Toronto play about MS makes return appearance next week.
by Lucy Allen
Writing for Mooney on Theatre has given me plenty of oppurtunities to experience and enjoy all sorts of theatre. Recently, though, it gave me yet another oppurtunity when I got to meet with actress Faye Lavin for my very first interview. We sat drinking coffee (or hot chocolate in my case, coffee is gross) and discussed Lavin’s role in Duet for One, which opens next week at the Tarragon Mainspace. Continue reading Preview: Duet for One- Stage Toronto→
La Sagouine at Berkley Street in English and then in French is a Canadian Cultural Treasure
By Sam Mooney
Maybe I shouldn’t say that La Sagouine – produced by Pleiades Theatre and playing at Berkeley Street Theatre – is a cultural treasure or a Canadian classic. I don’t want anyone to think that it’s “serious” or “difficult” theatre. On the contrary, it’s the most joyful play that I’ve seen in ages.
And funny, sad, insightful, endearing, acerbic, poetic, a bit profane, and above all, a truly enjoyable night at the theatre.
you are the lucky winner of two tickets to Thursday night’s performance of Featuring Loretta. If you did not win, worry not. Tickets can be purchased online at TixHub or by contacting (416) 504-9971.Show times are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00pm and Sunday matinee at 2:00pm.
For more information about this play just visit the Factory Theatre .
I culled this week’s five cheap theatre picks from the list of shows we’ve circulated to our writers. Each week, we at Mooney on Theatre pore over play listings from various Toronto sources and send a list of the most swoon-worthy shows to our writers, asking them to select a play to review from the list. Below, the five shows we’re most excited to have our reviewers check out. The good news? These shows are not only exciting, but they’re also all available for viewing at the low price of $20 or less! Prices are highlighted below for ease of reference. Read on and enjoy!
Be the lucky 13th person to enter and win a pair of tickets to the acclaimed show, Featuring Loretta by George F. Walker . This show plays at the Factory Theatre May 1st until June 27th.
Directed by Ken Gass, this comedy pokes fun at the world of dating and relationships. Don’t miss your chance to see this play! Show times are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00pm and Sunday matinee at 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased online at TixHub or by contacting (416) 504-9971.
Or, just email us here at contests@mooneyontheatre.com quoting the subject line Featuring Loretta. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, so good luck!
And for more information about this play just visit the Factory Theatre or read excerpts from the press release below.
