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Soundstreams to Present KEYED UP! Festival This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024
For all keyboard lovers, Lawrence Cherney, Founding Artistic Director of Soundstreams will present Keyed Up! a three-day festival April 18 to 20. Learn more about the festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024
For all keyboard lovers, Lawrence Cherney, Founding Artistic Director of Soundstreams will present Keyed Up! a three-day festival April 18 to 20. Learn more about the festival.
Drop in Revenue Leads to Significant Layoffs at TO Live
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2020
The uncertainty caused by COVID-19 and an 85% drop in revenue has led TO Live to make the decision to layoff an additional 32 people bringing the total to 115 full time staff being laid off. This is in addition to the 480 unionized, part-time and casual staff who were already laid off or placed on Emergency Temporary Leave.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2020
The uncertainty caused by COVID-19 and an 85% drop in revenue has led TO Live to make the decision to layoff an additional 32 people bringing the total to 115 full time staff being laid off. This is in addition to the 480 unionized, part-time and casual staff who were already laid off or placed on Emergency Temporary Leave.
Isango Ensemble Makes Canadian Debut With A MAN OF GOOD HOPE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2019
Isango Ensemble, the award-winning South African theatre company that draws its artists mainly from the townships surrounding Cape Town, makes its Canadian debut with the production A Man of Good Hope.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2019
Isango Ensemble, the award-winning South African theatre company that draws its artists mainly from the townships surrounding Cape Town, makes its Canadian debut with the production A Man of Good Hope.
Canada's First Muslim Theatre Company Makes Toronto Debut
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2019
The Silk Road Institute, Canada's premier Muslim theatre company, presents the inaugural Toronto production of Rabiah Hussain's fresh and fierce British drama SPUN, a play about friendship, belonging and South-Asian identity taking place in the wake of the 2005 London terror attacks. On the heels of its Canadian premiere at Montreal's Centaur Theatre, SPUN, will tour to the Meridian Arts Centre (formerly the Toronto Centre for the Arts) for one night only, Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 PM.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2019
The Silk Road Institute, Canada's premier Muslim theatre company, presents the inaugural Toronto production of Rabiah Hussain's fresh and fierce British drama SPUN, a play about friendship, belonging and South-Asian identity taking place in the wake of the 2005 London terror attacks. On the heels of its Canadian premiere at Montreal's Centaur Theatre, SPUN, will tour to the Meridian Arts Centre (formerly the Toronto Centre for the Arts) for one night only, Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 PM.
Toronto Fringe Festival Smashes All Box Office Records
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019
The 2019 Toronto Fringe Festival wrapped up yesterday after 12 successful days of live theatre, dance, comedy, musicals and increased free programming at Fringe's patio, POSTSCRIPT. Toronto Fringe is pleased to report that ticket sales for the 2019 Fringe Festival were $40,000 ahead of the incredibly successful 2018 Fringe Festival - making it the best-selling Toronto Fringe of all time. In a time of austerity and cutbacks, Fringe is proud to announce that the indie, grassroots theatre spirit is alive and well - and people are flocking to this 31-year-old movement, which has become a feeder-system of the performing arts ecology in Canada.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019
The 2019 Toronto Fringe Festival wrapped up yesterday after 12 successful days of live theatre, dance, comedy, musicals and increased free programming at Fringe's patio, POSTSCRIPT. Toronto Fringe is pleased to report that ticket sales for the 2019 Fringe Festival were $40,000 ahead of the incredibly successful 2018 Fringe Festival - making it the best-selling Toronto Fringe of all time. In a time of austerity and cutbacks, Fringe is proud to announce that the indie, grassroots theatre spirit is alive and well - and people are flocking to this 31-year-old movement, which has become a feeder-system of the performing arts ecology in Canada.
NIGHT FEED Wins Best Of Fringe, Patron's Pick, Sells Out Entire Toronto Fringe Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019
Canvas Sky Theatre's NIGHT FEED has been selected for a remount at the Toronto Centre For The Arts, Sunday July 21st 12:00pm and Saturday July 27th 12:00pm as part of TO Live's annual Best Of Fringe presentation. These newly-announced performances will cap off a wildly successful inaugural production for Canvas Sky's puppet comedy about motherhood, with Night Feed selling out it's entire Toronto Fringe run at the Tarragon ExtraSpace, winning Patron's Pick in the process, after already receiving Outstanding Overall Production at the 2019 Ottawa Fringe Festival in June.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2019
Canvas Sky Theatre's NIGHT FEED has been selected for a remount at the Toronto Centre For The Arts, Sunday July 21st 12:00pm and Saturday July 27th 12:00pm as part of TO Live's annual Best Of Fringe presentation. These newly-announced performances will cap off a wildly successful inaugural production for Canvas Sky's puppet comedy about motherhood, with Night Feed selling out it's entire Toronto Fringe run at the Tarragon ExtraSpace, winning Patron's Pick in the process, after already receiving Outstanding Overall Production at the 2019 Ottawa Fringe Festival in June.
Toronto Fringe Announces 2019 Festival Award Winners
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2019
The winners of Toronto Fringe Patron's Pick shows, Best of Fringe shows and more were announced yesterday evening at an Awards Ceremony at POSTSCRIPT, the patio at the Toronto Fringe.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2019
The winners of Toronto Fringe Patron's Pick shows, Best of Fringe shows and more were announced yesterday evening at an Awards Ceremony at POSTSCRIPT, the patio at the Toronto Fringe.
Laura Anne Harris Brings DESTINY, USA to Toronto Fringe
by Julie Musbach - Jun 21, 2019
When Laura moves from Toronto to Syracuse, New York, she wasn't expecting to be residing in Trump's America. Gaining her first job as a Relay operator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing causes her to question whether she can discover the hidden humanity of the American people. Destiny, USA weaves together three stories: Laura moving to the US for the first time and working as a relay operator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, romantically meeting her husband, and dealing with her mother's illness in Canada while she has to live in America.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 21, 2019
When Laura moves from Toronto to Syracuse, New York, she wasn't expecting to be residing in Trump's America. Gaining her first job as a Relay operator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing causes her to question whether she can discover the hidden humanity of the American people. Destiny, USA weaves together three stories: Laura moving to the US for the first time and working as a relay operator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, romantically meeting her husband, and dealing with her mother's illness in Canada while she has to live in America.
TO Live Announces 2019-2020 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 19, 2019
TO Live announces 2019-2020 season programming, delivering on its promise to connect audiences and communities reflective of Toronto's population. Amongst its varied programming, TO Live announces the Toronto premiere of the exhibition Mandela: Struggle for Freedom, a rich sensory experience of imagery, soundscape, digital media and objects direct from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, at the Meridian Arts Centre (formerly Toronto Centre for the Arts)
by Julie Musbach - Jun 19, 2019
TO Live announces 2019-2020 season programming, delivering on its promise to connect audiences and communities reflective of Toronto's population. Amongst its varied programming, TO Live announces the Toronto premiere of the exhibition Mandela: Struggle for Freedom, a rich sensory experience of imagery, soundscape, digital media and objects direct from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg, at the Meridian Arts Centre (formerly Toronto Centre for the Arts)
Eifman Ballet Pays Tribute To Russian Icon In Canadian Premiere Of Tchaikovsky: PRO Et CONTRA
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2019
Show One Productions and TO Live proudly present Russia's premier contemporary ballet company Eifman Ballet in Tchaikovsky. PRO et CONTRA, on stage for three performances only, May 9 11, 2019, at The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts. This heart-rending choreographic love letter to the illustrious Russian composer implements Artistic Director Boris Eifman's signature sublime theatricality, delving into the tormented psyche of composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky as he battles to reconcile his public persona with his inner demons.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2019
Show One Productions and TO Live proudly present Russia's premier contemporary ballet company Eifman Ballet in Tchaikovsky. PRO et CONTRA, on stage for three performances only, May 9 11, 2019, at The Sony Centre for the Performing Arts. This heart-rending choreographic love letter to the illustrious Russian composer implements Artistic Director Boris Eifman's signature sublime theatricality, delving into the tormented psyche of composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky as he battles to reconcile his public persona with his inner demons.
New York and Toronto Join Forces for Unconventional Dance Performance POSSIBILITIES OF DIALOGUE
by Julie Musbach - Mar 7, 2019
Co-created and performed by Toronto-based dance artist David Norsworthy and NYC-based dance artist Marielis Garcia, Possibilities of Dialogue is an exchange of energy and awareness through contemporary dance and a collaborative creative process with audience members. As part of North York Arts' Evolve! program, and co-presented by TOES FOR DANCE and DanceWorks (as part of their CoWorks Series), the performance will take place on Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th at 8:00pm with a matinee on Sunday, April 7th at 2:00pm.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 7, 2019
Co-created and performed by Toronto-based dance artist David Norsworthy and NYC-based dance artist Marielis Garcia, Possibilities of Dialogue is an exchange of energy and awareness through contemporary dance and a collaborative creative process with audience members. As part of North York Arts' Evolve! program, and co-presented by TOES FOR DANCE and DanceWorks (as part of their CoWorks Series), the performance will take place on Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th at 8:00pm with a matinee on Sunday, April 7th at 2:00pm.
Artist Explores Transatlantic Slave Triangle In Award-winning Play SALT. At Toronto Centre For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2019
Selina Thompson's multi-award winning exploration of grief, ancestry and the transatlantic slave triangle, salt., will play the Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7 - 10, 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 28, 10AM.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2019
Selina Thompson's multi-award winning exploration of grief, ancestry and the transatlantic slave triangle, salt., will play the Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7 - 10, 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 28, 10AM.
February at the TSO To Feature Sir Andrew Davis, Barbara Hannigan, Thomas Dausgaard, and Alisa Weilerstein
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2019
The month of February at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) marks the returns of singer & conductor Barbara Hannigan, superstar cellist Alisa Weilerstein, and the National Arts Centre Orchestra. Moreover, Interim Artistic Director Sir Andrew Davis celebrates his birthday on the TSO podium, and some principal players from the Orchestra Jonathan Crow, Joseph Johnson, and Kelly Zimba take centre stage performing Brahms and Debussy.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2019
The month of February at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) marks the returns of singer & conductor Barbara Hannigan, superstar cellist Alisa Weilerstein, and the National Arts Centre Orchestra. Moreover, Interim Artistic Director Sir Andrew Davis celebrates his birthday on the TSO podium, and some principal players from the Orchestra Jonathan Crow, Joseph Johnson, and Kelly Zimba take centre stage performing Brahms and Debussy.
Rebecca Liddiard, Peter Keleghan Join Cast of Toronto Premiere of DRY POWDER
by Julie Musbach - Nov 23, 2018
Evermore Theatre Company is pleased to announce that Rebecca Liddiard (Frankie Drake Mysteries, Alias Grace) and Peter Keleghan (Workin' Moms, Murdoch Mysteries) have joined the Toronto premiere production of Dry Powder.
by Julie Musbach - Nov 23, 2018
Evermore Theatre Company is pleased to announce that Rebecca Liddiard (Frankie Drake Mysteries, Alias Grace) and Peter Keleghan (Workin' Moms, Murdoch Mysteries) have joined the Toronto premiere production of Dry Powder.
Hit Canadian Musical BREMEN ROCK CITY Reimagined For Young Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2018
Bremen Rock City, written by Canadian artists Colleen Dauncey, Akiva Romer-Segal, and Sara Farb, was first performed at Toronto Fringe in 2013 where it received outstanding reviews. First performed by a cast of adults, the show has been reimagined and adapted by its creators, into a piece perfect for young artists.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2018
Bremen Rock City, written by Canadian artists Colleen Dauncey, Akiva Romer-Segal, and Sara Farb, was first performed at Toronto Fringe in 2013 where it received outstanding reviews. First performed by a cast of adults, the show has been reimagined and adapted by its creators, into a piece perfect for young artists.
SLAVA'S SNOWSHOW Blows into Toronto in Time for the Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2018
Show One Productions and Civic Theatres Toronto present the international sensation Slava's Snowshow, December 7 to 16, 2018 in the Bluma Appel Theatre at St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts. Returning to Toronto for the first time in two decades, the scruffy, disarming troupe of clowns will take audiences on a spellbinding adventure, unleashing full-throttle madness amidst enchanting, contemplative moments, before roaring to its legendary finish.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2018
Show One Productions and Civic Theatres Toronto present the international sensation Slava's Snowshow, December 7 to 16, 2018 in the Bluma Appel Theatre at St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts. Returning to Toronto for the first time in two decades, the scruffy, disarming troupe of clowns will take audiences on a spellbinding adventure, unleashing full-throttle madness amidst enchanting, contemplative moments, before roaring to its legendary finish.
BWW Preview: Sara Farb on Bringing UNCOVERED: JONI MITCHELL AND CAROLE KING to Life
by Isabella Perrone - Nov 12, 2018
The artists and creatives behind The Musical Stage Company's 2018 edition of UNCOVERED will be preparing for opening night of the popular series, and on Monday, November 13, ten accomplished and dynamic performers will take the stage to cover a wealth of songs from pioneering singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell and Carole King, under the direction of the series' driving force, Reza Jacobs (Music Direction, Vocal Arrangements, Orchestrations).
by Isabella Perrone - Nov 12, 2018
The artists and creatives behind The Musical Stage Company's 2018 edition of UNCOVERED will be preparing for opening night of the popular series, and on Monday, November 13, ten accomplished and dynamic performers will take the stage to cover a wealth of songs from pioneering singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell and Carole King, under the direction of the series' driving force, Reza Jacobs (Music Direction, Vocal Arrangements, Orchestrations).
John Storgårds Returns to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2018
The month of November at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) begins with The Mozart Experience (a pair of delightful family concerts) and ushers in the holiday season with Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker & More. In between, the TSO offers much-loved music by Beethoven, John Adams, and Ravel-in a program entitled Bolero-and presents the poignant Britten War Requiem, coinciding with the centennial of Armistice Day.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2018
The month of November at the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) begins with The Mozart Experience (a pair of delightful family concerts) and ushers in the holiday season with Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker & More. In between, the TSO offers much-loved music by Beethoven, John Adams, and Ravel-in a program entitled Bolero-and presents the poignant Britten War Requiem, coinciding with the centennial of Armistice Day.
Artist Explores Transatlantic Slave Triangle In Award-winning Play SALT. At Toronto Centre For The Arts
by Julie Musbach - Sep 25, 2018
Selina Thompson's multi-award winning exploration of grief, ancestry and the transatlantic slave triangle, salt., will play the Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7 - 10, 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 28, 10AM.
by Julie Musbach - Sep 25, 2018
Selina Thompson's multi-award winning exploration of grief, ancestry and the transatlantic slave triangle, salt., will play the Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7 - 10, 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 28, 10AM.
Evermore Theatre Company Presents the Toronto Premiere Of DRY POWDER
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2018
Evermore Theatre Company is pleased to announce that award winning theatre director, Angela Besharah will direct the Toronto premiere of Sarah Burgess's razor sharp, satire Dry Powder.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2018
Evermore Theatre Company is pleased to announce that award winning theatre director, Angela Besharah will direct the Toronto premiere of Sarah Burgess's razor sharp, satire Dry Powder.
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