Press Release
Les Têtes d’affiche du Diamant
13 May 2025
S’inspirant de l’ancienne marquise du Cinéma de Paris et des têtes d’affiche de l’époque,...
Presented by Caisse d’économie solidaire Desjardins, in collaboration with Aéroport international Jean-Lesage de Québec, the benefit event L’Extravaganza du Diamant – Défis d’improvisation promises a one-of-a-kind experience! Six renowned artists, among the best improvisers, will take the stage with no script or prior preparation. They will spontaneously respond to prompts from the evening’s head chef, Dominic Lapointe of the Festival d’Impro de Québec.
Fabiola Aladin, Lelouis Courchesne, Marie Soleil Dion, Pier-Luc Funk, Laurent Paquin and Tammy Verge will create never-before-seen scenes, moving from cutting-edge performances to nearly insurmountable challenges, blending playful games with endless moments of laughter.
A one-of-a-kind improv night not to be missed, in the presence of Le Diamant co-founders, Lynda Beaulieu and Robert Lepage.
The event is under the honorary chairmanship of Ms. Marie-Christine Laflamme, Ms. Claudia Laflamme, Mr. Alexandre Laflamme, and Mr. Charles Laflamme of Meubles South Shore.
— Ms. Marie-Christine Laflamme, Ms. Claudia Laflamme, Mr. Alexandre Laflamme and Mr. Charles Laflamme, of Meubles South Shore.“For many years now, Le Diamant has held a very special place at the heart of our family’s cultural activities. This unique, deeply welcoming, and inspiring space is in perfect harmony with the values we uphold and that our family foundation strives to promote.”
— Ms. Lynda Beaulieu, President and co-fonder of Diamant“Robert Lepage’s legendary solo improvisation, titled “New York: Reality and Illusion,” captured the imagination of Quebecers when it was first presented in 1986. This unforgettable performance and daring artistic discipline inspired the theme of our upcoming benefit evening. Thanks to the support of the Laflamme family, the renewed commitment of our friends at Caisse d’économie solidaire Desjardins, and the collaboration of the Festival d’impro de Québec, we promise a unique evening for our valued donors on May 14, 2026. Le Diamant is fortunate to count on the support of generous and inspiring business leaders who believe in the importance and accessibility of live arts for the well-being and development of our community.”
— Mr. Steve Labrie, Executive Director
Here’s how the event will unfold, based on your chosen experience:
* An official tax receipt will be issued for each ticket purchased. Les Amants du Diamant receive a special rate.
In April, Le Diamant will launch its virtual auction in support of the benefit event. Bidding will be open on a variety of lots, including some exceptional items. Link coming soon.
If you can’t attend the benefit event but still wish to support Le Diamant’s mission, you can make a donation.
*An official tax receipt will be issued.
This event is made possible thanks to the involvement and generosity of our valued collaborators: the Laflamme family, the Festival d’Impro de Québec, Air Canada, Bistro La Cohue, Brasseurs RJ, Dandurand, and numerous companies that contributed to Le Diamant’s virtual auction.
Le Diamant also wishes to recognize the essential support of the Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec, and the City of Quebec in helping it shine, as well as the pivotal contributions of its major donors: Bell, BMO Financial Group, Hydro-Québec, Fondation Sandra and Alain Bouchard, Robert Lepage, Mouvement Desjardins, Kabuchan International, Power Corporation of Canada, Groupe Canam, Groupe Dallaire, Fondaction, Beneva, Sylvia M. G. Soyka, National Bank of Canada, Cogeco, Pomerleau, Cominar, Sanimax, Geneviève Marcon and Jean Campeau, L. Jacques and Marie-José Ménard, Daniel Gauthier, Coarchitecture, as well as several anonymous donors.
