Review: RaPUNzel (Red Sandcastle Theatre)

Red Sandcastle Theatre in Toronto takes on the story of Rapunzel in their latest panto tale

Before seeing RaPUNzel at Red Sandcastle Theatre I had never been to a pantomime, was not sure what to expect. I wondered if there would be audience participation (my inability to find a date for the night meant I had no one to hide behind if that should be the case). Happily, though, I discovered that this is the sort of show that leaves you with your cheeks aching from laughter. Continue reading Review: RaPUNzel (Red Sandcastle Theatre)

Cheap Theatre in Toronto the Week of December 26th

Five Shows Under $25 in Toronto this Week

Live theatre shows in Toronto with ticket prices of $25 or less, playing the week of December 26th, 2017. Perfect for the budget-conscious theatre-goer. If “glamour, showgirls, and comedy” weren’t in your stocking this year, we’ve got you covered with that and more! Check them out below the cut:

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Cheap Theatre in Toronto the Week of December 19th

Five Shows Under $25 in Toronto this Week

Live theatre shows in Toronto with ticket prices of $25 or less, playing the week of December 19th, 2017. Perfect for the budget-conscious theatre-goer. As trees get trimmed, theatre pickings become slim. But what’s the holidays without some Christmas themed shows and some drag? Check them out below the cut:

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Review: The Lorax (Kid +1)

The Lorax brings environmental message to the Toronto stage

My five year old and I went on Sunday afternoon to catch the Mirvish production of Dr Seuss’s The Lorax at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. My wife and I love this story and its environmental message, and all three of us have delightedly watched the 1972 version on YouTube a number of times. Now Mirvish has imported a production directly from the Old Vic Theatre in London, England, complete with music and puppets, to bring Dr Seuss’s incredible imagination alive on stage.

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