One Man Star Wars Trilogy

For Star Wars fans, this is an awesome condensed version of the first three films.‎ If you're not that familiar with the films you will still be impressed by the hilarious and very creative rendition of the characters, as well as the calisthenics needed for one man to deliver it all!

Theatre Paisse Muraille - Ultrasound

If you are into sexist, bigoted men who refuse accountability for their actions, you will love this show. For the rest of you, stay away.

Canstage - Das Ding

Not sure what to say about this play. Took a while to get into it, seemed a little raw at first, but about halfway through it began to pull together for me. ‎A little too unstructured for my taste.

AGO - Outsiders: American Photography and Film, 1950s-1980s

A very large and interesting show of American culture over a 30+ year period, featuring a number of photographers. We definitely recommend this fascinating travel back in time.

Knightwood - Refuge

Very impactful play that had us discussing the issues around acceptance of refugees, validating their claims and the behavioural impacts of uncertainty and suspicion, for some time after. The minimalist set was very creative and the acting was great.

Soulpepper - The Great War

‎VideoCabaret is a great way to get a refresher on Canadian history. Unbelievable that they can capture the second world War so well in just over two hours. At times farce, at times sad, sometimes a little silly, but always engaging. Great for teens as well !

Mirvish - Matilda Launch Event

Got to love those subscriber perks - particularly if you can afford to slip away from the office for an hour and join the legions of retired folks.‎ Enjoyed a wonderful conversation between the very talented, but not "proper", composer and our very own fav, David Pomeroy, as well as being treated to a few songs from the show. Worth the price of admission :)

Off Mirvish - Disgraced

Very powerful and moving show that went in directions we did not anticipate. ‎The entire cast was strong, playing off each other extremely well. The show is understandably being held over.

Mirvish - If/Then

I really love the premise of this show and they totally pulled it off in a very creative and fun way. Every one of us has had our own What If's so I felt I was living vicariously through Elizabeth. Jackie Burns was very strong and effortlessly carried the ‎show.

CanStage - Chimerica

Amazing sets and staging - the presentation blew me away, it had an incredible way of drawing you in with a great symmetry of form and movement. The acting was stellar and the story so engrossing you don't notice that this is a long play. Highly recommended!

Factory Theatre - Crackwalker

A dark and sadly truthful tale about people who live on the margins of society. The crackwalker was elegantly portrayed as a spiritual symbol of the people who fell through the cracks, visible only when they were at their most vulnerable, arresting in his tenderness and in his terror. A stellar cast - the actors portrayal of the despair and resignation of their plight drew us deeply down with them. Highly recommended.

National Geographic Live! - Gorongosa Reborn: A Cameraman's Journal

What amazing footage and a great idea to include the filming of the photographer at work. Catching those candid moments from the boredom of waiting for the right shot to the friendly sibling banter to the palpable fear of trying to outrun a charging elephant in a questionably protected landrover. The park is unbelievable and the efforts of the dedicated conservationists is inspiring.‎ The photographer's love of this park clearly comes through and his portrayal of the lion prides and elephant families he shared with us endeared them to us as well.

Theatre Paisse Muraille - Caught

Awesome show - unanticipated twists and turns catching us by surprise. Outstanding script and actors, enhanced by setting the play in Toronto, referencing familiar streets and institutions, we quickly lost ourselves in the drama. Judging by my teen daughter's response, taking your kids is highly recommended.