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Bryen Dunn is Editor of theBUZZ, writing on  lifestyle and entertainment. He has an extensive portfolio of celebrity interviews with musicians, actors and other public personalities. He enjoys discovering delicious eats, tasting spirited treats, and being mesmerized by musical beats.

Joy. Sorrow. Anger. Love. PRIDE: A Celebration of Toronto Pride, 1970s to Present – visual exhibition on display June 1 to July 22, 2023

posted Tuesday, May 30, 2023

by: in Art, Art Gallery, Featured Events, Pride, Queer, Toronto

Joy. Sorrow. Anger. Love. PRIDE: A Celebration of Toronto Pride, 1970s – Present is a print publication and visual art exhibition taking place at Collision Gallery (30 Wellington St W) in Toronto. This free exhibition will be on display from June 1 to July 22, 2023, with the publication available for purchase in person or […]

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Queer/nonbinary synthpop project The Scary Jokes releases new album, Retinal Bloom

posted Friday, May 26, 2023

by: in Music, Queer

The Scary Jokes is the solo synthpop project of Pennsylvania-based queer / nonbinary musician, activist and visual artist Liz Lehman. Along with the release of album track “Magic Hat,” they have announced new Fire-Toolz produced LP, Retinal Bloom, out May 26 on Needlejuice Records. Like their band name, Lehman’s music hits an oxymoronic tone, with ethereal […]

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Doors Open Toronto returns with more than 150 sites to explore – May 27 and 28, 2023 (Toronto)

posted Friday, May 26, 2023

by: in Featured Events, Toronto

 Doors Open Toronto is a free weekend-long celebration of architecture and public space taking place Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 and features more than 150 sites for exploration, a talk series, walking tours, and more.This year’s theme is “City of Sound”, exploring the influence and impact of music and sound on the city’s […]

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Inside Out Toronto LGBTQ+ Film Festival showcases over 100 queer films, both in person and virtual – May 25 to Jun 4, 2023

posted Saturday, May 20, 2023

by: in Featured Events, Film, Queer, Streaming Online, Toronto

The 33rd annual Inside Out Toronto 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival has revealed its full film lineup  showcasing 107 films from 30 countries, including 33 feature films, and 7 world premieres. The festival will take place both in-person and virtually from May 25th to June 4th, 2023 in Toronto. See below for our selection of theBUZZ Pix. […]

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Love to Love You, Donna Summer – intimate look into the life of the Queen of Disco

posted Saturday, May 20, 2023

by: in Music, Streaming Online

Love to Love You, Donna Summer offers an in-depth look at the iconic artist. Following its world premiere  at the Berlin International Film Festival in February, this intimate look into the life of The Queen Of Disco will begin streaming on HBO in May. Shaped by Summer’s own reflections, the memories of close family, friends and […]

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The Elephant Man -classic tale of a disfigured young man in 19th century London – on stage until May 28, 2023

posted Friday, May 19, 2023

by: in Theatre, Toronto

The Elephant Man is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century. A horribly deformed young man – the victim of rare skin and bone diseases – he becomes the star freak attraction in traveling sideshows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted to […]

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The End Of Wonderland – navigating life as a trans artist and fetish icon

posted Friday, May 19, 2023

by: in Film, Queer, Streaming Online, Trans

The End of Wonderland follows Tara Emory, a veteran performer who has worked independently in the sex industry since the early 2000s. Facing impending eviction from her massive studio, Wonderland, Tara must confront her family’s past of compulsive hoarders, her art, and herself. SNAPSH|OT REVIEW  This is a very candid documentary that follows the daily […]

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The Water of Life – a film about whiskey, that’s best viewed with whiskey

posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023

by: in Film

The Water of Life grew from a love of scotch and wanting to learn more about the craft. While researching, a story was uncovered that went beyond what was initially thought. Rebels and alchemists went against all odds to revive a static industry. Human stories about the world of spirits are told, craftspeople used techniques […]

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Healing Through Art Therapy focused toward racialized and LGBTQ+ communities – May 17/18, 2023 (Toronto)

posted Monday, May 15, 2023

by: in Art, Queer, Toronto

Join Certified Art Therapist Phuong Nguyen for two sessions of Healing Through Art Therapy workshops inspired by Kapwani Kiwanga’s exhibition Remediation. In these workshops, participants will use materials found in the natural world and investigate their relationships with the land around us while exploring themes of strength, restoration and solidarity. This group workshop will serve […]

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Velvet Jesus – a man confronts his stepfather about his childhood, divulging the dark secrets of their past relationship

posted Thursday, May 11, 2023

by: in Film, Queer, Streaming Online

Velvet Jesus tells the gripping story of a man’s desperate journey to discover the truth about his past. Along the way, he uncovers secrets about himself that will forever change the course of his life. Available from Breaking Glass Pictures. Available from Breaking Glass Pictures.

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