The Gazette, September 25, 2009
Théâtre tout à trac's Alice au pays des merveilles launched Maison Théâtre's season Wednesday morning and what a refreshing discovery it was.
Ottawa Citizen, December 10, 2009
Tired of the same old, same old seasonal entertainment offerings? Sat through one too many performances of A Christmas Carol or Messiah? Wishing your kids might actually add books to their holiday gift list? Then head to the National Arts Centre this weekend and take a trip down the rabbit hole with Alice and her pals.
Le Devoir, September 27, 2009
“Brilliantly adapted by Hugo Bélanger, this simplified version by Théatre Tout à Trac is faithful to the original by emphasizing the wordplay and the strangeness of the world in which the young heroine is immersed (...) This is due mainly to the precision and the rhythm of the direction by Hugo Bélanger; everything is based on quarter turns, which rapidly creates an atmosphere for a strong connection between Alice and the children living the adventure with her.”
La Presse, September 29, 2009
“Last Friday, la Maison Théâtre had a strong start to its new season, with the astonishing adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, created by Hugo Bélanger for the Théâtre La Roulotte in the summer of 2006, and then remounted in its present version in February 2008 at Théâtre Outremont. With the same cast, for the most part young graduates from 2006.”
Voir, September 24, 2009
“Théâtre Tout à Trac, revisits, to our great joy, the adventures of Alice in Wonderland. The play brilliantly combines the intelligence and buffoonery of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale. This adaptation, full of inspired ideas, focuses on the story’s colourful characters, (…) They all live around, on, or behind a bookcase full of surprises. This production, full of superb puppets, is a perfect way to stimulate the imagination of both children and adults.”
Ici, July 13th, 2006 (first version of the play)
"Off the beaten path too often used by children’s theatre, Théâtre La Roulotte offers a gem of silliness with Alice in Wonderland... filled with surprise, efficiently and justly rendered in a clownish and cynical spirit."
La Presse, July 3rd 2006 (first version of the play)
"…It is enchantment through absurdity which satisfies the imaginary realm… Director Hugo Bélanger reminds us that children do not need pre-packaged entertainment guidelines to enjoy themselves… The set design and props are the result of remarkable ingenuity…"
Le Quotidien, September 18th 2008
"Even through adult eyes, we were in awe before this masterpiece of ingenuity. To render the madness of the characters without losing the story's rhythm, as in a controlled skid, is a great feat. There is no doubt that both younger and older audiences will remember this version of Alice as a reference."
La Presse , March 20th 2006
"There are certain moments in theatre that are forever engraved in our memories..."
Voir, March 23rd 2006
"...the extraordinary meeting between the sun and the moon, a shimmering matrimony between East and West, the perfect amalgamation of laughter and tragedy..."
Le Devoir , March 24th 2006
"...I was absolutely seduced by this Persian tale..."
Le Journal de Montréal, March 21st 2006
"Bravissimo! For this celestial adaptation of Turandot delivered by Hugo Bélanger..."
La Grande Époque, April 11th 2006
"It is a masterpiece that Théâtre Denise-Pelletier ran until the 6th of April. Princess Turandot was simply magical, a tasty blend of Italian and Asian cultures..."
ICI, March 23rd 2006
"Bélanger tactfuly couples commedia dell'arte with Asian theatre techniques..."
Le Devoir, March 30th 2004
"Within its mocking pleasantries we come across irresistible contemporary glimmers, comical encounters and a non-diminishing breath from prelude to end. A good story, great actors and inventive directiorial work; can we ask for more?"
La Presse, March 30th 2004
"With the Green Bird, Théâtre Tout à Trac serve us commedia dell’arte as never before seen. It’s new, original, refreshing and absolutely charming."
Montheatre.qc.ca , January 29th 2005
"Hurry! Hurry! See Théâtre Tout à trac. See all their productions because what you will vision in their presence is pure enchantment..."
Le Quotidien, April 22nd 2006
"...this creation, inspired by Carlo Gozzi's tale, provokes a full spectrum of laughter ..."