Events in Toronto – April 3 – 5, 2015

1. Neil Diamond

2015 Tour

2. Stravinsky The Rite of Spring

Everything about this superlative programme is grand: the emotional depth and broad outline of the all-time great cello concerto, and the earth-shaking power of Stravinsky’s stunning evocation of a prehistoric society.

3. Good Friday Charity Benefit Concert

Cantabile Chorale welcomes local church choristers in a performance of Canticle of the Cross and other Lenten music, as a fundraiser for selected social service agencies in York Region.

4. Spring Fever

Spring is in the air with a dazzling selection of Romantic works sure to delight. Weber’s Overture to Der Freischütz (The Marksman) is an epic piece that pits good against evil, but most importantly, celebrates the power of love. Delicate and powerful solos prove tantalizing in Liszt’s first Concerto for Piano and Orchestra. Schumann’s Symphony No. 3 exudes beauty and grandeur: a true love letter to the Rhine River, where Schumann lived most of his life.​​​

5. Sisters and Misters

1. Performing Arts Events

Performing Arts & Theatre in March

Events this weekend include

Toronto Passion Play @ Church on the Queensway

The Daisy Theatre @ The Factory Theatre

Once @ Ed Mirvish Theatre

Hairspray @ Randolph Theatre

A Woman Is A Secret @ The Theatre Centre

Spoon River @ Young Centre for the Performing Arts

Infinity @ Tarragon Theatre.

Infinity @ Tarragon Theatre

Cake and Dirt @ Tarragon Theatre

The Unplugging @ Factory Mainstage

Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike @ Panasonic Theatre

Subway Stations of the Cross @ Young Centre for the Performing Arts

Human Rights Watch 2015 Film Festival – March 25 – April 2,2015 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox

2. Faulty Towers : The Dining Experience

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is an affectionate homage to Fawlty Towers the TV series written by John Cleese and Connie Booth. With only a third of the show scripted, anything can happen as guests become diners in the ‘Fawlty Towers’ restaurant … Waited upon by Basil, Sybil and Manuel! Expect shambolic service, a ’70’s-style 3-course meal and “a rip-roaringly hilarious night out’ (This Is London) – just don’t mention the war!​​​ Details

1. Toronto Rock

2. Toronto Raptors

3. Toronto Maple Leafs

4. Runs & Walks

Harry’s Spring Run-Off Toronto 8K & 5K

Saturday April 4, 2015 @ Paved traffic-free roads in High Park, Toronto

5K – 10K Easter Dash 2015

Saturday April 4, 2015 @ Platinum fitness, 1414 King St. E, Courtice

1. Toronto Indoor Games

The Toronto Indoor Games are a long standing tradition at the Toronto Branch, of The PPBSO — the Pipers’ and Pipe Band Society of Ontario . The event features solo bagpipe and solo drumming in the morning, and pipe band competitions in the afternoon. The afternoon features a competition between four of the world’s top bands: Toronto Police Pipe Band, Peel Regional Police Pipe Band, Ottawa Police Pipe band, and Paris Port Dover Pipe Band.

2. Easter Sweets & Chocolate Tour

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a sweet Easter on Toronto’s only sweets tour, as we eat our way through the colourful neighbourhood of Kensington Market. ​​​Details

3. Canadian Pet Expo

The Canadian Pet Expo offers a diversified look at the Canadian Pet and Pet owners interests. Dogs, cats, birds, aquatics, reptiles and small exotic make up todays pet fanciers groups. There are examples of each of these segments at the Canadian Pet Expo for all to enjoy, research and learn about responsible pet ownership. Also WOOFJOCKS Canine All-Stars, Birds of Prey Demonstration. ​​​Details

4. Brewers Backyard

5. Krista Buecking

Buecking’s project, titled MATTERS OF FACT, emerges out of her continuing investigation into the products (and consequences) of neoliberalism. Her wall works, sculptures and related media appropriate the recurring motifs of such systems to in turn interrogate their value and efficacy. ​​​Presented by Susan Hobbs Gallery.

6. Drop in Clay Classes

Suitable for students of all levels, this is a great way to try out the various techniques for working with clay. The drop-in session begins with a brief demonstration by a professional ceramist who is then on-hand to answer any questions you may have about your clay project. At the end of the class you can send your object for firing or take it home to air dry. Join the drop-in for a second time to glaze and fire your object for use in your home.