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The M’s Playlist: A Danceable December with Kareena
To me, December is a lot more than just another month of the year. December welcomes the new year with…
A depiction of real-life family affairs in Theatre Erindale’s Tartuffe
Fourth year TDS students took audiences on a journey that truly displayed difficult emotions.
Erindale Studio Theatre has always been a great place to experience drama up close. In their most recent show, Tartuffe,…
How Lana Del Rey uses music to show character development
When done right, using a discography as an artistic outlet can be quite spectacular.
In 2012, with the releases of songs like “Video Games” and “Blue Jeans,” Lana Del Rey was met with a…
She Said—empowering victims of ex-film superpower Harvey Weinstein
An eye-opening film that reveals the truths and tragedies of women in journalism and beyond.
TW: This article contains references to sexual assault and rapeSpoiler warning: This article touches on the storyline of She Said…
Valentine Leger on his new play in production and queerness
A discussion on identity, queer experiences, and transgender representation in theatre.
Theatre kids are often stereotyped as being “those loud Broadway lovers that sing in public.” At the University of Toronto…
How the “female gaze” presents itself in queer literature
Classic literature persists through individuals who revive old works in modern ways. In her novel The Song of Achilles, author…
Five 2SLGBTQI+ artists that use their music to tell impactful stories
Exploring some new and up-in-coming creatives that are worth the listen.
Finding a reflection of yourself in the art you enjoy is a wonderful feeling. If you need some new music,…
Bros—a realistic representation of gay romance
Nicholas Stoller’s film depicts societal issues that continue to repress queer individuals.
Spoiler warning: this article discusses scenes from Bros. The comedy film Bros, directed by Nicholas Stoller, recently premiered at the…
My Policeman: A dull yet devastating gay drama
Starring Harry Styles, the film offers a meditation on shame, deception, and misplaced hope.
Spoiler warning: this article discusses scenes from My Policeman. Released earlier this month on Prime Video, Michael Grandage’s second directorial feature…
Dancing through adulthood in Cha Cha Real Smooth
Cooper Raiff’s recent comedy-drama serves as a depiction of the rollercoaster that is adult life.
Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022), directed and written by the film’s star Cooper Raiff, had its world premiere at the…
Drawing with passion: An interview with comic artist Jon Kenzo Okeya
Here’s what one artist has to say about creating comics and struggling to perfect artistic skills.
I first came across Jon Kenzo Okeya’s Instagram (@kenzo_illustrations) when his wife Audrey (@audreyokeya) reposted a story that tagged Jon….
Julia Savaglio—U of T’s very own pop artist
In an interview with The Medium, Julia discusses her new six-song EP, her inspirations, and her goals for the future.
Julia Savaglio is a first-year University of Toronto student studying management. Despite being academically inclined, music has always been an…
How Bollywood and Hollywood use mythological universes and loving superheroes
Exploring the parallels and contrasts between Bollywood’s Brahmastra series and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Spoiler warning: This article mentions scenes from Brahmastra Part One: Shiva. Bollywood director Ayan Mukherji has come out with an…
The M’s Playlist: A Nameless November with Larry
Music is an important part of my life—always has been, and always will be. While writing is an amazing medium…