May the force be with you on this fine Wednesday as events in Toronto include Star Wars live in concert. Elsewhere, new photography is being exhibited, there's a festival devoted to female artists and people are gathering to talk about Toronto's punk scene in the 80s.
Events you might want to check out:Femme Fest (January 23 @ Supermarket)
This female-focused festival looks to foster community among local musicians with a night of performances by a variety of emerging artists.
Winter Exhibitions Opening Party (January 23 @ Ryerson Image Centre)
A new season of photography is set to be unveiled at this opening party that includes works from Laura Henno's study of Mozambique's migration crisis.
Tomorrow Is Too Late (January 23 @ Henderson Brewing)
Once upon a time, Toronto had a thriving punk scene and this talk looks back at a time in the 80s when punk dominated the musical landscape.
Galette des Rois (January 23 @ Thompson Hotel Toronto)
Calling all kings and queens for this French tradition that involves a slice of King's Cake and opening a ceramic figurine that unlocks more goodies.
Laila at the Bridge (January 23 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Part of the Mental Health Film Series, this documentary tells the story of Laila Haidari and her work in fighting the addiction crisis in Afghanistan.
Within Mirrors (January 23 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Filmmaker Paul Clipson passed away last year, leaving a body of work that pushed the boundaries of experimental film, including Within Mirrors.
Night Shift (January 23 @ Eden Hall)
Dirty techno and disco flair is on to get your feet moving as Night Shift returns with Start Sign, Nahte and Kevin McVey on deck.
Work/Life (January 23 @ Umbra)
With over half the wold's population squeezing into urban areas, new designs explore the changing boundaries between work, home and “life.”
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert (January 23-26 @ Roy Thomson Hall)
Easily the most iconic score in film history is being performed as part of the Star Wars Film Concert Series with the film screened alongside it.
Fine China and A Perfect Bowl of Pho (January 23 - February 10 @ Factory Theatre)
Young Vietnamese Canadian creators are to premiere two works that focus on themes like culture, identity, generational differences and love.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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