Sharron Matthews WORLD DOMINATION Starts This Weekend, 5/8 & 5/9May 4, 2010After her successful fundraising efforts in Toronto in April, Sharron Matthews is kicking off her World Domination Tour this weekend in Toronto! The tour will take her to NYC and Scotland, so make sure to go out and support this Canadian Superstar before she takes off to conquer the World!
Photo Coverage: Soulpepper's GLENGARRY GLEN ROSSApril 30, 2010Soulpepper is bringing back last year's smash hit production of Glengarry Glen Ross starting tomorrow, April 22nd. The production was critically acclaimed and the entire run sold out - so if you missed it or want to see it again, now is your chance. BWW sat down and spoke with two of the original cast members, Eric Peterson and Kevin Bundy, on what it is like to get to reprise the roles which were so well received last time around.
Photo Coverage: 'Star Wars' in ConcertApril 24, 2010Star Wars: In Concert comes to London for one day only on July 25th at the John Labatt Centre. Fresh off a very successful European Tour the show returns to North America to dazzle audiences with a full size symphony, choir and one of the largest LED screens ever featured on the tour.
BWW Interviews: GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS's Eric Peterson and Kevin BundyApril 21, 2010Soulpepper is bringing back last year's smash hit production of Glengarry Glen Ross starting tomorrow, April 22nd. The production was critically acclaimed and the entire run sold out - so if you missed it or want to see it again, now is your chance. BWW sat down and spoke with two of the original cast members, Eric Peterson and Kevin Bundy, on what it is like to get to reprise the roles which were so well received last time around.
Toronto Cabaret Star Sharron Matthews Gears Up for World DominationApril 13, 2010Sharron Matthews is a Toronto legend, popular for her incredible Cabaret nights that expose people to wonderful Broadway music and fantastic comedy. She has decided to take her show on the road, with upcoming stops in NYC at Joe's Pub and in Scotland at the Edinburgh Festival. In order to raise money to attend these venues, Sharron is holding a spectacular fundraiser this weekend in Toronto with all new material. Come on out and support Canadian talent!
Photo Coverage: Toronto Gears up for Rock of AgesApril 7, 2010The hit musical Rock of Ages comes to Toronto April 20th, 2010 and the cast is getting ready to rock! On April 5th, the cast and crew invited the press for a special preview performance of some of the songs from the show at the rehearsal hall at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. BWW was on hand to get some pictures and bring you a sneak peak at what to expect when the musical opens later this month.
BWW Interviews: Jack Everly Talks POPS Vegas, Bway and Showgirls at the SymphonyMarch 30, 2010The Toronto Symphony Orchestra has a special concert coming up this week called POPS Goes Vegas! Part of their POPS Concert Series, this particular show is being conducted by world renowned conductor (and Broadway veteran) Jack Everly. BWW sat down to talk with Mr. Everly about why this concert will hold a special appeal to Broadway lovers.
The Grand London is Holding Sing to Win Contest - Karaoke Style!March 25, 2010Legends, the sequel to last years hit musical 'Twist and Shout: The British Invasion' is all set to rock The Grand starting April 20th. In anticipation, The Grand and 103.9FM are holding a special 'Sing to Win' karaoke contest. Enter to win a VIP Package to see this fun show.
BWW Interview: The Cast of Martin Crimp's 'The City'March 23, 2010Martin Crimp's internationally acclaimed production 'The City' opened in Toronto for its Canadian Premiere on Friday, March 19th, 2010. BWW was on hand to get interviews with all three cast members. They talk to us about what it is like being in this production, as well as the unique experience of being the first actors to present this work in Canada.
BWW Interview: My Mother's Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding's Lisa HornerMarch 20, 2010My Mother's Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding has taken Toronto by storm, starting as the surprise hit of last year's Fringe Festival and growing into a successful production that has had many extensions at The Panasonic Theatre. With a cast recording now available and another extension just announced, BWW sat down to chat with the Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Mom herself, the lovely Lisa Horner.
BWW Review: Rebecca Northan's 'Blind Date'March 17, 2010Rebecca Northan's wildly popular improv comedy Blind Date just finished a sold-out three week run as part of Harbourfront Centre's World Stage 2010 Season. Funny and charming, I had a wonderful time watching 'Mimi' woo her date of the evening! This is a little show with big potential, and I encourage all BWW readers to see it if they are ever given the chance. I suspect Ms. Northan could be Canada's own Carrie Bradshaw!
Photo Coverage: The World Premiere of Vampire HeartMarch 14, 2010In February, a new rock musical got its World Premiere in Sarnia, ON (just outside of Toronto) and BWW was on hand to watch the event unfold and report back about the history behind this new show. Vampire Heart - A Musical with Bite was fifteen years in the making, and quite an entertaining piece of theatre.
BWW Interview: 'Oh What A Lovely War's' Ins Choi March 9, 2010Soulpepper presents the first mainstage production to feature the 2010 Soulpepper Academy members - 'Oh What A Lovely War.' BWW had the opportunity to sit down and talk with two of the members of the new members of the prestigious Soulpepper Academy about the selection process, the experience of being in the Academy, and of course, the new production of the Broadway Classic 'Oh What A Lovely War.'
BWW Interview: 'Oh What A Lovely War's' Karen Rae March 7, 2010Soulpepper presents the first mainstage production to feature the 2010 Soulpepper Academy members - 'Oh What A Lovely War.' BWW had the opportunity to sit down and talk with two of the members of the new members of the prestigious Soulpepper Academy about the selection process, the experience of being in the Academy, and of course, the new production of the Broadway Classic 'Oh What A Lovely War.'
Trudeau Stories comes to London's Grand Theatre 03/03-03/06February 26, 2010The very popular one woman show Trudeau Stories comes to London's Grand Theatre for a short run beginning March 3rd, 2010. Trudeau stories is a heart-felt piece performed by Brooke Johnson, centering on her friendship with the former Prime Minister of Canada Pierre Elliott Trudeau. BWW had the chance to talk with Lindsay Anne Black who worked on the set design for the show, and got an inside look at just how authentic the story really is.
Toronto 'Jersey Boy' Named one of 'Worthy 30' MenFebruary 24, 2010The Toronto production of the smash-hit Jersey Boys has two new reasons to celebrate, the show recently announced yet another extenstion (tickets are now on sale through to June 30th, 2010) and also, Quinn VanAntwerp (who plays Bob Gaudio in the production) was named to the National Post's list of Worthy 30 Men.
Rebecca Northan's 'Blind Date' Opens at Harbourfront 2/23 - 3/12February 23, 2010Rebecca Northan's very popular improv theatre piece 'Blind Date' returns to Harbourfront Centre as part of WorldStage's 2010 Season. This unique theatre experience sold out the last time it was in Toronto, and is an event not to be missed!
BWW Interview: Rebecca Northan gives us the juice on 'Blind Date'February 20, 2010Blind Date is an interactive theatre experience where Rebecca Northan takes an audience member and goes on a 'blind date' with them - while the rest of the audience watches. A smash hit last year in Toronto, Blind Date is back as part of Harbourfront's WorldStage performance season, and BWW got the chance to talk to Rebecca about this unique experience.