Live theatre shows in Toronto with ticket prices of $25 or less, playing the week of January 23rd, 2018. Perfect for the budget-conscious theatre-goer. This week has some great PWYC selections, and some themes delving into darker territory:
Continue reading Cheap Theatre in Toronto the Week of January 23rd, 2018
With so many new shows opening on Toronto stages this week — with just as many diverse themes — you may have a hard time deciding what to see. Luckily, our publisher Megan is here to highlight a few of her top picks in red. Check them out below the cut:
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Hart House stages The Crucible, now playing on the Toronto stageSince its debut to the stage in 1953, The Crucible has never been a play that goes easy on its audience, and Hart House‘s version is no exception. However, on this journey to Salem, we pass by the historical realism typical of productions of this show, and instead drive straight into horror.
Alumnae Theatre in Toronto celebrates 100 years of female-run theatre with OmissionFriday wasn’t exactly 100 years since Alumnae Theatre presented their first play in Toronto; it was 99 years and 25 days. Close enough. Alumnae is the longest running female-run theatre company in North America — definitely cause for a celebration. And celebrate they did with balloons, cupcakes, and a special cocktail before the world premier of Omission by Alice Abracen.
I love theatre that entertains me and makes me think without ever feeling like I’m being beaten over the head. It can be difficult to raise moral questions and teach lessons about morality without becoming didactic. Abracen does it with ease; she’s a playwright to watch. The play is wonderful — compelling plot, interesting characters, and great character development. I love that her dialogue includes the little throwaway lines and quips that are part of everyday conversation. Anne Harper directs an impressive cast with ease. Continue reading Review: Omission (Alumnae Theatre)
Calpurnia is “provocative”, “uncomfortable”, and “deeply nuanced”, on stage in TorontoCalpurnia–written and directed by Audrey Dwyer and produced by Nightwood Theatre Company and Sulong Theatre Company–is a highly relevant and provocative look at racism, classism, and sexism in a story that is at times humorous and at most times painful and uncomfortable in the best possible way. The performances are dynamic, as is the writing, making this a show that is well worth the watch.
Continue reading Review: Calpurnia (Nightwood Theatre and Sulong Theatre Company)