Bat Out of Hell is a fiery jukebox musical playing at the Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto
Jim Steinman, Grammy Award winning record producer, songwriter, lyricist and composer, is likely responsible for many of the power rock and pop ballads you heard on the radio throughout the ’90s. He’s also worked closely with such rock megastars as Meat Loaf, in particular their collaboration in creating the albums Bat Out of Hell and Bat Out of Hell II: Back Into Hell, which inspired the stage production. Together, they’ve put together the latest jukebox musical sensation Bat Out of Hell, now making its North American debut on stage at the Ed Mirvish Theatre just in time for Halloween.
Alumnae Theatre presents a series of vignettes exploring generations and connections in Toronto
Do you play Bridge? Maybe your mother did. My grandmother did and I kept thinking about her as I watched Thirteen Hands at Alumnae Theatre on Wednesday night. Carol Shields wrote the play in 1993 and it holds up well. It’s about women connecting, developing friendships, and supporting each other. These things are timeless.
I have to admit that I don’t play Bridge – I can barely play Old Maid, I’m definitely card challenged – and I don’t know anyone who does. Is it still a thing? A weekly Bridge night? It doesn’t matter, the play evoked such wonderful memories for me. Continue reading Review: Thirteen Hands (Alumnae Theatre)→
Live theatre shows in Toronto with ticket prices of $25 or less, playing the week of October 24th, 2017. Perfect for the budget-conscious theatre-goer. This week delves into some deep themes, including consent and Indigenous tradition. Check them out below the cut:
Shows That Caught Our Eye in Toronto the Week of October 23rd, 2017
It’s another full and exciting week on Toronto’s glorious stages. Our Managing Editor Wayne is on hand to highlight his most anticipated shows (in red). Check them out below the cut:
Bat Out of Hell is a fiery jukebox musical playing at the Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto
Alumnae Theatre presents a series of vignettes exploring generations and connections in Toronto
Buddies in Bad Times presents a fun multi-disciplined cabaret on stage in Toronto