BKonthescene

Where the arts come together

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  • Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Toronto Raptors@A.C.C.(Mon.,Oct.12th,2015)

    It was only pre season but Superstar Canadian Andrew Wiggins was in town to face the surging Toronto Rapotrs. Kyle Lowry was the superstar tonight as the trim point guard poured in 40 points in their win over the young Minnesota Timberwolves 112-105. Future Hall Of Famer Kevin Garnett was in the lineup but did…

  • The House Party-In Support Of-Ronald McDonald House Charities@Steam Whistle Brewery(Thurs.,Oct.8th,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan The House Party website: http://rmhctoronto.wix.com/houseparty http://rmhtoronto.org/ Yes it was a “House Party” but it was more than fun party on a Thursday night at the legendary Steam Whistle Roundhouse Brewery building. It was all about the Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto which provides a “home away from home” for 81 children and…

  • Madonna-“Rebel Heart Tour 2015″@A.C.C.(Mon.,Oct.5th,2015)

    A Monday night and one of the most iconic pop stars is in concert. And at 57, Madonna Ciccone is still a “Rebel Heart”. Were the boundaries and the envelops pushed as it use to be back when a younger Madonna “Justified My Love?” She is still young at heart, physically intense, highly theatrical as…

  • Struck Contemporary Gallery Preview-Andrew Richard Designs(Wed.,Oct.7th,2015)

    Was it Andy Warhol Revisited Again?We were invited to an intimate gathering a few months ago narrated by my good pal and internationally famed artist Gary Taxali. On Wednesday it was a combination of Warhol and Struck Contemporary art which was on display at the Andrew Richard Designs. Early in the day we arrived upstairs…

  • The Fifth Annual Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize For NonFiction@AGO(Tues.,Oct.6th,2015) Chan

    By Nicholas Chan It was the Fifth Annual Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize For NonFiction at the Art Gallery Of Ontario. The shortlist of Canadian literary nonfiction writer included:Eliott Behar for Tell It To The World,Douglas Coupland for Kitten Clone:Inside Alatel-Lucent,Dean Jobb for Empire of Deception:From Chicago to Nova Scotia, Lynette Loeppky:Cease:A Memoir of Love,Loss…

  • Art With Heart-In Support Of Casey House@The Carlu(Tues.,Oct.6th,2015)

    This was the 22nd annual Art With Heart auction for Casey House! And there were some beautiful art work on display and for sale on Tuesday night. The beautiful Carlu was a great spot to have this event and patrons were treated to food stations, beverages and great desserts. But the main reason for this…

  • SHARP MAGAZINE – Book for Men Fall/Winter Edition Launch @Design Exchange

    Sharp launched their latest magazine at the Design Exchange. The two floor set up was moving and shaking with a backdrop of interesting light displays and of course the DJ overseeing the 2 floor party.  He usual drinks of choice ranging from beer, wine to whiskey were available for guests. Audi brought their display cars for…

  • Whitney Linen Men’s and Women’s Ready-To-Wear and Home Linen Collection Spring/Summer 2016 @ Only One Gallery (Sep 17, 2015)

    Images: Nicholas Chan High-end fashion label Whitney Linen is infused fresh new styles into its women’s ready-to-wear collection for Spring/Summer 2016 and launched a much-anticipated collaboration with men’s designer Marlon Durrant for Whitney Linen Men. The collections was presented alongside the Whitney Linen Home Collection in the “Living in Linen” lifestyle setting at Only One…

  • Mission To Lars@CINEPLEX YONGE/DUNDAS(Fri.,Oct.2nd,2015)

    Fans of Superstar Rock Band Metallica will really enjoy Mission To Lars documentary which is directed by William Spicer and James Moore. Featuring Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, Kate Spicer, William Spicer, Tom Spicer. We were privilege to be invited to the premiere of this movie on Friday night. A heart wrenching film which tugs at your…

  • Furniture Bank’s Chair Affair Preview@Cambria(Wed.,Sept.30th,2015)

    Since 1998, Furniture Bank has collected and provided over 300,000 items of furniture to over 60,000 people. A series of one-of-a-kind furniture creations were showcased at the preview at Cambria Furniture outlet to some special guest on Wednesday night. The International Centre will host this year’s Chair Affair gala and charity auction on Friday, October…

  • THE GENTLEMEN’S EXPO @MTCC (Sep 25-27, 2015)

    With over 100,000 square feet of the “best brands and experiences” to be assembled, The Gentlemen’s Expo was well attended by any who were interested in fashion, technology, music, sports, cars, alcohol, grooming, food, entrepreneurship, gaming, to DIY. Some notables include “grooming authority” SLICK LORD, craft brewery Double Trouble Brewery, beard grooming products Beards and Beavers,…

  • iBellieve Foundation Gala@Steam Whistle Brewery(Wed.,Sept.23rd,2015)

    Photography by Nicholas Chan We were invited to an amazing charity event at The Steam Whistle Brewery from guest speaker Simon Ibell who is the Founder of the iBellieve Foundation, he is also a Motivational Speaker, and Writer. A truly remarkable and inspirational individual, Simon is an advocate for Human Potential, a Role Model for…

  • The 10th ANNUAL CARIBBEANTALES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (CTFF) @ The Royal Cinema (Sep 9-19, 2015)

      The Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF) celebrates the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean and worldwide – including the Caribbean, Europe, the Americas, Africa, China, India and the Middle East. CTFF presents a multi-ethnic mix of exciting and dynamic films that showcase diverse shared stories…

  • Scorpions 50th Anniversary World Tour@Molson Amphitheatre(Fri.,Sept.18th,2015)

    It was the 50th Anniversary for the German based Rockers called Scorpions! Opening up was Seattle progressive rock band Queensryche. Unfortunately lead singer and founding member Geoff Tate is no longer in the band. We hope to see Geoff Tate’s new band Operation Mind Crime in town soon! Saying that we decided to forego this…

  • The Deluxe Event@Soho Boutique Hotel+The Technicolor Event@Thompson Hotel(Sat.,Sept.12th,2015)

    It was a semi early wake up call after a hectic Saturday night for Tiff. We ventured to the Soho Boutique Hotel close to The Rogers Centre for the Deluxe Event. We were greeted by two young ladies who checked us in and distributed red rubber wrist bands for us to go up the elevator…

  • The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015 Movie)

    The Man from UNCLE (2015) Director: Guy Ritchie By Derek Lang Finally got to see this movie and while I liked it I thought there was something missing or perhaps they didn’t exploit the two characters enough. In that there could have been more banter or interaction. The stuff on the screen when it happened…

  • Fan Fest Maple Leafs Season Subscribers Party-A.C.C.(Thurs.,Sept.10th,2015)

    So who arranges a party to compete with TIFF? Only the most profitable hockey team in the N.H.L. Likes years past, it was a scrum session of the”Powers That Be”which include: President Brendan Shanahan, New G.M. Lou Lamoriello and new Head Coach Mike Babcock. The fans were treated to some beverages and some food before…

  • Canada’s Bridal Show@Metro Convention Centre(Sept.11th-13th,2015)

    Photography by Mimi Sayasith Toronto hosted the largest Bridal show with the highest volume of Exhibitors and Visitors this week. The Exhibitors showcased all the products and services Brides need to plan their special wedding day of their dreams. Canada’s Bridal Show is the most renowned Bridal Show, established in 1984 always prospering and showcasing…

  • TIFF 2015: Pre-TIFF 2015 Extravaganza-Multiple Locations (Sept. 9, 2015)

      So it wasn’t even the start of TIFF 2015 and we were invited to some real”Swanky”Gala. So let’s start off at The Spoke Club for the Canadian Filmakers’ Party. The Who’s Who from the North American filmakers’ association were in attendance. Jason Priestly and E Talk Ben Mulroney were the host for the evening.…

  • UPCOMING: PANTS OFF For Prostate Cancer Sept 23!!!

    Pants Off for Prostate Cancer is an edgy fundraising event where men and women are encouraged to check their coats, and pants, at the door! What follows will be an unforgettable and fashionably fun evening that’s one part social, one part fundraiser, and two parts unforgettable! It’s September 23, 2015 and downtown Toronto’s Moss Park…