Presentation of the Ampodium Gallery

Nestled in the heart of Montreal's iconic Belgo building, a mecca for contemporary art, Ampodium Gallery stands out as a unique space where the boundaries between artistic disciplines fade to give way to a new form of dialogue. With its 700 square feet of creative intimacy, Ampodium is much more than a gallery: it's a podium for experimentation, an amphitheater for ideas, and a stage where the visual and performing arts converge in bold harmony.

Founded by Gabriel Cuny, a multidisciplinary art enthusiast, Ampodium draws its essence from a rich and atypical background. After years devoted to theater and contemporary dance—notably as an agent for the renowned Marie Chouinard company—[your name] chose to transpose his love of movement and bodily expression into the world of visual arts. This journey, marked by a relentless quest for meaning and beauty, gives Ampodium a unique identity: that of a space where works are not simply viewed, but experienced.

An artistic vision that transcends disciplines

Ampodium stands out for its innovative approach, where each exhibition becomes an immersive experience. Inspired by theater and dance, the gallery explores the intersections between gesture and material, movement and color. Here, artists are invited to reinvent their practices through dialogue with performers, musicians, and scenographers. Each work thus becomes a stage where the viewer is both witness and actor.
In this multidisciplinary setting, Ampodium celebrates emerging artists while providing a platform for established creators who dare to push the boundaries of their medium. The program is bold and eclectic, oscillating between immersive installations, hybrid performances, and works that question our relationship to time, space, and identity.

A journey in the service of art

Gabriel Cuny's journey is that of a lover of the arts who has always sought to forge connections between disciplines. Trained in theater from a young age, he learned to listen to the silence of empty stages before they came alive with the breath of the actors. His time in the world of contemporary dance taught him the power of the body in movement—that silent poetry expressed without words.
After a break dedicated to his family, [your name] returns with a renewed vision: a space where visual art can borrow its dramaturgy from theater and its fluidity from dance. Ampodium is thus the fruit of a life dedicated to artistic exploration, a project that reflects both his roots and his desire for innovation.

Why Ampodium?

The name "Ampodium" evokes a place of exchange and amplification—a podium where artistic voices rise to resonate beyond the walls. It is also a tribute to ancient amphitheaters, those circular spaces where each spectator had a privileged view of the action. At Ampodium, each visitor is invited to enter this intimate circle to discover works that challenge as much as they inspire.

A new lease of life for Montreal

In a city renowned for its cultural vibrancy, Ampodium aspires to become a key player in Montreal's artistic landscape. By moving into the Belgo building—a true hub of creativity—the gallery is continuing a tradition while offering a fresh take on what a gallery can be today: a vibrant, dynamic, and open space.
Ampodium doesn't just exhibit works; it tells stories. It builds bridges between disciplines. It invites the public to see things differently. And above all, it celebrates what art has always done best: bringing us together around a shared emotion.
Welcome to Ampodium – where art comes to life.