The Toronto Fringe Festival has already begun. But it is never too late to add a few more suggestions to the already existing lists of must-see shows at the Fringe this year.
With over 150 shows, narrowing it down to 10 shows is no easy feat. Nonetheless, I have chosen some shows based on description; others based on type/genre; and still others based on themes. In alphabetical order, I give my 10 picks.
A Quest Of Character (Family/Kid-Friendly)
When Princess Celeste and Sir Liam break the songalongamatron, Luminaria sends them on a quest. With the help of a couple of intrepid frogs and other colourful characters, these two will learn how to be better people and better friends.
Cirqular
A new puppetry piece inspired by the tension between biological impulses and the rigidity of the clock. Set in a world where mechanical time appears to govern every breath, the characters struggle between keeping their dreams alive and the inevitability of death.
Classical Guitar Concert
UK Classical Guitarist Jonathan Prag’s first time in Toronto; from sell-out concerts at Adelaide Fringe, playing Nikita Koshkin, Bach, Barrios; O’Carolan, Fauré, Cuban rhythms and more ‘…
Memento Mori
What if you gave yourself A Year To Live?
This is Tracey’s last night…and she’s rented a tango band.
It’s a death ritual. It’s a mixer. It’s best last night of anyone’s life ever!
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Only Human
Highbräu presents a comedic exploration of the depths, heights, and square footage of humanity. Life, love, success, death, and omelets all feature in an hour of sketch comedy reserved for the most discerning and attractive of audiences.
Pardon Me Cow
Growing up on a farm is never easy… especially when you’re gay. Luckily, writer/comedian D. Taylor Scott had one true friend – a cow! In this hilarious fast-paced one-man show, Taylor Scott reflects back on his crazy relatives and disdain for farm living while recognizing it (and the cow) shaped how he now interacts with people, technology and the world.
Potosí
A young emissary from a Canadian mining corporation is sent to a remote country to investigate reports of sexual violence at the mine. As civil war rages, she is taken hostage at gunpoint by a former miner. A psychological game of cat-and-mouse ensues in this darkly funny parable on colonialism, gender, and greed.
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Think Bigg (Family/Kid-Friendly)
Something to note: This year, 100% of tickets are available in advance. However, for those who love taking risks and like to hear what the buzz shows are – tickets will still be sold at theatre venues, if available.
