Richardo Keens-Douglas returns with one-man comedy By Lincoln DePradine Summer in Toronto, apart from periods of sweltering weather, also is renowned for a slew of cultural activities. On this year’s card is a comedy starring Grenadian-Canadian award-winning cultural artiste, Richardo Keens-Douglas. “It’s a one-man comedy show that I have been touring with. Just me on […]
Naparima College debuts ‘Alpha’ at Toronto Fringe Festival By Rhoma Spencer Naparima College of San Fernando, Trinidad has long been a bastion of Drama and Theatre in Trinidad and Tobago. With the likes of the late James Leewah, Ralph Maharaj, Tony Hall, Dennis Sprangalang Hall, Errol Sitahal, Devindra Dookie, theatre elders and ancestors coming out […]
TIFF features I Am Not Your Negro on July 6 The Raoul Peck documentary about James Baldwin, “I Am Not Your Negro,” that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2016 will be back in Cinema 2 at TIFF Lightbox on Sunday, July 6. With introductions by TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey and Alica […]
Top talent sought for music program Aspiring Canadian musicians have a chance to take their careers to the next level as the RBC Emerging Musician Program, presented by Canada’s Walk of Fame, returns for its 13th edition. Applications are officially open for the 2025 competition, with submissions accepted until 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, July […]
‘The Life of Chuck’ is all quiet, cosmic, and strange By Janet Grant Just saw The Life of Chuck and… whew. I need a moment. Mike Flanagan, writer/director, adapting Stephen King? That alone had me. What he did with this story? Completely unexpected. It’s not horror. It’s something else, something beautiful, emotional, and subtly haunting […]
‘LULU’ brings Afro-Caribbean folklore to Toronto Fringe Festival A new theatrical production focusing on Black children and youth will debut at the 2025 Toronto Fringe Festival this July. LULU, presented by The Walking Griot, a Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) collective, runs from July 2 to 13 at Soulpepper’s Tank House Theatre. Drawing inspiration from […]
‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ – deep, psychological, and layered with meaning By Janet Grant Hurry Up Tomorrow – “You can run from fame—but can you run from yourself?” “Fame is a trap. And the loop? It never ends.” Now in selected theatres. Let’s get one thing straight: “Hurry Up Tomorrow” is not your typical movie—and that’s […]
Adaptation of portal fantasy novel opens at Shaw Festival By Neil Armstrong Photos courtesy of Shaw Festival The Shaw Festival’s 63rd season began in April and on May 25 the opening of the production, “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” takes place at the Festival Theatre in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Based on the classic novel by […]
Trinidad imposes restrictions on Vybz Kartel over safety concerns The Trinidad and Tobago government has imposed strict limitations on the upcoming visit of Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, citing national security and youth protection concerns ahead of his scheduled May 31 performance in the country. The controversial decision was announced by newly elected Prime Minister […]
Karen Chapman’s ‘Village Keeper’ explores motherhood, healing A new Canadian film is turning heads for its raw, intimate portrayal of a single mother struggling to navigate the weight of trauma while holding her family together. Village Keeper, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Karen Chapman, examines the invisible labour of motherhood and the emotional cost of self-sacrifice, […]
