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Ahuri Theatre brings open, funny honesty to Toronto stages with This Is The Point
Going into The Theatre Centre last night to see This is The Point, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I wasn’t expecting to be (figuratively) knocked out. I was tired, and cranky, and just hoping the show would be good.
This is The Point by Ahuri Theatre is an emotional, honest, and exceptionally funny show about four people whose lives have been shaped and influenced by Cerebral Palsy — both directly and via close proximity. Shows like this are precisely why I am such a vocal Theatre Centre fangirl.
Toxic hyper-masculinity got you down? We have a show exploring that! And many more to choose from this week. Live theatre shows in Toronto with ticket prices of $25 or less, playing the week of November 8th, 2016. Perfect for the budget-conscious theatre-goer. Continue reading Cheap Theatre in Toronto the Week of November 8th→
Shows That Caught Our Eye in Toronto the Week of November 7th.
There are so many wonderful post-Halloween shows to choose from this week. From shady French aristocrats causing trouble, to stories about the realities of life in Regent Park, to a woman setting fated events in motion, there is something to suit everyone’s tastes. Our editor Samantha is here to select a few of her anticipated choices in red text. Check them out below the cut:
We have several bone-chilling, blood-curdling, spooky-themed… but most importantly… budget-friendly selections this week. Includes a kids show and an interactive projection piece. See more below the cut.
Shows That Caught Our Eye in Toronto the Week of October 31st.
Happy Hallowe’en Toronto! Terrifying theatre and spooky spectacles fill our listings cauldron this week. If Halloween isn’t your thing we also have some opera, feminist-friendly double-bills, Irish feel-good plays, and more! Our publisher Megan has highlighted a few shows that caught her eye in blood red text. Check them out below the cut:
Ahuri Theatre brings open, funny honesty to Toronto stages with This Is The Point