CBC Music Live At Massey Hall Presents CELEBRATING GORDON LIGHTFOOT On CBC Gem And CBC Radio
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024
To honour the iconic Canadian musician's legacy, CBC and Massey Hall, in collaboration with the Gordon Lightfoot Estate, present CELEBRATING GORDON LIGHTFOOT, broadcasting nationwide on Canada Day, July 1 at 12 p.m. (12:30 NT) on CBC Radio One and CBC Listen, 4 p.m. (4:30 NT) on CBC Music and CBC Listen, and available to stream as of 9 a.m. ET on CBC Gem in Canada and worldwide on CBC Music's YouTube channel.
Canada's Governor General Honors Second City CEO Andrew Alexander With Lifetime Achievement Award
by Macon Prickett - Jun 5, 2018
On Friday, June 1, Governor General Julie Payette presented a Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award to Second City CEO and Executive Producer Andrew Alexander. The ceremony took place at Ottawa's Rideau Hall as part of the 2018 Governor General's Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA), Canada's most prestigious recognition for the performing arts. The following evening, Alexander and his fellow laureates were feted at the GGPAA's annual star-studded gala, held at the National Arts Centre.
TAKE OFF, EH! with Dave Thomas & Rick Moranis Set for The Second City Toronto This July
by BWW
News Desk - Jul 18, 2017
Dave Thomas and The Second City will present TAKE OFF, EH!, a star-studded intimate evening featuring performances from some of Canada's biggest names in comedy and music today, July 18, 2017 on The Second City Toronto's Mainstage, with proceeds going to 'Jake Thomas's Road to Recovery' and Spinal Cord Injury Ontario.
Frank D'Angelo's THE NEIGHBORHOOD Coming to Theatres in August
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 28, 2017
After screening to a sellout audience for it's world premiere at the ICFF Film Festival in Toronto, followed by a second screening added because of popular demand, The Neighborhood claimed the ICFF Film Festival's prestigious Trilogy Award.
TAKE OFF, EH! with Dave Thomas & Rick Moranis Set for The Second City Toronto This July
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017
Dave Thomas and The Second City will present TAKE OFF, EH!, a star-studded intimate evening featuring performances from some of Canada's biggest names in comedy and music on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 on The Second City Toronto's Mainstage, with proceeds going to 'Jake Thomas's Road to Recovery' and Spinal Cord Injury Ontario.
Frank D'Angelo's RED MAPLE LEAF Wins Another Best Picture Award
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 26, 2017
THE RED MAPLE LEAFthe star-studded feature film by Frank D'Angelo available worldwide on video-on-demand starting May 1 st, 2017 has just won another Best Picture award, this time at the 2017 Boston International Film Festival.
Victoria Playhouse Petrolia Announces Canadian Inspired 2017 Season
by Rebecca Russo - Oct 27, 2016
Co-Artistic Directors David Hogan & David Rogers are thrilled to announce the 2017 Season. 'Celebrate With Us' encompasses a Canadian theme as the VPP honours our country in its 150th year. When asked about the line up for the upcoming season, Hogan said 'Happy Birthday Canada - this season is dedicated to you. We wanted to give back to our great nation that has made us feel glorious and free. Everything in this season is written, composed, compiled, choreographed, directed, performed and/or put together by Canadians. We are thrilled to celebrate Canada.' Director of Cultural Services for the Town of Petrolia, Richard Poore echoed Hogan's sentiments, saying, 'I am so pleased and proud to be part of the 2017 VPP Summer Season announcement. I know our audiences will continue to be thrilled by the VPP experience.'
BWW Exclusive: Wendell Ferguson isn't a Grinch, Just a Very Naughty Boy on 'Cranky Christmas'
by Dennis Kucherawy - Dec 24, 2014
Singer-guitarist Wendell Ferguson is the anti-Claus. And I was reminded how much I enjoy his Yuletied parodies earlier this month at the CBC taping of this year's Royal Canadian Air Farce New Year's Eve comedy special. Remember the kid in the horror movie 'The Omen' who turns out to be the anti-Christ? Gregory Peck checked the lad's scalp and found three sixes - the sign of the beast - in a circle? Well, if you were to check Wendell's scalp, you'd find three 'Hos' in a circle instead!
Photo Coverage: THE RASCALS Red Carpet Toronto Opening
by Kelly Cameron - Aug 17, 2013
On Tuesday night, the red carpet was rolled out at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre as Mirvish Productions presented the opening of The Rascals: Once Upon a Dream. The show is produced and directed by Steven Van Zandt and features all four original band members. The show sold out on Broadway, and is being dubbed as a mix between a dance party and a jukebox musical in the style of 'Jersey Boys'.
Steven Van Zandt and his wife Maureen were on hand for the Toronto opening, as were many other stars from Toronto's theatre and music scenes. BWW is thrilled to bring readers photos from the red carpet and the opening night after party.
NXNE PresentsPROTEST THE HERO and PORTUGAL This Summer
by Kelsey Denette - May 16, 2012
NORTH BY NORTHEAST (NXNE) announces the next wave of programming for the 18th edition of the festival, including five-piece prog-metal maniacs PROTEST THE HERO, psychedelic-rockers PORTUGAL. THE MAN, surging Canadian singer-songwriter MATT MAYS, noise rock trio A PLACE TO BURY STRANGERS, minimalist pop duo ETERNAL SUMMERS, and DUSTED, the latest project from Holy f**k's Brian Borcherdt and Bruce Peninsula's Leon Taheny. NXNE takes place June 11-17 across Toronto. Tickets are now available online at www.nxne.com/tickets.
Global Toronto Presents The Young Centre's Global Cabaret Festival 9/30
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 30, 2010
Albert Schultz, General Director of the Young Centre for the Performing Arts, today announced the line-up of the Global Cabaret Festival 2010 presented by Global Toronto, formerly known as the Canwest Cabaret Festival, Canada's most dynamic, weekend-long celebration of songs and stories in one of Toronto's most beautiful and versatile venues - the Young Centre for the Performing Arts in the Distillery Historical District.
Global Toronto Presents The Young Centre's Global Cabaret Festival 9/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2010
Albert Schultz, General Director of the Young Centre for the Performing Arts, today announced the line-up of the Global Cabaret Festival 2010 presented by Global Toronto, formerly known as the Canwest Cabaret Festival, Canada's most dynamic, weekend-long celebration of songs and stories in one of Toronto's most beautiful and versatile venues - the Young Centre for the Performing Arts in the Distillery Historical District.