Jon Kaplan Fund

Providing financial support to Canadian theatre makers since 2018.

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

A message from Don Cole - thank you to all supporters of the JKLF over the past five years 🩷 https://t.co/G1HNg3ISUV

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

The Jon Kaplan Legacy Fund is now in its sixth year. Our awards and grants have made a difference to the lives of many theatre artists. Thank you for remembering Jon and helping his legacy of kindness live on: https://t.co/XhIHMIa9Rb

[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

WELCOME TO NEXT STAGE 2023 - WE SPREAD OUR WINGS. At the historic Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, enjoy six theatrical productions in this exceptionally rich and experimental season. Tickets and passes on sale now https://t.co/akApCKYqIT. See you there! #NSTF #fringeTO #theaTO

[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

The second round of reviews from the 2023 Toronto Fringe New Young Reviewers is now on @intermissionmag! Thanks to @fund_jon for supporting this program.
https://t.co/VETw0U3RO6

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

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[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

The New Young Reviewers Program, supported by the Jon Kaplan Legacy Fund, is a workshop series and writing group for emerging theatre and performance reviewers Canada-wide.

Read their first round of #FringeTO 2023 reviews at @intermissionmag: https://t.co/0fBD4eM15O

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

We are so proud to support this program in Jon's honour - pease read and support these amazing young reviewers!

[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

Led by Signy Lynch and Stephanie Fung, the New Young Reviewers Program is a workshop series and writing group for emerging theatre and performance reviewers across Canada. Thanks to @fund_jon for supporting this program!
https://t.co/0fBD4eM15O

[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

Calling indie artsworkers of all kinds! Join us tonight 5-9pm at POSTSCRIPT for the Indie Community Mixer, cohosted by @TAPA_TO's Indie Caucus, for a casual evening of conversation and connection with your peers.

[Toronto Fringe @Toronto_Fringe]

Looking for #FringeTO Reviews? Check Out:

@CTCAreviews
@BWW_Toronto
@TORGuardian
@EditorStageDoor
@TorontoStar
@AVuefromtheBox
@intermissionmag
@MyEntWorld
@IstvanDugalin
@partonandpearl
@OurTheatreVoice

[Intermission @intermissionmag]

Guess where weeeee are! 🌟

We have a fantastic group of critics reviewing @Toronto_Fringe! We'll be sharing our reviews on our website at the end of the Fringe, but until then, follow along HERE for bite-sized, real-time reviews of Toronto's favourite theatre festival! 🧵

[Necessary Angel @necessaryangel]

Don't miss out on our immersive audio experience The Great Fire - very limited tickets available June 14-16 at the Elgin & Winter Garden Theatre - lobby: https://t.co/NIv46mG9iA

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

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[Joe Szekeres @SzekeresJoe]

Honoured to sit here this afternoon. I never met Jon and I wished I did. ⁦@fund_jon⁩ ⁦@stratfest⁩

[Necessary Angel @necessaryangel]

The Great Fire returns to Toronto June 14-16! Our immersive, audio experience is popping up at the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre. Tickets are only $20 but space is limited: https://t.co/dNHjXp6Dr3

[DoraMavorMooreAwards @DoraAwards]

Voting now OPEN for Jon Kaplan Audience Choice Award! Make YOUR pick for this year's winner: https://t.co/pf7wDUAhEz #Doras2023 @TheaTO @fund_jon

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

"This has been the most diverse and one of the most exciting theatre seasons in Toronto stage history. And what better way to top it off than with the announcement of the winners of the fifth annual Jon Kaplan Legacy Fund Theatre Awards?" Thank you, @glennsumi ♥️

[Glenn Sumi @glennsumi]

New SO SUMI newsletter includes a bunch of news & reviews: @RickMillerActor's BOOM X, @coalminetheatre's THE SOUND INSIDE & winners of @fund_jon Awards. Plus I'm giving away 3 copies of the new Andrew Rannells book, courtesy of @PenguinRandomCA! https://t.co/8h4eULxfe2

[Jon Kaplan Fund @fund_jon]

Look at these amazing artists! Congratulations to the recipients of this year's Jon Kaplan Legacy Fund theatre awards - https://t.co/j6UV5F13ug

[Glenn Sumi @glennsumi]

Attention Toronto theatre, comedy, dance, drag, performance artists: Are you putting on a live show during Pride Month? If so, please send info to SoSumiContact at gmail dot com. I'm compiling a list of shows. This year visibility and support feel more important than ever.

[Glenn Sumi @glennsumi]

ICYMI here’s my piece for @torontoverse on 5 bars and cafés in Toronto theatres worth visiting even if you’re NOT seeing a show. @crowstheatre @buddiesTO @comedybar @SecondCityTO #TheatreCentre https://t.co/lgx8oQI5zo

[Rungh.Means.Colour @RunghCulture]

@RunghCulture seeks #IBPOC theatre reviewers. We pay $250-350. Pitch an idea.
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@TorontoArts @fullcirclefnp
@WhyNotTheatreTO
@tarragontheatre @ACTRAnational @obsidiantheatre
Pictured: Natasha Mumba Photo: Dahlia Katz

[Glenn Sumi @glennsumi]

It's another big week of openings in Toronto theatre. Check them out in my Toronto Theatre Listings, and subscribe for regular updates, reviews & news. https://t.co/f9sA2PzCcT

[Glenn Sumi @glennsumi]

I've updated the Toronto Theatre Listings section of SO SUMI. It's a very busy opening week, including shows @Soulpepper @FactoryToronto @buddiesTO @beyondwallsTPM @canadianstage and @NativeEarth. Plus lots of shows currently on - with links to reviews. https://t.co/f9sA2PzCcT