Toronto Biennial of Art’s “Precarious Joys” features more than 50 artists at multiple locations – on until Dec 1, 2024

posted Saturday, October 5, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Art, Toronto

Precarious Joys is the title of the third edition of the Toronto Biennial of Art (TBA) that features 55+ artists and over 90 works of art from diverse geographies, working across various disciplines. On now until December 1st, TBA offers 10 weeks of free contemporary art at 11 unique locations across Toronto.  Precarious Joys explores the emotional […]

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Wonderful Joe – legendary Toronto-based puppeteer’s latest production is about an elderly gay man and his dog being evicted to make way for condo development – on stage Oct 5 to 23, 2024 (Toronto)

posted Friday, October 4, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Toronto

Prepare to be dazzled at the Toronto premiere of Wonderful Joe by acclaimed Toronto-based puppeteer, playwright, performer, and designer Ronnie Burkett at St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, Jane Mallet Theatre, October 5 to 23, 2024. The play tells the story of an elderly gay man who lives in a fifth-floor walk-up apartment building in […]

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Legends of Horror returns to Casa Loma with new chills and thrills – Oct 3 to Nov 2, 2024 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, October 3, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Toronto

Just when you thought your worst nightmare was over… Liberty Entertainment Group announces the return of its classic and beloved Halloween-themed event, Legends of Horror on the grounds of Toronto’s celebrated historic castle, Casa Loma. Opening October 3rd and running until November 2nd, 2024, this phantasmagoric event is guaranteed to elevate one’s fear factor, make […]

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The Toronto Burlesque Festival features over 50 burlesque, drag, and cabaret artists – Oct 3 to 6, 2024 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, October 3, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Queer, Toronto

Bringing together the diverse talents of over 50 of North America’s premier burlesque, drag, and cabaret artists, The Toronto Burlesque Festival returns October 3-6, 2024 under the neon palms of the legendary El Mocambo with four sultry showcases of glamour, humour, and high-caliber performances rooted in messages of diversity, inclusivity and body-positivity. Founded in 2008 as a grassroots festival […]

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What’s queer at the 2024 Vancouver International Film Festival – Sept 26 to Oct 6, 2024

posted Thursday, September 26, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Vancouver

The Vancouver International Film Festival  showcases exceptional cinema in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Our spectacular roster includes some of the best cinema from around the globe, one-of-a-kind live performances, talks, industry sessions, and other unique events celebrating film and film culture. The 2024 festival will feature more than 350 screenings, dozens of […]

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Ellen Degeneres: For Your Approval – her final comedy special coming to Netflix Sept 24, 2024

posted Monday, September 23, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Comedy, Lesbian, Streaming Online

For the first time in 6 years, Ellen DeGeneres returns to the stage in her new comedy special Ellen Degeneres: For Your Approval.  The final comedy special of her historic career, Ellen gets personal and reveals what she’s been doing since being “kicked out of show business.” From the mundane world of raising chickens and parallel […]

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Peaches brings her retro-electroclash sexual sounds back to Toronto for another raunchy romp, with special guest Princess Superstar – Sept 22, 2024 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, September 19, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Music, Queer, Toronto

Avant-garde electronica and sexual fearlessness have made GTA-born, Berlin-based Peaches a musical icon. Her infamous live shows have become legendary for the provocative, no holes barred atmosphere. Whatever can happen, will happen, and then some! She’s returning to do one last show in Toronto at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on September 22, 2024, before the venue […]

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Noah Reid and Tynomi Banks headline Crow’s Cabaret this fall at Crow’s Theatre – Sept 20 to Oct 12, 2024 (Toronto)

posted Sunday, September 15, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Toronto

For the 2024.25 season, Crow’s Theatre continues the tradition of lighting up Toronto’s east end with entertainment for all tastes, with CROW’S CABARET in the Studio Theatre. The series kicks-off with beloved actor and musician Noah Reid returning to Crow’s for two nights with The Country Sessions and his signature soulful approach to a curated list of classic country covers […]

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Studio One Forever – historical look back at this famed West Hollywood gay disco

posted Friday, September 13, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Pride, Queer, Streaming Online

STUDIO ONE FOREVER is the untold story of America’s trailblazing gay disco, a kaleidoscopic excursion into LGBTQ+ history through the lens of this groundbreaking club.  Studio One was more than just a disco; it was a mecca for gay men looking for identity in a world that saw them as outcasts. Its adjoining nightclub, The […]

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The Trans Filmmakers Summit is back at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival with a new Short Film Fund initiative – Sept 8, 2024

posted Friday, September 6, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Festivals, Film, Toronto, Trans

The Trans Filmmakers Mentorship has announced the return of its annual Trans Filmmakers Summit set to take place at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival on September 8th, 2024. Returning for its third year at TIFF, the Trans Filmmakers Summit continues to foster industry exchanges, connections, and dialogue, and supports the reimagining of trans storytelling […]

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