BUZZ Picks is an eclectic listing of events occurring throughout southwestern Ontario. From art gallery and museum shows to drag shows, from culture to sub-culture, from low-brow to high-brow… it's all in BUZZPICKS.
theBUZZ team picks the best LGBTQ events from across the GTA… and beyond!
Sorry, no events listed for Monday.
October 8, 2024 at 7:00pm
OMD - Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark
at History Toronto, 1671 Queen St. E., Toronto
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark are an English electronic band formed in the Wirral, Merseyside, in 1978. The group consists of founding duo and principal songwriters Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys, along with Martin Cooper and Stuart Kershaw.
Hits include, "If You Leave" (from Pretty In Pink), "Enola Gay", "Electricity", "Maid of Orleans".
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
Sorry, no events listed for Wednesday.
October 10, 2024 at 8:00pm
Pink Martini
at Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga
In 1994, in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in local politics when he saw the need for more engaging and inspiring music at political fundraisers.
Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the “little orchestra” Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks. One year later, Lauderdale called China Forbes, a Harvard classmate who was living in New York City, and asked her to join Pink Martini.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
October 11, 2024 at 8:00pm - 11:30pm
The Dmanda Show
at The Drink, 459 Church St., Second Floor, Toronto
Friday Night Drag Race viewing party and live Drag Show with Dmanda Tension, and some of Toronto's best performers! Must be 19+ with valid ID.
https://beacons.ai/drinkatthedrink
October 11, 2024 at 8:00pm
Drag Ya To Hell
at Chompin' At The Bit, 148 Main St. N., Rockwood
Ontario's most successful Drag Star Hellions are here for one ALL Halloween inspired show. From the 'Pits of Hell' they bring you one epic hell DRAGanza! Bringing you one amazing show with new hints of horror, gag worthy concepts and all of your favourite hellions.
The Team:
TroyBoy Parks (Emcee)
Rachael Temptation
Sapphyre Poison
Violet S. Parks
Jayme Parks
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/troyboyentertainment/1399594
October 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 11:59pm
Coronation 38
at Marriott Downtown CF Eaton Centre, 525 Bay St., Toronto
The House of Showgirls, Leather and Kilted Men
The Court of Turtle Island
The Shimmering Diamond Showgirl
Empress 37 Lily DeVine
The Leather and Kilted Tanzanite, Kihew Emperor,
Emperor 37 Okimawiw Kevin Lionheart-Davidson.
Reign 37 Charities of Choice:
Anishnawbe Health Foundation along with The Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto
PWA Essentials Market
Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na
Join The Imperial Court of Toronto as they announce the new Monarchs for a new reign, leading community members to fun fundraising for community-based charities. Each year, the community is invited to vote for the new Monarchs of The Imperial Court; individuals who will choose beneficiaries of the variety of events to be held throughout the year, where all performers and members donate their time, and any tips raised from entertaining, to raise funds for the worthy charities.
This is a formal attire event.
https://www.theimperialcourtoftoronto.com/
Sorry, no events listed for Sunday.
Sorry, no events listed for Monday.
Sorry, no events listed for Tuesday.
October 16, 2024 at 8:00pm
The Vampire Circus
at Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Heralded as a mix of circus, cabaret, and theatre, all with a Halloween twist, The Vampire Circus is a mysterious, tantalizing, fun, dark, and cutting-edge production guaranteed to amaze the senses.
https://kwtickets.evenue.net/
Sorry, no events listed for Thursday.
October 18, 2024 at 8:00pm - 11:30pm
The Dmanda Show
at The Drink, 459 Church St., Second Floor, Toronto
Friday Night Drag Race viewing party and live Drag Show with Dmanda Tension, and some of Toronto's best performers! Must be 19+ with valid ID.
https://beacons.ai/drinkatthedrink
October 18, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 18, 2024 at 8:00pm
Tony Bennett: The Official Musical Celebration
at Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener
A spectacular celebration of the life and music of Tony Bennett. The one-of-a-kind musical extravaganza combines the timeless classics of the 20-time Grammy Award-winning artist with rare footage from his family estate for an enchanting evening of music and entertainment. This production will feature a talented big band and a stellar cast of Broadway vocalists who capture the essence of Bennett’s vocal brilliance and charismatic stage presence. Audiences can expect a captivating journey through Bennett’s chart-topping hits and heartfelt ballads such as ‘I Left My Heart in San Francisco,’ ‘Rags to Riches,’ ‘Because of You,’ and more that have touched the hearts of millions around the world. Celebrate this legendary artist with this multi-media musical celebration.
https://kwtickets.evenue.net/
October 19, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 19, 2024 at 8:00pm
Drag Ya To Hell
at St. George Legion Branch 605, 5 Main St. N., Brant
Ontario's most successful Drag Star Hellions are here for one ALL Halloween inspired show. From the 'Pits of Hell' they bring you one epic Halloween DRAGanza! Bringing you one amazing show with new hints of horror, gag worthy concepts and all of your favourite hellions.
The Team:
TroyBoy Parks (Emcee)
Rachael Temptation
Farra N' Hyte
Ivory Towers
Lucy Purr
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/troyboyentertainment/1399654
October 20, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 20, 2024 at 7:00pm
Holly Cole - Dark Moon Tour
at River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich St., Guelph
Spend a memorable evening with multi award-winning, Canadian jazz songstress Holly Cole and hear decades of fan favourites and new music from her September 2024 release, Dark Moon. A gold and platinum-selling artist, Cole’s live performances are known for their playfulness and expert showmanship as she delivers the finest jazz with hues of country, folk, and pop-inspired melodies.
https://riverrun.ca/whats-on/holly-cole-dark-moon-tour24/
October 21, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 21, 2024 at 8:00pm
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
at Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St., Toronto
Join the original 'Brad Majors' - BARRY BOSTWICK - for a screening of the original unedited movie with a live shadow cast and audience participation! Plus a memorabilia display with artifacts and an actual costume from the movie, a costume contest, and more! *Get exclusive tickets to the V.I.P. Meet & Greet to meet Barry Bostwick himself, have a personal photo opportunity, & get an autograph.
https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/the-rocky-horror-picture-show
October 22, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 23, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 24, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 24, 2024 at 8:00pm
Classic Albums Live - Supertramp - Crime Of The Century
at Centre In The Square, 101 Queen St. N., Kitchener
Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin, Classic Albums Live takes the greatest albums and recreates them live on stage - note for note, cut for cut, using the best musicians.
Crime of the Century was Supertramp's commercial breakthrough in many countries, most notably in the UK, Canada and Germany where it peaked in the Top 5 while also making the Top 20 in Australia and France. It was an improvement over their previous sales in the US, but still only peaked at No. 38, with the US hit being "Bloody Well Right".
https://kwtickets.evenue.net/
October 24, 2024 at 7:00pm
Nightmare on Queen Street West
at Ground Control, 1279 Queen St. W., Toronto
Performances out of your wildest dreams or nightmares! A scarily sexy night of student solos and group acts!
Spooky solo's, dastardly duets, and gruesome group numbers abound! Join Brass Vixens for a night of student and staff performances that will leave you haunted. Want to be part of the fun? Come in costume for their costume contest!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nightmare-on-queen-street-west-a-brass-vixens-showcase-tickets-996402234907
October 25, 2024 at 8:00pm - 11:30pm
The Dmanda Show
at The Drink, 459 Church St., Second Floor, Toronto
Friday Night Drag Race viewing party and live Drag Show with Dmanda Tension, and some of Toronto's best performers! Must be 19+ with valid ID.
https://beacons.ai/drinkatthedrink
October 25, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 25, 2024 at 3:00pm
Inked Circus Tattoo Expo
at Pickering Casino Resort, 888 Durham Live Ave, Pickering
The INKED CIRCUS TATTOO EXPO brings together hundreds of amazing Tattoo Artists from across North America for a thrilling showcase of talent.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
October 26, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 26, 2024 at 12:00am - 12:00am
Playing Shylock
at Berkeley St. Theatre, 26 Berkeley St., Toronto
A production of The Merchant of Venice is cancelled mid-performance after public outcries about the play. The actor playing Shylock delivers a candid and passionate appeal about identity, public discourse, and the theatre.
Saul Rubinek, beloved Canadian television and film veteran (Wall Street, Unforgiven, Barney's Version, The Family Man, Frasier) began his illustrious career in Ontario.
October 26 though November 17
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/playing-shylock
October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm
Matt Dusk Sings Tony Bennett
at Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga
Platinum award-winning crooner Matt Dusk pays homage to the legendary Tony Bennett, in a toe tapping, electrifying show titled “The Best Is Yet To Come.” Renowned for his remarkable vocal range and talent, Dusk brings to life the essence of Bennett’s style and honors his musical legacy with classic hits such as “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “The Way You Look Tonight,” and “The Good Life.” It’s an unforgettable night of entertainment, nostalgia, and celebration of the enduring impact of one of America’s most beloved singers.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm
Spooktacular Queens
at Caruso Club, 385 Haig St., Sudbury
Featuring Cira Flexion, Vitality Black, Katherine Hytes Dior, Jenna Seppa, Lucy Flawless, and Ophelia Manson.
These incredible performers will dazzle you with their spectacular acts, captivating costumes, and unbeatable charisma.
Highlights of the night include:
Costume Contest: Dress to impress in your Halloween best for a chance to win exciting prizes.
Themed Cocktails: Sip on specially crafted potions and brews that capture the essence of the season.
VIP Tickets - $50:
Enjoy priority seating, meet and greet with the queens and professional photo with a beautifully handcrafted backdrop by Limitless Ballon Decor and a free candy bag for each guest sponsored by Kennie's Creation! Tickets can also be purchased by the table.
General Admission Tickets - $40:
Enjoy all the amazing performances and entertainment of the Halloween Drag show. Tickets can also be purchased by the table.
https://www.carusoclub.com/
October 27, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Boos and Ghouls Drag Brunch
at Southbrook Golf and County Club, 4349 Hamilton Regional Rd 56, Binbrook
Featuring a haunting cast of Boos and Ghouls, who will bring all the tricks and treats, including TroyBoy Parks, B.B. Butcher, Kasha Czech, and Qlorox! All to raise money for Binbrook Pride!
$10 tickets | Kids 4 & under are free | Brunch sold separately
ACCESSIBILITY INFO: Southbrook Golf Club is an accessible venue with accessible washrooms.
https://binbrook-pride.square.site/product/boos-and-ghouls-drag-brunch/27
October 28, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 29, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 30, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
October 31, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
November 1, 2024 at 8:00pm - 11:30pm
The Dmanda Show
at The Drink, 459 Church St., Second Floor, Toronto
Friday Night Drag Race viewing party and live Drag Show with Dmanda Tension, and some of Toronto's best performers! Must be 19+ with valid ID.
https://beacons.ai/drinkatthedrink
November 1, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
November 2, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton
November 3, 2024 at 12:00am
My Name Is Lucy Barton
at Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St. E., Toronto
Lucy Barton wakes after an operation to discover – much to her surprise – her mother at the foot of her bed. They haven’t seen each other in years. During their days-long visit, Lucy contemplates her desperate rural childhood, her adult life in New York, and the state of her relationships as both a daughter and a mother.
Through November 3
https://www.canadianstage.com/shows-events/season/lucy-barton