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‘What the hell do I do with all these puppets?’: Inside the wonderful world of Ronnie Burkett

“More than a few people said to me, ‘so this is your last show’,” says the legendary puppeteer ahead of his production of Wonderful Joe at TO Live. “Trust me, I never said this is my last show. I think that’s maybe a bit of ageism, or wishful thinking.”

REVIEW: The Anger in Ernest and Ernestine simmers just below the surface

While the show certainly induces laughter, some of its strong design elements paint the actors into a corner, at times making the comedy feel a touch manufactured.

REVIEW: Samca is a disturbing, unique production that explores folklore and womanhood

The feminist folklore play, written by and starring Natalia Bushnik and Kathleen Welch, is an engrossing and sometimes frightening experience, perfect to kick off the scary season.

REVIEW: King James interrogates hometown pride and fandom 

LeBron James’ checkered legacy looms large over the events of King James, sensitively written by American playwright Rajiv Joseph and now playing in a stylish production at Theatre Aquarius.

Toronto Fringe unveils 2024 Next Stage programming

The Toronto Fringe has announced the lineup for the 17th annual Next Stage Theatre Festival, running at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre from October 16 to 27.

REVIEW: Welcome home, Come From Away

On the surface, not much has changed in Irene Sankoff and David Hein’s Tony Award-winning masterwork. But in the two and a half years since Come From Away’s last stint on King Street West, the show has continued to mature, and even improve — the production now playing at the Royal Alexandra Theatre is just stunning.

The Scientist and the Artist: Conversations with Eugenia Kumacheva and Fiona Reid

Two women at the top of their respective fields have faced surprisingly similar obstacles over the course of their seemingly different careers.

Mad Kitchen: Marjorie Chan’s (Microwaved) Home-Steamed Fish

“Early on, I decided, ‘Marjorie, don’t get miserable with food.’ Even if you’re feeling poor, if you need to eat, and you’re out, and you haven’t had time to prep or whatever, just eat.”

Mad Kitchen: Owais Lightwala’s Haleem

“I’m more interested in the serving of things than the making. My role isn’t to have the recipes, or to be the chef. My role is to take care of the chef.”

Mad Kitchen: Catherine Hernandez’s Embutido

“I love spam,” says Catherine Hernandez.

Mad Kitchen: Jovanni Sy’s Rellenong Bangus, via Derek Chan

Thankfully, Hong Kong–born and Vancouver-based Chan was (and still is) a capable home cook.

Mad Kitchen: Remington North’s BBQ-Style Wet/Dry Ribs

“Ribs kind of hold a near and dear place to my heart, which is comic because ribs are near and dear to everyone’s hearts.”