Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical, will be hitting Toronto’s Randolph Theatre, beginning January 28, 2025! Photo above features Members of the Original Canadian Company of Stranger Sings! 

After its successful Off-Broadway run, where it won seven BroadwayWorld Awards (including Best Musical), this hilarious ‘80s-infused parody of Stranger Things is making its Toronto debut with an all-Canadian cast (after previously performing at Oshawa’s Regent Theatre this summer). The timing couldn’t be better, with Season 5 of Stranger Things on the horizon too. Even The New York Times has raved about it!

The musical is a fun, campy, and nostalgic romp through Hawkins, Indiana, with the TV series’ memorable characters, catchy songs, and plenty of humor for both superfans and newcomers.

Follow STRANGER SINGS‘ Canadian account for more.

(Photo credit: Sam Moffatt)

Crunchyroll, the global anime brand, together with Aniplex, Sony Music, and PlayStation Productions, today announced a new anime series adapted from Sucker Punch Productions’ award-winning “Ghost of Tsushima” video game and its “Legends” cooperative multiplayer experience inspired by Japanese folktales and mythology.

The Ghost of Tsushima anime will be produced in collaboration with Aniplex, the studio behind globally celebrated series such as Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Solo Leveling, and Sword Art Online. The adaptation will be helmed by Director Takanobu Mizuno, with Gen Urobuchi (NITRO PLUS) for Story Composition and animation by KAMIKAZE DOUGA. Together, the team will bring Ghost of Tsushima: Legends’ traditional samurai aesthetics to life with cinematic storytelling and striking visuals. Sony Music will serve as the strategic music and soundtrack partner for the series.

“This project is a testament to the creative synergy within the Sony family, uniting the expertise of PlayStation Studios and PlayStation Productions; the creative team of Sucker Punch Productions and Aniplex; Sony Music’s iconic global artist roster; and Crunchyroll’s fan-first global marketing and distribution footprint,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. “The Ghost of Tsushima anime will offer fans an exciting new way to experience the game in an anime style that will be bold and groundbreaking.”

“Having already proven the immense quality and versatility of our gaming properties across multiple successful film and television projects, we couldn’t be more excited to announce our first ever anime adaptation,” said Asad Qizilbash, Head of PlayStation Productions. “Ghost of Tsushima’s rich, immersive world and its fantastical Legends mode based on Japanese mythology provide the perfect canvas for this project, and Aniplex is the perfect partner to translate Sucker Punch Productions’ hit video game into a stunning new anime series.”

“We are excited to create new opportunities for our artists to engage with such incredible global IP,” said Tom Mackay, President, Premium Content, Sony Music Entertainment. “Music plays such a key role in the overall audience viewing experience and we are thrilled to be working alongside our Sony partners to develop compelling content for fans around the world.”

The series will premiere exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027. More details, including the creative team and cast, will be revealed in the future. The announcement was made as part of Sony Group Corporation’s CES (Consumer Electronics Show) press conference in Las Vegas.

MICHELIN-recommended French fine dining restaurant, Lucie is thrilled to present La Collab No. 7: An ongoing chef collaboration series, with the first one of 2025 featuring Richmond Station’s chefs Carl Heinrich and Aldous Cheung (pictured left above), and chef Arnaud Bloquel (pictured right above) of Lucie. This one-night-only event on January 23rd, 2025 (hosted at Lucie between 5pm and 9pm – 100 Yonge St; reservations to be made HERE.) will see three culinary masters unite to celebrate Ontario’s local harvest. Experience the perfect marriage of Ontario’s finest local ingredients, expertly elevated with classic French techniques and modern flair. La Collab No. 7 welcomes diners to an unforgettable evening celebrating Ontario’s finest seasonal ingredients.

Chef Carl Heinrich
Founder & Chef, Richmond Station
Carl Heinrich founded Richmond Station in 2012, establishing a focus on local agriculture and sustainability. A celebrated winner of Top Chef Canada Season 2, chef Heinrich has infused his menu with a philosophy rooted in fresh, farm-to-table ingredients. At Richmond Station, Heinrich offers elevated comfort food that highlights Ontario’s finest seasonal produce.

Chef Aldous Cheung
Executive Chef, Richmond Station
Aldous Cheung, the Executive Chef at Richmond Station, is known for his creativity and culinary precision. With a background in fine dining, chef Cheung brings a meticulous touch to every dish, transforming seasonal ingredients into vibrant, flavour-packed creations. His expertise has played a key role in securing Richmond Station’s place as a standout in Toronto’s fine-dining scene.

Chef Arnaud Bloquel
Executive Chef, Restaurant Lucie
Born in Guadeloupe, chef Arnaud Bloquel’s career blends diverse cultural influences with techniques trained from France’s most renowned MICHELIN-starred kitchens. After earning the title of 2018’s Best Master Restaurateur for his restaurant L’Orchidea in the Caribbean, chef Bloquel now leads the kitchen at Lucie, where his contemporary take on French cuisine continues to elevate Toronto’s fine dining scene.

The evening will begin with a welcome glass of Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne, followed by a multi-course dinner, all paired in harmony with the finest seasonal flavours. Guests are promised an immersive dining experience, with the opportunity to engage with the chefs who will share their culinary inspirations behind each dish. Lucie, known for its refined French cuisine and beautiful atmosphere, sets the stage for this special event.

Tickets for La Collab No. 7 are priced at $295 per person, including wine and cocktail pairings and gratuity. Non-alcoholic options are available. Please note, La Collab No.7 is a prepaid event with a fixed menu and dietary restrictions may not be accommodated. The event is for guests aged 19 and over.

Experience an unforgettable evening of culinary excellence and reserve your table HERE.

For inquiries about La Collab No.7, please visit HERE.

A special thank you to the beverage sponsors San Pellegrino and G.H. Mumm Champagne.

How cute is this? Montreal’s MILES THE LABEL has launched a special kids Lunar New Year collection celebrating Year of the Snake.

Available in sizes 3M to 10Y, the collection features versatile pieces designed to layer effortlessly through the final months of winter and into spring while welcoming a year full of adventure and new possibilities.

They also offer the option of purchasing on Sezzle, with free shipping too on orders above $50.

Take a look at some of the collection here.

Inniskillin Vidal Pearl Icewine is the ultimate luxury item for Lunar New Year celebrations, whether as a gift for a host or as a special treat to enjoy with family and friends over a traditional meal.

Regarded as one of the most challenging wines to craft, Inniskillin Icewine begins with grapes meticulously harvested under the cover of night, when temperatures plummet to -12°C amidst the harsh Canadian winter. The grapes are pressed while frozen on the vine, producing a limited yield of intensely concentrated juice that will soon transform into a luxurious Canadian elixir: Inniskillin Icewine. Its opulent sweetness, perfectly balanced by a refreshing acidity, offers a truly decadent and refined experience.

The Vidal Pearl has beautifully integrated flavours of apricot, peach and candied brown sugar, with a rich & long finish which pairs perfectly with both sweet and spicy Chinese New Year favourites like dumplings, Nian Gao and noodle dishes⁠. The limited-edition Inniskillin Vidal Pearl Icewine ‘Year of the Snake’ giftbox is only available for a limited time at LCBO, Wine Rack stores & the Inniskillin Estate leading up to Lunar New Year, so be sure to pick up a bottle (or two) before it’s gone.

Not only is 2025 the Year of the Snake, it’s also Inniskillin’s 50th anniversary. Since receiving Canada’s first winery license after Prohibition on July 31, 1975, Inniskillin has become a Canadian winemaking pioneer. It gained international acclaim in 1991 when its Vidal Icewine won the Grand Prix d’Honneur, changing the global perception of Canadian wine. Today, Inniskillin remains the world’s number one selling Icewine.

KINDA PREGNANT, starring Amy Schumer, arrives February 5, 2025 on Netflix! Note the Trailer is age-restricted.

SYNOPSIS: Jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy, Lainy wears a fake baby bump…and accidentally meets the man of her dreams.

DIRECTOR: Tyler Spindel
SCREENPLAY BY: Julie Paiva and Amy Schumer
STORY BY: Julie Paiva
PRODUCERS: Adam Sandler, Tim Herlihy, Judit Maull, Kevin Grady, Eli Thomas for Happy Madison, Molly Sims for Something Happy Productions, Amy Schumer, Alex Saks for Saks Picture Company
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Barry Bernardi, Michael D. Robins
CAST: Amy Schumer, Jillian Bell, Will Forte, Damon Wayans Jr., Brianne Howey, Alex Moffat, Joel David Moore, Lizze Broadway, Urzila Carlson, Francis Benhamou

Cineplex Pictures release Mel Gibson‘s FLIGHT RISK, starring Mark Wahlberg, in theatres January 24, 2025 Today we present a new Trailer!

Directed by: Mel Gibson
Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, Topher Grace, Monib Abhat, Atanas Srebrev
Synopsis: In this high-stakes suspense thriller, Academy Award® nominee Mark Wahlberg (Actor in a Supporting Role, 2006 – The Departed) plays a pilot transporting an Air Marshal (Michelle Dockery) accompanying a fugitive (Topher Grace) to trial. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone on board is who they seem.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of genre films. Recent titles include The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, and John Wick: Chapter 4.

Zachary Levi and Meghann Fahy star in THE UNBREAKABLE BOY, coming to theatres February 21, 2025 via Cineplex Pictures. Today we get a new Trailer.

Directed by: Jon Gunn
Cast: Zachary Levi, Meghann Fahy, Jacob Laval, Drew Powell, Patricia Heaton, Gavin Warren
Genres: Family, Drama
Synopsis: From Kingdom Story Company, the team behind Jesus Revolution and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Lionsgate, the studio behind Wonder, comes The Unbreakable Boy. When his parents, Scott (Zachary Levi) and Teresa (Meghann Fahy), learn that Austin is both autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry for their son’s future. But with Scott’s growing faith and Austin’s incredible spirit, they become “unbreakable,” finding joy, gratitude, and courage even in the most trying times — an extraordinary true story about a father and son learning together that every day can be the best day of your life!

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of genre films. Recent titles include The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, and John Wick: Chapter 4.

Paramount Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers in Montreal and Vancouver a chance to see SEPTEMBER 5. For those not in these cities, we will offer Cineplex passes to see it at your convenience.

Screenings take place as follows:

MONTREAL – ENGLISH

Date: Wednesday, January 15th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Cineplex Cinemas Forum & VIP

VANCOUVER

Date: Wednesday, January 15th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver

Synopsis:

September 5″ unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows an American Sports broadcasting team that quickly adapted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, “September 5” provides a fresh perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by an estimated one billion people at the time.

At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Geoff unexpectedly takes the helm of the live coverage. As narratives shift, time ticks away, and conflicting rumors spread, with the hostages’ lives hanging in the balance, Geoff grapples with tough decisions while confronting his own moral compass.

DIRECTED BY

Tim Fehlbaum

STARRING

Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, Leonie Benesch, Zinedine Soualem, Georgina Rich, Corey Johnson, Marcus Rutherford, Daniel Adeosun, Benjamin Walker, Ferdinand Dörfler

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Rules and regulations here.

Paramount Pictures Canada release SEPTEMBER 5 Friday, January 17, 2025.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)

Woodbine Entertainment has announced its award-winning docuseries Free Rein, featuring the elite competitors of Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Racing, will return for a second season beginning January 10. ​

Free Rein brings viewers into the races and behind the scenes to follow leading jockeys and trainers on their quests to capture the country’s most prestigious racing titles. ​

The fourth episode of Free Rein’s first season, The World-Class Women of Woodbine, was recognized with a 2024 Hashtag Sports Award. The episode, featuring world-leading female jockey Emma-Jayne Wilson, focuses on the strong presence of women and the unique way that men and women compete alongside one another in horse racing. Other award-finalists included the LPGA, Fox Sports, PUMA, Clemson Athletics and The Players’ Tribune.

“Creating high-quality and accessible content about horse racing, like Free Rein, is crucial to the growth of the sport,” said Woodbine-based trainer Santino Di Paola. “I’d love to see more young people interested in racing, and this is the way to connect with them.”

In the second season of Free Rein, viewers will be captivated by the stories of the rise of Pietro Moran as he follows in his father’s jockey footsteps, Ryan and Kelsey Munger’s passion-driven move to Toronto from South Africa, and a behind-the-scenes look at an unprecedented King’s Plate Day.

“The passion and grit required to find success in horse racing makes for so many compelling stories,” shared Free Rein producer Alanna Nolan. “Our team is so proud to share these stories with both our new and well-acquainted audiences.”

The first episode of Free Rein season 2 will be released on YouTube on January 10. Five more episodes will follow, releasing every three weeks. Stream Free Rein for free on Woodbine’s new YouTube page dedicated solely to storytelling that brings fans closer to the action. Be sure to subscribe: YouTube.com/WoodbineEntertainmentCA ​

Watch the teaser for Free Rein season 2 here:

(Photo/video credit: Woodbine Entertainment Group)