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On January 26th Toronto was abuzz with excitement as film and stage star Daniel Radcliffe arrived in the city for the first time ever, to promote his upcoming film The Woman in Black. The story has been a hit on London's West End (where it's currently celebrating its 23rd year) and gets the Hollywood treatment in a frightening adaptation out February 10th 2012. BWW was thrilled to be at the black carpet premiere to speak to Mr. Radcliffe about his new role, the brotherhood of man and if he plans to return to the stage.

Theatre 20 announced an exciting inaugural season in a star-studded event this past Monday, January 23rd at Toronto's National Club. Legendary musical theatre performer (and Toronto native son) Colm Wilkinson will make his directorial debut with Bloodless: The Story of Burke and Hare, Theatre 20 will partner with Sheridan College for a production of UK Fringe hit Raindogs and finally, Adam Brazier will direct a re-imagining of Stephen Sondheim's hit Company. BWW was on hand to bring its readers photos of the event, as well as all the details on what's to come for Theatre 20.

Last week members of the press got a special sneak peek at the cast of the upcoming production of War Horse in Toronto. Held at the rehearsal studio in Liberty Village, many people came out to get a first glimpse at the Canadian 'Joey' and his fellow castmates. It was hard to find a dry eye in the house by the time they were done their run-through, and BWW is thrilled to bring its readers these photos from that special morning.

On Monday January 23rd Theatre 20 announced its inaugural season in a very special event held at Toronto's The National Club. On hand for the announcement were most of Theatre 20's founding members, as well as members of the arts community, city councilors, special musical guests and invited members of the press. BWW is thrilled to brings its readers these photos of the very special night.

Other People had a starry opening night last Thursday at The Young Centre for the Performing Arts, where many stars of Canadian film and TV came out in support of the young cast and their ambitious project. BWW is thrilled to bring readers these photos from the after-party.

BWW is thrilled to bring its readers the chance to win tickets to one of the most anticipated events of the winter season - the black carpet premiere of the new Daniel Radcliffe horror flick The Woman in Black. Mr. Radcliffe is confirmed to attend, and we are giving away two double passes to attend the black carpet and screen the film.

Kim's Convenience opened last night to an enthusiastic crowd of supporters, fans, family and friends at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. The show was a smash-hit at last year's Toronto Fringe, and is back and better than ever.

Other People opens tonight in Toronto at The Young Centre for the Performing Arts' Tankhouse Theatre, and BWW is thrilled to bring its readers this special feature with three of the show's talented stars. Tatiana Maslany, Ben Lewis and Indrit Kasapi talk about the new production the nature of cooperative theatre, social media in the arts and what they hope the future will bring.

Kim's Convenience was a hit at last year's Toronto Fringe Festival, and returns to a Toronto stage this week as part of Soulpepper's 2012 Season. Written by Ins Choi (who also stars in the production) the show is a loosely autobiographical tale about a family who's patriarch runs a Korean convenience store in Regent Park. BWW sat down to talk with Ins about what the journey has been like for him so far, his place as a role model in the Korean community and what he has in store for the future of Kim's Convenience.

Acclaimed throughout Canada and much of the world for his visionary theatrical style and innovative work, Robert Lepage brings his stunning production of The Blue Dragon to Toronto this week for a limited engagement at The Royal Alexandra Theatre. This week, BWW talks with Tai Wei Foo, who in addition to starring in the production, is also responsible for choreographing the beautiful dances from the show. In our interview she discusses her love of dancing, the unique nature of theatre and why everyone should give The Blue Dragon a try.

Acclaimed throughout Canada and much of the world for his visionary theatrical style and innovative work, Robert Lepage brings his stunning production of The Blue Dragon to Toronto this week for a limited engagement at The Royal Alexandra Theatre. BWW sat down with Henri Chasse, who steps into the role of Pierre LaMontagne (previously played by Lepage) to discuss the challenges of performing in three different languages, and the reasons why theatre is still culturally relevant.

This weekend the National Tour of American Idiot had a very Canadian feel as the three main 'Idiots' were played by three Canadian boys when Gabriel Antonacci stepped into the role of Johnny (usually played by Van Hughes). BWW was thrilled to go back to the show in order to see three hometown boys rock out together.

Living with Henry was a hit at last year's Toronto Fringe Festival, and is back on stage with the Next Stage Theatre Festival. Featuring some of Canada's best and brightest musical theatre performers, the show is a semi-autobiographical look at life with HIV/AIDS. The lead character is played by Ryan Kelly who was most recently seen in Studio 180's critically acclaimed production of The Normal Heart. He took a few minutes to talk with BWW about the show, and about his tendency to gravitate towards roles that deal with death, disease and the human spirit.

The 1st National Tour of American Idiot launched last week in Toronto, and the cast celebrated New Year's Eve with a medley performance of Green Day hits in Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square. BWW is thrilled to bring its readers these exclusive photos of the cast backstage at City Hall and performing on the CityTV broadcast.

The 1st National Tour of American Idiot launched last week in Toronto, with much of the producing and creative team from NYC journeying North for the event. BWW was on hand to bring its readers coverage of all the opening night fun, and also had the chance to speak with Director Michael Mayer and Music Supervisor Tom Kitt. The dynamic duo talk Toronto, changes to the production, and their love of Canadians:

American Idiot launched its National Tour in Toronto last night at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, and BWW was on hand to capture photos from the pre-show press event and the post-show after party. The show runs until January 15th in Toronto.

The much-anticipated National Tour of Green Day's American Idiot kicked off in Toronto last night, and BWW was on hand to capture photos of the entire event. It was a very special evening as Toronto celebrated the four Canadians who were making their return to 'Broadway North' with the production, which will run for three weeks before hitting the road to tour the United States.

The National Tour of Green Day's American Idiot kicks off in Toronto on January 29th at The Toronto Centre for the Arts. The show has been one of the most anticipated productions of the year and BWW is thrilled to be bringing its readers comprehensive coverage of all things Idiot! Today we are talking with Scott J Campbell, who has spent the last few years on Broadway and is celebrating a personal homecoming with American Idiot.

The National Tour of Green Day's American Idiot kicks off in Toronto on January 29th at The Toronto Centre for the Arts. The show has been one of the most anticipated productions of the year and BWW is thrilled to be bringing its readers comprehensive coverage of all things Idiot! First up is an interview with hometown boy Jake Epstein. Jake is perhaps best known for his role as Craig on Degrassi: The Next Generation and for playing Melchior on the Spring Awakening National Tour, and now he comes home to Toronto in the role of Will. Jake spoke with BWW about his past roles, plans for the future and this homecoming.

The National Tour of HAIR debuted in Toronto on Wednesday night at the gorgeous Royal Alexandra Theatre, where it will play until New Year's Eve. On hand to celebrate the show's triumphant return to our city were many of the members of the original Canadian production of HAIR. BWW is thrilled to bring you these exclusive photos from the final 'curtain call' and the after-party, where the tribe from the sixties met the tribe from the new millennium.