Chorus Line Documentary to Have Premiere at Toronto Film Festival
by BWW News Desk

(Sep. 6 7:00 AM) - The documentary film "Every Little Step" will be premiering at the Toronto Film Festival on September 6th at 4:30PM, September 8th at 12:30 PM and September 13th at 9AM.

Mirvish closes deal to buy Canon, Panasonic
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Aug. 29 11:49 PM) - Mirvish seals deal to buy the Canon (formerly Pantages) theatre and the Panasonic built on the site of the former New Yorker Theatre, just days after judge quashes DanCap's bid to block the sale.

Review 'A Streetcar Named Desire'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Aug. 29 11:56 AM) - Beautifully intimate staging of Tennessee Williams' classic drama is rewarding in so many ways. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)

Chorus Line Documentary to Have Premiere at Toronto Film Festival
by BWW News Desk

(Aug. 26 3:06 PM) - The documentary film "Every Little Step" will be premiering at the Toronto Film Festival on September 6th at 4:30PM, September 8th at 12:30 PM and September 13th at 9AM.

Review: 'Jersey Boys' in Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Aug. 26 2:10 PM) - Dancap's production of the 2006 Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys is already a smash hit in Toronto. The production more than lives up to the advance hype. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)

Key Brand Sells Canon and Panasonic Theater to Mirvish Productions
by BWW News Desk

(Aug. 26 12:26 PM) - Key Brand Entertainment CEO John Gore announced today the sale of two major Toronto theatres to Mirvish Productions: the 2,300-seat Canon Theatre and the 700-seat Panasonic Theatre.

'Jersey Boys' Extends In Toronto Until 11/9
by BWW News Desk

(Aug. 25 2:24 PM) - Due to popular demand, Dodger Theatricals and Dancap Productions Inc., announce additional Toronto performances for the smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS, now playing at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street) through November 9, 2008.

Civic Light Opera Company to Present FANTASTICKS in Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Aug. 24 10:36 AM) - The Civic Light Opere Company proudly presents The Fantasticks for a 3-week run at Fairview Library Theatre.

Remain in Light, a New Theater Company Launches Summer Season in Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Aug. 16 11:32 AM) - Bold new theater company Remain in Light is set to showcase their range by mounting two edgy new interpretations of familiar shows, designed to capture the audience's imagination.

'Jersey Boys' Announces Toronto Casting
by BWW News Desk

(Aug. 6 11:45 AM) - Casting has been announced for the Toronto engagement of JERSEY BOYS, playing the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street north of Sheppard Avenue) beginning August 21, 2008.

'Hamlet' musical set to rock Toronto...again!
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Jul. 23 9:28 AM) - This famous, or infamous, rock musical by Cliff Jones will be presented as a staged concert for three exclusive performances in Toronto on July 25-26 at the Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts.

Canadian Stage Company Issues Call for Directors
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Jul. 16 1:57 PM) - Canadian Stage Company initiative offers chance to helm 2009 CanStage TD Dream in High Park

'We Will Rock You' resumes performances in Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Jul. 16 12:57 PM) - WE WILL ROCK YOU READY TO ROCK THE STATE-OF-THE-ART PANASONIC THEATRE PERFORMANCES BEGIN JULY 16, 2008

Dora Award Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk

(Jul. 1 5:09 PM) - The 29th Annual Dora Awards were handed out at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto. Winners are starred.

Review: 'FOOTLOOSE'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Jun. 10 5:23 PM) - A new theatre company debuts in Toronto with a livele production of FOOTLOOSE. Though the show itself will never rank as a classic, it is entertaining. * * * 1/2 (OUT OF 5)

Review: Civic Light Opera's 'Kismet'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Jun. 5 5:53 PM) - Civic Light Opera wraps up their season with a production of KISMET that is fast, funny and beautifully sung. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)

Review : 'Beau Jest'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 15 3:42 PM) - Delightful comedy Beau Jest is expertly performed by members of Encore Entertainment. * * * * (OUT OF 5)

This week on FRONT ROW CENTRE
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 15 3:41 PM) - Starting this Sunday FRONT ROW CENTRE moves to a new, higher profile time slot.

Review: 'My Fair Lady'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 15 3:41 PM) - A dazzling new production of Lerner and Loewe's Broadway classic relights the long dark main stage at Toronto Centre for the Arts. * * * * * (OUT OF 5)

Review: 'An Italian Straw Hat'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 15 3:40 PM) - Stage Centre Productions offers a lively, entertaining staging of the popular French farce. * * * 1/2 (OUT OF 5)

Review: 'Canadian Explosion'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 15 3:40 PM) - Stage West's latest revue celebrates Canadian pop music from 1956 to the present. The energetic cast and the slick production values make for a highly enjoyable evening. * * * * (OUT OF 5)

Dancap Files Lawsuit Against Key Brand & Mirvish
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(May. 8 5:26 PM) - Dancap Files Lawsuit Against Key Brand Entertainment and Ed Mirvish Enterprises -Seeks injunction to prevent sale of Canon and Panasonic Theatres and related agreements

PROUD-FM to carry FRONT ROW CENTRE radio program
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Apr. 25 11:25 AM) - Broadway's back on the radio as PROUD-FM picks up FRONT ROW CENTRE!

Encore Entertainment presents the comedy "Beau Jest"
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Apr. 25 11:25 AM) - Encore Entertainment presents James Sherman's popular comedy, Beau Jest, at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (Studio Theatre), April 24 to May 4, 2008.

'My Fair Lady' to play Toronto May 8 to 31
by Mark Andrew Lawrence

(Apr. 17 11:51 AM) - Dancap Productions Inc. is pleased to present the Cameron Mackintosh / The National Theatre of Great Britain’s Award-Winning West End Production of Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady.