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Laila Biali on her unexpected Grammy journey
Canadian jazz singer and pianist Laila Biali recently caused a stir after her album Wintersongs received a Grammy nomination for best traditional pop…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
For comedian Laura Ramoso, impressions are a form of love
Laura Ramoso is bringing her most personal material yet to her new comedy tour. It’s called The Calm Down Tour, and she’s launching it this month at …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Natasha Mumba wants to change theatre’s “single narrative” about Africa
Canadian actor and playwright Natasha Mumba has described her debut play, Copperbelt, as an “African Succession.” It centres on the Kasubas, a wealth…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Natalie MacMaster on family, love and Cape Breton fiddle music
Natalie MacMaster is a virtuoso Canadian fiddle player from Cape Breton who’s brought traditional East Coast music to the rest of the world. She was …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie the Q Interview
Lifelong best friends and creative partners Jay McCarrol and Matt Johnson began their careers making the viral web series-turned-TV show Nirvanna the…
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Joan Chen is embracing her second act
Veteran actor Joan Chen (The Last Emperor, Twin Peaks) has entered a new phase of her career, earning acclaim for her recent performances in the dram…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Before stand-up, Wally Baram wanted to be a cowgirl
Wally Baram isn’t afraid to overshare. That’s how she carved out a successful career in stand-up comedy, TV writing (What We Do in the Shadows, Shrin…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Aquakultre’s 1783 album celebrates Black history in Nova Scotia
This week, Canadian R&B musician Aquakultre (a.k.a. Lance Sampson) releases his new album, 1783. The title refers to a pivotal year for Afro-Nova Sco…
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Teagan Johnston turned her imposter syndrome into art
About a decade ago, Canadian musician Teagan Johnston was just getting her start in Toronto’s music scene. As her career began to gain momentum and h…
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How Katherine LaNasa turned a hard year into an Emmy win
After more than 30 years on screen, Katherine LaNasa is finally having a breakout moment with her Emmy-winning role on The Pitt. But the road wasn't …
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