CINARS, the International Exchange for Performers, an event promoting the performing arts, started Montreal in 1983. The festival brings together delegates and media representatives to attend sample showcases and network. Inspired by the Cannes Festival, by MIDEM, CINARS is devoted to dance, theatre and music in all forms. This year a freezing Montreal hosted the 16th biennial with 1,500 participants attending from 40 countries. Over 600 artrists took part along with about 350 presenters. Among the companies that presented their works were the following:
