TO Live is proud to launch explorations, an initiative to support the creative process of Toronto’s artists! 12 artists hailing from choreography, theatre, music & digital art will have the opportunity to research brand new ideas. Read here: tolive.com/explorations

NEW deadline! Friday, April 23, 5:00 pm EST ⤵️

.Soulpepper Theatre Company is taking audiences around the world in 80 plays! 🌎 The first piece premieres April 21—take a look at what's been announced so far here: soulpepper.ca/performances/a…

More DST dates added! Designated Sharing Time (DST) is a virtual meeting space where entertainment industry workers can come together to be supported and support others. Share tips, talk things through, hang out - no judgement. Check schedule and sign up: bit.ly/joinDST.

Appointment opportunities to the Board of the Canada Council for the Arts (part-time): Vice-Chairperson: bit.ly/3gxkRJN Member: bit.ly/2QNF8jA Apply before May 10, 2021. 📷 Canada Council for the Arts

Amplifying the work of Canadian Green Alliance for #EarthDay! This national not-for-profit is devoted to bridging the gap between sustainability & theatre. Follow them on IG @ canadiangreenalliance & check out their panels with TAPA here: youtube.com/channel/UCqOrS… #EarthDay2021

In light of recent events, we recognize how crucial it is to share joy and amplify Black voices. BLACK JOY!! is a complex, individual, communal, healing and powerful form of resistance and resilience. This panel was recorded in February of 2021. ➡️ stratfordfestival.ca/AtHome

The one and only, Eva Barrie, is participating in Bard on the Beach’s webinar “Shakespeare Beyond the Proscenium.” Sign up with the link below!

This year YRAP is exploring new and different ways to create theatre!  Applications are due May 10, for this PAID training opportunity to Ontario folks aged 16-24. shakespeareintheruff.com/education/youn…

Friendly reminder that the CBC Podcasts PlayME Podcast by Expect Theatre PlayMe Podcast is home to some truly incredible Canadian plays, free to experience in audio form 🎧

What exactly is "myth"? 🤔 MAHABHARATA is an ancient myth being adapted for the stage by Why Not Theatre. In 2020, Ravi and Miriam had a conversation with Devdutt Pattanaik delving into some of the complex themes of their show. 🔗For the full chat, visit: bit.ly/33tipfG

So much to look forward to in this re-envisioned Dream in High Park Canadian Stage!

Coming up in less than an hour from Shakespeare’s Globe in London: a Zoom webinar featuring the Globe’s Professor Farah Karim-Cooper, performer Aldo Billingslea, and scholar Vanessa Corredera discussing issues of race and social justice in A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

🎉 2021 Season Announcement ""After a year of extraordinary challenges and setbacks, it gives me great pleasure to announce the return of live outdoor theatre to Prince Edward County...." -Graham Abbey Find out more about our 2021 season at: festivalplayers.ca/2021-season #PEC #TheCounty

It's been a difficult year following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. We hope the work the community has started continues to progress as we gather again. Feel How You Need To Feel today, enjoy this stunning piece, celebrate life, and remember. youtube.com/watch?v=jNgvah…

Emerging Indigenous and Black playwrights, check out the Creative Catalysts program! Applicants are asked to submit a 5 min video or 3 page written pitch that outlines the themes of the work they would like to develop, and their desire and time lines for developmental support.

This is a crucial week to take action to ensure that Toronto's performing arts sector isn't left behind in the Roadmap to Reopening! Please read more + email members of government using the tool at canadianlivemusic.ca/fairnessforart… + amplify #FairnessForArtsON on social media 📣

ARTS ORGANIZATIONS! Join TheatreDirectCanada for Balancing Act Canada: Info Session @ 1 pm Parent Artist Compassion Training Workshop @ 2 pm Thurs. June 17 Re: support for piloting strategies that forefront more inclusive, care-led workplaces. Register: bit.ly/3c4iQBO

Live digital performances created specifically for online audiences 🤩 FOLDA runs until June 13: folda.ca FOLDA

A great new program starting up at The AFC: