ELLAmentary Red Sandcastle Theatre (922 Queen Street East) September 8–10, 8 p.m. $10 Is there a time that is filled with more melodrama, devastating heartbreak, mind-bursting joy, and excruciating social, emotional, and physical awkwardness than early adolescence? Or, a time with better fashion, TV, music, and games than the early 90′s? It’s no surprise that [...]

“Don’t let them tell you it can’t be done.” Jack Layton knew the meaning of the advice he gave in his last letter well, as many people said he didn’t have a chance during his first run for municipal office in 1982. He entered one of the most closely watched races that November, when political heavyweights were all but certain to nab the two seats up for grabs in Ward 6. The Star's candidate profile of Layton emphasized several issues that remained key concerns throughout his municipal and federal political career.

“The miracle of the Fringe,” wrote Now’s Jon Kaplan in his preview of the third edition of the festival in 1991, “is that with about two hours of technical rehearsal and only 30 minutes to set up, shows at the Fringe have offered countless surprises and first class productions to local audiences. It’s true grassroots theatre, ready to provide an opportunity for the development of challenging new pieces that cover all areas of performance.”

Every Saturday at noon, Historicist looks back at the events, places, and characters—good and bad—that have shaped Toronto into the city we know today. Two of the Metro Toronto Zoo’s herd of elephants, between 1975 and 1985. Photo by Ellis Wiley. City of Toronto Archives, Fonds 124, File 4, Item 0045. Dateline: August 1974. Richard [...]