Category: premiere
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Music For Life 2023 @Fairmont Royal York Hotel-Thurs.,Nov.23rd,2023
The gala event took place on November 23, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel Toronto.Music For Life is the annual benefit and gala dinner for Dixon Hall Music School. This year, was a celebration of 45 years providing an accessible, creative home for children and youth. This event attracted upwards of 400 generous corporate…
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ENTREPRENEURS: Meet the 2023 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Winners @The Ritz-Carleton Hotel -Wednesday, November 22,2023
The 31st annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards and the official announcement of the 2023 award recipients were made at The Ritz-Carleton in Toronto on Wednesday, November 22,2023,with the gala presentation of the seven winners for 2023. After a record-setting year, seven exceptional women entrepreneurs have been honoured for their remarkable achievements. These award recipients…
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Homes For Dinner @The Globe and Mail-Sat.,Nov.18th,2023
By BKONTHESCENE & YYZ Events It was as an evening to connect with like-minded change makers, converse on the challenges facing our city, and create transformation at the Globe and Mail venue and its picturesque view of Toronto. Homes First provides those in need with the dignity of a roof over their head, a place…
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Fashion Art Toronto Fashion Week Fall/Winter Nov 16-19, 2023 @The Black Creek Assembly
Steph C Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) is an annual multi-arts fashion event and the longest-running fashion week in the city. The event is celebrated for its 18-year commitment to providing an inclusive platform for Canada’s fashion and artist communities and presenting thought-provoking fashion shows and immersive multimedia art installations. This year’s 4-day event featured designers…
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The Web Summit Lisbon 2023
By Sally Warburton November 13 – 16, 2023 Lisbon, Portugal The Web Summit started the evening of Monday, November 13 – The Opening Night: A celebration of Portugal ceremonies held at the Altice Arena. First on Centre Stage was a series of entrepreneurs selected to speak about their start-ups to the crowd of over 50,000. Next the…
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Flirting with Danger by David Drebin at Galerie de Bellefeuille Toronto until Dec 5, 2023
Steph C. & YYZ Events In “Flirting with Danger,” David Drebin blends allure and risk in his cinematic captures. His mesmerizing photography narrates tales of urban glamour and suspense, evoking emotions through mysterious scenes. Drebin’s signature style fuses elegance and danger, creating compelling narratives within each frame and attracting viewers worldwide. The exhibition’s opening night…
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Los Angeles-Based Z Chambers Pours Heart And Soul Into ‘Sweetest Lies’ EP
“Sweetest Lies” YouTube and Spotify Website :Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter, Z Chambers works through relationship woes on his Sweetest Lies EP, out now. This 4-track EP is a compilation of his recent songs and a story that unravels right through. On the EP’s lead single, “Sweetest Lies,” the singer gets candid about his most recent romantic connection. …
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Keith Haring: Art Is For Everybody @AGO On Display Until March 17, 2024 And AGO Friday Nights – Opening Party of Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody Friday, November 17,2023 In partnership with Yohomo
By Steph C. The first exhibition of Haring’s work to be shown in Canada in more than 25 years, Art Is for Everybody features more than 200 artworks and ephemera, including large-scale paintings on tarpaulin and canvas, sculptures, works on paper, videos, archival materials and representations of his famed subway drawings. Keith Haring, a trailblazing…
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New Orleans Blues Guitarist Caroline Cotto Captures Aching For A Future Home on Bright, Colorful “Bayou Sun”
“Bayou Sun” YouTube and Spotify Website Sometimes in life we carry an ache for a future home that rivals our aching for homes past. Blues artist Caroline Cotto captures this unique sort of pang in her raucous and triumphant single “Bayou Sun” – available now – from her forthcoming album of the same name. The song starts out…
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Classic Rock Supergroup Studio D’Lux Ignite A ‘Slow Burn’ With Latest Single
“Slow Burn” All In One Link Facebook Studio D’Lux, the Classic Rock/Yacht Rock musical powerhouse comprised of industry legends, led by singer-songwriter Doug Kistner is back with a newly released single, “Slow Burn.” Distinguished, long-time musician Doug Kistner gathered a talented ensemble of world-class artists to create the supergroup Studio D’Lux. Joining the New Jersey singer…
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THE LEGENDARY DOWNCHILD BLUES BAND at The El Mocambo November 25
CRYSTAL HEAD VODKA PRESENTS THE LEGENDARY DOWNCHILD BLUES BAND HAPPY TRAILS TOUR With Special Guest Jeff Rogers EL MOCAMBO SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023 @ 8:00 pm “There would be no Blues Brothers if it weren’t for Downchild”- Dan Aykroyd (It’s been over 40 years since The Legendary Downchild Blues Band have played the iconic El Mocambo in Toronto, so…
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JUDAS PRIEST ANNOUNCES THE INVINCIBLE SHIELD TOUR!
JUDAS PRIEST ANNOUNCES THE INVINCIBLE SHIELD TOUR Sabaton To Join Across All ShowsTickets Available Starting Wednesday, November 15 with Artist Presale General Onsale Begins on Friday, November 17 at 10AM Local on judaspriestinvincibleshield.com Today, heavy metal titans Judas Priest have announced their Invincible Shield Tour with special guest Sabaton. The all-time greats will take over the U.S.A. this…
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Steve Hackett celebrates over 50 years of music with his new conceptual studio album ‘The Circus and the Nightwhale’
Steve Hackett celebrates over 50 years of music with his new conceptual studio album ‘The Circus and the Nightwhale’ Legendary rock guitarist Steve Hackett will release his new studio album ‘The Circus And The Nightwhale’ on February 16th 2024, via InsideOut Music. A rite-of-passage concept album with a young character called Travla at the centre of it,…
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The 2023 Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction Celebration Weekend @HHOF-Fri.,Nov.10th-Mon.,Nov.13th
By BKONTHESCENE &YYZ Photography The 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration was on Monday, November 13, in Toronto (preceded by the traditional slate of “Induction Weekend” events beginning on Friday, November 10th,for the ring ceremony and also including the annual “Hockey Hall of Fame Game” hosted by the Toronto Maple Leafs).Monday was the red…
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Music for Life @Fairmont Royal York Hotel-Thurs.,Nov.23rd,2023
The fundraiser gala, Music for Life, which is happening at Fairmont Royal York Hotel on November 23. The goal is to raise funds for the Dixon Hall Music School, which plays a pivotal role in supporting underserved youth, who might not have access to learn a musical instrument, experience the thrill of performance and join with other…
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30th Scotiabank Giller Prize gala at the Four Season Hotel Nov 13, 2023
By Steph C The Scotiabank Giller Prize, Canada’s most prestigious literary award, celebrated its 30th anniversary at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto on November 13, 2023. Established in 1994 by Jack Rabinovitch in honour of his late wife, Doris Giller, it recognizes outstanding works that captivate with narrative excellence. This year’s televised star-studded gala…
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Royal Winter Fair Nov 3rd – 12th, 2023
By Sally W. November in Toronto…. And it’s that time again… The annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair! 2023 is the 101st anniversary of the RWF! Held at the Enercare Centre at Exhibition Place Toronto, It is a 10 day action-packed event with something for everyone. The Royal had a spectacular opening with KAY, the famous…
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The 25th Anniversary of the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame @Glenn Gould Studio, CBC Building-Wednesday, November 1st, 2023
By Sally Warburton The 25th Anniversary of the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame took place on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 at Glenn Gould Studio, CBC Building, 250 Front Street West, Toronto. The evening was a time to celebrate Canada’s Songwriters. The Red Carpet took place before the show with everyone sharing their excitement of the event. …
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JEAN-MICHEL JARRE AND ARMIN VAN BUUREN-REVEAL NEW COLLABORATION“EPICA MAXIMA” INCLUDED ON OXYMOREWORKS, A COLLECTION OF COLLABORATIONS WITH BRIAN ENO, DEPECHE MODE-MARTIN GORE, AND OTHER ARTISTS
JEAN-MICHEL JARRE AND ARMIN VAN BUUREN REVEAL NEW COLLABORATION“EPICA MAXIMA” INCLUDED ON OXYMOREWORKS, A COLLECTION OF COLLABORATIONSWITH JARRE AND BRIAN ENO, MARTIN GORE, AND OTHER ARTISTS OUT NOW ON SONY MUSICLISTEN HEREJean-Michel Jarre has collaborated with Armin van Buuren on “EPICA MAXIMA,” a re-interpretation of “EPICA” from Jarre’s last album OXYMORE. It is the second time the two electronic…
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Art Toronto, returned to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre-Thurs.,October 26th to Sun.,Oct.29th,2023
By Steph C. ,Sally Warburton & BKONTHESCENE Canada’s oldest and largest international art fair, Art Toronto, returned to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Art Toronto offered incredible exposure for over 100 national and international galleries and attracted respected artists and art lovers, collectors and buyers from across the globe. Kitty Scott is Art Toronto’s Focus…