Launch of Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique

Magical evenings under starry skies

Tickets for Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique are on sale on the Le Massif de Charlevoix website ($39.50 for adults, $29 for 13-17 year-olds, and $19.75 for 7-12 year-olds). Admission is free for children aged 6 and under. In addition, Le Massif offers visitors the chance to enjoy a panoramic meal at Camp Boule buvette de montagne, a wonderful restaurant located on the mountain's highest peaks. Reservations are strongly recommended, as some time slots are already fully booked.

Le Massif: world-class excellence across all 4 seasons

All year long, Le Massif is an unmissable part of any visit to Charlevoix thanks to this new evening attraction. In addition to skiing, tobogganing, biking, and hiking, which are among the area's most popular seasonal activities, Le Massif de Charlevoix now offers Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique, the perfect complement to the mountain’s wide range of available four-season and evening activities. A truly unique experience for all to enjoy.

"I couldn't be prouder of the result we are presenting to the public. The audience is discovering a totally new form of entertainment. An experience where time stands still, between sky and sea," says Daniel Gélinas, Executive Producer.

"Making Quebec a four-season tourist destination is one of our government's priorities. It's a way of maximizing and spreading the benefits of tourism throughout the year, as well as contributing to the growth and vitality of Quebec's regions. Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique is the perfect reflection of this objective, thanks to a one-of-a-kind experience that is sure to be a major attraction for tourists from near and far. I salute the promoters of Groupe Le Massif for this ambitious project. I'm convinced that it will contribute to the economic and social vitality of Charlevoix and Quebec," says Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière region.

"This large-scale production highlights not only the region's beauty, but also Quebec expertise and talent. I'd like to congratulate the entire team behind this initiative. Your project will contribute directly to the tourist attraction and cultural vibrancy of the greater Capitale-Nationale region this summer," says Jonatan Julien, Minister responsible for Infrastructure and Minister responsible for the Capitale-Nationale region.

"It is with tremendous pride that we invite visitors to Charlevoix to discover this unique experience. Whether for thrill-seekers, nature lovers, or the curious in search of adventure, Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique is an unmissable experience. I congratulate all those who have brought this extraordinary project to life," says Kariane Bourassa, MP for Charlevoix-Côte-de-Beaupré and President of the Capitale-Nationale caucus.

"The entire Charlevoix region will be able to benefit from the added value of Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique, which enhances the range of evening activities for the whole family. It's a truly world-class experience that demonstrates Quebec expertise, renowned the world over," adds Daniel Gauthier, owner of Le Massif de Charlevoix.

The creative team behind Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique

The Atelier Occhio collective, the creative force behind the project, brings together leading local designers. Co-creator and lighting designer Yves Aucoin has been traveling the world for over 35 years, regularly collaborating with world-renowned artists such as Céline Dion. He founded the visual design company 4U2C in 2013 and has provided lighting for major events such as the closing ceremonies of the Pan Am Games in Toronto and the Asian Games in Jakarta. He also designed the lighting for Cirque du Soleil’s Love.

Stéphane Mongeau, co-producer and executive producer, is a prolific force in productions around the globe. In addition to directing the productions of Kà, Totem, Amaluna, and Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour, he has overseen projects based on the Netflix TV series Stranger Things and Bridgerton. Co-founder of 4U2C, he also played a key role at Lune Rouge.

Co-creator and playwright Olivier Kemeid is a leading figure on the Quebec theatrical scene, where he has served as the artistic director and co-director of Théâtre de Quat'Sous for several years. He has written over 15 plays, several of which have been translated abroad, as well as two novels, and has collaborated with a number of major artists, including Robert Lepage for Projet Riopelle.

Martin Labrecque, co-creator and lighting designer, is undoubtedly one of the most gifted and renowned lighting designers of his generation. Renowned in the world of theatre for having produced over 200 lighting designs, he has also spent the past 20 years designing lighting for Cirque du Soleil's Cortéo, Kooza, Kurios, Luzia, and Drawn to Life.

Drawing on their individual and shared experience in fields as varied as theatre, opera, circus, music, and events, the creators of Atelier Occhio are thrilled to present their latest creation on the flanks of Le Massif.

In addition to original music by Philippe Brault, Le Vol de l'Oiseau mécanique features a unique soundscape by Jacques Boucher, set design by Mariko Samejima, video design by Félix Fradet-Faguy, and production direction by Robert Lemoine.

This large-scale production has been made possible thanks to Le Massif de Charlevoix, the Tourism Industry Recovery Program developed by Quebec’s Ministry of Tourism, as well as Tourisme Charlevoix (in collaboration with the Secrétariat à la Capitale-Nationale and Destination Québec Cité through the Québec 2022 call for projects for economic and tourism recovery.)