Reviews of theatre, dance, opera, comedy and festivals. Performances can be in-person or streamed remotely on the web for social-distancing.
by Lucy Allen
There is a wealth of material available when it comes to shows about family dysfunction, and I’ve seen many through my life. Wandering into the Canon Theatre tonight, my ever sceptic brain wondered whether August: Osage County would live up to the hype that its Tony and Pulitzer Prize awards had given it. The answer is yes, yes it does. Continue reading August: Osage County- Steppenwolf Theatre Company
By Crystal Wood
Beneath the Banyan Tree, presented by Theatre Direct at Artscape Wychwood Barns, presented an interesting challenge for this reviewer.
I don’t have kids, I didn’t bring a little one with me, and I don’t usually find myself in the market for a piece of family theatre. So, would Beneath the Banyan Tree hold my attention for the full 60 minutes? Survey says: yes, it did. Continue reading Beneath the Banyan Tree – Theatre Direct Canada
I promise you right now that it was not because I really thought that there was any chance of seeing hardcore sex on stage at the Theatre Centre that made me want to see Ghostlight Projects production’s of Debbie Does Dallas the Musical & Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Honestly! My curiosity was piqued because I really didn’t have any idea how you could bring either of these shows to the stage successfully. Of course, Hedwig started as a stage production, but I didn’t know that at the time.
If you haven’t heard of Ghostlight Projects productions by the way, it’s because they’re brand new. Bringing to the stage versions of two cult movies, (one which features lots of sex, and the other lots of great music), is an excellent way to introduce themselves to Toronto audiences and hopefully make a name for themselves.
Continue reading Debbie Does Dallas the Musical and Hedwig and the Angry Inch by Ghostlight Projects
By Sam Mooney
Go see The Drowning Girls.
(My editor says that isn’t enough of a review so…)
The Drowning Girls is a joint production of Tarragon and Bent Out of Shape Productions and it’s wonderful. Energetic, vibrant, funny, and very wet.
Review will be coming soon, but since it’s closing on Saturday, and since I enjoyed it so much, I wanted to post a note advising you to go see Hedwig and the Angry Inch at the Theatre Centre. Well worth the trip to Queen west, but take earplugs if you have sensitive ears.