Goethe Films presents “I Have a Crush on You” series @ TIFF Lightbox – March 7 to 14 (Toronto)

posted Monday, March 6, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Theatre, Toronto

Love is love… across genders and geography, communities and conflict, as five young films prove with verve and wonder – and a lot of (coming-of-age) love. Between Grindr dates and raves, No Hard Feelings, Faraz Shariat’s Berlinale feature debut, delves into the queer Iranian-German underground. In the award-winning documentary Zuhur’s Daughters, Laurentia Genske and Robin […]

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Rock of Ages – Broadway’s hit 80’s inspired musical now on stage in Toronto until May 20, 2023

posted Friday, March 3, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Music, Theatre, Toronto

Rock of Ages, one of Broadway’s longest running hit musicals is now rocking the stage at the Elgin Theatre until May 20, 2023. A gnarly concoction of power rock and hilarious comedy, this reimagined version of the iconic ’80s-inspired production promises top tier talent, and a night that won’t be forgotten. Will the young ambitious […]

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The Office Experience – interactive exhibit for fans of the hit TV show – March 3 to June 4, 2023 (Toronto)

posted Friday, March 3, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Featured Events, Toronto

Are you a fan of the acclaimed TV show The Office? Have you ever wanted to step foot inside the one-and-only Dunder Mifflin and experience a day in the life of Michael Scott? Well here is your chance! After successful runs in Chicago and Washington,The Office Experience makes its way to Toronto beginning on Friday, […]

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Enter The Drag Dragon – Ottawa based detective agency filled with outrageous sexcapades, martial arts, gore, and random gags

posted Thursday, March 2, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Drag, Film, Queer, Streaming Online, Theatre, Toronto

Splice the spiritual DNA of John Waters with martial arts, gore and rude, run-amok mayhem, and you have Enter the Drag Dragon, Lee Demarbre’s antic celebration of high camp. Ottawa’s Mayfair Theatre, which Demarbre owns and runs, is the home of Enter the Drag Dragon’s Crazy Dragon Detective agency, which consists of the drag queen Crunch (variously […]

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Dead Accounts – unexpected family reunion member sparks many questions – On stage March 3 to 25, 2023 (Toronto)

posted Wednesday, March 1, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Toronto

In Dead Accounts, a brother, a sister, a nearly ex-wife, a high-price secret, and a plethora of pizza complicate a family reunion. Jack’s unexpected return to the family home in Cincinnati throws everyone into a frenzy, and his sister Lorna needs answers. Is he coming home or running away? Where is his wife (who everyone hates)? How did he […]

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Everbloom Festival – Black History Month celebration with music, drag, and vendors – Feb 25th, 2023 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, February 23, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Featured Events, Music, Toronto

To commemorate Black History Month, Waveland Canada presents the inaugural Everbloom festival in support of Black Canadians working to create art, music, and culture. The event takes place at the Great Hall in Toronto (1087 Queen Street West) on February 25th 2023, from 3pm to 11pm, with a focus on celebrating Black performing artists from […]

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Toronto Black Film Festival includes 125 films from 20 countries – Feb 15 to 20, 2023

posted Tuesday, February 14, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Streaming Online, Toronto

The Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF) celebrates its 11th anniversary with a return to IN-PERSON programming, and an online component, from February 15-20, 2023/ Created by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, TBFF brings innovative, powerful, diverse, and bold programming to Toronto audiences, while also maintaining online accessibility.    The Festival presents 125 films from 20 countries – including 37 World premieres, 18 International premieres, 37 Canadian […]

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Souperlicious! – feeding Toronto’s hungry one bowl at a time – Feb 14, 2023

posted Monday, February 13, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Activism, Charity, Featured Events, Toronto

On February 14, 2023, Souperlicious! will celebrate the day of LOVE, as Marty G. Sensations will be serving up free, chef-inspired, delicious hot soup and a “Nu Bügel” bagel to hundreds of people from multiple soup stations around the city. The chef inspired soups will reflect our many diverse cultures from around the world. Marty […]

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TD Music Hall – intimate concert venue located within the newly renovated Massey Hall

posted Friday, February 10, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Music, Toronto

The new, intimate TD Music Hall located within Massey Hall, had it’s official opening to the public on February 10th, 2023 when The Halluci Nation (formerly A Tribe Called Red) brought their renowned combination of Indigenous music and visuals to the stage.  TD Music Hall is a state-of-the-art 500-capacity performance space that will offer a hotbed […]

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The Flight tells the story of Bessie Coleman, the first African/Native American to hold an international pilot’s license.

posted Thursday, February 9, 2023

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Toronto

Theatre Gargantua is thrilled to be partnering with Queen Bess Productions, b current Performing Arts, and Roseneath Theatre on this exciting new production and world premiere of The Flight.  The Flight, a new work by acclaimed theatre artist Beryl Bain, explores the ground-breaking life of aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman – the first African American and the first Native American to hold an international […]

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