Performer: Rodrigo Pederneiras

One might comment that the choreography is a bit repetitive. On the other hand, another word for that might be hypnotic.

Brazilian company Grupo Corpo celebrated its 44th anniversary this month with a trip to icy Montreal. True to their reputation, they burst onto the stage of Theatre Maisonneuve like a ball of sunshine, warm enough to thaw the blood and get the heart pumping again.

Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal is a company that embraces individuality and is at its best when the dancers are all on stage together.