All the World’s a Stage
Kids’ Acting Classes
First published 2011.05.19 | Calgary | Family Life
Let’s face it—kids are born with a flare for the dramatic. Dramatic Play is another thing altogether. During the toddler years, role-playing games (playing house, teacher, fireman, etc.) help...read more

Just the Ticket
The Railway Children
First published 2011.05.12 | Toronto | Out & About
Taking the kids to the theatre might have seemed like a lofty aspiration (akin to sleeping past 6 am). But kids grow up, and though it can be bittersweet, there are benefits.  Celebrate the dawn...read more

The Spring Scene
Spring Break Theatre Productions
First published 2011.03.03 | Vancouver | Out & About
Prologue It’s a dark and stormy day during Spring Break in Vancouver and the kids are climbing the walls. Mom walks in flourishing tickets to a fun kids’ show. The kids squeal with delight. Entire...read more

Oh, the Drama!
Holiday Plays and Concerts
First published 2010.12.02 | Calgary | Out & About
Back in the olden days (read: our youth) when we didn’t have 152 channels, seeing a live show was a huge event. These days it still is, so go old school and take your family to a live performance of...read more

Theatrical Traditions
Local Holiday Theatre Productions
First published 2010.11.18 | Vancouver | Out & About
Reality check: the holidays are almost here, and to ensure we actually enjoy the season, a few advance plans are necessary. A trip to the theatre is a great family tradition. So for a family-friendly...read more

Better than Band Camp
Summer Camp Ideas
First published 2010.06.03 | Vancouver | Family Life
Our little Einsteins are all growing up so fast. After a tiring year of sorting, patterning and finger painting, it’s time to learn some real-life skills. And while summer camp choices abound, we’ve...read more

Catching Culture
Current Cultural Events
First published 2010.01.21 | Vancouver | Out & About
Not only is our February calendar brimming with the Games, ceremonies and street parties, but lots of super-sized cultural events are making a big splash in Vancouver’s rain puddles while the world...read more

Cultural Mama
Bear With Me
First published 2009.01.15 | Toronto | Out & About
It’s a big cultural entity, our city, and every night there are interesting events happening throughout. Theatres are playing and musicians are performing everywhere. But when was the last time you...read more