What could possibly urge people to deny experts, doctors, and researchers at the risk of their own life — and the lives of their children? These thoughts swirled through my brain as I entered Coal Mine Theatre to watch the compelling piece of art that is Eureka Day.
By Melissa Avalos /Feb 11, 2026
iPhoto caption: Pictured (L to R): Jake Epstein as Frank, Isabella Esler as Alice. Photo by Michael Cooper.
With joy, talent, and a knockout piece of writing, Epstein’s made the glorious Royal Alex feel new again, a feat even greater than surviving a run of Spider-Man: Turn off the Dark.
Artists appearing in TO Live’s Best of Fringe discuss the challenges and charms of their Fringe run, reflect on the genesis of their work, and contemplate what’s next.