what is flop?
in many ways, art and nightlife share the same dream- to move people to a space just outside reality that gives them enough freedom to imagine other ways to be. unfortunately, the two worlds rarely meet. flop hopes to change that by combining two worlds into one.
built in the image of the 2000s chill out room and the 2010s montreal afters, flop invites guests to join a world of sweetness, chill, and imagination that is often missing from larger, louder nightlife events. sometimes the djs we program are famous and sometimes they aren’t. one sunday you may hear an improvised flute performance; the next, an hour-long breathwork cool-down. what’s consistent about flop is the world it invites you to inhabit, a world where you feel cared for, relaxed, and free.
flop is sculpted by a community of montreal artists, each invited to contribute something that reflects their own practice, from food and wine to performance and world-building. every detail is considered, and every edition becomes a collective work.
every edition of flop is an experiment. some ideas succeed, others surprise us, and every gathering teaches us something about what a party can be. It won’t be for everyone—but if it resonates with you, welcome in.
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flop remercie le Conseil des arts de Montréal @conseilartsmtl de son appui financier.
