Archive for 'Carly Maga'

Our Top Ten Plays of 2014

The funny, strange, and haunting shows that won us over this past year.

By Martin Morrow, Carly Maga and Steve Fisher Dec. 29th, 12:00 pm

2014 Hero: The Theatre Centre’s New Home

Nominated for: inspiring cultural institutions to put more life into live performances.

By Carly Maga • Illustration by Tonia CowanDec. 23rd, 12:52 pm

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2014 Hero: Steve Murray/Chip Zdarsky

Nominated for: ruling both the internet and the comics industry with cuteness and crassness.

By Carly Maga • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 23rd, 12:50 pm

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2014 Villain: Sam Sotiropoulos (@TrusteeSam)

Nominated for: spreading bigotry and hate while serving as a TDSB trustee.

By Carly Maga • Illustration by Brett LambDec. 23rd, 12:47 pm

Theatre for the Naughty and Nice

Toronto stages serve up festive fare for a wide variety of tastes this holiday season.

By Martin Morrow, Carly Maga and Steve Fisher Dec. 17th, 3:20 pm

Variety Shows to Put You in the Holiday Spirit

Here are a few ways to get your cheer on this holiday season.

By Steve Fisher and Carly Maga Dec. 12th, 1:45 pm

Get Your Booster Shots of Culture

Tapestry Opera's artistic director Michael Mori talks about marrying opera with food in the Distillery District.

By Carly Maga Nov. 13th, 12:30 pm

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Once-Abandoned Play All Our Happy Days Are Stupid Returns to the Stage

Sheila Heti's quirky indie hit will kick off World Stage's 2015 season at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre

By Carly Maga Oct. 21st, 10:30 am

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What We Loved (and Didn’t Love) at Nuit Blanche 2014

Some reflections on the highlights and lowlights of Saturday's all-night contemporary art party.

By Carly Maga Oct. 6th, 3:00 pm

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Nuit Blanche 2014: How to See the Art Through All Those People

Two programmers of Nuit Blanche talk about the real reason millions of people take to the street—the art.

By Carly Maga Oct. 3rd, 1:40 pm

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Making Pedestrians a Priority on John Street

The pedestrianization of John Street will end in October, but it will be back next year—and bolder than before.

By Carly Maga • Photos by Andrew LouisSep. 26th, 12:30 pm

So You Went to Fringe…

Here's why you should keep seeing theatre in Toronto all year round.

By Carly Maga Jul. 16th, 3:39 pm

The 2014 Dora Awards: Theatre’s Newest (and Biggest) Picnic

Toronto's annual theatre, dance, and opera awards got a refreshing venue change but kept their roots intact.

By Carly Maga Jun. 24th, 2:15 pm

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Meltdown at the Toronto Grilled Cheese Fest

Torontoist was at the now infamous foodie event after the cheese hit the grill, but before the shit hit the fan.

By Carly Maga • Photos by Corbin SmithMar. 3rd, 10:13 am

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The Urbane Explorer—Going Beyond Bessarion

The team responsible for Finding Bessarion is back, and bringing new explorations to YouTube and Bell Local.

By Carly Maga Jan. 14th, 11:00 am

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Which Toronto Pubs Have Fireplaces?

Wind chill got you down? Find refuge beside a fire at any of these fine drinking establishments.

By Carly Maga Jan. 7th, 10:30 am

2013 Villain: The Weather

Nominated for: ruining homes, belongings, holidays, and peace of mind.

By Carly Maga • Illustration by Brett LambDec. 31st, 4:53 am

It’s Yuletide at the Theatre

Don't let carollers have all the fun—go and see one of the many holiday performances on this month in Toronto.

By Carly Maga Dec. 10th, 1:00 pm