Category: Camera Call And Announcement
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CNE / THE EX 2026
Review&Photography By Sally Warburton, Additional Photography By:Jesse Read-Shannen Johnston & BKONTHESCENE The start of the CNE signals the end of summer holidays approaching. But it signals the start of 3 weeks of fun, food, excitement, rides, music, shopping and exhibits. Ice Skating Show at Coca Cola Stadium. Cat Show. For live music, the main area…
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Squeeze, Adam Ant and Haircut 100 @RBC Amphitheater-Mon.,Aug.31st,2026
By Wayne Baggs Squeeze, Adam Ant and Haircut 100 — Not a Bad Monday Night You don’t usually think of Monday night as the night to go out and see three British bands from the ’80s, but that’s exactly what happened at the RBC Amphitheatre on August 31. And honestly, it was a pretty damn…
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FanExpo 2026 @M.T.C.C. -Thurs., Aug., 27th -Sun., Aug., 30th, 2026
FanExpo 2026 was once again a totally memorable experience as the MTCC was packed to the rafters with incredible panels, amazing meet-and-greets, exclusive merchandise, meeting new people and of course detailed costumes for the whole weekend. Some of the celebrities on site included:John Cena with his conversations about his journey from WWE wrestling superstar to…
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Jimmy Eat World Celebrating The 25th anniversary of Bleed American, with PUP &Ratboy @RBC Amphitheatre-Sun., Aug.23rd,2026
By Wayne Baggs Jimmy Eat World were celebrating the 25th anniversary of Bleed American, with PUP and Ratboys on the bill. Jimmy Eat World brought their 25th anniversary Bleed American tour to Toronto on August 23, and with PUP and Ratboys on the bill, this was one of those nights where the lineup was almost…
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Deep Purple, Kansas &Jefferson Starship@RBC Theatre-Tues.,Aug.18th,2026
There are some bands you go see because you want to hear the songs you grew up with. Then there are bands like Deep Purple, where you go because you want to see if they can still deliver them live. On August 18 at Toronto’s RBC Amphitheatre, the answer was a pretty definite yes. The…
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The Chloe Madison Experience
By Jesse Read Canadian actress and rising pop artist Chloe Madison released her debut single and music video, “Airplane Mode,” at midnight on July 21, 2026, kicking off her music project, The Chloe Madison Experience. Platform: Major streaming and music platforms [1 (https://www.instagram.com/thechloemadisonexperience/), 2 (https://www.instagram.com/p/DbYFZ4SRYoC/)] Some highlights of her background & CareerActing Credits: Known for…
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Honda Indy Weekend In Markham-Ericsson Wins Chaotic Inaugural Markham IndyCar Debut
We started the first day with the unveiling of the trophies at the Angus Glen golf course with some of the drivers were on site to meet and greet fans.A nice day in Markham to start the weekend off for the inaugural Honda Indy. The USF Pro 2000 series held a doubleheader during the Ontario…
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Volcanic Hills Tasting @Club Paris
We had the pleasure of attending Club Paris to experience Volcanic Hills wines and spending time with wine enthusiasts,journalists and the Ossington community. It was a pleasure to taste the variety of wine, hear everyone’s thoughts, and notice how engaged the guests were in terms of wine talk and the conversation around the table. We…
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Billy Talent @RBC Amphitheatre -Sat.,July 18, 2026
By Wayne Baggs Billy Talent rolled into Toronto’s RBC Amphitheatre on July 18, 2026, and if there was any doubt they can still put on one of the best live rock shows in the country, it disappeared about two songs in. The place was packed, the crowd was fired up before the band even walked…
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The Honda Indy-The inaugural street race in its new home will take place from August 14 to 16, 2026 in Markham, Ontario!
Get your tickets-Admission options can be booked directly through the official event site at Honda Indy. Cashless Entry: New for 2026, ticket processing fees have been removed, and all physical gates inside the venue are entirely cashless. General Admission: Ranges from $50 for Saturday, $75 for Sunday, or $90 for a full 2-day weekend pass. Children 12 and under enter free when accompanied…
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South Coast Jazz Festival Returns for 13th Year August 14-16 with Gene DiNovi Tribute Album Premiere and Canadian All-Star Lineup
August 14, 2026, Jazzin’ Juniors. Youth Showcase, Brantford , ON (Sold Out) August 15, 2026, Main Event, Port Dover Community Centre, Port Dover, ON, 5 PM August 16, 2026, Glenhyrst Gardens, Brantford, ON, 1 PM Website I Facebook I Instagram I Eventbrite South Coast Jazz Festival is marking thirteen years of bringing world class music to rural Ontario with a 2026 edition that…
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Set Out On An Odyssey Major-Thia Week’s Feature Films
Set out on an OdysseyMajor auteurs helm this week’s feature filmsLast week on the TOPS screen, we trotted the globe with Elia’s Sueiman’s It Must Be Heaven at Christie Pits on Sunday, a first-time discovery for almost the entire audience! Unfortunately, our Corktown Common screening of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was cancelled last week due to dangerous air quality warnings. It…
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Sean Jones-Soul In The City @Casa Loma
By Sally Warburton Wednesday, July 15 was a really hot evening in Toronto. The heat increased with Sean Jones’ concert at Casa Loma! The Liberty Entertainment Group brought Soul in the City back! Set in the beautiful gardens of Casa Loma with its fountain, flower gardens and views of Toronto skyline from the castle. Guests…
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Mariposa Folk Festival, Orillia, Ontario-July 3rd-5th,2026
By Wayne Baggs There’s something special about arriving at the Mariposa Folk Festival on opening day. The gates had barely opened, but there was already a feeling that this weekend would be less about rushing from stage to stage and more about slowing down and enjoying the music, the people, and the setting. As both…
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The Odyssey-Christopher Nolan’s Epic New Film
The Odyssey-Christopher Nolan’s Epic New Film, which is a 2,800-year-old adventure has never felt more timely than in the hands of Sir Christopher Nolan who continues to prove himself as one of our greatest and most daring storytellers. This is as brisk and authoritative as Nolan has ever been. His take on the tale arrives on…
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Tom Cruise transforms into Digger Rockwell for Digger, drastically altering his iconic appearance with prosthetics and cowboy styling. Cruise’s character, a powerbroker on a mission, embodies a satirical black comedy about ego and catastrophe. Director Alejandro G. Iñárritu describes Rockwell as dangerous and charismatic, offering a broad caricature open to interpretation. This role marks Cruise’s…
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Here are the latest films coming to TIFF Lightbox!
Here are the latest films coming to TIFF Lightbox. The TIFF Press Office (proffice@tiff.net) can assist with distributor contacts and ticket requests. For screeners, please contact distributors.[CC] = Closed captioning[AD] = Audio description🍁 = Canadian film OPENS JUL 24Cielo, Juno Filmsdir. Alberto SciammaOn sale July 15 at tiff.netONE NIGHT ONLY! JUL 26The Golden Spurtle, Blue Ice Docsdir.…
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ATCHA ATCHA by Mamadou DiaFuori Concorso at the 2026 Locarno Film Festival
Mamadou Dia is a Senegalese director, screenwriter and producer.Following LE PERE DE NAFI (2019), which won two awards at the 2019 Locarno Film Festival, his second feature film, DEMBA (2024), was screened in the Encounters section at the 2024 Berlinale. ATCHA ATCHA is his third film, which follows daily life at the École des Sables, a…
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Shinji-The Grand Opening, A New Modern Japanese Steakhouse-Tuesday, July 7, 2026 @333 Bay Street
At Shinji, every table is a celebration. From melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu sourced directly from Himeji & Kobe to pristine seafood and beautifully crafted sushi, every dish is made to impress on your palate and on your camera roll. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and reimagined with a bold, modern energy, Shinji is where unforgettable dinners turn into…
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Montuno Cubano Releases “Baila Mi Guaracha,” a Global Invitation to Dance
Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Prince Edward Island based Latin outfit Montuno Cubano releases its new single “Baila Mi Guaracha” out now, ahead of a summer run of shows that includes headline appearances at Stratford Summer Music and Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. Led by Santiago de Cuba born songwriter, singer and requinto player Jorge Luis Peña Acosta, the track draws…
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