Review: Talking Treaties (Jumblies Theatre)

Talking Treaties is active and immersive theatre performed at the historical Fort York in Toronto Talking Treaties calls itself a spectacle and really, it is. Jumblies Theatre is performing the show at Fort York National Historic Site as part of Toronto’s 2017 Indigenous Arts Festival. The show explores Toronto’s Indigenous history and unfolds the origin stories … Continue reading Review: Talking Treaties (Jumblies Theatre)

WILD/WALLED – Toronto Fringe 2017 Press Release

From press release WILD/WALLED is a highly physical, honest and compelling contemporary dance performance utilizing the performance talents of the members of the vibrant and tenacious collective Half Second Echo and special guests. Featuring the work of notable Choreographers who have wowed Fringe audiences and critics in years past, this rendition investigates timely concepts including, … Continue reading WILD/WALLED – Toronto Fringe 2017 Press Release

Review: BLOWN (Flying Solo)

Stunning aerial arts dazzled Toronto audiences at the Queer Pride festivities at Buddies in Bad Times As part of the Queer Pride Festival at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, BLOWN is a sexy circus show complete with mood lighting, daring costumes, and jaw-dropping aerialist performances, all within an enthusiastic, informal atmosphere.

REVIEW: Double Bill featuring Work-In-Progress and Rafters (Dancemakers 2017 Minifest)

Double dance bill challenges expectations on the Toronto stage This last Tuesday, I stepped out of my theatre comfort zone and attended Dancemakers’ double bill of Amanda Acorn’s untitled work-in-progress and Andrea Spaziani’s Rafters. Acorn’s work-in-progress is a collaborative dance piece featuring Robert Abubo, Lori Duncan, Bee Pallomina, and Ann Trépanier. Rafters explores the thoughts and voice … Continue reading REVIEW: Double Bill featuring Work-In-Progress and Rafters (Dancemakers 2017 Minifest)