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John Michael McGrath @jm-mcgrath.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Except that in no way does it boggle the mind.

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crowstheatre.bsky.social @crowstheatre.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Following sold out performances and an increasing demand for tickets, MEASURE FOR MEASURE has been extended for the second time through to October 18. MEASURE FOR MEASURE 🗓️ EXTENDED UNTIL OCTOBER 18 🎟️ Ticket link in bio

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NY Times Pitchbot @nytpitchbot.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

My kids have measles, I can't afford gas or steak, I can't get a mortgage, and I have explosive diarrhea from a parasite that the CDC no longer monitors. But at least now there are signs outside the Smithsonian accusing the curators of political bias.

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Jamie Bradburn @jbcurio.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

ICYMI here's my latest Bluesky walk. I do these for several reasons. 1) Exercise. 2) Staying in touch with the city around me. 3) Trying to stay (mostly) positive in an age where politicians dump on Toronto/make it appear worse than it is. 4) Keep my sense of curiosity and discovery active.

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Shawn Micallef @shawnmicallef.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Oh my friend got a vid. Chug Chug Chug. Those engines. Iggy Pop raw power.

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Tabatha Southey🇨🇦 @tabathasouthey.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The surprise Lancaster at the Toronto Air Show.

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aisling murphy @aislingmurph.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

A follow-up to the situation at Randolph College: A restraining order has been issued to the school, ordering it to cease operations as a career college. For @theglobeandmail.com: www.theglobeandmail.com/culture/arti...

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Randolph College for the Performing Arts ordered to cease operations

A restraining order was issued against the school by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, ordering it to cease operations

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aisling murphy @aislingmurph.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I moved to Canada a decade ago. For @theglobeandmail.com, I wrote about the ten plays and musicals that made me understand what it means to live in this country – and, in my case, to stay here. www.theglobeandmail.com/culture/stag...

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I left the U.S. for Canada a decade ago. These plays and musicals taught me what it means to be Canadian

These works made me fall in love with the Great White North

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Glenn Sumi @glennsumi.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

If anyone can get the Factory Theatre back on its feet (creatively, economically, physically), it’s Kevin Matthew Wong. I spoke with the new A.D. (and toured the venue) last week for @torontolifemag.bsky.social. He was refreshingly frank about the challenges. torontolife.com/culture/kevi...

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“There are about five leaks that I’m addressing immediately”: Factory Theatre’s artistic director Kevin Matthew Wong has a huge job ahead of him - Toronto Life

The storied theatre company is going through a financial crisis, a building crisis and an identity crisis. Thankfully, the new boss loves a challenge

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Comfortably Numb @numb.comfortab.ly · 03/09/2026

That was response to

Another coyote just went viral in SoCal for being the first known coyote to capture a roadrunner. How does that make you feel?

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Craig Harrington @craigipedia.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Turning bike lanes into car lanes is one of the worst uses of tax dollars imaginable.

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

(Cdn) Corbin Smith has been a mensch in #Toronto music/comedy/ #TheaTO scenes for 20+ years: photog, journo, supporter, volunteer, etc. A chaotic series of events -TBI, unjust firing during a work trip, baseless countersuit- could bankrupt him if he can't pay legal fees. Pls donate/share. #CdnCult

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Donate to Emergency & critical legal support for Corbin, organized by Corbin Smith

Emergency situation: For critical legal fees, I need to come up with AT LEA… Corbin Smith needs your support for Emergency & critical legal support for Corbin

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Mark Shaw 🇨🇦✌️🇪🇺 @markshawtoronto.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

It’s actually genuinely so nice @mayoroliviachow.ca came out to our bike lane rally in Toronto. The city isn’t real constitutionally but at least you know the mayor is as pissed as the rest of us.

Mayor of Toronto Olivia Chow’s Instagram.

She’s on a bike with white flowers on it waving to cyclists go by

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Digital Brain @yourdigitalbrain.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

"Slammed" Volkswagen Beetle: the classic German with a lowered suspension

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Competing tonight in this Spelling Bee benefiting #TheaTO company Riot King's upcoming fall show, RADIANT VERMIN. Call me "Clean Copy," b/c I always trounce spellcheck...

Yellow poster with black lettering, with a bee drinking beer in the centre, advertising Riot King Presents BUZZ Spelling Bee + Party; advance $15 - door $20 - spellers $25; August 24 doors @ 6pm; Room 123 (123 Niagara St.

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Matt Blair @mjmbca.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I’m going to flip the usual complaint on its head and say that if you’re an American who’s been making an effort to understand the Canadian perspective, thank you. I know it’s not often easy. There’s going to be a lot of emotion in your feed this weekend. Good luck and thanks.

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Sabocat @beedut.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

🧵 My Zanzibar story: In University I got stuck in Toronto without enough money for a bus home. My TO friend's brother was head bouncer and he thought I could get a day job there to earn the cash. His brother said yes but I had to work as a bouncer. I am not big but I was desperate so ya.

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Gr8 profile of 4 #CdnCult shows at @edinburghfringe.bsky.social by @intermissionmag.bsky.social 's L. Donovan: @snieckus.bsky.social & @mattbaram.bsky.social 's BIG STUFF, A. Luján & V. Hortigüela's MONKS, S.E. Grummett & S. Kruger's THE CREEPY BOYS, & B. Farkas & S. Jean's SHE/THEY. #TheaTO

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

RIP to a Canadian broadcasting icon. Hope wherever he is, he's sipping champagne & listening to country music & jazz.

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Champagne Lloyd Robertson

YouTube video by Run With the Kittens

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Water Cooler Dictator @dadloop.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Amazon Prime replacing the CBC is beyond gross.

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Norm Wilner @normwilner.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Last RT: Blood donations are down in Canada, too, so if you're able to help out I know it would be greatly appreciated. The need is real, the pretzels are free.

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Sam Adams @samadams.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

obviously Facebook is a cesspool but it is still good for things like connecting you with other people who were there that time Bikini Kill played a warehouse in Philadelphia and they made everyone stop jumping and sit down so the floor didn’t collapse

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Ramin Nasibov @nasibov.me · 22/07/2026

Millennials have been chasing this high for decades

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Schooley @schooley.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

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Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Imagine if your head of state was less shameless than the Salt Bae guy

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Oliver Moore @oliver-moore.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Get off the water, Toronto

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tapeworthy @tapeworthy.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

omg they released the first art for Kat Sandler's Yaga! (that new Hudson Williams and Noah Reid and Carrie-Anne Moss show! And Kat Sandler with a show based on her play!!!)

Crave Original Yaga: A Witch Hunt with Carrie-Anne Moss, Noah Reid, Clark Backo, and Hudson Williams.
Coming soon.

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Simon Pegg @simonpegg.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

I've just seen about 40 kids sneak into watch 'The Odyssey' without paying by hiding in a giant wooden coat.

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scott dagostino @scottdagostino.ca · 18/07/2026

The success of Angine de Poitrine is delightful. Unable to upset their parents with sex, drugs or rock ‘n’ roll, the Kids Today are doing it with atonal “math rock” 😃👍🏼

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Angine de Poitrine - Sherpa (Live), Toronto 2026

YouTube video by 80s Concert Guy (80s to current)

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WIRED @wired.com · 17/07/2026

Yesterday, WIRED learned that Madison Square Garden was suing us for our accurate reporting. We stand by our work. That’s why we’re removing the paywall from two of the MSG stories they don’t want you to read, making them free for everyone.

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Ilana Lucas @ilanalucas.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

UPDATE: Tonight's show has been cancelled. Thank you to Canadian Stage for making a responsible decision for the actors and audience. #theatre #theaTO

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

My post- #FringeTO '26 wrap-up thread begins here! ICYMI, here's my @toronto-fringe.bsky.social review thread, where I wrote about each of the 41 shows I saw: . In THIS thread, I'll alternate w/ points of praise & concern re: the festival itself, followed by personal fav shout-outs (S-Os). #TheaTO

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Derrick Chua @derrick-chua.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Saddened by the sudden passing of Stephen Flett, particularly at this Toronto Fringe time. He performed in more Fringe then anyone I can think of - about 25 incl last year Thunderor. His bio reads “Actor in Fringe, community and other indie theatre.” Rest in peace Stephen - this Fringe is for you.

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Miguel Sternberg / Spooky Squid Games @spookysquid.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Russian Subway Dogs is playable on a @thehandeyesociety.bsky.social Torontron arcade cabinet for Toronto Fringe! Find it at the Festival Hub Community Lounge in SoulPepper Theater (50 Tank House Lane) till July 12th! I'll be there for the Games Night event tomorrow (July 7th) 4-7pm! #Fringeto

A black tabletop arcade cabinet with the words TORONTRON written on the marquee in rainbow pixel letters. The game Russian Subway Dogs can be seen on the screen. Behind the cabinet is a curtain of rainbow metal streamers.

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Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

well that was quick

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Brian Paisley, who founded the 1st Canadian Fringe Festival in Edmonton, & co-founded most of the Cdn Fringes (including @toronto-fringe.bsky.social), passed away in hospital in Mexico on July 2nd. His family has set up a page for remembrances & condolences: padlet.com/erinnepaisle... #CdnCult

ctvnews.ca

Canadian theatre festival founder in Mexican ICU as family seeks help with costs

The family of a Canadian theatre producer who helped establish fringe festivals across the country is appealing for financial help as he recovers from pneumonia in a Mexican hospital.

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tapeworthy @tapeworthy.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

RBC has some shady ass dealings, and this seemed to be quite late in the game for them to point out, but well played RBC! (Now if only you'll sponsor more theatre in Canada and not just in the UK?!)

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Joshua Hind @joshuahind.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Great thread with all the news you need on Sneaky Dee’s reprieve. Discussion in the replies about how this happened is also worth your time.

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Michael Mitchell @michaelmitchell.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Bryan Adams' new song, 51st State, released yesterday on Canada Day. I'm curious to see if Trump will waste any energy insulting Adams over this. youtu.be/LyyFIbaU45w?...

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Bryan Adams - '51st State' (Official Lyric Video)

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

It begins! (My #FringeTO thread.) Starting 01 July, I'll post capsule reviews of shows I see here. Also, @toronto-fringe.bsky.social has posted hours for the Distillery Hub! Shut down = midnight or 00:30, save for Canada Day (21:30). (@factorytheatre.bsky.social's patio last call = 22:45.)

- THE ATRIUM
SOULPEPPER THEATRE. 50 TANK HOUSE LANE (INDOORS)
• Open everyday 'til late • Grab a seat and hear the buzz as shows let out from the four theatres inside the building Soulpepper Cafe has great food for snacks between shows, late-night bites, and full range of drinks • Blissful air conditioning!
STAGE DOOR CAFE HOURS
• June 30: 1pm-12am • July 1: 12pm-9:30pm July 2: 12pm-12am July 3: 12pm-12:30am July 4: 10am-12:30am July 5: 10am-12am . July 6: 12pm-12am July 7: 12pm-12am . July 8: 12pm-12am July 9: 12pm-12am July 10: 12pm-12:30am July 11: 10am-12:30am July 12: 10am-11:30pm

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Steve Fisher, BFA, CD (he/him) @gracingthestage.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

1 week out from @toronto-fringe.bsky.social . 1st week=booked. I'll thread capsule reviews here. There's 12+ more #FringeTO shows I plan to see week 2; I'll add more as word of mouth spreads. I'm off work 'til mid-July; may see 35+ shows for the 1st time since 2019. #TheaTO

A pic of a calendar displaying entries for Tuesday 30 Jun - Sunday 05 Jul 2026.

TUES

$20 Sandwich Ruins...
5- 6pm, Factory Theatre

St. Vincent w/ the TSO
8- 10pm
Roy Thompson Hall

WED

Keith A's birthday BBQ
2- 6pm

Raised By Women (Kieth B's reading)
7:30- 9pm
Coal Mine Theatre

THURS

DADS
2:15- 3:15pm, VideoCabaret

CUSP
4- 5pm, Young Centre for The Performing Arts

Criticism Catch-Up (Fringe panel)
5- 6:30pm
Old Flame Brewing Co.

Ooga Chaka
6:15- 7:15pm, Young Centre For The Performing Arts

A Comedy Show
8:45- 9:45pm, Factory Theatre

FRI

CAMP!
12:30- 2pm, Young Centre

The First Vampire
3- 4pm, Young Centre

Evie & Alfie
4:45- 5:45pm, Young Centre

Little One
8- 9pm, Puppy Sphere, The Burroughs Building

Every Fringe Show...
9:45- 10:45pm, Alumnae Theate

SAT

RPF VS. COMEDY BAR (softball)
1- 2:30pm, MacGregor Playground

LADIES' DAY
4:30- 5:30pm, VideoCabaret

Imagined Love
4:15- 5:15pm, Sweet Action Teatre

Mirv -ish
6:30pm, Factory Theatre

Galen's Grocer: the Musical
Theatre Passe Muraille, 9:45pm

SUN

The Wounds of Love...
1- 2pm, Theatre Passe Muraille

Imagined Love
4:15- 5:15pm, Sweet Action Theatre

2 Man No-Show: BALL'S OUT!
6- 7pm, Sweet Action Theatre

You Choose: An Improvised...,
8- 9pm, Tarragon Theatre

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aisling murphy @aislingmurph.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Some wild snubs in this year's Dora Award nominations: Nothing for CHILD-ish? A Doll's House? The Veil?! #theaTO My column is online now @theglobeandmail.com: www.theglobeandmail.com/culture/stag...

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Surprises, snubs and more snubs from this year’s confounding Dora Award nominations

A shocking number of shows were overlooked by Dora jurors, with nominations instead for unexpected picks

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