Malo, La Bible Urbaine

Centaur Theatre Presents

KISSES DEEP

By Michel Marc Bouchard

Translated by Linda Gaboriau

Directed by Eda Holmes

With Lyndz Dantiste, Yves Jacques, Leni Parker, Alice Pascual and Kevin Raymond

In this long-awaited English-language premiere, Michel Marc Bouchard takes audiences on a thrilling, passionate journey of self-discovery and redemption. Originally premiering in French at TNM in a co-production with Centaur in 2020, Kisses Deep, translated into English by the acclaimed Linda Gaboriau, will be directed by Centaur’s Artistic Director Eda Holmes (who directed the original French production) and will run from November 26 to December 14, 2025.

At the centre of the story is Hugo, a young man in the banlieues of Montreal consumed by his passion for high fashion and dreams of becoming a designer. Inspired by his idol Yves Saint Laurent, Hugo channels his creativity and obsession into a singular mission: to restore the tarnished reputation of his mother, Béatrice, after she is arrested for assault. Determined to help her reclaim her dignity, Hugo decides to save his mother by designing the perfect outfit for her upcoming court appearance.

As Hugo works tirelessly to create his masterpiece, he is faced with the complexities of his relationship with Béatrice. The two are bound by a deep, often painful love, and Hugo’s artistic pursuit becomes a means of both confronting and healing the wounds of their past. Through this heartfelt and visually striking exploration, Kisses Deep delves into the essence of artistic creation—questioning whether art can serve as a source of comfort or merely a reflection of deep-seated pain.The production features Leni Parker as Béatrice and Kevin Raymond as Hugo, with Lyndz Dantiste, Yves Jacques, and Alice Pascual rounding out the cast of characters. Kisses Deep is a poignant, evocative work that explores the transformative power of art, blending emotional depth with an exploration of the world of fashion and design. This production promises to be an unforgettable experience, filled with both glamour and raw emotion.

*NEW THIS YEAR*

“All My Relations” Tickets

As part of our ongoing commitment to welcoming Indigenous community members at Centaur – both on-stage and off – this season we are excited to launch a new “All My Relations” ticket tier for all subscription-series Centaur productions. Inspired by our colleagues at NAC Indigenous Theatre, this special $15 ticket price is reserved for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis community members. It is a symbol of Centaur’s eagerness to open our doors to Indigenous audiences so that we can all gather to experience the magic of theatre together.

“All My Relations” tickets are available online, in-person, or by calling the box office.

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ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Saturday Salon

Saturday, December 13, 4pm – informal discussion in the Centaur Gallery with Artistic & Executive Director Eda Holmes

Centaur+ Music Series

Saturday, December 6, 10pm – FREE post-show concert in the Centaur Gallery curated by Sarah Segal-Lazar

Art in the Gallery

Explore the world of fashion through an exhibition in the Centaur Gallery curated by Lucas Ferguson-Sharp

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Thursday Pre-Show Convo

Thursday, November 27, 7pm – with director Eda Holmes and the designers of Kisses Deep

Sunday Chat-Up

Sunday, November 30, 12:30pm – with Lucinda Chodan and special guest Pat Donnelly

Post-Show Talkback

Thursday, December 4, 10pm – with the cast of Kisses Deep

Post-Show Talkback

Sunday, December 7, 4pm – with the cast of Kisses Deep