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Yesterday, a friend of ours who plays frequently at the Artbar received a $65 ticket for busking on King Street in Hamilton. The police officer didn't know the difference between busking and begging. Many a musician has made a living and raised a family playing on the street. On one of the unsightliest corners in Hamilton, a city where heritage buildings fall down from neglect, Ken brings positive energy and truly beautiful music to a blighted downtown. I guess Hamilton doesn't want artists in the city core after all.
World Stage 2009-10 Performing Arts Season
Do Animals Cry
U.S.-born and Europe-based choreographer Meg Stuart brings her extraordinary company Damaged Goods to World Stage. After a recent premiere at Théâtre Garonne in Toulouse, France, Stuart’s latest piece Do Animals Cry makes it’s Toronto debut. Fascinated by the fragile and flawed human condition, this work delves deeply into the complex relationships of parents and children. More »
Pleiades Theatre presents the unforgettable VIOLA LÉGER in
La SAGOUINE
For the first time in Toronto since 1979!
Pleaides Theatre is proud to present the beloved Canadian classic, La Sagouine by the celebrated Acadian writer Antonine Maillet. Starring the legendary Viola Léger this wonderful one-woman show has not been seen in Toronto since 1979. La Sagouine will be presented from May 14 to June 5, two weeks in English and one week in French at the Berkeley Street Theatre. This new production is directed by John Van Burek, with sets by Yannik Larivé, lighting by Rob Thompson and costumes by the renowned François Barbeau. More »
FACTORY WORKS SCREENING SERIES
R I O N
Friday, February 12, 2010
Open 7 PM Screening 7:30 PM
DOP – Director of Photography Works
For Black History Month we celebrate the past and present achievements of Rion Gonzalis a Director of Photography who emerged from Hamilton, endeavoured and continues to inspire. More »
Toronto Calling- Photo Exhibit March 3 to April 1
Photographs of the British New Wave as it happened in Toronto 1979-’81.
STEAM WHISTLE BREWERY
255 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V, Canada, (416) 362-2337
Never before displayed, these photos are a front row perspective on a movement that changed the course of music. A glimpse of an underground era in music history, which was locked out of mainstream media shot by former Torontonians Simon and Nick White. More »
Les Médecins de Molière (Molière’s Doctors) by Molière
THE WORST PATIENTS ARE THOSE WHO DON’T WANT TO BE CURED. A group of young actors on tour perform an anthology of finely woven scenes from three pieces written by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, a.k.a. Molière: Le Médecin volant (The Flying Doctor) (1645), L’Amour médecin (The Doctor of Love) (1665), and Le Médecin malgré lui (A Doctor in Spite of Himself) (1666). More »
Thrice Upon a Time…
By Jacqueline Gosselin | Directed by Jacqueline Gosselin and Robert Dion | Produced by DynamO Théâtre
STUDIO | Apr. 18-29, 2010
Recommended for ages 7-12
Media opening: Tuesday, April 20 at 10:30 AM and 1:15 PM
Perched on the edge of the world, a young boy is stranded on a mysterious island with an outlandish creature who wants his help to defeat a wicked witch. Montreal’s critically acclaimed DynamO Théâtre incorporates their renowned acrobatics into a thrilling modern-day tale that reflects the courage and resilience children must have in a sometimes forbidding world. More »
Back by overwhelming demand!
Hana’s Suitcase
Adapted by Emil Sher | Based on the book by Karen Levine | Originally published by Second Story Press
Directed by Allen MacInnis
MAINSTAGE | Apr. 18-May 21, 2010
Recommended for ages 10 & up
Media opening: Wednesday, April 21 at 1:00 PM | General public opening: 7:00 PM More »
Théâtre français de Toronto (TfT) is pleased to present Slague, l’histoire d’un mineur (Spitting Slag) by Mansel Robinson. An original production by Théâtre du Nouvel-Ontario (Sudbury), translated and played by the incomparable Jean Marc Dalpé, the play is directed by Geneviève Pineault. Slague, l’histoire d’un mineur will be presented at the Berkeley Street Theatre from April 7 to 11, 2010. More »
C.E.S.A.R & CKLN’ Jazz Zone Presents
Organic Wednesday
Jan 27th @ Oakham House (corner Gould & Church)
Come Spend An Evening with the
Katie Du Temple Trio
Jazz Zone Host Tien Providence
Setting Da Groove
MC Jean Hodgekinson More »
The Theatre Centre is thrilled to be able to offer you a rare opportunity to experience the breathtaking WHITE CABIN by the award-winning and internationally acclaimed Russian physical theatre company Akhe.
January 29 + 30, 2010 @ 8pm
Tickets: $20
To book: 416-538-0988
100-1087 Queen Street West More »
Noël Coward’s classic comedy HAY FEVER
Friday January 15 – Saturday January 30, 2010
directed by Kevin John McDonald.
There will be Talkback sessions with the cast and
director after Sunday matinee performance on January 24. More »
Lisa Turner: Shelf Life
January 14 – February 20, 2010
Open Studio is pleased to present Shelf Life, a solo exhibition by Red Deer, Alberta-based artist Lisa Turner from January 14 to February 20, 2010. More »
Lovers of Life: A Concert in Anticipation of Valentine’s Day
An evening of music with KYE MARSHALL (on cello)
and ANDY SCOTT (on guitar)
MEZZETTA, Wed Feb.10
681 St Clair Ave W (at Christie) More »
Come Tumbling Down
by Blain Watters
Presented by the All New, All Canadian Theatre in the Red
Inspired by their collective drive to nurture Canadian talent and fueled by deep seated passion for theatre, the members of Theatre in the Red have come together to present a tale of deception, intrigue, danger and unexpected romance. More »
The acclaimed Art of Time Ensemble, under the Artistic Direction of Andrew Burashko, is pleased to present Shostakovich: A Portrait – a celebration of Dmitri Shostakovich, one of the greatest composers of the 20th century – on Friday February 12 and Saturday February 13, 2010 at Harbourfront Centre’s Enwave Theatre. More »
Rebecca Northan in Blind Date (Canada)
After a sold out run in Mar. 2009, Mimi (Rebecca Northan) returns to World Stage with her daring, exhilarating and scintilating show. Mimi is stood up by her date and turns to an audience member to be her romantic counterpart. What follows is unpredictable, awkward, hilarious and sexy! Every show is different, as each “date” is new every night. A skilled artist with exceptional timing and balance, Northan embraces that social awkwardness of the blind date in this wholly original piece. More »
Once and for all we’re gonna tell you who we are so shut up and listen
Written and performed by 13 teenagers, this uncompromising look at the raw urges and untamed thoughts rattling around semi-adult bodies has shocked and awed audiences around the world. Hilarious, disturbing and life-affirming, Once and for all… pulls down barriers and offers a look at youth and their experiences. This performance at World Stage will be the last by the original cast as they will no longer be teenagers after this tour. More »
Happy New Year!
The Cineforum, 463 Bathurst Below College Across From The Beer Store. 416-603-6643. Admission $20. Students under 24, $10.00. Unemployed: Pay how you can. http://www.cineforum.ca/ More »
Jan.15 7:30pm at the Tranzac, Southern Cross Room (front)
http://www.tranzac.org/
faint praise
Rob Clutton – bass
Nick Fraser – drums/perc./recitation
Nilan Perera – guitar/voice
Toronto Dance Theatre (TDT) is proud to present the world premiere of Artistic Director Christopher House’s latest work, Pteros Tactics, running Tuesday, February 16 through Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Harbourfront Centre’s Fleck Dance Theatre. More »
