Reviews of productions based in Toronto – theatre includes traditional definitions of theatre, as well as dance, opera, comedy, performance art, spoken word performances, and more. Productions may be in-person, or remote productions streamed online on the Internet.
by Lucy Allen
Godzilla on Sundays is for anyone that’s ever shared a nerdy obsession of any kind, that’s experienced the evolution of a childhood friendship, or that just needs a few good laughs. While it falls victim to a couple of plot cliches, Godzilla on Sundays will undoubtedly reach out to anyone and everyone who’s experienced any one of these things. Continue reading Godzilla on Sundays- Monkeyman Productions
By Megan Mooney
BASH’d has already received huge critical acclaim as it has wandered accross different places in North America. Right now it’s on a Canadian tour, and is at Theatre Passe Murialle until October 31, 2009.
Described as a Gay Rap Opera, or a Hiphopera, it’s something you probably haven’t seen before. In fact, in the introduction by two hip hop performers – FEMINEM & T-BAG – there’s a nod to the obvious “but they’re gay, and they’re white!” Two things that one generally doesn’t associate with hip hop.
Continue reading BASH’d – A Gay Rap Opera : Theatre Passe Murialle
by Lucy Allen
I’m going to preface this review with two very important facts about myself: One is that I don’t speak Yiddish. The other, I’m somewhat ashamed to say, is that I’m fairly unfamiliar with the work of Theodore Bikel, an icon in theatre and television. This might be a bit of a deterrent in choosing to see a show like Sholom Aleichem: Laughter Through Tears, which opened last night at the Winter Garden Theatre, but Bikel manages to keep the show grounded, entertaining and at some points heartbreaking. Continue reading Sholom Aleichem: Laughter Through Tears- Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company
By Megan Mooney
I wasn’t sure what I’d gotten myself into when the lights came up on Druid Theatre Company’s production of The Walworth Farce that opened this year’s worldstage festival at the Harbourfront Centre.
Turns out, I’d gotten myself into a beautifully crafted gripping, funny and terrifying world. The Walworth Farce is a skilfully played tragedy, disguised as a farce.
Continue reading The Walworth Farce – Druid Theatre Company at Harbourfront’s worldstage
By Trent Scherer
Brad Fraser’s newest play, True Love Lies about a father’s past coming back to change his family’s life, is opening the 40th anniversary season at Factory Theatre. After a well-received world premiere in London, England at the start of the year, Fraser’s play is a witty piece of writing.