By Ron Johnson
The CAA Theatre in Toronto is set to host a production of the iconic Tom Stoppard play Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead, a modern comedic masterpiece that reimagines a side story from Shakespeare’s masterwork Hamlet. What makes this production truly intriguing is the casting of Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan (Merry), known for their roles as … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Those of a certain vintage remember the Toronto band Big Sugar. A sonic assault heavy on blues-rock riffs and fronted by the über-cool Gordie Johnson. He of the Hugo Boss-ad looks, hard rockin’ swagger, and a band so loud they could make ears ring for days. Now, it seems Canadian music fans are not the only … Continued
If the winter blues are hitting you hard, you might be looking forward to spending a long weekend with your partners, kids, parents, friends and whomever else you count as family. Whether you’re looking for something to do with your toddler or with your teens, there are plenty of family-friendly events and activities to do … Continued
Whether it’s through her regular Cityline segment, her Sex with Dr. Jess podcast or her speaking appearances around the world, Toronto relationship expert (and former Post City columnist) Jess O’Reilly has been helping couples for decades. Now she gives us the scoop on the secret to marital success with husband Brandon Ware. How they met … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A new season of OG reality-TV series Survivor is set to premiere later this month, and with it the opportunity for local viewers to cheer on Toronto resident Venus Vafa. Vafa, who grew up in Richmond Hill and attended Bayview Secondary School, is looking to follow in the footsteps of Survivor season 41 champion Erika … Continued
As an intimacy expert on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle, a love specialist on her podcast Lovers and Friends and an author of the definitive guide to relationships Game of Love, Toronto’s Shan Boodram knows what she’s talking about when it comes to love. Ahead of the holiday of romance, she’s giving us her best … Continued
Sangita Patel is Streets of Toronto’s new advice columnist and was previously an entertainment reporter with ET Canada. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two daughters. Dear Sangita: My kid got Taylor Swift tickets, but now she wants to ditch her friends and sell them for a huge profit. Should I let … Continued
Getting into a winter slump? The best way to shake up the season and get yourself out of hibernation is a new experience in the city — and the Canadian Opera Company (COC) is making that easy! The opera is a cultural experience that anyone can enjoy, and there’s an extra perk for those under … Continued
With Valentine’s Day coming up, here’s a look at the romantic behind-the-scenes of some of Toronto’s power couples, from prom first dates to onstage kisses. Roger Mooking and wife Leslie’s wedding Roger: We were married in Castara Tobago in the finest elopement in history. We looked out on the ocean on the edge of a … Continued
February is the season of love, and while there are plenty of ways to celebrate, that might not be for everyone. If you’d prefer to avoid Cupid’s arrow this Valentine’s Day, Toronto has an event for that. From an emo music event to fight the V-Day blues to a comedy event where you can dump … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The warm weather as a result of unique weather systems and impacted by the climate crisis is changing a lot of things, and one of them is that maple syrup sap is running earlier than ever before, at least according to one local farmer. Derek Elliott runs the Elliott Tree Farm near Hillsburgh, ON about … Continued
A new vintage clothing and home goods store has opened in the secondhand haven that is Kensington Market, and it’s a bohemian time portal to a ’70s marketplace, complete with 28 local vendors. At Boho Chachkies, you can find everything from clothes to plants, home decor, jewelry, books and handmade goods. Joy Zubair, the owner of … Continued
