David A. Robertson on new books All the Little Monsters & 52 Ways to Reconcile – and the power of kindness and hope
Review: Life Sucks. Or does it? Outliers Theatre Collective’s new production leans into the question
“The production makes sharp use of Posner’s meta-theatrical framing… that invite the audience not merely to observe, but to reflect.” ~ Arpita Ghosal
Angola Murdoch’s soaring memoir “Twist of Fate” alights in Toronto
“The year after all of my scoliosis treatments and my surgery, my mom took me to a circus show…. And as soon as I saw it, I thought, that’s so cool. That’s what I want to do.” ~ Angola Murdoch
Review: The Canadian premiere of “A Strange Loop” is raw, riveting, and relentlessly honest
“This Toronto production earns its voice in the conversation, offering clarity, courage, and unmistakable resonance.” ~ Arpita Ghosal
Anita La Selva brings “bold and daring” steampunk verve to “The Threepenny Opera”
“Stephens’ lyrics demand more of the audience… it often feels like his characters are daring people to engage in the conversation.” ~ Anita La Selva
Sanskruti Marathe and Davinder Malhi’s new play “The Roof Is Leaking” centers Punjabi mothers
“The idea of ‘divorcing a dead husband’… it’s not just about leaving a relationship, it’s about reclaiming identity and autonomy after a lifetime of emotional, cultural, and societal expectations.” ~ Sanskruti Marathe & Davinder Malhi
Review: Vanessa Sears captivates in powerful one-woman “Shedding a Skin”
“This one-woman show starring Vanessa Sears and directed by Cherissa Richards is an exquisitely acted, beautifully calibrated and highly affecting production.” ~ Arpita Ghosal
Uzma Jalaluddin introduces Detective Aunty, a new cozy mystery series
“I hope readers will take a chance on Detective Aunty, which is a sweet, charming and very binge-worthy cosy mystery.” ~ Uzma Jalaluddin