Mark Andrew Lawrence began his broadcasting career as music director for St. Catharines radio station CHRE. After six years there and eight years at classical station CFMX, he created FRONT ROW CENTRE to supply theatre reviews and articles to magazines, newspapers, and broadcasters across the greater Toronto area. Mark Andrew Lawrence maintains an extensive collection of over 3,500 Broadway show recordings in all formats (78 RPM singles, 45 RPM album, 10 & 12-inch Lps, and Compact discs) dating back to the early years of the 20th century.
Review: 'The Facebook Musical'
August 21, 2009
August 21, 2009
A new musical opened in Toronto for a limited run this week, and the score reveals a major new talent. Jonathan Blankenstein, though still a University student has created the book, music and lyrics for The Facebook Musical. It?s onstage in the Berkeley Street upstairs theatre through Saturday. * * * * (OUT OF 5
Review: 'bare' at Hart House Theatre
July 22, 2009
July 22, 2009
Canadian premiere of this cult musical proves to be a generally solid production. Expect sold out performances as word gets out on this one.
STUDIO 5040 Calls for Cabaret Performers 8/10
July 15, 2009
July 15, 2009
Studio 5040 Cabarets to hold auditions for Cabaret performers.
Shaw Fest Loses A Friend, Resident Director Neil Munro Passes Away at 62
July 15, 2009
July 15, 2009
The Shaw Festival Company is deeply saddened to announce the passing of long-time Resident Director, Neil Munro. Mr. Munro died July 13, 2009 at the age of 62 at London Ontario's University Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Dancap Gets 'TOXIC' For Toronto In Fall 2009
July 7, 2009
July 7, 2009
Dancap Productions presents the Canadian Premiere of The Toxic Avenger opening at The Music Hall Halloween 2009.
Mirvish Extends 'Sound of Music' Through 6/28
June 28, 2009
June 28, 2009
The Hills Have Never Been More Alive - the lavish new production of the timeless classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC is extending its Toronto engagement through June 28, 2009 with 200,000 more tickets. Tickets for this new booking period go on sale Monday February 2nd.
'Hey Marilyn" to be given a limited run in Toronto
June 15, 2009
June 15, 2009
Following last season?s successful production of Cliff Jones? SOMETHING?S ROCKIN? IN DENMARK, capricorn 9 productions is proud to present Cliff Jones? landmark musical HEY MARILYN at the Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, from June 18-26. (7 performances only!)
Review 'A Class Act' at Toronto 's Civic Light Opera
June 3, 2009
June 3, 2009
The Civic Light Opera Company's Toronto premiere production of A Class Act affords a chance to get to know some of Ed Kleban's catalogue. It is a catalogue filled with eloquent songs, and production that is exceptionally well acted and sung. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)
Review: 'The Producers' at Stage West Dinner Theatre
June 3, 2009
June 3, 2009
Stage West Dinner theatre offers a downsized version of the Tony winning Broadway hit. Where it works it is due to the strength of the material and the commitment of the performers. The result is still funny and entertaining, but will leave some wondering what all the hullabaloo was about when the show played on Broadway. * * * 1/2 (OUT OF 5)
Review: Encore Entertainment's 'The Sunshine Boys'
April 30, 2009
April 30, 2009
Encore Entertainment's staging of Neil Simon's hit comedy delivers teh laughs without neglecting the play's melancholy subtext. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)
The Civic Light Opera Company to Stage Toronto Premiere of A Class Act
April 25, 2009
April 25, 2009
As the final production of their 30th Anniversary season, The Civic Light-Opera Company, Toronto's premiere Musical Theatre, offers another Toronto premiere, A Class Act running May 27 to June 14 at Fairview Library Theatre.
Encore Entertainment Presents Neil Simon's 'THE SUNSHINE BOYS' 4/23 - 5/3
April 23, 2009
April 23, 2009
Encore Entertain will present Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys' at the Toronto Centre for the Arts from April 23 to May 3, 2009
Livent Founders Guilty of Fraud and Forgery
March 26, 2009
March 26, 2009
The sorry story of Livent came to a close in a Toronto courtroom today as Ontario Superior Court Justice Mary Lou Benotto delivered her judgment. 'The creative success that you achieved due to your company was spectacular,' said Benotto. But her tone quickly changed as she cited a 'deliberate misrepresentation' in Livent's public offering and 'widespread and long-standing' fraud thereafter. 'I have been satisfied beyond reasonable doubt that you knew what was happening . . . That's a guilty verdict.'
Cast of 'Dog Sees God' Hosts 'Spring Awakening' Cast
March 25, 2009
March 25, 2009
On Monday March 23, Dog Sees God hosted the cast of the touring company of Spring Awakening, currently performing in Toronto.
Review: 'Spring Awakening - Tour'
March 22, 2009
March 22, 2009
Arriving in Toronto the day before spring, the Tony winning musical Spring Awakening will please the devoted coterie of fans, but those familiar with Frank Wedekind's original play will find the musical adaptation is decidedly inferior. * * * (out of 5)
Review: 'Bonjour, la, Bonjour' at Theatre Erindale
February 6, 2009
February 6, 2009
Michel Tremblay's dark portrait of a dysfunctional family is geven an excellent student production at Erindale. * * * * 1/2 (OUT OF 5)
Review: 'A Flea in her Ear' Amicus Productions
February 6, 2009
February 6, 2009
Amicus productions have come up with A Flea In her Ear that tickles the funny bone. * * * 1/2 (out of 5)
Review: 'Happy Days'
February 6, 2009
February 6, 2009
A bland, empty show trying to cash in on the popularity of the TV series. Even Fonzie's die-hard fans will be disappointed. * (out of 5)
JERSEY BOYS Toronto; Gets All New Canadian Cast
February 1, 2009
February 1, 2009
This summer, Broadway?s hottest musical made Canadian premiere electrifying audiences at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, extending twice and garnering extraordinary critical acclaim. Today, Dancap Productions Inc. and JERSEY BOYS are pleased to announce that the show will remain in Toronto!
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