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231. Masala! Mehndi! Masti!

August 19, 2011

Celebrate South Asian culture with Masala! Mehndi! Masti! today at the Harbourfront Centre! Showcasing the vibrant and diverse cultures of this global hot spot, feature presentations include music by Devis n’ Divas, dancing by GhuMMo, and showings of MMMovies. The World Cafe will be open today from 6pm to 12am, giving you the chance to savor the tastes of South Asia. Sample butter chicken, samosas, vegetable curry and more!

Masala! Mehndi! Masti! starts today and continues until August 21st. For more information, go to the Harbourfront’s website.

 

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230. Exit the King

August 18, 2011

Referred to as “Eugène Ionesco’s absurdist masterpiece,” Exit the King tells the story of King Berenger the First’s effort to “will his death away.” Told by one of his two wives that he will “die at the end of the play,” Berenger exemplifies an accomplished man who fears death with the “arrogant sense that the world could not exist if he were no longer alive.”

Exit the King

Tonight’s performance of Exit the King begins at 7:30pm at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. Tickets range from $31.65 (for students) to $67.81 (for adults). To purchase tickets, visit Soulpepper Theatre Company’s website.

 

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229. Come Fly Away

August 17, 2011

The New York Times has celebrated Come Fly Away as “Spectacular and dazzling – A major new work with brilliant performers.” Find out what all the excitement is about tonight at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, when Frank Sinatra’s legendary music will provide the score for the choreography genius of Twyla Tharp.

Come Fly Away

Come Fly Away tells the story of four couples “falling in and out of love at a swinging nightclub on a star-lit evening.” A 14-piece big band will present Sinatra classics such as “Summer Wind,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” “My Way,” “Theme from New York, New York” and “I’ve got the World on a String.” By special arrangement, Come Fly Away features original recorded masters of Frank Sinatra’s timeless voice, and includes newly discovered vocal performances from the Sinatra archives!

Tickets for this afternoon’s 2:00pm matinee of Come Fly Away range from $42 to $140; tickets for this evening’s 7:30pm performance range from $42 to $180. Come Fly Away will be showing in Toronto until August 28th; for more showtimes, go to www.dancaptickets.com/pages/cfa.

 

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228. Drop-in Yoga Class (Prep)

August 16, 2011

So you’ve finally decided to get in on the yoga trend. Where to begin? How about starting at the downtown Downward Dog Yoga Centre?! Today’s “prep” class is perfect for those just learning the basics of yoga. You’l learn classic postures at a slower pace with more attention to detail, allowing you to build your confidence in your practice. This class is a great way to discover whether yoga is for you, without having to commit to several weeks of classes, as you can “drop-in” for $20. If you decide you want to continue at Downward Dog, on your first visit you can enjoy 1-week of unlimited classes for $20 – the price of your first class – so you’ll have the opportunity to look into other classes!

Drop-in Yoga Class

Tonight’s “prep” class starts at 7:15pm; Downward Dog Yoga Centre is located at 735 Queen Street West, on the 2nd floor. If you can’t make it to tonight’s session, prep classes are also held on Wednesdays at 5:30pm, Thursdays at 7:15pm and Saturdays at 10:00am. For more information go to www.downwarddog.com.

 

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227. CNE HorseCapades

August 15, 2011

Get your CNE started early with the CNE HorseCapades! From August 2nd until September 5th, you can ride, pet and feed horses, meet a mare and foal, learn about grooming and shoeing, take a wagon ride, learn all about the life of a racehorse, and discover how a horse thinks, acts and reacts! Horse-lovers young (and young at heart) will enjoy the opportunity to get to know the equine stars of the CNE. As part of your HorseCapades afternoon, you can also watch professional horse competitions in Ricoh Coliseum.

CNEHorseCapades

Admission to HorseCapades and to the Horse Show is free prior to the start of the CNE;   from August 19th until September 15th, these events are free with admission to the CNE. HorseCapades takes place from 11am until 2pm each day at the Horse Palace. Go to www.theex.com to learn more about this event and all of the festivities before and during the Canadian National Exhibition!

 

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226. Fortune Cooking Food Festival

August 14, 2011

Hosted by the Harbourfront Centre, the Fortune Cooking Festival features Pan-Asian cuisine and its influence in the cooking of the world! In addition to learning how the flavours of Asia have infiltrated the tastes of dishes across the planet, you’ll have the opportunity to discover how Asian culture has influenced the West. Learn the ways in which Korean cooking has transformed the restaurant culture of Los Angeles; discover how Asian street food has inspired street food in Toronto; find out about how Japanese manga has affected graphic novels across the world; discover how Thai and Korean filmmakers have changed filmography throughout all of Asia. You’ll learn about the cultural “hot spots” of Pan-Asia, and even have the opportunity to witness a Fortune Cooking Iron Chef Competition!

Fortune Cooking Food Festival

What would the Fortune Cooking Food Festival be without delicious Pan-Asian food to sample? Check out the World Cafe today for Thai green curry, eggplant and tofu stir fry; dumplings, spring rolls and fishballs; beef noodle soup and more!

Today is the final day of the Fortune Cooking Food Festival. Admission is free; for more information go to www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

 

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225. Conscious Food Festival

August 13, 2011

Local, sustainable food isn’t simply a trend; it’s a way of life! Whether you’ve long been a subscriber to the local food movement, or whether you are just learning about how you can eat “greener,” the Conscious Food Festival is an excellent opportunity for you to celebrate “conscious food” at Fort York National Historic Site!

Conscious Food Festival

The Conscious Food Festival brings together Torontonians and our rural neighbours in an effort to highlight the connection between our food and the environment. You’ll have the opportunity to taste fantastic local eats, learn from chefs and farmers, enjoy live music, take part in open forums and conscious debates, participate in interactive exhibits, check out seminars on food values and social justice, and more! You are also welcome to bring your own grocery bag so that you can do your own shopping – the Festival features vendors that will sell retail food products, produce, wine, beer, and much more.

The festival starts at 11am and continues until 8pm today; tickets are $20 at the gate. For more information, go to www.consciousfoodfestival.ca! Be sure to bring your appetite!

 

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224. SummerWorks Theatre Festival

August 12, 2011

The largest juried festival in Canada featuring mostly new Canadian plays, SummerWorks prides itself in bringing Toronto “the most provocative and powerful theatre in the country.” Today’s schedules includes 29 plays, installations and more, showing at over a dozen venues.

SummerWorks

In addition to the Theatre Festival, the SummerWorks Music Series will be an excellent opportunity to enjoy the work of local performing artists. Including some of Canada’s best musicians from just about every genre, this Indie Theatre and Arts Festival features something for everyone!

The SummerWorks Festival takes place from August 4th to 14th; tickets are $10 per performance (including the SummerWorks Music Series) and can be purchased at the Arts Box Office (located at Theatre Passe Muraille, at 16 Ryerson Avenue) or by phone. Music Series tickets can also be purchased from Rotate This and Soundscapes.

 

 

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223. Open Roof Festival

August 11, 2011

In support of Toronto’s independent film community, the Open Roof Festival is “more than just a night at the movies.” With refreshments, a local band, and a feature indie film, this Festival is an outdoor summer party experience!

Open Roof Festival

Tonight’s party presents Scarborough band Locomotive 8, with a feature showing of Conan O’Brien Can’t Stop. Co-presented by Hot Docs, this film promises not to disappoint!

The Open Roof Festival is held in the parking lot of Amsterdam Brewery at 21 Bathurst Street. You can purchase tickets onsite (cash only) – even if the website (www.openrooffestival.com) says that the event is sold out, a block of tickets will be reserved at the door. Doors open at 7:30pm tonight; the band plays at 8pm and the film begins at 9pm.

 

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222. CSI: Live! A Live Interactive Performance

August 10, 2011

If you’re a CSI fan, you’ll love this – CSI: Live! A Live Interactive Performance! Taking place at the Ontario Science Centre, audience members become a part of a special investigation, taking the roles of witnesses, suspects and CSI recruits. By using forensic evidence such as the analysis of mysterious gases, launching projectiles into a target or firing a laser beam, CSI recruits will help solve the crime before it’s too late!

CSI: Live! A Live Interactive Performance

CSI: Live! A Live Interactive Performance is recommended for ages 8 and older. Performances…um…crime-solving will take place daily at 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm, and 4:00pm. This interactive experience is free with general admission to the Ontario Science Centre. For more information, visit www.ontariosciencecentre.ca.