Monthly Archives: April 2024

Prelude to Hope

Posted on April 27, 2024 by barczablog

They began with this artistic manifesto: As a collective of artists working within a creative circle associated with the Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra, we have asked ourselves how artists can and should respond to the times we live in. Our answer … Continue reading →

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Spaceman is lightyears away from Operaman

Posted on April 24, 2024 by barczablog

After a friend described Spaceman as Adam Sandler’s best film I had to have a look, especially given that nobody I know takes Sandler seriously, and quite a few grimace at the mention of his name. I recently quoted CS … Continue reading →

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Seraphia closing April 27th

Posted on April 19, 2024 by barczablog

I got some bad news today, when Peter at Seraphia informed me that he will have his last day Saturday April 27th. I can’t properly capture what his Scarborough gourmet shop has meant to me and my family. I’ve been … Continue reading →

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My Little Brony: The Musical

Posted on April 11, 2024 by barczablog

It’s the morning after seeing My Little Brony: The Musical. The music was great, and we laughed a lot. It’s a delightfully enjoyable play. I went into it thinking about reviews and critics, wondering how I would approach a new … Continue reading →

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Gimeno and Moussa: Ligeti, Wagner and Strauss’s Don Quixote

Posted on April 5, 2024 by barczablog

Last night’s brilliant concert at Roy Thomson Hall from the Toronto Symphony was improved by the introductory remarks from Music Director Gustavo Gimeno, explaining his unorthodox choices. The concert may have been titled “R Strauss’s Don Quixote” but Gimeno explained … Continue reading →

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