About
The team
Executive Director
Claire Molinot
After completing her training in administration, Claire began working as a finance officer. She then became involved in Montreal’s artistic community, applying her experience in administration and management to her work with a number of artists and companies. She is highly motivated by the values of support, inclusion, innovation and community involvement.
Administrative and financial Director
Magdalena Faye
With a background in art and new media, Magdalena has always worked in administration and finance for various cultural organizations. She also graduated in management of cultural organizations, and is delighted to be joining the team to put her passion for the performing arts to good use.
Technical Director
Samuel Thériault
Specialized in management and stagecraft, Samuel has several years of experience in cultural projects, especially in the performing arts. He works with various management, creation, production and dissemination teams, and with multiple dance artists.
Production, logistics Director and studio rental
Florence Cardinal-Tang
After theatrical studies, Florence specialized in production, tour direction and in the management of cultural organizations (dance, theater, circus). Artist at heart, it is with passion and dedication that she supports creators in the accomplishment and development of their projects.
Communications manager
Quentin Amelaine
With a background in communications strategy, Quentin’s wide-ranging experience includes communications in the fields of sports, solidarity and culture. Drawing from his diverse background, Quentin is committed to sharing his experience in support of projects across the artistic community.
Speculative applications
Interested in joining our Production house? We’re always looking for new opportunities and prospects. Send us your CV and a letter of introduction by e‑mail.
Inception committee
This group of peers, whose mandate is for one year and renewable, makes up the jury that allocates the Inception residencies.
Choreographer / Performer
Clara
Furey
Choreographer / Performer
Emile
Pineault
Performer
Jossua
Satinée
Interdisciplinary dance artist
Nien Tzu
Weng
Previous members: Ivanie Aubin-Malo, Phoenix Inana, Lara Kramer, Alexandra ‘Spicey’ Landé, Baco Lepage-Acosta, Katie Ward.
Open studio committee
This group of peers chooses the projects presented at each Open studio event.
Choreographer / Performer
Clara
Furey
Contemporary and experimental dance artist
Hanako
Hoshimi-Caines
Executive Director
Claire
Molinot
Choreographer / Performer
Emile
Pineault
Performer
Sovann
Rochon-Prom Tep
Board of Directors
President
Simon Vinh
Mercier-Nguyen
Service design consultant, certified coach
Simon Vinh began his career in the digital arts. Now a service designer, he helps organizations identify customer needs and create human-focused experiences. A classically trained flautist, he is driven by a great love for the performing arts.
Treasurer
Ana Maria
Trifan
Director Finance, Administration — Groupe Santé Cardinal
As an accomplished professional, Ana has accumulated a broad range of experience in various sectors such as event management, film production, non-profit management, international trade and telecommunications. She has also worked for the Centre Phi and Les 7 Doigts de la main.
Secretary
Alexandre
Escure
Director — Cabinet de Curiosités Contemporain
With a background in cultural communication, marketing and international management, Alexandre began his career in the visual arts. Based in Montreal since 2013, he has worked for several performing arts organizations. In 2023, he founded the Cabinet de Curiosités Contemporain, offering general culture workshops in companies.
Administrator
Frédérique
Doyon
Curator, audience development — Agora de la danse
As a cultural journalist for several years, Frédérique has already collaborated with various media and performing arts organizations. Since 2015, she contributes to the programming of the artistic activities of the Agora de la danse. She creates projects that demystify and promote dance and its artists to the public.
Administrator
Éloïse
Duplessis
Litigation lawyer — Autorité des marchés financiers
Éloïse’s practice focuses on bankruptcy, insolvency and corporate restructuring. She is also called upon to act in civil and commercial litigation cases. Involved in community activities, she is committed to the cultural sector and its promotion.
Network member
Cultural partners
