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March 2024 by A DS
They only take credit cards and refuse cash.
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March 2024 by Frederic Villeneuve
Don't take cash
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March 2024 by Sylvain
Refused cash
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February 2024 by Hélène Groulx
The exhibition The Horizon ofKheops is breathtaking and fun. Super well organized! I hope to see future experiences like this for different countries!
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October 2023 by Private Fantasy
The exhibition “Sex, desires and data” disappointed us A LOT and on several points. Did we learn anything new there? No. Were we entertained? Not much. Did it make us aware of anything new? Neither.In addition, the price is far from democratic: $38 taxes and fees included (same price at the door as online) for a one-hour journey.Suggestion: I suggest that Max be an incentive for online ticket purchases. It would be nice to be able to chat with him BEFORE going to the exhibition. During the exhibition, I find that it is something that distracts us, which does not make us 100% captive to the rest of the exhibition.Special mention to the staff members for their courtesy. Everyone spoke French very well, thank you!
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August 2023 by Flavio
A reference location in old Montreal for a captivating visit to new technologies and digital art.
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June 2023 by Miriam D.
If you like contemporary art, def go! Everyone was really nice and the show was super interesting.
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May 2023 by Oren
I recently visited the Phi Center for a “Habitat Sonore” music exhibition which came highly recommended to me. When we arrived, the gallery representative suggested we try a different music experience, "Program 2: Debute Dans" instead, as it featured more music and English lyrics (as opposed to French).Upon entering, we were asked to remove our shoes and found a cozy setup with carpet, pillows, and calming lights. The first piece, Tanya Tagaq’s "Tongues," featured intense throat singing and triggering themes, which left our group feeling anxious. The second part, a rainforest recording, didn't provide any relief as the sounds of flies and mosquitoes were discomforting. Overall, we were underwhelmed and disappointed by the experience.Our disappointment mainly lies with the gallery representative, who recommended this exhibition as a relevant alternative to the show we came to see. When I left the experience, and shared my thoughts with the gallery representative, she admitted that she had actually not participated in the experience herself. This was particularly frustrating because we trusted her guidance. Additionally, I was not offered a sincere apology or a refund. Unfortunately, due to this negative experience, I cannot recommend the Phi Center.
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March 2023 by Sam Geti
This the show last minute was amazing! I felt like I was in another world. The only constructive criticism I have is it was in French. I think the whole French vs English thing has been politicized and that's disappointing.
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March 2023 by roberto C
***Last MinuteI wanted a unique date with my wife. My wife suggested attending Phi Center events.We choose "Last Minute" experience/story.Artists Claire Bardainne and Adrien Mundot created a futuristic experience. It starts with a story about life's cycles, then an amazing immersive experience about nature's power.The carpeted, draped rectangle has a translucent screen in the centre that takes up 3/4 of the space and allows flow on both sides.The room's emotions made some people close their eyes. After realising its purpose, I enjoyed it.As a large group, it was fascinating to watch the room divide. Some kneel, others lie down. Others moved to the room on the other side of the screen and fully explored its 360 projections.After this, it got better. The journey completed a circle.It's refreshing to have places like Montreal's Phi Centre use art in new ways.Thanks to the artist and Phi Center for sharing this art.***Preparation tips for this event: Due to its length, the event starts at odd times (5:40 PM, 7:10 PM, etc.). It is not at our usual hour-and-half intervals. Arrive early to avoid missing the start since parking is always available in the old port. Luckily, there are many fun places to wait. Because the floor is art, I think you should take your shoes off before entering. Take pictures to remember the event.Hope this helps.
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March 2023 by Helen I am
This the show last minute was amazing! I felt like I was in another world. The only constructive criticism I have is it was in French. I think the whole French vs English thing has been politicized and that's disappointing.
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February 2023 by mia Azima
I went to the Last Minute exhibition and expected a lot based on the price tag it charged, yet it was a half hour experience of flashing strobe lights which gave me a horrible headache that lasted an hour afterwards. The sound effects were also devoid of any meaning and consisted of a monotone electronic beat. I truly feel scammed and do not recommend this exhibition at all.
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December 2022 by Naela Farage
We went for VR experience, and it was okay at best. It felt like a high price point for what you are getting. While the stories depicted in each room were great ideas, the execution and storytelling was severely lacking.Lots of it is cartoon imagery that is dated and juvenile. VR is not new anymore and we were hoping to have an elevated experience as a result. Interacting with the technology was not as immersive as we hoped for it to be.Would love for their to be an adults version for those of us looking to connect deeper with ourselves, with art, and with technology. We left feeling disappointed overall.
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December 2022 by Greg Bem
A great space, but the price for the interactive experiences is a bit high.
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November 2022 by Andrew
Loved our experience with Horizons VR so much so we purchased some VR glasses once vacation ended.Glad they are part of the Passport Montreal, created a fine day along with Immersion Van Gogh and the Grand Roue.
