The more I write for Jano Lapin, the more I discover the amazing depth of the Montreal arts scene. Actually, if you look only a little bit below the surface of what you think you know, there appears a colorful world chock-full of talent and creativity in places you would not expect. For example, I recently discovered Dramatis Personae (a.k.a. the Westmount Community Theatre). As … Continue reading Dramatis Personae Presents Quirky Game Show Play
You know that feeling when all you want to do is go for a sunny stroll, but Montreal temperatures laugh in the face of your hope? Well, last Saturday I laughed right back and went on a walk through the Underground Art Festival on my way to a play at the Centaur Theatre. More specifically, I went to see the Black Theatre Workshop (BTW) production … Continue reading New Black Theatre Workshop Play Touches Hearts
It is my belief that art institutions must make sure they are evolving in the face of changing social realities. Certainly, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) is an expert at achieving that. For instance, take their newest show “Connections – Our Artistic Diversity Dialogues with Our Collections” – truly poignant! This presentation will be displayed at the Museum from September 18, 2018, to … Continue reading CONNECTIONS | Poignant Exhibit at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
When I first heard about the play The Tashme Project: The Living Archives and heard the words “verbatim theater”, I was intrigued. That being said, it didn’t take me long to understand the importance of hearing its stories word for word. Julie Tamiko Manning and Matt Miwa wrote the engaging play and are also the lead and only actors. They are performing itat the Centaur Theater from … Continue reading The Tashme Project | Living Archives at Centaur Theater
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