Mirvish - Wicked

Wicked is right - funny, powerful and moving - my daughter and I loved the show. Definitely a crowd pleaser, judging by the repeated roars from the audience. Glinda is very well played as a delightfully self absorbed and self interested beauty while "The Wicked" is so wonderfully portrayed as tragic and seemingly evil - she is sadly misunderstood, a victim of fear and prejudice. Terrific performances all around !

CanStage - Helen Lawrence

Excellent show. Loved the film noir vibe and the enchanting film and stage duet. The story was riveting, with just the right amount of intrigue and deceit. A very strong cast. Lisa Ryder as Helen is a real babe. The house was packed so hopefully you can still get a ticket.

Scotiabank Women's Connection Event - Liane Davey

Lots of energy from Liane Davey, bestselling author of YOU FIRST: Inspire Your Team to Grow Up, Get Along, and Get Stuff Done..  Through personal and entertaining stories, Liane shared some great hints and tips on how you can contribute towards making the teams you lead or participate in to be high performing. Check out her website changeyourteam.com or buy the book - I took away a few good ideas and actually implemented one less than 10 minutes after I got back to the office !

Factory Theatre - The Art of Building a Bunker

An intriguing look at one person's attempt to mask himself while undergoing sensitivity training. What anxieties underlie the fear and antagonism directed towards those who are different or challenge our beliefs. The actor's rapid fire delivery of multiple characters engaged in a healing circle was awesome. This play is opening Factory Theatre's season and is a very good reason to subscribe.

The Great Jewellery Heist

What a fun and entertaining way to raise money for a great cause. In it's fourth year, this ladies' luncheon in support of Brightpoint Active Healthcare was well attended. We were welcomed by Jeanne Beker and here was lots of lovely pieces on silent auction, featuring many local artists and including fine jewelry from Hillberg & Berk and Tiffany's. Some very special pieces attracted attention at the live auction. I’m told this event is sold out months in advance, so watch for it next year.

Buffer Festival 2014

Celebrating some of the most popular YouTubers and their channels/projects, we attended screenings for Mitchell Davis and Weezy Waiter. The YouTuber and his M.C./pal introduced each video clip in an interview format. While not well rehearsed, these exchanges were charming in their genuineness. The screenings were followed by "meet-up's", where the fans got an opportunity for a private chat and a photo. These generated lots of excitement.

Our final screening was the first episode of ‎Video Game High School 3, a series which will end after season 3 is complete. The series was made possible through funding by the fans. The producer called in for Q & A after the film and there were quite a few committed fans in the audience.

Buffer Festival ran for 3 days, supported by uTube, with screenings at the TIFF and Scotiabank Theatre. Our schedule was planned by my teen daughter and I was dragged along, as she hasn't yet found friends that share her passion. She was not disappointed and I quite enjoyed this window into her world.

Cirque de Soleil - Kurios: Cabinet of Curiosities

What an amazing show! A new and refreshing cirque, loaded with terrific choreography throughout all the acts, some wonderful endearing moments  and fabulous costumes. The MC does the most incredible animal impressions. Book your ticket now!