Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy
Musical lovers will rejoice in a new English-language version of a Québécois classic, re-imagined by Frédéric Bélanger and Audrey Thériault with new music by Ludovic Bonnier, Eva Foote and Habib Zekri.
Final week! Only a few performances left—book your tickets now!
- Adult $68
- Senior 60+ $58
- 30 & Under $30
- Preview Adult $51
- Preview Senior 60+ $43
- Preview 30 & Under $22
Special effects advisory: Flashing lights.
The performances on Thursday, January 30 at 8PM, Friday, January 31 at 8PM and Saturday, February 1 at 2PM will have projected French surtitles.
Pay-Your-Age tickets are available for those 25 and under by calling (514) 288 3161 or purchasing tickets in person!
Centaur Theatre in collaboration with Théâtre Advienne que pourra Presents
Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy
Based on the play Des fraises en janvier by Evelyne de la Chenelière
Translated by Morwyn Brebner
Adapted by Frédéric Bélanger and Audrey Thériault
Original Music by Ludovic Bonnier, Eva Foote, Audrey Thériault and Habib Zekri
Song Translations by Alexis Diamond
Directed by Frédéric Bélanger
Musical Direction by Nick Carpenter
Arrangements by Nick Carpenter and Habib Zekri
With Eloi ArchamBaudoin, Ryan Bommarito, Métushalème Dary and Madeleine Scovil
Accompanied by Khalil Bouaziz, Quinn Dooley, Tobias Kimmelman and Christophe Papadimitriou
Experience the magic of love and music in Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy, a brand-new English-language musical adaptation of Evelyne de la Chenelière’s beloved Québécois classic. This heartwarming romantic comedy has been reimagined by visionary director Frédéric Bélanger alongside songwriter Audrey Thériault, with an all-new score by Ludovic Bonnier, Eva Foote, and Habib Zekri that will leave you humming long after the curtain falls.
Four years in the making, this enchanting production follows the intertwining lives of four singletons navigating the ups and downs of love, fate, and connection in and around Montreal. Dubbed “light therapy in the heart of winter” by La Presse, the story’s humour, charm, and heartfelt moments are elevated with original music that celebrates the kind of love that makes your heart soar.
Presented in collaboration with Théâtre Advienne que pourra, Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy promises to warm hearts even on the chilliest winter night. Don’t miss this delightful blend of romance, comedy, and song that’s sure to be the highlight of the new year. Reserve your tickets now and let this captivating musical light up your winter!
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Teaser
Cast & Creative Team
Program
ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Emerging Artists Night
Thursday, January 23, 6pm – Network with VIP guests from the Montreal theatre community. Use code ARTISTNIGHT when reserving tickets.
Saturday Salon
Saturday, February 1, 3:30pm – Informal discussion in the Centaur Gallery with Artistic & Executive Director Eda Holmes
Centaur+ Music Series
Friday, February 7 / Saturday, February 8, 9:30pm – FREE post-show concert in the Centaur Gallery featuringEgan Chambers and Dania Kolanitch
Art Exhibition
Stop by the Centaur Gallery to take in amazing original work by silkscreen artist and painter Sabrina Derradji-Lévesque.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Thursday Pre-Show Convo
Thursday, January 23, 7pm – with the cast and crew of Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy
Sunday Chat-Up
Sunday, January 26, 12:30pm – with former Montreal Gazette editor Lucinda Chodan and co-composer Habib Zekri
Post-Show Talkback
Thursday, January 30, 9:30pm – with the cast of Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy
Post-Show Talkback
Sunday, February 2, 3:30pm – with the cast of Strawberries in January – A Musical Fantasy









