From page to performance, poetry makes the leap with ease. Join accomplished poets Afra Atiq and Martin Gomes for a performance followed by a conversation on the fascinating process of writing and performing poetry. This event is supported by Emirates Airline Festival of Literature.
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Gather for an evening of true stories told live and without notes as the internationally renowned storytelling phenomenon The Moth returns to Toronto. The Toronto International Festival of Authors is proud to present The Moth Mainstage to celebrate the opening night of the annual 11-day festival (September 19–29). The Mainstage is the quintessential Moth experience, […]
The Toronto Poetry Slam returns for an eighth Festival appearance with a high-energy spectacle of original content to leave you feeling inspired! Featured Poets: Dwayne Morgan and Afra Atiq Host: Shelly Grace Since 2005, TPS has featured some of Canada’s best and most engaging spoken word artists and next generation stars. Presented in partnership with […]
Join emerging writer-performers for a thrilling night of cabaret, readings and performance from Toronto’s creative stars of tomorrow. The evening will showcase the work of new voices from OCAD U and other university creative writing communities working in a variety of forms and styles including performance, spoken word, poetry, storytelling and music.
Join us for an evening celebrating Toronto and its arts scene with stories, food and music! Len Senater, author of The Depanneur Cookbook will explore Toronto’s astonishing cultural diversity and the unique ways to foster community through food while the audience gets to snack on food from Rahaf Alakbani of Rahaf’s Kitchen. Senater will be […]