Mainline Theatre

Montréal


Located on the Main (hence the name), this intimate indie theater presents mostly new plays in French or English. Past productions include Bonnie & Clyde (the musical) and live comedy anecdotes. It also serves as headquarters for the annual St-Ambroise Montréal FRINGE Festival (https://montrealfringe.ca/) in late May to early June.


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