Two polaroid photos - one showing watercolour paints and the other showing people walking down a spiral staircase - and several cards with text quotes sit on top of a green background with pink ribbon. Type reads: May 10th, 1771: I am so happy my dearest, so fully absorbed in the feeling of this calm presence, that my art is suffering. I couldn't draw now, not one stroke, and yet I have never been a greater painter than in these moments. The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
Two polaroid photos - one showing watercolour paints and the other showing people walking down a spiral staircase - and several cards with text quotes sit on top of a green background with pink ribbon. Type reads: May 10th, 1771: I am so happy my dearest, so fully absorbed in the feeling of this calm presence, that my art is suffering. I couldn't draw now, not one stroke, and yet I have never been a greater painter than in these moments. The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Performance

Play reading: The Knight of the Burning Pestle

One day only – Sun, Apr. 7, 2024: Shakespeare BASH’d closes its 2023/24 season at The Monarch Tavern with a staged reading of The Knight of the Burning Pestle by Francis Beaumont, a musical metatheatrical comedy that pulls back the curtain on the theatrical presentation of Jacobean England in various amusing & ridiculous ways. For audiences 19+.

shaniqua in abstraction: a one-woman play

From Tue, Apr. 9 – Sun, Apr. 28, 2024: Crow’s Theatre, in association with paul watson productions and Obsidian Theatre Company, presents the world premiere of bahia watson’s daring one-woman play shaniqua in abstraction. In her new work, watson brings her poet’s heart and keen eye to defiantly push back the boundaries defining Black womanhood. At Streetcar Crowsnest.

The House at Poe Corner

From Thu, Apr. 11 – Sun, Apr. 21, 2024: Join Eldtritch Theatre for the return of The House at Poe Corner, the terrifying tales of Edgar Allen Poe narrated by two lost souls and performed in petrifying perpetuity with puppets and magic by twisted little toys. For audiences 14+.

Keyed Up! A Festival for Multiple Keyboards

Three nights only. Thu, Apr. 18 – Sat, Apr. 20, 2024: Soundstreams presents Keyed Up! A Festival for Multiple Keyboards at the Jane Mallett Theatre in the St. Lawrence Centre. Exceptional artists perform compelling works for various combinations of piano, harpsichord, electronic keyboard & digital organ from Canada & around the world – including the works of well-known & emerging composers.

Four Minutes Twelve Seconds

From Sat, Apr. 20 – Sun, May 12, 2024: Studio 180 Theatre presents the Canadian premiere of James Fritz’s taut, darkly comic & deeply provocative drama Four Minutes Twelve Seconds at the Tarragon Theatre Extraspace. A thrilling exploration of issues of consent, privilege & the insidious opportunities new technology offers, in a play that has been nominated for an Olivier Award.

Huff by Cliff Cardinal

Seven performances only! Tue, Apr. 23 - Sun, Apr. 28, 2024: Cliff Cardinal returns to Crow's Theatre with his critically acclaimed, award-winning solo show Huff, a savagely funny & harrowing tale of Wind and his brothers as they struggle with their mother’s death, a reserve school system that’s failing them & a solvent-abuse problem. A Cunning Concepts & Creations production.

Tyson’s Song: a world premiere

From Wed, Apr. 24 – Sun, May 19, 2024: Pleiades Theatre presents the world premiere of Tyson’s Song, by Peter N. Bailey, in the Factory Theatre Studio. When a boys’ night out goes awry, two Black men are compelled to examine their pasts & their friendship. A thought-provoking examination of Black masculinity & mental health. For audiences 14+.

TEASE: a reimagined burlesque comedy

PAST EVENT. From Wed, Mar. 13 – Sun, Mar. 24, 2024: TEASE returns to Toronto, presented by The Big City Kitties, in association with Crow’s Theatre. A theatrical experience that entertains with humour & sex appeal, surprising audiences with an underlying heartfelt message. For audiences 18+.

No One’s Special at the Hot Dog Cart

PAST EVENT. From Thu, Mar. 14 – Sat, Mar. 23, 2024: Theatre Passe Muraille & Erroneous Productions present the world premiere of No One’s Special at the Hot Dog Cart, written & performed by award-winning playwright, author & spoken word performer Charlie Petch. Tales of survival & kindness witnessed on the streets, told through spoken word, musical storytelling & de-escalation techniques.

The Theatre Centre presents: 10 For 10 Launch Party

PAST EVENT. One night only – Thu, Mar. 21, 2024: The Theatre Centre hosts their 10 For 10 Launch Party, kickstarting 10 months of unique offerings to celebrate 10 years in the former Carnegie Library at 1115 Queen West. This building-wide party + fundraiser includes pop-up performances, music, dancing, games, a M.A.C. glam station & Lost Craft drinks. For adults 19+.

Civil Wray: Live at The Dive Shop

PAST EVENT. One night only – Thu, Mar. 21, 2024: Experience the unique, ethereal blues/soul/pop hybrid sounds & poetic lyrics of Civil Wray as she performs new songs from her upcoming EP “Sparkle”, as well as favourites from her debut record. Live at The Dive Shop with guest artists Lisa Costa & Vanessa Lio. Audiences 19+.

Eldritch Horrors play readings: Dear Boss

PAST EVENT. One night only: Mon, Mar. 11, 2024: Eldritch Theatre continues its Plays from the Tomb staged reading series with a tale of the hunt to uncover the identity of England’s most notorious & elusive serial killer: Jack the Ripper. For audiences 14+. Suitable for those who love horror read aloud & murder mysteries.