Culture
How Toronto's viral picnic organizers became matchmakers at Veld Music Festival
Winnie Chen, Nina Guo, and Harrison Wong are ditching dating apps to bring people together in person — first at a 1,000-person potluck,...
Dream in High Park hosts Queer Night of Twelfth Night with drag opener Hollywood Jade
Shakespeare's gender-bending comedy gets a special Pride performance Friday at Toronto's longest-running outdoor theatre event, drawing...
McMichael Canadian Art Collection closes July 26 for three-year redevelopment
The Kleinburg gallery will undergo its first major renovation in 40+ years, adding exhibition space and modernizing facilities. Reopens in 2029.
Toronto Tempo centre Temi Fagbenle set to star in Hollywood adaptation of African fantasy novel
The six-foot-five WNBA player has a supporting role in an upcoming adventure film starring Viola Davis, Cynthia Erivo, and Idris Elba....
Sarah Polley's Bell Jar film adaptation filming in Toronto with Billie Eilish starring
The cinematic debut of pop artist Billie Eilish in the lead role of Esther Greenwood has been in production since late June, with recent...
The Outsiders musical brings dark, cinematic coming-of-age story to Princess of Wales Theatre
The Tony Award-winning Broadway production runs through July 26, featuring real rain effects and a cast of young actors who sing...
Black Rabbit Gallery opens in Regent Park as creative incubator for emerging artists
Founded by artist Benny Bing, the gallery opens Saturday with an inaugural exhibition exploring how artists can build sustainable...
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair returns to Nathan Phillips Square this weekend with 370 artists
The city's longest-running contemporary art fair runs July 10–12 and has helped launch the careers of over 20,000 artists in 65 years.
Polaris Music Prize shortlist features Peaches, Tanya Tagaq competing for $30,000
Canada's most prestigious music award will crown its winner at Toronto's Massey Hall on September 22, with 10 albums in contention.
Toronto songwriter Zale wins Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Breakthrough Award
Zale receives $7,500 and a customized career development plan from TikTok. He'll be honoured Sept. 26 at Massey Hall alongside legacy...
Michelle DuBarry, Toronto drag legend and Guinness World Record holder, dies at 94
The First Lady of Toronto Drag, who performed into her 80s and appeared on Canada's Drag Race, passed away July 1, leaving a legacy...
Canadian fashion icon Marilyn Brooks dies at 93 after pioneering mod style in Toronto
Brooks, who opened The Unicorn boutique in the 1960s, was recognized with the Order of Canada in 2022 for her contributions to fashion retail.
