Artists Unite Against Court-Ordered Closure of Montreal's La Tulipe

The historic concert hall shut down after a court ruling on noise complaints, sparking protests and calls for municipal intervention.

Over 100 musicians, comedians, and cultural workers signed an open letter condemning the Quebec Court of Appeal's decision.
The court ordered La Tulipe to stop making noise audible in an adjacent residential building, leading to its temporary closure.
Protesters gathered with drums and percussion instruments outside the venue, expressing support and frustration.
Plateau-Mont-Royal borough council has initiated steps to amend the bylaw that led to the court's ruling, with changes expected by October 7.
La Tulipe, a symbol of Montreal's cultural heritage since 1913, faces an uncertain future amid the city's housing crisis and development pressures.