“We just want to just instill a little bit of joy in everyone’s day.” Interview with Jennifer Villaverde about “Stillwater School for Mosquitos,” a new all-ages musical-in-progress, presented by Musical Stage Company and Canadian Stage’s Dream in High Park
Hanna Kiel/Human Body Expression’s “Again” is a new intergenerational dance piece that depicts eight adults who are living with the pain of their past; and their journey to find forgiveness and the unconditional love of a child. “Again” premieres on February 26 – 28 as a part of DanceWorks’ new Moving Online series.
“I have become interested in the relationship between physical and mental health, having benefited personally from its positive effects, and I wish to share that with others.” Interview with the Toronto Arts Foundation’s RBC Newcomer Arts Award winning dancer-choreographer Mio Sakamoto
Interview with Sophie Dow about Mountain Duets, a ceremony for both the viewers and interpreters. It incorporates dance, live and recorded music, multimedia (projections) and a physical installation. Mountain Duets is part of Workman Arts Rendezvous with Madness Festival, on until October 25.
“…just because someone doesn’t jump to the roof or do the splits—does that touch your heart any less? Interview with Renata Soutter and Liz Winklaar on Propeller Dance’s “Flesh & Spokes, and Spasticus”
Our review of the relatable and representative “Bend it Like Beckham: the Musical”
“It’s incredibly vibrant, energetic, FUN, and has surprising emotional depth.” The Quotable Sayak weighs in on The SpongeBob Musical, making a stop in Toronto
Laakkuluk Williamson Bathory performs uaajeerneq “an in-your-face, base, surreal creature performance” in Ikumagialiit, a Indigenous performance art show that debuts at Harbourfront Centre’s Festival of Cool: The Arctic.
SesayArts in conversation with dancer-choreographer Christianne Ullmark about the world premiere of “close encounters in the fifth dimension”, part of Citadel Dance Mix
Directed by Shruti Merchant and choreographed by her sister Vaibhavi Merchant, Taj Express: The Bollywood Musical Revue is making a
“The production is visually appealing, cleverly designed and loaded with humour, charm and unexpected substance.” Arpita Ghosal’s review of YPT’s The Adventures of Pinocchio, running until Jan 5, 2020
“When you come to see it, realize that it will push your emotions and thoughts.” The Quotable Sayak’s review of Kaha:wi Dance Theatre’s THE MUSH HOLE which launched YPT’s 2019-2020 season
