Cabbagetown: Kiwanis presented by the Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club

Kiwanis is an international service club founded in 1915. "Kiwanis tries to serve children and youth using two approaches. One attempts to improve the quality of life directly through activities promoting health, education, etc. The other tries to encourage leadership and service among youth". Based on that description, it is clear that Kiwanis and the Tennessee Project are a match made in heaven. All those involved with the project (especially the organizers) exemplify leadership and service in our communities. Tennessee Project members are not only role spectacular role models but their hard work and dedication to the project is truly inspirational. Not to mention the fact that theatre is a great activity for anyone and everyone to take part in! It's a great way to get some exercise, create bonds and develop leadership skills.

This venue is located in Cabbage Town and let me tell you - it's gorgeous. I would strongly suggest walking through the neighbourhood and taking the time to admire all the gorgeous houses. There are also beautiful little roads that you could miss if you aren't paying attention. The walk down Spruce Street towards Kiwanis is quite picturesque! Once you get there, walk up the stairs on the right and head to the multipurpose room on the left. This is a great space to do a show in. It's quite large and the acoustics aren't too bad either!

Closest subway stop: Castle Frank - take the 65 bus south to Carlton Street and take a left onto Spruce Street.

OR take the 506 Gerrard Streetcar to Sumach St and walk North to Spruce Street.

Date: Saturday, May 5th

Address: 101 Spruce Street (Gerrard and Sumach)

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St. Clair West - Galleria 814

Located in St. Clair West, Galleria 814 is our 4th stop on this tornado....uhhh I mean... on this whirlwind tour. Similar to the other found spaces we are performing in, this spot has it's own quirks - but unlike the other spots, our action will take place in front of a large window facing the street. This offers a different view for the audience, as well as new challenges for the actors. Hopefully no audience members' eyes will be straying to the street where all the beautiful people are walking by!

Speaking of those passersby, imagine what they'll be thinking as they walk by and see a set, actors and an audience staring back at them. Much like the framed paintings and photographs on the interior of Galleria 814, this action will be framed by the large exterior window. Talk about voyeurism! Pretty fitting though, since this is a gallery.

Getting there is a cinch! Take the subway to St. Clair West station, hop on the streetcar going west and exit at Arlington Avenue. To get your bearings straight, this is just a few blocks from Wynchwood Barns. St. Clair West is a very vibrant neighbourhood with plenty of stores to check out. If you get there early, why not get a hair cut or maybe just buy a wig! The options are endless.

Closest subway stop: St. Clair West, then take the streetcar west and exit at Arlington Avenue and make a left.

Close to: Wynchwood Barns

Date: Friday, May 4th

Address: 814 St. Clair Avenue West

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North York: The Gibson House Museum in partnership with the City of Toronto

The Gibson house was built in 1851 by David Gibson, a land surveyor. The exterior is "Georgian Style" - however the interior is decorated to reflect life in York in the 1800's. Much like Archie Lee, Gibson was a bit of  a shit disturber and actually participated in the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837 and fled to the United States with his family for 11 years. I can definitely imagine good ol' Archie Lee finding a way to get kicked out of Mississippi, let me tell ya!

Just to give you an idea, in the 1850's in Mississippi, cotton was at it's peak, plantation owners were using slaves and the population of the state was rapidly growing. Our play is set in the 1940s though... but this will definitely be an interesting spot to see Archie Lee and Baby Doll battling it out with Aunt Rose! Perhaps it will give them all a touch of class.

Another interesting tidbit: Some people say this spot is haunted. A man with a big top hat has been spotted at the front window of the house many times and apparently there are a lot of cold spots throughout the house but particularly in the parlor - where Mr. Gibson used to sit. You definitely want to check this out and see if it's true!

Closest subway stop: North York Centre Station

Close to: The North York Civic Centre

Date: Thursday, May 3rd

Address: 5172 Yonge Street

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