News by subject: ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT

Today, TVO Media Education Group (TVO) issues the following statement from CEO Jeffrey L. Orridge regarding Canadian Media Guild's (CMG) rejection of its final offer in the negotiation for a new collective agreement: "I am disappointed that our...

After months of negotiations, TVO Media Education Group (TVO) has presented Canadian Media Guild (CMG) with a final offer in the negotiations for a new collective agreement.  The offer maintains a level of job security for CMG employees that is...

This autumn, Hong Kong Tourism Board invites food and wine lovers from around the world to celebrate the joys of gastronomy in Asia's culinary capital with the return of the city's large-scale outdoor culinary event, Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival....

Amnesty International Canada is thrilled to announce the winners of its 28th annual Media Awards, a celebration of the best human rights reporting by Canada-based journalists and Canadian journalists working abroad. Among the winners are richly...

The employees and Board of Directors of The Seaway International Bridge Corporation Ltd (SIBC) are proud to announce the unveiling of a remarkable mural on the historical northern pier at the Seaway International Bridge, created by Akwesasne artist,...

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." This testimony from Maria Farella, Guest of Honour at the launch of the children's book The Dream Machine, could not better describe the situation of children living with rare or...

At a luncheon held today in the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, the Audain Prize for British Columbia's most distinguished artists was awarded to Dana Claxton. Ms. Claxton works with film, video, photography, single/multi-channel video installation, and...

TELUS originals announces the world premieres of two highly anticipated films, Physician, Heal Thyself and Union Street, at the 42nd edition of the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF). As part of an ongoing commitment to support and showcase...

OCAD University is the recipient of a transformational gift of $2.5 million from business leader and philanthropist Kiki Delaney and The Delaney Family. The major gift was announced on Sept. 19 at a celebration held at Onsite Gallery, the...

Please join us for a transformational gift announcement at OCAD University's flagship professional art gallery, Onsite Gallery. The gift will empower students in their pursuit of art and design education and support Onsite Gallery's diverse...

TORONTO, ON - Popular online fashion brand, SHEIN, is excited to announce its collaboration with SPC Student Price Card, Canada's leading student loyalty program. Together, SHEIN and SPC are bringing an incredible opportunity for students at select...

Curtain falls on the 16th Monaco Classic Week - La Belle Classe organised by the Yacht Club de Monaco. The big winner of this edition is The Lady Anne (1912), one of the last three 15 M JIs still sailing alongside Tuiga (1909), flagship of the Y.C.M....

BIGG Digital Assets Inc. ("BIGG" or the "Company") , owner of Netcoins, Blockchain Intelligence Group, and investor in TerraZero Technologies Inc. ("TerraZero"), a vertically integrated Metaverse development group and leading web3 technology company...

The Influence Agency is now accepting nominations for its annual accolade, The Influence Awards, a prestigious North American awards program that recognizes the outstanding contributions of digital content creators, talent agencies and the managers...

Renters everywhere are struggling with rising costs and limited housing options. TVO Original Charlotte's Castle profiles a group of tenants who fear that their homes in a downtown Toronto heritage building will soon disappear if they don't put up a...

Noor Riyadh Festival returns for its third edition, which will feature over 120 artworks by more than 100 artists across five hubs in the capital of Saudi Arabia, from November 30 to December 16The festival features local and international artists...

Wonder Woman has joined the Bow Valley College Centre for Entertainment Arts (CEA) universe. A massive statue of the beloved DC Comics superhero is now on display on the college's third floor, watching over the CEA studio. "We wanted something to...

OCAD University is pulling out all the stops at this year's Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) by showcasing its Experimental Animation program and OCAD U LiVE, which are both housed at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, along with co-hosting the...

Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. ("Enthusiast Gaming" or the "Company") and Metavision have collaborated with Netflix to launch its first-ever Fortnite Creative experience for the most popular manga series in history: ONE PIECE, in celebration of the...

Get ready to Wiggle! The Wiggles, the world's leading children's entertainment group, are back with an all-new season of their highly acclaimed TV series, Ready Steady Wiggle! Premiering on September 4, Ready Steady Wiggle! 5 can be seen Treehouse...

At the entrance to Phantom Creek Estates winery, visitors are awe-struck at two female figures, each seven metres tall, winged and poised to take flight but tethered to the earth by a slender waterfall of coated bronze. This is Pro Terra et Natura ?...

Culture Days, the annual cross-country celebration of arts and culture, launches on September 22 and runs through October 15, 2023. Each year, hands-on activities, events, workshops, and performances enable people to discover and deepen their...

INVNT.ATOMtm, the digital and Web3 innovation division of [INVNT GROUP] THE GLOBAL BRANDSTORY PROJECTtm introduces BZARtm, the GROUP's patent-pending, self-funded, content-led digital platform, built exclusively for brands and fans. The now...

Format, the leading portfolio website provider for photographers, artists and creative professionals, is demonstrating its commitment to assisting photographers perfect their craft in celebration of World Photography Day. Starting Saturday, August...

Rogers Communications Inc. announced today it is proud to present Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour in Canada. Swift will perform November 14-16, and November 21-23, 2024 at Rogers Centre in Toronto, making her the first artist to perform six shows at the...

The News Forum (TNF) announce the broadcast debut of the documentary Defund Putin. Produced by think tank SecondStreet.org, the 19-minute documentary examines Russia's invasion of Ukraine ? the human cost of the war, how Putin is paying for his...

"Riverfest is an artist's dream." Wes Marskell of Canadian rock band duo The Darcys has overwhelmingly positive remarks about the group's experience playing Riverfest in Elora, Ontario, Canada, calling it "hands down, our favourite festival to...

Nobody spreads Christmas cheer quite like Buddy the Elf! This holiday season, CineConcerts and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment announce a once-in-a-lifetime concert event: Elf in Concert. The tour will spread festive joy across 31...

SHEIN, the prominent global fashion e-retailer, is excited to announce its anticipated pop-up experience at the VELD Music Festival. SHEIN promises to elevate the festival experience with giveaways and a much-needed rest station to help guests beat...

SweetWater Brewing Company ("SweetWater Brewing" or "SweetWater"), the ninth largest craft brewer in the U.S. and subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. ("Tilray" or the "Company") ,...

The Toronto Waterfront Festival, formerly Redpath Waterfront Festival, is excited to announce the return of the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Navy to the 2023 festival. In keeping with the huge theme of the event which is featuring the...

The US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy urges action to ensure social media environments are healthy and safe, as the previously-advised national youth mental health crisis continues. With the average child spending an average of 7.5 hours a day on...

"Gianni Agnelli, in arte l'Avvocato" has been awarded the 2023 Globo d'Oro, i.e. Italian Golden Globe, as Best Documentary. "This is the most important recognition we have received. We have been investing in television for four years: this is the...

The Chinese Canadian Museum is pleased to officially open its doors to the public on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Located in the historic Wing Sang Building at 51 East Pender Street in Vancouver Chinatown, the Chinese Canadian Museum provides a meaningful...

Across 2022 and 2023, INVNT.ATOMtm, [INVNT GROUP]tm's digital and Web3 Innovation division delivered two historic NFT campaigns in collaboration with Automobili Lamborghini, as the legacy super sportscar leader celebrated their 60th anniversary and...

Josie Ho's masterclass took place at the UK's renowned National Film and Television School (NFTS) and showcased sample works by Josie as both a producer and actress. The class explored her artistic vision in fashion, music, film, and the combination...

Today, Guildford Town Centre by Ivanhoé Cambridge is unveiling a partnership with MASSIVart, an esteemed public art firm, to introduce a series of eight larger than life art installations in the Plaza at Entrance 3. This collaboration marks a...

According to Circana, formerly The NPD Group and IRI, sales of toys based on video game properties are outpacing the overall toy industry in Canada. From January through May 2023, video game themed toys have increased by 18%, while the overall toy...

The TVO Today Short Doc Contest announced the winning filmmakers in its 2022-2023 competition. The annual initiative celebrates excellence in short documentaries created by Ontario filmmakers. This year's first place winner is Riel Flack, whose film...

Canadian youth are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis. How did we get here and what solutions are available? Premiering today via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and elsewhere, TVO Today's In Our Heads podcast is a six-part series...

SummerSeries in Trillium Park has an exciting season of programming offering the perfect setting to enjoy music, arts, wellness, and nature. Starting July 1 until late-September, visitors are invited to join in on the fun and support local,...

Iván Cervantes, 5x Enduro World Champion and Triumph Global Ambassador, has officially claimed the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDStm title for ?The greatest distance on a motorcycle in 24 hours (individual)'. Riding a Tiger 1200 GT Explorer on the...

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, TVO Today Live is heading to Ottawa for a special on-stage conversation with the renowned comedian Samantha Bee. She has earned an international following as the host of Full Frontal and a correspondent on The Daily Show. In...

In celebration of National Best Friend Day, Rainbow Hightm, the leading fashion doll brand from MGA Entertainment, Inc. (MGA), today announced the results from a recent survey that explored what qualities both parents and their kids look for when...

Cypress Hill, Action Bronson, Joe Russo's Almost Dead (full two-set show), Lettuce, Stephen Marley, Karina Rykman, and DJs Papa G and Mitch Please are scheduled to headline this inaugural two-day eventPre-sale ticket registration begins with lineup...

Dave & Buster's, the ultimate destination for food, drinks, and entertainment, announces two more significant deals for its global expansion plans. The first deal includes a 15-store partnership in India with the Malpani Group, and the second deal...

FlightHub Group, the Montreal-based online travel technology company, is proud to announce its participation as an ambassador in the 29th edition of the National Circus School (NCS) Fundraising Evening, held on Thursday, June 8. Proceeds from the...

For its 23rd edition, the Festival Mode and Design has evolved to become the M.A.D. Festival to reflect its commitment to offering a more diverse experience to the public by exploring multiple facets of Fashion, Arts, and Entertainment. The M.A.D...

? Dancing with the Stars returns to Citytv followed by all-new high-stakes drama The Irrational and the latest Bachelor franchise spinoff The Golden Bachelor to anchor Mondays, plus new drama Found on Thursdays ? ? Animation Domination Sundays...

Citytv today announces the all-new, one-hour crime drama Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, an adaptation of the legendary Law & Order brand, slated to air on Citytv in Spring 2024. Produced by Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures Inc., in...