Martin Labrecque
Birth Place: Montreal
Latest News on Martin Labrecque:
Review: ECHO at Cirque Du Soliel (Sep 10, 2023)
BWW Review: Cirque du Soleil's Artistically Explosive VOLTA Celebrates Freedom as the Ultimate Achievement (Jan 23, 2020)
BWW Review: Cirque Du Soleil's VOLTA is Athletic But Not Particularly Moving (Nov 30, 2018)
Review: ECHO at Cirque Du Soliel (Sep 10, 2023)
BWW Review: Cirque du Soleil's Artistically Explosive VOLTA Celebrates Freedom as the Ultimate Achievement (Jan 23, 2020)
BWW Review: Cirque Du Soleil's VOLTA is Athletic But Not Particularly Moving (Nov 30, 2018)
BIO
As a multi-talented and versatile artist, he has worked in many different performance areas, (dance, theatre and circus), always bringing his natural ease and creative flair to any project he chooses to undertake.
Gaining four awards as a lighting designer at the Gala des Masques for «Hosanna» (2006) «Everybody’s WELLES pour tous» (a 2004 Montreal production and collaboration with Patrice Dubois).«Le peintre des madones» (2004) and «L’homme en Lambeaux» (2001).
Martin Labrecque has over 200 lighting projects under his belt. Since his beginnings in 1994, he has collaborated closely with many talented directors; Alexis Martin (Iiliad, Grid, Tavernes), Claude Poissant (Unity, Abraham Lincoln va au théâtre), Martine Beaulne, (Blue Heart), René Richard Cyr (Amadeus, A Streetcar Named Desire), Michel Monty (La Société des Loisirs), Luce Pelletier (Oreste), Carl Béchard (Le Malade Imaginaire) but mostly with Serge Denoncourt, they did almost 40 project together.
His work in dance includes collaborations with renowned artists such as Estelle Clareton ‘Puzzle Dance’, ‘Furies delta 4/24’, (2007) and Ginette Laurin from the O’ Vertigo Dance Company «La Chambre Blanche» (2008), and «Onde de choc»(2010).
His most impressive projects so far include those for «Kooza» and «Corteo» for Cirque du Soleil, for «Nomad» and «Rain» -nominated for a Drama Desk Award, (2006) for Cirque Eloize, for «Paradis Perdu» by Dominic Champagne and for the daring «Mutantes» by Pierre Lapointe.
In 2009, Martin designed the lighting for an eleven-hour show by Canadian author, director and actor Wajdi Mouawad, which was presented in the courtyard of the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France.
His latest lighting project concerns the musical «Belles-Sœurs», directed by René-Richard Cyr (musical score by Daniel Bélanger), «Viva Elvis» production from Cirque du Soleil, directed by Vincent Paterson in Las Vegas. He just finished "Micheal Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" another production of Cirque Du Soleil, directed by Jamie King.
Productions
News
Review: ECHO at Cirque Du Soliel
Cirque du Soliel’s ECHO, now making its U.S. premiere, is chock full of wonder and spectacle. There’s no CGI or stunt doubles here, these 52 artists amaze with their strength, agility, artistry and precision.
Cirque du Soliel’s ECHO, now making its U.S. premiere, is chock full of wonder and spectacle. There’s no CGI or stunt doubles here, these 52 artists amaze with their strength, agility, artistry and precision.
BWW Review: Cirque du Soleil's Artistically Explosive VOLTA Celebrates Freedom as the Ultimate Achievement
Energetic, urban and contemporary, Cirque du Soleil's VOLTA, written and directed by Bastien Alexandre, with Jean Guibert as the director of creation, is a captivating voyage of discovery that showcases never-before-seen under the Big Top acrobatics in a visually striking world. Driven by a stirring melodic score and inspired in part by the adventurous spirit that fuels the culture of street sports, VOLTA is a story of transformation, being true to oneself, fulfilling one's true potential, and recognizing one's own power to make it possible. The production is perhaps the most acrobatic show ever staged by Cirque du Soleil, with acts from around the world offering amazing displays of roller skating, balance, trampoline leaps through windows to rooftop, Double Dutch rope skipping, tumbling, rings, and BMX bicycle flips that challenge gravity.
Energetic, urban and contemporary, Cirque du Soleil's VOLTA, written and directed by Bastien Alexandre, with Jean Guibert as the director of creation, is a captivating voyage of discovery that showcases never-before-seen under the Big Top acrobatics in a visually striking world. Driven by a stirring melodic score and inspired in part by the adventurous spirit that fuels the culture of street sports, VOLTA is a story of transformation, being true to oneself, fulfilling one's true potential, and recognizing one's own power to make it possible. The production is perhaps the most acrobatic show ever staged by Cirque du Soleil, with acts from around the world offering amazing displays of roller skating, balance, trampoline leaps through windows to rooftop, Double Dutch rope skipping, tumbling, rings, and BMX bicycle flips that challenge gravity.
BWW Review: Cirque Du Soleil's VOLTA is Athletic But Not Particularly Moving
Volta, the latest Cirque du Soleil tour never stints on athleticism but leaves your breath mostly untaken and your heartstrings unplucked.
Volta, the latest Cirque du Soleil tour never stints on athleticism but leaves your breath mostly untaken and your heartstrings unplucked.
BWW Review: CORTEO Wows, Charms, and Sweetly Dazzles in Arena Remount
Cirque du Soleil has been on a bumpy road in recent years with such dubious spectacles as Delirium and Paramour, but they've regained their zany, surreal, and mesmerizing swagger - and how! - with CORTEO, a smashing epic triumph.
Cirque du Soleil has been on a bumpy road in recent years with such dubious spectacles as Delirium and Paramour, but they've regained their zany, surreal, and mesmerizing swagger - and how! - with CORTEO, a smashing epic triumph.
UNITE MODELE, CREME-GLACEE and More Set for Theatre la Seizieme's 2017-18 Season
Theatre la Seizieme will present its 2017-2018 programming of two local and four visiting productions.
Theatre la Seizieme will present its 2017-2018 programming of two local and four visiting productions.
Canadian Stage & Theatre Francais de Toronto Team for FIVE FACES FOR EVELYN FROST
From February 14th to March 25th, Canadian Stage and Theatre francais de Toronto join forces to coproduce Five Faces for Evelyn Frost, an innovative theatrical experience that examines how social media transforms human relationships while challenging the notions of authenticity and truth.
From February 14th to March 25th, Canadian Stage and Theatre francais de Toronto join forces to coproduce Five Faces for Evelyn Frost, an innovative theatrical experience that examines how social media transforms human relationships while challenging the notions of authenticity and truth.
Canadian Stage & Theatre Francais de Toronto Team for FIVE FACES FOR EVELYN FROST
From February 14th to March 25th, Canadian Stage and Theatre francais de Toronto join forces to coproduce Five Faces for Evelyn Frost, an innovative theatrical experience that examines how social media transforms human relationships while challenging the notions of authenticity and truth.
From February 14th to March 25th, Canadian Stage and Theatre francais de Toronto join forces to coproduce Five Faces for Evelyn Frost, an innovative theatrical experience that examines how social media transforms human relationships while challenging the notions of authenticity and truth.
Cirque du Soleil to Return to Houston Next Spring with KURIOS
Cirque du Soleil returns to Houston in 2017 with its most acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities. KURIOS will premiere under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top April 6, 2017.
Cirque du Soleil returns to Houston in 2017 with its most acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities. KURIOS will premiere under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top April 6, 2017.
Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2015 Nominations for Achievements in Theatre
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle (LADCC) has announced its nominations and special awards for excellence in Los Angeles and Orange County theatre for the year 2015 (Dec. 1, 2014 - Nov. 30, 2015).
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle (LADCC) has announced its nominations and special awards for excellence in Los Angeles and Orange County theatre for the year 2015 (Dec. 1, 2014 - Nov. 30, 2015).
Cirque Du Soleil to Prop the 'KURIOS' Big Top in NYC Next Fall
Cirque du Soleil returns to New York in 2016 with its newest acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities presented by Visa Signature, in association with United MileagePlus.
Cirque du Soleil returns to New York in 2016 with its newest acclaimed touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities presented by Visa Signature, in association with United MileagePlus.
Cirque du Soleil Extends KURIOS
Due to overwhelming advance ticket sales, Cirque du Soleil announced today that additional performances of KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities, its newest touring show, in Costa Mesa and Los Angeles are available for pre-sale to Cirque Club members starting today. General public tickets for the added performances will be available beginning Friday, July 31.
Due to overwhelming advance ticket sales, Cirque du Soleil announced today that additional performances of KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities, its newest touring show, in Costa Mesa and Los Angeles are available for pre-sale to Cirque Club members starting today. General public tickets for the added performances will be available beginning Friday, July 31.
Tickets to Southern California Performances of Cirque du Soleil's KURIOS Now on Sale
Cirque du Soleil performs in Southern California with its newest touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top beginning October 15 in Costa Mesa at the OC Fair & Event Center, followed in Los Angeles by Cirque du Soleil's first visit to Dodger Stadium beginning December 10, 2015. These will be the only Cirque du Soleil engagements in Southern California in 2015.
Cirque du Soleil performs in Southern California with its newest touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top beginning October 15 in Costa Mesa at the OC Fair & Event Center, followed in Los Angeles by Cirque du Soleil's first visit to Dodger Stadium beginning December 10, 2015. These will be the only Cirque du Soleil engagements in Southern California in 2015.
Cirque du Soleil Returns to Chicago in August with KURIOS- CABINET OF CURIOSITIES
Cirque du Soleil returns to Chicago after four years with its newest touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities, premiering under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top beginning August 6, 2015.
Cirque du Soleil returns to Chicago after four years with its newest touring show, KURIOS - Cabinet of Curiosities, premiering under the iconic blue-and-yellow Big Top beginning August 6, 2015.
BELLE SOEURS THE MUSICAL Set to Explode on the Montreal Stage, 10/19 - 11/9
After taking Quebec by storm, the smash-hit musical adaptation of Michel Tremblay's landmark work BELLES SOEURS: THE MUSICAL explodes onto the Montreal stage in its premiere English Language incarnation at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts from October 19 to November 9, 2014.
After taking Quebec by storm, the smash-hit musical adaptation of Michel Tremblay's landmark work BELLES SOEURS: THE MUSICAL explodes onto the Montreal stage in its premiere English Language incarnation at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts from October 19 to November 9, 2014.
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour Plays Adelaide Entertainment Center, Now thru 17 Oct
In response to hundreds of messages from Adelaide fans, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will now come to Adelaide in October this year as part of its Australian tour. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
In response to hundreds of messages from Adelaide fans, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will now come to Adelaide in October this year as part of its Australian tour. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL World Tour to Come to Adelaide Entertainment Centre, 15 to 17 Oct.
The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil have announced that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will arrive in Australia in September this year. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
The Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil have announced that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will arrive in Australia in September this year. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour to Play Adelaide Entertainment Center, 15-17 October
In response to hundreds of messages from Adelaide fans, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will now come to Adelaide in October this year as part of its Australian tour. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
In response to hundreds of messages from Adelaide fans, the Estate of Michael Jackson and Cirque du Soleil announced today that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World TourTM will now come to Adelaide in October this year as part of its Australian tour. This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production uses Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Written and directed by Jamie King, the show includes 49 international dancers, musicians and acrobats. Since its world premiere in Montreal in October 2011, the enormously successful arena production has thrilled audiences across North America, Europe and Asia.
Photo Flash: Jeremy Piven, Arlene Phillips, Twiggy and More at Opening Night of CIRQUE DU SOLEIL's KOOZA
The critically acclaimed Cirque du Soleil show KOOZA opened last night, Tuesday 8 January, for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall. Tickets are currently on sale until 14 February 2013. Since its premiere in April of 2007, KOOZA has captivated close to four million spectators in North America and Japan. London is the first destination on the 2013 KOOZA European tour. Check out the star-studded arrivals on opening night below!
The critically acclaimed Cirque du Soleil show KOOZA opened last night, Tuesday 8 January, for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall. Tickets are currently on sale until 14 February 2013. Since its premiere in April of 2007, KOOZA has captivated close to four million spectators in North America and Japan. London is the first destination on the 2013 KOOZA European tour. Check out the star-studded arrivals on opening night below!
Cirque du Soleil Brings KOOZA to London, Beginning Tonight at Royal Albert Hall
Cirque du Soleil will return to London with a new touring show KOOZA. The critically-acclaimed production runs from today, 5 January 2013 for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall, with a press night on Tuesday 8 January.
Cirque du Soleil will return to London with a new touring show KOOZA. The critically-acclaimed production runs from today, 5 January 2013 for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall, with a press night on Tuesday 8 January.
Cirque du Soleil KOOZA at Royal Albert Hall Extends Through February 10
Tickets for ten additional performances (5-10 February 2013) of the critically acclaimed Cirque du Soleil touring show KOOZA go on sale today. KOOZA runs from Saturday, 5 January 2013 for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall.
Tickets for ten additional performances (5-10 February 2013) of the critically acclaimed Cirque du Soleil touring show KOOZA go on sale today. KOOZA runs from Saturday, 5 January 2013 for a limited engagement at Royal Albert Hall.
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