THE SIT DOWN - interview with miriam fernandes

Director of Hayavadana, Miriam Fernandes, sits down with Emma Stenning to discuss how this fantastical play is a meeting of Ancient and Contemporary and the East and West as it weaves together ancient Indian theatre traditions, all while remaining so relevant to audiences right now.

Cameron's Picks

Co-Head of the Toronto International Film Festival, Cameron Bailey, recommends his top Indian film for you to check out.

Gully Boy by Zoya Akhtar.

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Restaurant Recommendations from Toronto LiFE

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INDIAN CUISINE OFFER FROM TORONTO LIFE

Dive into the world of Indian myths and cuisine with Door2Door Fresh’s curated Hayavadana collection. Created in partnership with Toronto Life Insider to celebrate the premiere of our audio drama Hayavadana – this curated collection includes everything you need to get started with Indian cooking.

Enjoy 25% off Indian cuisine delivered right to your door through the TL Insider Chef's Pantry. Simply apply promo code TLINSIDER at checkout. 

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Spotlight from TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF AUTHORS - Anosh Irani

Keeping in touch, both figuratively and physically, is a challenge during times of isolation; while physical touch – and what we touch – is now a source of fear and anxiety for many. The Dutch phrase “skin hunger” has come to prominence in recent months, encapsulating these feelings.

For the 2020 Festival, TIFA presented Skin Hunger: a new writing commission featuring original works by internationally renowned writers, in reflection on what we’ve all felt and suffered during the COVID-19 crisis. Featured here is Indo-Canadian writer Anosh Irani, reading his Skin Hunger piece, titled Ezekiel’s Scorpion.

JLF Toronto - 2020 festival highlights

The Jaipur Literary Festival in Toronto has been an important showcase for South Asia’s unique literary heritage and Canada’s diverse literary legacy, while also celebrating the richness of its landscape, people and cultures. Learn more about the Festival here.

The 2020 JLF Toronto Festival was held online, and features an incredible line-up of authors and talks.

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SPOTLIGHT FROM SMALL WORLD MUSIC -Toronto Tabla Ensemble

The Toronto Tabla Ensemble beautifully integrate the mastery of the tabla with so many different rhythms, sounds and flavours from around the world. It's been a pleasure to work with them and see them expand their organisation to serve our community and youth.

Toronto Tabla Ensemble (TTE) is a unique and multifaceted arts organization dedicated to promoting the North Indian classical art of tabla. The organization is led by founder and artistic director Ritesh Das, who oversees the organization’s artistic vision, educational curriculum, and production activity. Since 1991, the Toronto Tabla Ensemble has mesmerized audiences using the rhythms and grooves of North India to collaborate with music and dance from around the world. The organization also established the Toronto Tabla Youth Ensemble (TTYE) with the aim of becoming one of the elite pre-professional training and performance groups for youth percussionists aged 8-16.

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ART ATTENTION FROM THE AGO

Zavette Quadros-Evangelista, Associate Curator of School Programs & Early Learning at the Art Gallery of Ontario shares two pieces of art from their collection, The Taj Mahal and Gardens, Agra, from the Entrance Gate (1865) & The Taj Mahal, Agra, from the Fountain (1865), from Indian Views, Samuel Bourne

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