Ross Petty - The Little Mermaid

One of the best pantos we have seen, with lots of action, jokes aimed at both the adults and the kids, and eye candy. A talented bunch of performers with our favourites in lead roles, including Ross Petty himself as the evil villain, Plumbum, the ever faithful and easily duped sidekick and some very talented newcomers, including a really incredible dancer playing the evil sidekick (Jordan Clark, winner of So You Think You Can Dance Canada). Our teens have assured us that they intend to continue to join us for this show, a Christmas tradition of ours for close to ten years, for many more.

Stuart McLean Vinyl Cafe Christmas

One of our family Christmas traditions is to participate in the Vinyl Cafe Christmas show with our family and friends. While the Sony Centre venue is not as homey as convocation Hall, you can buy your tickets early and sit close enough to make it feel more cozy. In addition to the wonderful Dave and Marley stories, in particular the eagerly awaited Christmas story, we were treated to a medley of Christmas stories past and a hilarious Night Before Christmas version of the Senate.  This year's musical talent was heavenly - you should check out the Juno award winning Good Lovelies. And, as always, the show was enhanced by the stellar accompaniment on bass and piano.

Barra MacNeil's Christmas

A lovely Christmas show with lots of special guests, including two local Dance groups one Irish and one Highland. Solid performances by all, some great music and fiddling and beautiful vocals from the only sister in this almost all-family Celtic band from Cape Breton. Let's hope they come back again for a Christmas show next year.

TSO - Pops Christmas

A magnificent show. Awesome performance from the TSO, the ESA holiday Chorus and the amazing Ashley Brown. Lovely arrangements of the classical favourites and some lesser known but equally charming pieces. This was definitely one of Steven Reineke's best Christmas concerts. We truly didn't want it to end!

One of a Kind Christmas Show

The usual favourites were there - the jewellers I have come to love, the delicious goodies that are perfect for gift baskets, the unique pieces of clothing and a myriad of affordable lovely gifts. Its very hard to resist purchasing for oneself (OK, I didn't really try that hard ..) so Christmas came early for me this year :)

Definitely my go-to place for food baskets and special gifts.

CanStage - Winners and Losers

Not quite sure how to describe this play. A challenge between two accomplished debaters, evolving from a friendly game of labeling people and places as winners or losers to a mean spirited personal attack. The obvious respect and admiration between the actors continued to show through and I wasn't convinced that their feelings were sincerely belligerent. Still, the repartee was fast and witty so you might consider this play if you're looking for something to do in the vicinity of the Distillery District.

Off Mirvish - God of Carnage

Absolutely hilarious. Some realistic and entertaining jabs at various parenting styles and how these tend to exaggerate other tensions. Have to say I saw a little bit of my husband and myself in this play, but I won't tell you who either one of us most resembles. It was actually an exaggerated parody of the many small things that build up in any relationship - you will enjoy it!