Wednesday is here and events in Toronto today are not waiting until the weekend to get heated as Indie Horror Fest kicks off and a queer comedy festival is on. Two artists have envisioned the city overgrown by nature and a bodybuilding legend Thor is here.
Events you might want to check out:Toronto Overgrown with Nature (June 12 @ MOCA)
Artists Lisa Jackson and Mathew Borrett take a look at what the city would look like overgrown by nature that serves as example of Indigenous futurism.
Tank and The Bangas (June 12 @ Mod Club)
Mixing funk, soul, hip-hop and spoken word, New Orleans' Tank and The Bangas' sound is a smooth and sensual musical trip.
Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (June 12 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Considerd Bollywood’s first lesbian love story, this special screening includes trans filmmaker Gazal Dhaliwal in to chat about representation.
Rock N Roll Nightmare and Return of the Thunderhawk (June 12 @ The Royal Cinema)
Thor, The Legendary Rock Warrior, is dropping by for a Q&A during this double bill stacked with bodybuilding blood, sweat and tears.
Bad Waitress (June 12 @ Monarch Tavern)
NXNE and Royal Mountain Records are teaming up for a special showcase of local punk with Bad Waitress, NOBRO, Dish Pit and Weak Hands.
The Corporate Coup D'Etat (June 12 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Calling all policy wonks for this special talk on how the income gap has widened with corporations gaining increasing control over public policy.
Mega Ramen Challenge (June 12 @ Kinton Ramen)
The lord of all mega ramens has returned with a Godzilla-inspired bowl that, if finished, will land the champion a free meal, t-shirt and movie ticket.
We're Funny That Way Festival (June 12-15 @ Tarragon Theatre)
Catch a big showcase of local queer comedians with tickets $5-$50 or pay what you want, with all proceeds going to support queer organizations.
Indie Horror Fest (June 12-15 @ Eyesore Cinema)
Back again is this annual film festival dedicated to indie horror flicks with films from local international filmmakers specializing in scares.
The Rise and Fall of Dataman (June 12-16 @ Bad Dog Comedy Theatre)
Comedian Ian McIntyre uses sketch to take the absurdities of office life, explore the boundaries of silliness and showcase the sadness behind the clown.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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