It was another fun-filled and inspiring day at the Toronto Fringe! I saw three shows, all very different, and yet all of them spoke to me in one way or another. This year’s Fringe is shaping up to be an unforgettable one! Temple of Desire - Karma Dance Inc. “Transgender is transcendent.” This line from…
Rey lives for the stage - she’s built her life and her identity around her passion for theatre and performance. But what happens when her ability to do what she loves is compromised? Sanguine, created and performed by Mina Zaghari and Parastoo Amanzadeh, delves into the hearts and minds of Rey and her best friend…
Dance artists Naishi Wang and Jean Abreu may live on opposite sides of the planet, but that certainly wasn’t going to stop them from creating art together. Their unique piece, Deciphers, engages with the idea of communication and miscommunication. Each of them brings their own individual perspectives and experiences to create this experience. The design…
The ninth edition of Fall for Dance North is off to an incredible start, and is culminating in their Signature Programmes. The first Programme, Heartbeats, combines companies and choreographers from all over the world, each telling a unique story about love and the human condition. Each piece more mesmerizing than the last, Heartbeats is truly…
This year marks the ninth annual Fall for Dance North Festival; a celebration and exploration of contemporary dance. The 2023 programme highlights several companies from all over the globe who are coming to Toronto to present their works. I was fortunate to get to ask Ilter Ibrahimof, the Artistic Director of this year’s festival, some…
The final instalment in the Harbourfront Centre’s Torque dance series was The Sacrifice. Making its Toronto premiere as part of a very successful international tour, this incredible company from South Africa wowed audiences with this incredible production. Featuring an impressive ensemble of dancers along with talented musicians, The Sacrifice was a beautiful, moving experience. The…
The Harbourfront Centre presented the world premiere of Homelands as part of their Torque series. Featuring three incredibly talented performers, Homelands is a celebration of life and nature through Indigenous Dance. Created and Directed by Santee Smith, Homelands is Mesmerizing from beginning to end; a true journey through time and space on our Mother Earth.…
MOonhORsE Dance Theatre is bringing its 45th edition of Older and Reckless to the stage at the Harbourfront Centre. A joyous celebration of art, dance, and moving your body at ALL ages, it’s no wonder that Older and Reckless has become such a staple here in Toronto. This year’s program is powerful, vivacious, and entrancing,…
The inaugural YENSA Festival kicked off its two nights of live performances with a stellar program featuring local artists and companies. Produced by the Lua Shayenne Dance Company, it is truly a joyous celebration of Black artists through dance and song. The two nights are completely unique, but if the first program is any indication…
This was my busiest day at Fringe so far! With four shows at three different venues, it was a very full day of Fringing (and exploring the area around the theatre as well!). A day like this couldn’t make me happier, seeing great theatre and spending time around this beautiful city is exactly the thing…
A View from the Box 