Episode 65: Tumbling Into Light

Presented by Diasporic Genius Productions, Tumbling Into Light is a music-centred, multidisciplinary performance that examines the journey through darkness.

Dec. 1-4
Enwave Theatre, Harbourfront Centre

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Episode 63: Rendezvous With Madness

The 19th annual Rendezvous with Madness Film Festival will present films, open discussions, installations and various performances; all of which address issues surrounding mental illness and addiction.

November 4-12
TIFF Bell Lightbox, CAMH & Workman Arts (651 Dufferin St.)

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Episode 60: Go Fly a Kite

WindFest is Toronto's largest kite festival. It will feature expert demonstrations and workshops for all ages. The festival also celebrates the joy of kite flying and promotes the benefits of wind power.

Sept. 17
12-5pm, 8-9pm
Woodbine Beach at Ashbridges Bay
Free Admission

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Episode 58: Passionate Playgoer (Part two)

Lynn Slotkin shares her thoughts on Toronto's theatre scene and the presence of social media.

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Episode 57: Passionate Playgoer (Part one)

Lynn Slotkin loves the stage! The Toronto theatre critic has reviewed many productions for several media outlets. She's also the publisher of The Slotkin Letter, a widely-read newsletter that covers Canadian and international theatre.

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Episode 56: CanCulture

Created by two GTA journalists, CanCulture is an online magazine that brings art and culture to Canadians. This new publication contains articles, features, comics, podcasts and much more.

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Episode 55: Mister Baxter

Inspired by real events, Mister Baxter is a contemporary drama that deals with sex, abuse, trauma and suicide. The play is part of this year's Fringe Festival and is presented by The Quickening Theatre; July 7-17, Theatre Passe Muraille (Mainspace).

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Episode 54: Bloom

Premiering at this year's Toronto Fringe Festival, Bloom focuses on the heroic and tragic death of real-life Canadian physicist Louis Slotin. The play - based on Michael Lista's poetry collection of the same name - is presented by Steam Powered Theatre; July 7-17, Bathurst Street Theatre.

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Episode 53: Youth Shorts

The 3rd annual Toronto Youth Shorts Film Festival will present films by young adult filmmakers from the GTA; June 19, Innis Town Hall.

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Episode 50: Fashion Schematics

Now in its sixth year, [FAT] - Toronto Alternative Arts & Fashion Week reinterprets the notion of clothing. This year's edition will feature 50 runway collections, musical performances and film screenings; April 26-29.

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Episode 48: Moving Images

The Images Festival is the largest festival in North America for experimental and independent media. This year's edition will feature 100 films, 28 installations and seven live performances; March 31-April 9.

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Episode 47: Cinefranco

Cinefranco is English Canada's largest celebration of international Francophone cinema. This year's festival will showcase 27 features, seven documentaries and ten shorts; March 25-April 3.

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Episode 44: Shakespeare In The City

Imagine the works of William Shakespeare being performed on Bay Street, in the middle of Union Station or on a random hospital floor.

The Spur-of-the-Moment Shakespeare Collective is a group of actors who strive to make the Bard more accessible.

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Episode 43: Neighbourhood Art

With the use of art, MABELLEarts brings together people from different backgrounds and creatively transforms the Mabelle community in Etobicoke.

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Episode 39: Indie Theatre Project

Thesp is a new initiative that will provide a number of services for Toronto's indie theatre scene. The organization's launch party, the Artist Emergency, will take place on Nov. 26 at the Lower Ossington Theatre.

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Episode 38: The Arts In Fusion

Founded in 2003, the Toronto Masque Theatre is dedicated to the revival of theatrical works from the 16th-18th centuries and the commissioning of new works from Canadian artists. Artistic Director Larry Beckwith explains what a "masque" is and previews TMT's upcoming season.

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Episode 32: Made In Your Neighborhood

Located at 939 Bloor Street West, the Freedom Clothing Collective is an eco-friendly store that supports local artists and designers. More than just a clothing store, this volunteer run cooperative has also hosted art shows, workshops and other community events since 2004.

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Episode 30: Late Night in the Bedroom

Late Night in The Bedroom is an online talk show that features local artists, musicians and cultural players. The program is recorded in front of a live audience at one of the many arts venues across Toronto. Host Carey Wass talks about Late Night in the Bedroom and the upcoming season finale on August 4.

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Episode 26: Silver Screens

The Silver Screens Arts Festival is a week-long event that celebrates the vibrancy, vitality and creativity of adults 50-plus; May 31-June 6.

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Episode 13: Theatre @ York

For more than 35 years, Theatre @ York has presented plays from a contemporary and classical repertoire. In addition, the production company features the talents of students from York University's Theatre Department. Professor Elizabeth Asselstine, the Chair of York's Theatre Department, previews the 2009-10 season.

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