Archive for 'Chris Dart'

CMW 2013 Best Bets: Wednesday

Yesterday was kind of a soft launch. Tonight, Canadian Music Week starts for real.

By Chris Dart • Photo by Corbin SmithMar. 20th, 12:45 pm

CMW 2013 Best Bets: Tuesday

Stock up on 5-Hour Energy and plot the best route between venues, because Canadian Music Week is underway.

By Chris Dart Mar. 19th, 3:30 pm

Locals Dominate the 2013 Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival

Toronto troupes swept the awards at this year's Sketchfest.

By Chris Dart Mar. 19th, 1:30 pm

4 Comments

Torontoist’s Guide to CMW 2013

Canadian Music Week runs from March 19-24. Not sure where to go or who to see? Don't worry. We have you covered.

By Chris Dart Mar. 19th, 12:10 pm

CMW 2013 Preview: Electronic

By Chris Dart Mar. 19th, 11:35 am

CMW 2013 Preview: Hip Hop

By Chris Dart Mar. 19th, 11:34 am

Sound Advice: Target Market (Recoil) by Notes to Self

A local rap outfit brings major-league skills, positive vibes, and tongue-in-cheek humour to its new album.

By Chris Dart Mar. 13th, 10:30 am

Sketchfest Kicks Off 11 Hilarious Days

The eighth edition of the Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival features more big names, more troupes, and more venues.

By Chris Dart Mar. 7th, 12:00 pm

The Meme-ing of Life is an Epic Win

Second City's new mainstage show offers a little something for everyone.

By Chris Dart Mar. 6th, 11:45 am

3 Comments

Arguing for the Cultural Importance of Grindr

In Meet Grindr, author Jaime Woo writes that the gay hookup app doesn't get the respect it deserves.

By Chris Dart Mar. 1st, 9:00 am

At Foundry, Electronic Music and Visual Art Come Together

A new electronic-music event series will combine international acts and custom visuals.

By Chris Dart Feb. 28th, 2:00 pm

7 Comments

Sound Advice: Brave New World, by The Airplane Boys

The Scarborough-based duo returns with sharper rapping, but the same great hooks and production.

By Chris Dart Feb. 27th, 12:00 pm

8 Comments

A Haven for Turtles, in a Scarborough Apartment

Marc Ouellette's two-bedroom apartment is also the headquarters of his reptile rescue.

By Chris Dart Feb. 27th, 10:00 am

4 Comments

In-Flight Service, on the Subway

Improv in Toronto's "subway attendants" handed out refreshments, blankets, and good humour on the Bloor-Danforth line.

By Chris Dart Feb. 26th, 9:00 am

8 Comments

A Clandestine Café in Trinity Bellwoods Park

For the last several weeks, two local residents have been providing coffee and conversation in a greenhouse, red tape be damned.

By Chris Dart Feb. 22nd, 12:15 pm

2 Comments

Comedian Kirsten Rasmussen Goes Solo

New to Toronto's comedy scene, Rasmussen is getting ready to show off her signature solo act.

By Chris Dart • Photo by Corbin SmithFeb. 20th, 3:00 pm

1 Comment

Local Artists Are Well Represented Amongst 2013 Juno Nominees

Rush, Metric, Billy Talent and The Weeknd all receive multiple nods.

By Chris Dart Feb. 19th, 1:00 pm

8 Comments

Wavelength Skips Its Awkward Phase

The Wavelength Festival may be a teenager, but this past weekend, it showed no signs of angst.

By Chris Dart • Photo by Corbin SmithFeb. 19th, 9:00 am

Special Notices