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The Most Glamorous

NEW YEAR'S CONCERT IN MONTRÉAL

Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert in Montréal

Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts

Based on Vienna's beloved Neujahrskonzert

29 year old tradition with hundreds of performances

Thousands of returning patrons

European singers & dancers

Fireworks Show

A five-star New Year's Concert for the whole family

January 1, 2025 2:30pm

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Phone number:

514.842.2112

Date and time subject to change.

Cast

Alastair Willis
Alastair Willis

Conductor

Anita Lukács
Anita Lukács

Soprano

Péter Laki
Péter Laki

Tenor

Featuring dancers from Bogdán Ballet
Featuring dancers from Bogdán Ballet

HANDPICKED SINGERS

THE DRAMA OF STRAUSS 

Operetta Arias

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Escape to Vienna’s Golden Age!

Run Time: 2h 15m including intermission

Genre: Classical, Operetta & Ballet

Sung in German, English & Hungarian 

Salute to Vienna  -A rich cultural experience

Overview

Waltz into the new year with Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert, now a North American Tradition! This dazzling performance evokes a golden age of Viennese music, brimming with energy, merriment, and romance, and is a glorious re-creation of the beloved Neujahrskonzert, the concert that has welcomed the New Year for more than 80 years in Vienna and all over the world.

 

Led by a witty and charming conductor who is an expert in Viennese music, Salute to Vienna features a European cast of singers, ballroom dancers, and ballet that brings to life the music of Johann Strauss. Backed by the Strauss Symphony, the performance is rich with selections from beloved operettas, elegant dances, lively overtures, and the beautiful Blue Danube Waltz. Celebrate the start of the New Year with Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert, now a 29 year tradition.

Listen & explore

The musical program weaves select solos from Merry Widow, Die Fledermaus, and The Gypsy Princess with high energy, overtures and favourite waltzes and polka from the golden age of Vienna’s musical history. The music is easily recognizable and broadly appealing for a wide range of music lovers.

Voice of critics

"A rousing afternoon of music and dance"

– Washington Post (2021)

"A lavish production blending the beauty of dance, orchestral music, and vocal selections"

– Eloise Marie Valadez, NWI Times (2017)

"Like dollops of whipped cream over Sacher torte" 

– John von Rhein, Chicago Tribune (2005)

One million + audience members in the last 29 years.

Read audience reviews >

The Venue 

Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts

Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts

175 Sainte-Catherine Street West, Montreal, Quebec H2X 3X5

Important information

Ticket Prices:

$68.05 - $122.95

 Ordering by Phone:

514.842.2112

Box office hours: 

Monday to Saturday: 12:00 until 30 minutes after the last show of the day begins.
Sundays: varies by performance

Useful links:

Plan your visit

  • How long is the performance?
    Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including the intermission.
  • Where can I see the Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert this year?
    For a complete list of cities, and to buy tickets, visit www.salutetovienna.com/concerts
  • What should I wear for the concert? Is there a dress code?
    New Year's gives a great excuse to get dressed up and make a real occasion of the day! But there is no dress code – come in your finest, or come in smart casual; whatever makes you comfortable!
  • When should I arrive to the concert?
    Doors open a half hour before the performance, and we start right on time! Come early, get comfortable, and let Salute to Vienna waltz you into the new year!
  • Are tickets for Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert refundable?
    Tickets are non-refundable. Please remember to always buy your tickets from the website linked from this page. Tickets sold by any online scalpers or other websites may be invalid or significantly overpriced.
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