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1 week ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

The Wedding BanquetWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 102 mins. When: Fri., April 18Genre: Rom-comRating: NNN (out of 5)Why you should watch: A feel good, gentle comedy of friendship and community that could be a queer FriendsTHE WEDDING BANQUET  is like an extended episode of Friends except all the adorable cast members are gay.

1 week ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Who: Goldie BoutilierWhere: Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen St. W. When: Wed., April 9Vibe: Loving fan send-off to act heading to stardomHighlight: Her version of Bang Bang proves a satisfying surpriseRating: NNNN (out of 5)RAPIDLY RISING East Coast Canadian indie pop singer Goldie Boutlier is ready for her star moment — in fact, she intends to seize it with both hands and not let go until it delivers her to the front of stages all over the world.

2 weeks ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Your Friends and NeighborsWhere: Apple TV+What: Miniseries, nine episodes, 55 mins. When: Two episodes Fri., April 11; new episodes FridaysGenre: DramaRating: NNNN (out of 5)Why you should watch: Jon Hamm is back playing a compelling scoundrel who resorts to stealing from his rich neighbours, exposing more about the elite than just where their silverware is hidden in the process.

1 month ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

What: Duel CitizensWhere: Second City, 110 Harbour St.When: Now until TBAHighlight: Conor Bradbury as enraged restaurant manager asked to serve brunch just before closingRating: NNNN (out of 5)Why you should go: Solid cast of Second City veterans deliver a laugh-packed show, not afraid to get political. A SOLID CAST of returning Second City performers delivers a laugh-packed show, Duel Citizens, that’s not afraid to be political with no comic letdowns throughout its fast-paced performance.

1 month ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Snow WhiteWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 109 mins. When: Fri., March 21Genre: FantasyRating: NNN (out of 5)Why You Should Watch: Determined to make a modern, less problematic, take on an animated classic, Disney does a decent job with this live-action Snow White.