Byron Toben

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Summertime inspires
outdoor jazz and blues

Stephen Barry makes a guest appearance at Mary-Ann Lacey’s August 13 concert. By Byron Toben

Goodby August, welcome
September events

The month’s first weeks are busy with plays, film festivals, a photo exhibition and more. By Byron Toben

Announcing the Goebbels
Annual Big Lie Cup

And the first recipient is... Donald Trump By Byron Toben

Trump jokes pervade Off-JFL shows

A sampling of Off-Just For Laughs offerings. By Byron Toben

Momedy Comedy Part One
opens with a bang

First installment of lecture series explores earlier Jewish comediennes. By Byron Toben

Some cool and smooth jazz
for a hot summer’s night

The Mary Ann Lacey quartet does double sessions both in and out of doors. By Byron Toben

In a Quiet Little Village:
A captivating murder mystery

Enn Raudsepp’s second novel joins the list of good summer reads. By Byron Toben

The Stories Behind the Songs:
Overview from May and June

A look into the musical topics and songs recently explored by Rob Lutes. By Byron Toben

Montreal Fringe 2022:
A resounding success

Frankies Awards honour the best of the Montreal St-Ambroise Fringe Festival. By Byron Toben

North-American premiere
of April Fools at the Segal

Israeli Karen Peles’ adult rock cabaret is a unique experience. By Byron Toben

Cine Gael’s ever-popular
evening of short films

The Vasectomy Doctor bestowed the Audience’s Favourite prize. By Byron Toben

Musings on Festival
Bloomsday Montréal 2022

Event marked the 100th anniversary of the publication of James Joyce’s Ulysses. By Byron Toben
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