Spring forward with great new graphic novels for middle-grade readers
Scott Sneddon’s round up of middle-grade graphic novels to read this spring
Daniel Brooks’ “Other People”: the thrill of detecting a theatrical exoplanet
“The show is a meditation on the prospective dissolution of self. And as it happens, the act of meditation is one part of its subject matter.” Scott Sneddon’s review of Daniel Brooks’ “Other People” at Canadian Stage
Expanded “Iphigenia and the Furies (on Taurean Land)” delivers a virtual knockout punch
“As directed by Jonathan Seinen, this is a complex tale told briskly and compellingly. ” Scott Sneddon’s review of “Iphigenia and the Furies (on Taurean Land)” by Ho Ka Kei (Jeff Ho)
The Toronto Fringe is not only “Saving Wonderland” – it’s saving the experience of theatre over Zoom
Scott Sneddon’s review of Saving Wonderland: “It provides the benefit of a dynamic theatrical performance featuring a variety of endearing, over-the-top performances, plus a direct control over the story’s direction that keeps you on the edge of your seat…”
The Second City Toronto is back with the strongest medicine of all: 2 great new comedy shows
“After a pandemic lifetime, it’s time to remind ourselves what uproarious communal laughter is. The two solid new Second City shows being mounted at this bright new venue will do just the trick. ” Scott Sneddon’s review of two new Second City revues at The Comedy Bar
Upside-down and perfectly of this pandemic moment: Mirvish’s presentation of “Blindness” enthralls
“Well, it’s a gripping yarn. A unique, unsettling, uplifting experience. An occasion for meditating on what we’ve been missing – and what we may yet get back. ” Scott Sneddon ruminates on experiencing “Blindness” in person.
Time Limits Dropped on Easter Sunday dazzles with digital brilliance at the 2021 Toronto Fringe Festival
“This is an engrossing and surprising show whose brilliance begins with its fundamental design.” Read Scott Sneddon’s in-depth review of the digital play “Time Limits Dropped on Easter Sunday” now on at the 2021 Toronto Digital Fringe Festival.
From 1933 to 2021: Ted Staunton and Josh Rosen’s compelling new graphic novel challenges today’s youth to pick up The Good Fight
“When you put all of its elements together, The Good Fight is a richly visualized period piece with compelling characters and resonant, relevant themes.” Scott Sneddon speaks with Ted Staunton and Josh Rosen about their historical graphic novel “The Good Fight”, based on 1933’s Riot at Christie Pits in Toronto.
Torres and Levins’ new graphic novel “Planet Hockey” provides unpretentious winter fun with sneaky substance
“This engaging read for 8-12-year-olds balances engaging character work, fast-paced world-building and sneaky-meaningful themes – and wraps it all up in a slick, colorful and unpretentious package. ” Scott Sneddon reviews Planet Hockey graphic novel.
Dwayne Gretzky’s New Year’s Eve 2021: Nick Rose dishes on the free streaming show AND the new live album
”It’s a free show, accessible to anyone…. And we’re going to be ringing in the new year from coast to coast from the moment the clock strikes midnight in Newfoundland until the calendar flips in British Columbia.” Scott Sneddon chats with Dwayne Gretzky’s Nick Rose about the band’s FREE New Years Eve concert
The Umbrella Academy’s Ken Hall has thrived during the pandemic. His toolkit can help us all.
I swear Toronto actor and comedian Ken Hall was built for this pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has been brutal for
“Yellow Bellies The Audio Drama” captivates – and inspires us to resist
‘Under Director Sukhpreet Sangha’s sure hand, “Yellow Bellies the Audio Drama” is vivid, engrossing and deeply thought-provoking.’ ~ Scott Sneddon reviews Theatre of the Beat’s “Yellow Bellies the Audio Drama”