A major figure in Québec and Canadian contemporary dance, Sylvain Émard stands out for the sensitive, virtuosic movement in his pieces and his highly diverse repertoire. From small forms to monumental works, from immersive installations to films, he has created some thirty dance pieces presented on four continents.

18 June

An invigorating reboot for 35 years of dynamic dance!

With a new look but the same abiding passion for dance, Sylvain Émard Danse is taking advantage of its 35th anniversary to update its public profile with a revitalized website and a vigorous visual identity full of movement.

The talented team at Nouvelle Administration was given the mandate to update SED’s image and website. Highly regarded in the art world, this graphic design studio has artfully captured the soul of Sylvain Émard Danse and its cutting-edge style in this bold yet sensitive rebranding. Check out our new identity[link]!

The new website presents a streamlined, vibrant environment with intuitive navigation. Numerous videos exalt the fluidity, aestheticism and physicality of Sylvain Émard’s choreography, as well as the formidable energy of his ensemble works.

Visit our new virtual space now!

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12 June

A beautiful collective journey

La Traversée perfectly captures the joyful and uplifting spirit that carried us throughout this beautiful adventure. Bravo to our dancers for this wonderful achievement!”

— Sylvain Émard

This third collaboration with Espace Transition ended on a high note, with four performances across three different events, proudly showcasing the creative process of the young participants and the strong bonds that were formed among them.

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20 May

35 years that make a difference

Integration, communion, social cohesion… These are dominant themes that have marked the 35-year trajectory of Sylvain Émard Danse. In addition to the thirty or so creations already in its repertoire, one of the flagship events in this year’s festivities bear witness to the ability of Sylvain Émard Danse to bring dance and society together in a unifying spirit.

La Traversée, an ensemble piece created with a majority of 15 young people living with stabilized mental health conditions, will be presented on May 22 in the Atrium at CHU Sainte-Justine hospital. This inspiring creation is a testament to Sylvain Émard’s human-centred projects.

May 22 | 6:45 and 7:15 p.m.
Atrium at CHU Sainte-Justine
Free Admission

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Magnetic Fields

"A superb performance"

These were the words used in a very positive review of the piece, presented as a world premiere by Danse Danse, that appeared in JEU magazine.

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We believe that a commitment to the arts inspires us—both as individuals and as a community—to explore new ideas and forms of knowledge. Your support enables Sylvain Émard Danse to continue creating outstanding choreographic works, as it has done for the past 35 years.

We believe that a commitment to the arts inspires us—both as individuals and as a community—to explore new ideas and forms of knowledge. Your support enables Sylvain Émard Danse to continue creating outstanding choreographic works, as it has done for the past 35 years.