Suitcases offers Toronto audiences a unique take on mental illness and memory
Suitcases, a collaborative production helmed by Rosanna Saracino, got quite a warm reception last night for its opening. With a full audience, and a balmy shift in the weather, the Artscape Sandbox Theatre in Toronto was the place to be.
A piece of theatre that frequently crosses the lines of contemporary dance, Suitcases takes its inspiration from the 1995 closure of the Willard Asylum in New York State. An employee of the asylum had uncovered over 400 suitcases in the attic, belonging to patients who had been institutionalized there between 1910 and 1960. The suitcases, and their contents, became a fascinating source of insight into the lives of the patients and have since been meticulously documented by photographer Jon Crispin.
We have several bone-chilling, blood-curdling, spooky-themed… but most importantly… budget-friendly selections this week. Includes a kids show and an interactive projection piece. See more below the cut.
Shows That Caught Our Eye in Toronto the Week of October 31st.
Happy Hallowe’en Toronto! Terrifying theatre and spooky spectacles fill our listings cauldron this week. If Halloween isn’t your thing we also have some opera, feminist-friendly double-bills, Irish feel-good plays, and more! Our publisher Megan has highlighted a few shows that caught her eye in blood red text. Check them out below the cut:
A biographical show featuring the story and music of John Lennon took the stage in Toronto
Enthusiastic Beatles and John Lennon fans recently enjoyed an evening of storytelling and timeless music at Toronto’s Helen Bader Theatre. They flocked in droves, because the touring production of Lennon: Through a Glass Onion was in town.
Created by John Waters and Stewart D’Arrietta the “simple” production included two performers, a piano and a guitar. In addition to D’Arrietta tickling the ivories, Daniel Taylor summoned up the persona of John Lennon, assuming John’s voice, mannerisms and personality. Continue reading Review: Lennon: Through a Glass Onion (Strut Entertainment)→
A biographical show featuring the story and music of John Lennon took the stage in Toronto