Hailed for bringing underappreciated art forms to the forefront of design, leading creative visionary Frank Michael fuses his work with urban culture and historical landmarks. The Toronto-born artist’s latest project Heartless, which follows rapper and record producer Kanye West’s hit song, is not so much callous as it is captivating. Finding beauty within graffiti, skateboarding …
Crowds gathered on August 22nd, 2009, to watch the excitement of the annual Polo for Health event, hosted at the Upper Canada Polo Fields. The experience was loaded with entertainment and featured three intense polo games and an award ceremony. Players included Justin R. Fogarty, co-owner of the gorgeous property and his 18-year-old daughter, who …
Giorgio Armani returned as the presenting sponsor of Luminato’s opening night party, hosting 1,200 VIP guests in an all-black lounge at Canada’s National Ballet School. The party took place in a series of studios throughout the venue, with each room offering guests a distinct vibe that showcased the festival’s eclectic, artsy spirit. A number of …
The 30th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, which celebrate excellence in Toronto theatre, dance and opera, were handed out in a star-studded ceremony at Toronto’s elegant Winter Garden Theatre, hosted by the celebrated CBC Radio host Jian Ghomeshi. The festivities also included a VIP Patrons Reception, held at the Rosewater Supper Club, and an after-party …
Celebrated Chef Marc Thuet and his business partner Biana Zorich recently held a star-studded dinner to celebrate the completion of the apprenticeship program for the new Conviction staff of ex-convicts. Launched in May, Conviction Restaurant’s mission is a social experiment designed to empower some of society’s most disadvantaged members, all while providing customers with an …
Lifford Wine Agency, in partnership with presenting sponsor Harry Rosen, hosted the third annual Boys’ Night Out event at the Fermenting Cellar in the Distillery District. The popular evening is a celebration of guy’s stuff, like hot cars, boats, golf, steaks and music, disguised as a sophisticated wine tasting! Proceeds from the evening will benefit …
