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Tangente: 307 St. Catherine Street W
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TangentePublished
September 8, 2016
Discover Tangente’s second location, at 307 St. Catherine Street West
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Dissemination
A major player in contemporary dance in Montreal, Tangente has offered audiences bold and innovative annual programming for 35 years. Since its founding, more than 1,500 artists over three generations have enjoyed support in developing and presenting shows. Between the official opening of its doors…
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