Since its inauguration in 1995, Usine C has greatly contributed to the cultural and sociological development of the south-central district it calls home. Born from the collaboration of three important Quebec cultural institutions, CARBONE 14, le Nouveau Théâtre Expérimental and Omnibus du Théâtre Espace Libre, Usine C is a top-notch performance venue, hosting shows of all kinds with a sophisticated cafe-restaurant, a grand reception hall and a peaceful garden. The expansive space was conceived with all this in mind. Its 50,000 square feet were designed specifically to meet the toughest demands of directors, performers and audience members.

Redesigning and refurbishing a forgotten factory in the heart of Montreal has not only served to preserve a piece of history, but also stakes out a piece of the future. Effectively merging the industrial heritage with the current residential and cultural personality of the neighbourhood, Usine C has also carved out an important place in Quebec's artistic future.

Usine C
1345, Lalonde avenue
(near De La Visitation Street between Ontario E. and Maisonneuve E.)
Montreal, QC H2L 5A9
Phone:(514) 521-4493
[website]

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Directions :

Via Beaudry Metro / Green Line [metro plan]
Turn left on St-Catherine and left on De La visitation. Go up until Usine C (3m by feet)

Via 125 Ontario bus [schedule]
Get out at De La visitation corner, go down in de Maisonneuve direction until Usine C (30s by feet)

We really suggest that you avoid going to the venue by car. Usine C is well positioned and easily reachable by feet's, metro or bus from downtown Montreal.

Usine C layout :

1.- Usine C Main Hall - Merch tables + tickets outlet - Open to all - 3h PM to 3h AM
2.- Café Usine C - Bar + Dj's - Open to all - 3h PM to 3h AM
3.- Usine C Mezanine - Merch Tables - Open to all - 4h PM to 3h AM
4.- Usine C Concert Hall - Show Area - Reserved to tickets/passes holder - Open for shows
5.- Usine C Garden - BBQ area + smoking area - Open to all - 4h PM to 1h AM


Club Passeport (pre-festival and after-festival nights)
2037 St-Denis (corner of Ontario Street)
[website]