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This Year’s Ross Petty Panto Is Their Most Fun Yet

December 5, 2017 by UrbanMoms Leave a Comment

Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas in Toronto without a Ross Petty Panto. 'Oh, no it wouldn't!' 'Oh, yes it would!' You get the idea. Ross Petty is back for another holiday season—and with it comes all the hit songs, high energy dance numbers, innuendo-laden laughs and (most importantly) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The Arts Tagged With: A Christmas Carol: The Family Musical with a Scrooge Loose!, Christmas, Elgin Theatre, pantomine, Ross Petty, theatre, Toronto

Cirque Du Soleil’s Volta Brings A Modern Twist To The Big Top

October 13, 2017 by Katie Bridges 2 Comments

Having waited thirty years to see a live performance of Cirque du Soleil, my expectations were almost as lofty as the trapeze wire hanging in the eaves of the Big Top. The popular performing troupe, which was founded in Montreal in 1984 by street performers, Guy Laliberté and Gilles Ste-Croix, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The Arts Tagged With: circus, Cirque du Soleil, Port Lands, theatre, Toronto, Volta

Disney’s NEWSIES Comes To The Toronto Stage

July 21, 2015 by Sonya Leave a Comment

Disney musical fans are thrilled that the Tony Award winning smash hit NEWSIES is on tour with a current engagement in Toronto at the Ed Mirvish Theatre until August 30. When it opened on Broadway in 2012, NEWSIES was intended to be a Broadway run of just 101 performances. Rave reviews and fans … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Disney, Mirvish, musical, Newsies, theatre, Toronto

Coping In “The Waiting Room” With Diane Flacks

January 19, 2015 by Sonya Leave a Comment

There's a new theatre production that has caught my attention as a parent and theatre lover. WAITING ROOM by Diane Flacks (in collaboration with director Richard Greenblatt) is making its World Premiere at the Tarragon Theatre  in Toronto (January 14 to February 15, 2014). It's a powerful new drama … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Diane Flacks, Tarragon Theatre, The Waiting Room, theatre, Toronto

First Look At The Upcoming Theatre Season With Mirvish

September 30, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

It's not too early to start thinking about expanding your theatre options... and even start thinking about holiday gifts! Mirvish Productions recently unveiled it's 2014/2015 season and there are more than a few great options to consider. This season Mirvish has announced 7 main shows, 3 Off-Mirvish … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Arcadia, Blades on Stage, Blithe Spirit, Book of Mormons, Boom, Buyer and Cellar, Dame Edna, Donny and Marie, jersey boys, Julie Madly Deeply, Kinky Boots, Mirvish, Newsies, Off-Mirvish, once, The Heart of Robin Hood, theatre, Titanic, Toronto, Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike

When Criminals Turn To Theatre For Our Country’s Good

September 25, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

In the 1780s ,the first fleet of British ships brought exiled criminals to Australia to set up a penal colony. Prisoners were separated from the general population in England and shipped off to form their own territory far away from their homeland. Military government was in place to oversee what … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The Arts Tagged With: Australia, Mirvish, Our Country's Good, Royal Alexandra Theatre, theatre, Timberlake Wertenbaker, Toronto

This Is WICKED GOOD!

September 5, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

Families and musical lovers are in for a real treat as WICKED takes the stage for a solid run until November 2 at the Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto! This pop-U-lar musical is a real crowd pleaser for all ages (okay, I admit that I've been singing the songs all day). The touring musical production … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment Tagged With: Ed Mirvish Theatre, Kara LIndsay, Laurel Harris, Mirvish, Musicals, Popular, theatre, Toronto, Wicked

On Our Radar: Dinosaur Zoo Live Is Coming!

May 17, 2014 by Sonya 2 Comments

What would it have been like to live amongst the dinosaurs? What did they eat? Where did they roam? How did they survive amongst other creatures? Dinosaurs have always captivated the interest of kids and adults alike. It's hard to believe they roamed the same planet centuries ago. A rare … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Dinosaur Zoo Live, dinosaurs, ERTH, Mirvish, Panasonic Theatre, theatre, Toronto Australia

Theatre Review: The Lion King Roars Again

May 7, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

I can recall the first time I saw The Lion King on stage very vividly. The animals breathe life in the most awe-inspiring ways, it takes your imagination beyond the well-loved Disney story. A review cannot do it justice; you really need to see it for yourself. The Lion King has returned to Toronto … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Disney, Mirvish Production, The Lion King, theatre, Toronto

Wicked Is Coming!

April 14, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

I know a few people who are anxious to see WICKED return to the stage here in Toronto. Well, not to worry... Broadway's biggest blockbuster hit returns to this city September 3 to November 2 at the Ed Mirvish Theatre. Tickets will start going on sale Monday, May 5th. Mark your calendars! Save the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Ed Mirvish Theatre, Mirvish, musical, theatre, Toronto, Wicked

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