Maison pour la danse de Québec

What Maison pour la danse de Québec does

Maison pour la danse de Québec is a registered non-profit arts center (charity registration 11901 2946 RR0001) that operates the only purpose-built professional dance facility in Quebec City, located at 336 rue du Roi in the Saint-Roch district. Managed by Groupe Danse Partout (founded 1976), the facility opened in September 2017 and provides six specialized dance studios totaling approximately 7,104 sq ft, plus an exhibition wall, bistro, and conference room. Its mission is to support professional dance creation, rehearsal, performance, and community gathering for the dance ecosystem of the Capitale-Nationale region.

The organization serves three primary segments: professional dancers, choreographers, and dance companies (its primary audience, including seven resident organizations such as Le fils d'Adrien danse, Danse K par K, Alan Lake Factori[e], L'Artère, RQD, and Nous sommes ici); the general public through recreational courses and participatory events; and organizations/event planners seeking rental space. It generates revenue through studio and space rentals, annual memberships, event programming (Fait Maison festival, Dance Marathon, Bloc.Danse, Labos libres), and donations, including a three-year $250,000 campaign launched in 2021 and a $250,000 three-year commitment from principal partner Desjardins. The organization's technology footprint is minimal — it operates as a physical facility rather than a technology platform, with the notable exception of the 'Faire corps' generative digital art installation by Jean-Ambroise Vesac, which uses sensors and a Game of Life-type algorithm to create responsive light patterns.

Operations are led by a small team of approximately five to eight staff under Director Amélie Langevin (since August 2023), supported by an Artistic Committee and the broader Groupe Danse Partout governance structure. Strategic priorities include sustaining the resident-organization ecosystem, growing international collaborations (notably the 2026 Dance Marathon expansion to France, Tunisia, and Quebec), and expanding government and corporate funding under multi-year cultural development agreements with Ville de Québec and the Gouvernement du Québec.

Name

Maison pour la danse de Québec

Legal name

Maison pour la danse de Québec

Website

https://maisonpourladanse.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Maison pour la danse de Québec is a non-profit professional dance arts center in Quebec City, operating six specialized studios and event spaces under Groupe Danse Partout to serve local choreographers, resident dance companies, and the general public through studio rentals, artistic programming, and community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing arts facility services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Dance Companies (71112), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Nightclub & Small Live Venue Operations (Clubs, Bars with Stages) (MPAGALAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA)

Keywords

• Professional dance facilities
• Studio rental services
• Performing arts venue
• Dance community hub
• Arts residency programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Québec

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Studio and Space Rental: Revenue generated from renting out dance studios and spaces to professional artists, companies, and organizations for rehearsals, creations, performances, classes, and events.
2. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees charged to artists and companies who join the Maison pour la danse community, providing access to services, tools, coworking space, and other member benefits.
3. Event Programming Revenue: Revenue from public events including the Fait Maison festival, dance marathons, performances, and recreational dance courses open to the general public.
4. Donations and Fundraising: Charitable donations from individuals and corporations, including a major three-year campaign targeting $250,000 launched in 2021. The organization is a registered charity (11901 2946 RR0001) under Groupe Danse Partout.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Maison pour la danse de Québec rents six purpose-built professional dance studios and adjacent event spaces (exhibition wall, bistro, conference room) to professional dance artists, companies, and organizations for rehearsals, creations, residencies, and performances. The organization complements rentals with annual memberships and an artistic programming slate — including Labos libres creation laboratories, the Fait Maison festival, Bloc.Danse platform, Mentorat Maison, Impro danse, and Cours grand public — serving as a community hub that connects the professional dance sector with the general public.

Product overview

Maison pour la danse de Québec is a non-profit service center for professional dance practice and development, operating as part of Groupe Danse Partout alongside La Rotonde and L'École de danse de Québec. The organization provides a unified portfolio of facility rentals (six professional studios, exhibition space, bistro, and conference room) combined with programming services (labos libres, mentorship, events). Its core offering consists of studio rentals to dance professionals alongside community-building activities including the annual Fait Maison festival, Bloc.Danse platform, dance improvisation sessions, and recreational courses for the public. The Maison serves as a collaborative hub where artists create, rehearse, perform, and connect with the broader dance community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fait Maison: Annual dance festival celebrating International Dance Day, featuring performances, improvisation, workshops, and participatory activities showcasing Quebec's professional dance community.
• Labos libres
• Le Bloc.Danse

Products and services

• Studios (Studio Desjardins, Studios A–F) Six professional dance studios (Studio Desjardins/A, B, C, D, E, F) available for rental to dance professionals, companies, and the general public, featuring professional-grade flooring, mirrors, barres, lighting, and sound equipment. Subsidized rates available for emerging artists aged 35 and under through Ville de Québec cultural development agreements.
• Mur d'exposition Approximately 440 sq ft ground-floor exhibition wall in Studio B with floor-to-ceiling windows facing Rue du Roi, equipped with rail systems and cables for suspending artwork. Available for rental by artists and organizations.
• Espace bistro Bistro space adjacent to studios, suitable for hosting vernissages, receptions, and social events. Functions as a dynamic social hub within the dance center.
• Salle de conférence Conference room available for meetings and professional gatherings within the Maison pour la danse facility.
• Labos libres Free laboratory sessions for professional dance artists providing studio time for research, creation, and choreographic development. Offered as open calls to the dance community.
• Mentorat Maison Mentorship program pairing emerging dance artists with experienced professionals for artistic development and career guidance.
• Fait Maison (annual festival) Annual flagship event celebrating International Dance Day, featuring performances, improvisation, participatory activities, and workshops showcasing Quebec's professional dance community. Held annually in late April; the 6th edition in 2026 attracted over 50 artists and 1,200+ participants.
• Le Bloc.Danse Spontaneous research platform in contemporary dance and other disciplines, held multiple times per year, with 26 editions held in partnership with Maison pour la danse.
• Impro danse Dance improvisation sessions open to the general public, providing opportunities for casual dance practice and community engagement.
• Cours grand public Recreational dance courses and workshops offered to the general public, including various styles and skill levels.
• L'Artère // Perfectionnement Professional development program operated by resident organization L'Artère based at Maison pour la danse, supporting ongoing skill development for professional artists.
• Kyrielle Professional development program for dance artists, providing ongoing training and networking opportunities within the dance community.
• Coworking (member service) Co-working space available to member artists and professionals, supporting creative collaboration and flexible work arrangements.
• Marathon de la danse International dance marathon event featuring 4 hours of uninterrupted dancing with choreographic challenges led by professional choreographers, open to the general public aged 16 and up. Held internationally in France, Tunisia, and Quebec.
• Annual Membership Annual membership program for professional artists, companies, and organizations, providing access to services, tools, coworking space, training tools, and other member benefits.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,200 attendees at the 6th edition of Fait Maison (2026)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Réseau ArchipelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026International cooperation network that supports the Dance Marathon's multi-continental expansion (France, Tunisia, and Quebec). Also supports general international dance collaborations through the organization's network.
• Institut françaismajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026French Institute supporting the international cooperation of the Dance Marathon across France, Tunisia, and Quebec, enabling cultural exchange and artistic collaboration.
• Rennes Ville et MétropolemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026City and metropolitan area of Rennes supporting the international Dance Marathon initiative and facilitating artistic exchanges between France and Quebec.
• L'École de danse de QuébeccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgramming partner for Fait Maison and ongoing collaborative organization. Part of Groupe Danse Partout. Their students and graduates benefit from Maison facilities and programming.
• La RotondecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgramming partner for Fait Maison and ongoing collaborative organization. Part of Groupe Danse Partout. Provides dance creation residencies at Maison pour la danse.
• L'ArtèrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgramming partner for Fait Maison and resident organization based at Maison pour la danse. Contributes to development and promotion of dance art in the Capitale-Nationale region.
• Le Triangle (Cité de la danse)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench dance center in Rennes, programming partner for Fait Maison, and originator of the Dance Marathon concept for the Waterproof festival.
• Le SoleilmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial media partner of Groupe Danse Partout. Newspaper (Groupe Capitales Médias) provides media coverage and has a dedicated relaxation space ('Espace détente Le Soleil') within the facility.
• Groupe Danse PartoutcoreOthersThe non-profit organization that manages and operates Maison pour la danse along with La Rotonde and L'École de danse de Québec since its founding in 1976. Provides governance, administration, and strategic direction.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Danse Danse: Montreal-based dance presenter booking major national and international companies at Théâtre Maisonneuve; comparable in presenting function but commercially larger and operating outside Quebec City.

Direct peers

• La Rotonde: Quebec City dance venue and sister organization under Groupe Danse Partout presenting professional contemporary dance, with overlapping mission and audience to Maison (Maison provides the studio/rehearsal infrastructure; La Rotonde the presentation platform).
• La Chapelle: Montreal venue dedicated to contemporary dance presentation and creation, with comparable mission of supporting professional dance artists through residencies and performances.
• The Dance Centre (Vancouver): A non-profit service organization for professional dance in Vancouver that operates studios, runs artist residencies and professional development programs, and acts as a community hub for BC's dance sector — directly analogous to Maison's role in Quebec City.
• Tangente: Montreal non-profit dedicated to presenting and supporting contemporary dance, providing studio and presentation resources for independent choreographers — a directly comparable service-center model within the Quebec ecosystem.
• Usine C: Montreal center for creative and performing arts presenting dance, theater, and multidisciplinary work in a dedicated industrial-adapted facility, similar to Maison's purpose-built venue approach in Quebec.
• Studio 303: Montreal non-profit dance center offering subsidized studio rentals, residencies, and programming for independent dance artists — operates a near-identical rental-plus-services model to Maison.
• DanceWorks (Toronto): Toronto-based non-profit dance presenter and resource organization supporting creation, presentation, and audience development for professional dance, with comparable co-working/residency and presenter functions.

Broad incumbents

• National Arts Centre (Ottawa): Canada's largest performing arts presenting institution, including dance programming; broader portfolio than Maison but a comparable federally-supported dance-presentation anchor.

Emerging players

• Réseau danse: Federation of Quebec professional dance organizations that supports sector coordination and resource sharing — thematically related to Maison as a community/infrastructure builder, though operating as an umbrella rather than a venue.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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