As we enter the last month of the year, Toronto is kicking the holiday season into high gear. But there’s still tons of film, theatre and dance to see too.

 

Margaret Atwood: The Art of Democracy

Canadian author, poet and critical essayist Margaret Atwood joins Steve Paikin to discuss democracy and the artist’s ability to see what others miss. The insightful conversation will touch on core values such as freedom of speech, citizenship, where democracy can backslide, and how to work for a better democratic future. This will also be followed by a Q& A with Margaret and the audience. More Info

When: November 28

Where: Isabel Bader Theatre

 


WILDsound LGBTQ+ Short Film Festival

This free (or pay what you can) LGBTQ+ Short film festival is bringing over 90 minutes of international LGBTQ+ short films to Toronto. The programming includes dance films, coming-o- age shorts, dramas, film noir, documentary and more. Tickets generally sell out so RSVP fast!  More Info

When: November 28

Where: Carlton Cinemas

 


Regent Park Film Festival

The 22nd annual Regent Park Film Festival is here for another year as Toronto’s longest-running, FREE film festival. With a focus on amplifying and centering marginalized communities and their stories, this year’s festival highlights over 20 films in their general program, including 15 shorts. They are also hosting a school program, featuring films that showcase the power of friendship, the power within us, and the power of transformation.   More Info

When: November 28-December 1

Where: Daniels Spectrum

 


Harbourfront Centre Tree Lighting

Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Harbourfront Centre Tree lighting! Beginning with an immersive performance by internationally recognized vocalists FreePlay, the tree is set to dazzle with sparkling lights at 7pm. This free event is great for families to gather around the 33-foot tree, with an extra special photo-op inside the tree! More Info

When: November 29

Where: Public Square

 


Raven Mother

The Toronto premiere of Dancers of Damelahamid’s full-length multimedia work Raven Mother begins this week. This Indigenous dance company’s latest work is a celebration of the generational impact of matriarchs, particularly the late Elder Margaret Harris, co-founder of Dancers of Damelahamid. Audiences will be immersed in the movement, song, regalia, masks, and sculptures of the Gitxsan people. More Info

When: November 29

Where: Fleck Dance Theatre

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Window Wonderland

This winter, The Junction is transforming into a free outdoor gallery, featuring 20 spectacular augmented reality (AR) window installations and ten murals, all designed by local and international artists. Stretching from Quebec Avenue to Indian Grove, there’s tons to take in with friends and family. More Info

When: November 29-January 31

Where: The Junction

 

 

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Cavalcade of Lights

Toronto’s much-loved Cavalcade of Lights returns this year at Nathan Philips Square. The opening night, inspired by international lantern, fire and light festivals and winter solstice celebrations, includes performances by Zaynab Wilson MoZayic, Zero Gravity Circus and more! The skating rink will also be open for public skating, as well as a skating showcase. And of course, the lighting of the Christmas tree & Nathan Phillips Square! More Info

When: November 30-January 7

Where: Nathan Phillips Square

 


Oraculum

Canada’s Drag Race alums Pythia and Denim want to take you on a journey of self-discovery and divine mystery! Told through an online psychic reading website, and combining performance, puppetry, and projection, audiences are invited to pull back the velvet curtain on gender and spirituality. Fans can also sign up for a meet and greet with the drag artists after the show!  More Info

When: December 1-14

Where: Buddies In Bad Times Theatre