Gender-bending performances that leave you hot and bothered: Cabaret à Mado is modelled after its iconic owner, the fabulous Mado Lamothe. A storied figure in Montréal’s drag queen scene, this place always pulls in a mixed crowd, no doubt drawn by the heady mix of dancing, music and improv. The dance floor is in full effect after each showcase, but don’t miss Mado herself, who performs every Tuesday.