Under the direction of Emma Bartolomucci, Toronto based dance company Dance Fachin creates narrative driven works that make dance theatre accessible and engaging. In their newest piece, The Fourth R, Dance Fachin fuses climate science, dance, and video projections into an energizing presentation that addresses global warming. We chatted with Emma about The Fourth R and its mission to inspire young people to become climate advocates for the planet.
Read More“I'm a big fan of horror movies and of that whole aesthetic, says Toronto bred multi-instrumentalist, whose debut EP is like a haunting dream.
Read MoreInitiated in 2021, Pinch Cabaret is a contemporary take on the cabaret nightclub scene, bringing together the performers of today in a fun-packed variety show located in Kitchener, Waterloo. We spoke with the founder, host, and curator of Pinch Cabaret, Ben Gorodetsky, to find out what Pinch Cabaret is all about!
Read MoreGood riddance Winter 2022. Come closer Spring. A selection of Toronto tunes, curated by the Purple Glow team.
Read MoreInTEXTigator 3: The Line of the Four endeavours to unpack this complex human to tech tethering. In many ways, most principally by centralizing an A.I. character, InTEXTigator 3: The Line of the Four goes where previous crime mysteries have never gone before. It gives us a first glimpse into what a buddy-detective duo could look like today if one of the detectives was a bodiless, pixelated A.I.
Read MoreAidan Tooth is a Toronto-based dance artist; however, she wears more than one hat. She is also a self-taught photographer, currently making waves in the Toronto art-dance-photography scene. Keep reading to hear about Aidan’s story and how she followed her passions, leading her to where she is today.
Read MoreGive the gift of local art, apparel, and crafts this holiday season while supporting Indigenous Artisans and strengthening representation within the Toronto arts community!
Read MoreWhile studios and schools remain closed, moving around furniture has become the typical warm up for many dancers as space at home is scarce. Yet, The Playground Project has found a way to create and cherish space in a time when it is lacking.
Read MoreThe intersection of dance and digital art found me. I have always been curious about video art and animation; when I stopped dancing it felt like a natural progression for me.
Read MoreNeed some new music? The Purple Glow team has put together a playlist of 2021 new releases from Toronto bands. FInd it on Spotify or scroll down to listen!
Read MoreJoshua Gallina, the creative director behind Bloody Nails Cinema and A Fake Cowboy, discusses new short film “The Greatest Shame”, telling a compelling story without dialogue, and using art to explore and express identity.
Read MoreAs this garbage fire of a year comes to a close, our winter celebrations may look different, but nothing can knock our holiday spirit.
Read MoreToronto artist, Ben Maclean, just released his new double singles “Elixir” and “Dragonfruit”, and we’re here to give you the inside scoop behind the process and inspiration for them.
Read MoreWith timelessness as the primary ethos of his production, HMLT blends electronic sound design with traditional instruments, striving to create something that parents and future generations alike can resonate with. Music that will still be relevant in twenty years.
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