Archive for 'Laura Godfrey'

IFOA 2011: Daniel Clowes and the Merits of Quietude

The International Festival of Authors is in full swing, and Friday night, Daniel Clowes was crowned King of the Comic Nerds.

By Laura Godfrey Oct. 24th, 3:09 pm

It’s Alive! The Human Library Breathes Life Into an Age-Old Pastime

Remember when talking to people was still a thing? On November 5, the TPL wants you to check out a book with a mind of its own.

By Laura Godfrey • Photos by D.A. CooperOct. 21st, 12:00 pm

Ten Questions With: Silver Elvis

While performing on the streets, Toronto's ubiquitous busker Silver Elvis is a little less conversation, and a little more action. We caught up with the man between acts to talk about the virtue of patience and his historical inspiration (not who you might think)!

By Laura Godfrey • Illustration and layout by Chloe CushmanOct. 12th, 1:00 pm

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The Nerds Come to Meet at the Word on the Street

Break out your dayplanner, because the Super Bowl of literary events is almost here, with more panels than you can shake a Kindle at.

By Laura Godfrey Sep. 23rd, 10:00 am

Resistance is Futile at Babes in Space Burlesque

The art of the tease invades the Revival for an all-out Star Trek vs. Star Wars performance where clothing is the first casualty.

By Laura Godfrey • Photos by Corbin SmithAug. 30th, 10:00 am

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Cirque du Soleil’s Totem is Tops

Totem, written and directed by Quebecer Robert Lepage, does not disappoint. Click through for an incredible photo gallery from the show.

By Laura Godfrey • Photos by Christopher DrostAug. 18th, 1:00 pm

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Dyke March 2011: Bringing the Politics Back

By Laura Godfrey Jul. 4th, 9:00 am

Whedonmania Rises Up at the Underground

By Laura Godfrey Jun. 20th, 12:00 pm

Preaching the Gospel of Jeanette Winterson

By Laura Godfrey Jun. 19th, 3:00 pm

What to See at Luminato’s Closing Weekend

By Laura Godfrey • Photos by Corbin SmithJun. 17th, 9:00 am

A Magical Night Out at Luminato

By Laura Godfrey • Photos by Corbin SmithJun. 11th, 5:00 pm

What to See, Hear, and Do at Luminato 2011

By Laura Godfrey Jun. 6th, 3:15 pm

Graphic Novella The Next Day Takes on Suicide

By Laura Godfrey May. 4th, 2:15 pm

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With This Much Show Choir Drama, Who Needs TV?

By Laura Godfrey Apr. 11th, 9:00 am

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Show Choir Canada Lets Gleeful Students Square Off

By Laura Godfrey • Photo by Corbin SmithApr. 8th, 9:00 am