Toronto New Year’s Eve 2020 Event Listings – MoT style

view from behind of several people sitting on a stage we see audience in background, from a performance of Your Hood's a Joke in Toronto

Toronto takes to the stage to celebrate the coming of 2020 this NYE

It’s New Year’s Eve. Time to wave good-bye to 2019, and welcome in 2020. I think a pretty fantastic way to do that is by checking out a live show. I have seen so many “things to do in Toronto on NYE” lists, and they almost all seem to be lists of big expensive parties. So I decided to make my own “things to do in Toronto on NYE” list – Mooney on Theatre style.

My parameters were that it had to be a live stage event; it had to be $35 or less; and, of course, it had to be in Toronto.

I love the idea of going to a show on NYE. I get to go out and experience the atmosphere of revelry and excitement, and, of course, enjoy something on stage. And, I get to still do the official “ring in the New Year” part in my living room (if I manage to stay awake until midnight).

Maybe you are more of a party animal than me (do you have a pulse? You are probably more of a party animal than me then.) Maybe you would like to ring in the New Year surrounded by excited people. You still can. Once the show is over, you can continue to whatever type of NYE celebration suites you best.

Either way,  spending some time with live performance seems like an excellent way to usher in the New Year.  And, without fanfare or flourish, here are my suggestions of things to check out:

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Toronto Playlistings for the Week of December 30, 2019

Shows that Caught Our Eye in Toronto for the Week of December 30, 2019

For me it has been that weird holiday week.  You know the one where you don’t really remember what day of the week it is, and PJs are the outfit of the day… after day… after day?  And it has been glorious fun, with the kids playing with all of their new toys.  Except the Lego spread all over the carpet.  One missed piece at clean-up can ruin your night (ouch!!)

But it’s also time to put on pants and get back to a regular sleep schedule so I can function at work next week (okay… after New Year).  And the best way to get motivated to go out is to make some plans to go to the theatre.  It’s my week to let you know what has caught my eye, so take a look at my picks in ‘red’.  Spoiler alert – it’s pretty family-friendly!  It’s a great week to take kids to get some theatre experience!

Mooney on Theatre wishes you all a very Happy New Year!  See you next decade!

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Review: What the Elf?! (The Second City)

Picture of Kyah Grace, Rabiya Mansoor, Bianca Alongi, Wilfred Lee, Connie Manfredi, and Rob Lewin in What the Elf?!Second City presents family friendly musical comedy for the holidays

The Second City presents What the Elf?! a family-friendly musical comedy show that reminds us it’s never too late to pursue our dreams. This production of What the Elf?! is based on a 2015 script (written by Leslie Seiler), re-worked and directed by Nigel Downer in collaboration with the ensemble cast. While revolving around the journey of Santa’s elves and reindeer, this show provides some life lessons for humans of all ages. 

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Toronto Playlistings for the Week of December 23, 2019

Shows that Caught Our Eye in Toronto for the Week of December 23, 2019

Happy Holidays!  It’s been a great weekend to start the festive season. And I’m sure most of us have a couple of hectic days of travel, family, food and fun ahead.  I am certainly looking forward to a bit of downtime starting on Boxing Day!  What better way to spend some of that downtime that at the theatre!

This week it is our fearless leader Megan’s pleasure to let you know what shows she thinks should be on your Christmas wish list this week – check out her festive ‘red‘ recommendations!  And from all of us at Mooney have an enjoyable festive season!

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