Musical Theatre

**Don't just read about history. Live it!** [Click here for tickets](https://exploringwithbinetti.ticketspice.com/lunching-with-lady-eaton-may-2026) Relive the charm, style, and sophistication of a bygone time. For one extraordinary afternoon, [The Carlu](http://www.thecarlu.com), perched on the 7th floor of College Park will be transformed back into Eaton’s College Street department store, and the legendary Round Room Restaurant. * Indulge on a menu of classic Eaton’s recipes. * Listen to live music that evokes the spirit of a more glamorous era. * View a vintage fashion show which showcases the fashions from the decades Eaton’s College Street was open - 1930s to 1970s. * Learn about the T. Eaton Company, Lady Eaton, and how Eaton’s transformed downtown Toronto. [Click here for tickets](https://exploringwithbinetti.ticketspice.com/lunching-with-lady-eaton-may-2026)

On **Sunday May 17th,** let's see The Christophers at TIFF. This incisively witty chamber comedy from Oscar winner and Festival fixture Steven Soderbergh, ushers us into a tangled web of art, commerce, and long-brewing resentments. Written by *Men in Black* scenarist Ed Solomon and featuring an acerbic turn from the great Ian McKellen, *The Christophers* is one of Soderbergh’s most delicious entertainments in years. **My seat is F5. Purchase your tickets for The Christophers on Sunday May 17th at 4:15pm at TIFF.** **COST** $17.00 or TIFF member price of $12.75 **SIGNING UP** * **Simply RSVP Yes confirming Yes/No to dinner after** * **[Purchase](https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/ism/NlkxNzQxVDU=?_gl=1*1xuzi67*_gcl_au*MTcwNDE5MTQ3Ni4xNzc4ODg0MDc0)** **your own ticket for the Sunday May 17th 4:15pm show** You can also meet the group at the meetup time with your ticket in hand * **MEETUP TIME** **Meet me at: 4:05pm in front of Cinema 5 inside TIFF at 350 King St. W.** **Show starts**: 4:15pm Length: 1 hour 40 minutes After: we will meet outside Cinema 5 to head out for dinner After: meet me outside Auditorium 3 to head out for food/drinks nearby Enjoy and please post your comments in the event after.

Ready to add more fun, movement, and connection to your week? Come join our group dance classes at [Access Ballroom](https://studioaccessballroom.com/)! We have classes **every day except Tuesday**—that’s Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:50pm, and Weekends at 3:40pm. Visit our [Monthly Calendar](https://studioaccessballroom.com/class-schedule/) to view the group class Schedule. To sign up you can also download our APP that is in both the Google Play store and the Apple Store. Just look up Access Ballroom. Whether you’re a total beginner or already have some moves, you’ll fit right in! We always have multiple teachers on hand to guide every level, so everyone gets the attention they need. Our amazing environment and welcoming atmosphere are what make us one of Toronto’s premier Latin and Ballroom studios—and it’s why we have the most Google reviews in the city! Don’t just take our word for it—come experience the energy, laughter, and community for yourself. We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

Grab the mic and bring your crew. Karaoke Fridays at Ace of Spades Lounge is the spot to sing, dance, and let loose in the heart of Little Italy. Huge song catalogue, great sound system, full bar, and a crowd that’s there to have fun. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping up for the first time, you’ll feel right at home. Cocktails, beer, wine, and snacks available all night. When: Every Friday, 8pm Where: Ace of Spades Lounge, 536 Manning Ave., Toronto Cost: Free entry Come solo, bring friends, make new ones. See you on the mic.

This group is for badminton enthusiasts who are passionate about exploring the connections between metabolism, energy, and exercise. We are welcome beginner plus, intermediate and advance level players looking to improve your skill or a seasoned player seeking to optimize your performance on the court, this group is for you! Join us for friendly games. This badminton session is a weekly event and it is followed with dinner together but it is optional. Birdies: Please bring one birdie with you. However, if you are intermediate plus or advanced level, bring two birdies with you. Court fee: It will be informed at the comment section by 4pm. Cost per person is either $162 (for 3 courts) divided by the number of players attended OR $108 (for 2 courts) divided by the number of players attended. My email address for etransfer is: lingseilau@yahoo.com

On **Sunday May 17th,** let's see **The Christophers, with a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.** I hope there will be some takers for this last minute posting. 📖 **Plot Summary:** This incisively witty chamber comedy from Oscar winner and Festival fixture Steven Soderbergh, ushers us into a tangled web of art, commerce, and long-brewing resentments. Written by *Men in Black* scenarist Ed Solomon and featuring an acerbic turn from the great Ian McKellen, *The Christophers* is one of Soderbergh’s most delicious entertainments in years. 🎞️ **View [Trailer](https://youtu.be/m2d1x7VuDmo?si=8rlTNhFnQ-DE2Gl5)** 🗓️ **Event Details** 📍 **Meetup Time:** 4:05pm 🎬 **Movie Start Time:** 4:15pm ⏱️ **Runtime:** 1 hour 40 mins 📌 **Meetup Spot:** Outside Cinema 5, inside TIFF at 350 King St. W. 🎟️ **Cost:** $17.00 or TIFF member $12.75 * 👉 You are responsible for buying your own ticket [here](https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/ism/NlkxNzQxVDU=?_gl=1*rzixrm*_gcl_au*MTcwNDE5MTQ3Ni4xNzc4ODg0MDc0) * 📍🪑 **Where I will be sitting:** F5 **🪑 Reserved Seating:** * Please **buy your ticket first before signing up.** * Let us know your **seat number** so attendees may sit together * You can also **show up at the meetup time and location** to join us 🍿 **After the Movie:** Meet at the initial spot outside Cinema 5 to head out for food/ drinks. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:** [Click here to join](#) 🎥 **A Quick Word About Movie Etiquette** We love a great film experience. Please: * Turn off your phone * Don’t talk during the movie * Be respectful of others Repeat offenders will be removed from the group — we take our cinema seriously (but with snacks). 👥 **About the Group** This event is open to everyone — single, not single, shy, social, new in town or a long-time local. We're a group for people who love movies *and* making real connections. We also do walks, hikes, restaurants, arts & culture — come be part of it! 🎬 **Group** **Organized by:** Matthew 📧 Questions? Reach out: **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**

7.30pm-10.30pm Social Dance Usually more than 50 people join us for a fun Salsa/Bachata night. The best way to end the weekend! You don't need to have a partner or be an experienced dancer. We provide two classes for beginner level and intermediate level. ◾When You Arrive ◾ - Sanitize your hands before entering the dance studio & in between dances, please - Do not come to dance if you show any symptoms of cold/flu ◾ Drop in : $15 ◾ * Every Sunday * 📍39 Glen Cameron Road, unit #1 Thornhill, Ontario From: 7.30 - 10.30 pm Cover fee: $15 at the door We will also be hosting two free salsa lessons and a bachata lesson: (it's included) *6.30pm-7.30pm Bachata L1 by Estephan [small room] *6.30pm-7.30pm Salsa by David [large dance studio] *7.30pm-10.30pm Sunday Social Dancing [large dance studio] * Music: Mostly Salsa & Bachata, some Merengue and a few Cha Cha and Kizomba. Come out and enjoy the night away! * Usually, more than 50 people are attending this social, and people switch partners, so you don't need to bring a partner. 647-504-9876

Spend a day outside playing softball, having a drink, and actually enjoying being out with people. Register here ($35 until May 15th): [https://www.headouttoronto.ca/registration](https://www.headouttoronto.ca/registration) This event is called **In Play - a social-first day** for people who have played before and understand the rules of the game. It's **3 pitch format**, with teams pitching to their own players. **Teams and game times are set in advance**, so you'll know exactly when you're playing. Each team plays two games within a 4-hour window, and you're welcome to hang out at the park as long as you like. **Most people sign up solo or with a friend.** **What to expect:** \- 2 casual games \(50 minutes each\) \- Social\-first\, rec level play \- 3\-pitch format \- BBQ lunch \- Team and schedule set in advance \- Self umpired games **Details:** Date: Sunday May 17th Time: Between 10AM - 4PM Location: Coronation Park, Toronto Register here ($35 until May 15th): [https://www.headouttoronto.ca/registration](https://www.headouttoronto.ca/registration) New to softball? Start with our Starter Series instead!

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a great **Sunday afternoon in** **Port Credit.** If you have never been; it's a great place to enjoy the sun, the water, the trees, the flowers, grab a coffee, ice cream, go for a leisure walk by the lake and then enjoy a tasty meal. Port Credit is also known for it's live music and dancing too (Event is both indoor and outdoor) I'm going to show us all around Port Credit, play a couple new ice breaker games and then head to a fun restaurant in the main strip of town with a great dinner menu following the walk. \*The walking portion will be roughly 2 hours with some stops along the way; then we will head for dinner and more mingling. This will be a fun day and evening gang! We will meet at **Star Bucks (111 Lake Shore Rd. West) in Port Credit** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small evening adventure through **Port Credit.** More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **\*Long Weekend NATURE WALK and NIGHTLIFE IN PORT CREDIT\* (Walk, Talk & Flock!)** -A great day as we explore some of the best area's of Port Credit near the water, board walk and entertainment strip (lots of live music too) -We can stop and rest at different spots, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning as well to help us get to know one another \*A great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and enjoy our long weekend together) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at **Star Bucks (111 Lake Shore Rd. West) in Port Credit** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 4::00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30) Go Train will take you there by Union Station too :) Plenty of parking in that area too- especially near Front Street and the Library :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Best way to get a hold of us is on our [WhatsApp chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kj63TzHIqYL5hPrRJolhyD), also great way to join a community of amazing like-minded people :) ***Let's Dance!*** ***¡Vamos a bailar!*** ***DJ Geronimo 🎧 will be playing your favorite Salsa 🎵 Bachata 🎶 Chacha 🎵 Merengue hits 🔊 DJ Sweetlike will be jamming in the Kizomba room*** Cover $10 before 7pm - $15 after 7pm - includes: ***Free Bachata Lesson at 6:15pm with entrance to event*** ***Dancing til 10pm*** ***\*Casual dress code*** ***\*Bring your own refreshments*** ***👠Please wear comfortable & clean shoes👞*** **Location:** 📍 40 Stavebank Rd N — Port Credit Memorial Arena

***SOLD OUT*** In order to participate you must register in advance at www.headouttoronto.ca Never played softball before? This is where you start! The **Starter Series** is a beginner-first session designed to help you learn the game in a relaxed, low-pressure setting. No experience needed. No expectations. We’ll walk you through the basics, then get you into a **paced, beginner-friendly game** so you can actually play without feeling overwhelmed. We use **softer balls and batting tees when needed**, so it's easier to get started and build confidence. **Your session takes place within a 3 hour window** (morning or afternoon) and you're welcome to hang out at the park before or after. **What to expect:** \- 60\-minute beginner\-friendly tutorial \- 1 paced\, beginner friendly game \- Softer balls \+ optional batting tees \- All equipment provided \(bats\, balls\, gloves available\) \- Supportive\, low pressure envrionment \- BBQ & drinks **Details:** Date: Sunday May 17th Time: Between 10AM - 4PM Location: Coronation Park, Toronto ***SOLD OUT***

\*\***The Toronto History Walks Yearly Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **for more information or for signing up!\*\*** \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** So in the winter of 2022 I listened to my guests. Time after time, the question that came up was, is there anything good and happy about history? Well not much, it's always a bit on the horrific side, and that is about all I can say, for now! Things are a changing for the better. Let's make the rest of 2026 a happy year! And with everything that has transpired in the last year and a half with tariffs and other undesirables let's have a good old time. I have been told that I am wordy, but that's ok. A tour about good times, good times in the sun, that's a bit of a stretch, but I did it. I put together a fun tour of the sunny side of the street. A tour of the good things in Toronto life from the Santa Claus Parade to decorated windows of both Eaton's and Simpson's, to trips over to the Island, and picnics with little puppies and kittens in High Park. Ok that's going a bit far, cut the puppies and the kittens! No dark secrets, no fires, cut off fingers, floods, tooth marks, disasters, murders, horrific deaths or innocent victims falling from windows, or crushed under subway trains, ghosts peeking out of buildings, human vampires, Spanish Flu or Spanish Civil War's impact on Toronto, or graves, I'm already starting to get homesick for the good times with all this fun stuff. Come along and experience a different and fun Toronto. In this strange era we are living in, a bit of sunshine is just the ticket. But no winter blues on this tour, I promise! You'll be as happy and contented as a **bunny in the sun.** And there is plenty of interesting history here in Toronto that is on the positive and fun, happy side, you'll see. This walking tour is for all fitness levels and skills. Please dress for the weather. This walking tour begins and ends on the steps of old City Hall at the northeast corner of Queen Street West and Bay Street. Hope to see you soon! This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person. \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**

**Tickets are on Sale now $22.00 curtainplayers.org** **please list your seat number in comments . Purchase in E .We also will meet for lunch if interested which is posted separately 😊**

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan