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5 GUYS CHILLIN’ uses words from real men on Grindr to weave a story about addiction and the increased incidents of chemsex related crime. Produced by the Toronto-based theatre company Theatre Topikós, this is a play by Peter Darney that covers one of the most important public health crises of the 21st century. Previews Wednesday, opens Nov. 16 and runs until Nov. 25 ($20 at 647-870-9434). Kensington Hall, 56 Kensington Ave. BAT OUT OF HELL: THE MUSICAL Don’t miss Jim Steinman’s musical about a young, rebellious leader Strat who falls in love with Raven, the beautiful daughter of the most powerful man in post-apocalyptic Obsidian. Rated 2.5 stars (out of 4) by the Star, with Karen Fricker saying the cast’s talent and enthusiasm are undeniable. Until Jan. 7, 2018 ($29-$139 at 416-8721212). Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria St. DAUGHTER is a darkly satirical piece about a father and the complexities of the human experience, being raised in a patriarchy and confronting his new identity as a patriarch/father. A provocative one-man show about toxic masculinity, “No one was was unmoved by Lazarus’s monologue,” says the Star’s Carly Maga. Co-produced by the Theatre Centre and QuipTake with Pandemic Theatre. Until Nov. 19 ($17-$30, with limited rush pwyc previews available but only in cash, at 416-538-0988). Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W. DISGRACED A simple New York dinner party or a shattering cultural collision? This play explodes into a battle of identity politics when talk turns to politics and religion. Presented by Mirvish/Hope And Hell Theatre Co., by Ayad Akhtar. Previews from Saturday, opens Tuesday and runs to Nov. 26 ($39-$92 at 416-872-1212). Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge St. EVIL DEAD THE MUSICAL takes the best bits from the classic cult films The Evil
Dead, Evil Dead 2 and Army of Darkness to create a crazy, hilarious and bloody funny musical. Don’t forget to book your tickets in the Splatter Zone if you want to be covered in fake blood. Until Nov 19 ($39.95$89.95 at 416-924-2243). Randolph Theatre, 736 Bathurst St. GREASE THE MUSICAL is a revival of
Grease, the greatest high school rock musical ever written. Jump into the ‘50s with a gifted young cast that will dance and sing the night away. Until Dec. 10 ($29-$159 at 416-314-2901). Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge St. LO (OR DEAR MR. WELLS) is a feminist retake on the student/teacher relationship, wrestling with burgeoning sexuality and consent, literature and passion, right and wrong. Written by Rose Napoli, who the Star describes as having “the gifts of sharp, believable dialogue, captivating imagery and deeper thematic resonances that many writers far more experienced lack.” Until Nov. 11 ($20-$25 at 647-341-7390). Streetcar Crowsnest, 345 Carlaw Ave. LIFE ETERNAL is an Indian classical dance production presented by the Janak Khendry Dance Company, focusing on ancient truths embraced by Jain, Hindu and Buddhist philosophies. Until Saturday ($25-$35 at 416-973-4000). Fleck Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. MARINE LIFE Activist Sylvia is torn between her own environmental extremism and falling in love with a man who has a big secret: a dependency on plastic. A romantic comedy that asks whether you should try to save the world or save yourself. Written and directed by Rosa Laborde and produced in collaboration with Aluna Theatre. Previews until officially opening Nov. 16 and runs until Dec. 17 ($22-$60 at 416-531-1827). Tarragon Theatre, 30 Bridgman Ave. TRACE This one-man chamber play by Jeff Ho follows the story of three generations of mother and son, from the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong to Canada in the 21st century. Original piano compositions, lyrical text and a superb performance all help to express the lasting implications of sacrifice across generations. In association with b current performing arts. Previews Saturday, opens Nov. 16 and runs until Dec. 3 ($30-$50, previews $20, at 416-504-9971). Factory Theatre, 125 Bathurst St. WEESAGEECHAK BEGINS TO DANCE 30 is a festival of Indigenous work, with Native Earth Performing Arts celebrating its 35th anniversary as the professional Indigenous theatre company on Turtle Island. Enjoy new works and works-in-development in theatre, dance and music. Wednesday until Nov. 25 ($15, festival pass $60, at 416-238-2453). Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St. E. THE WINTER’S TALE Shakespeare’s tale of loss, redemption, love and family is presented by the National Ballet of Canada and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon. Rated 4 out of 4 stars and called “a spectacular work . . . packed with inventive steps and spectacular scenic effects” by the Star. Opens Friday and runs until Nov. 19 ($39-$265 at 416-345-9595). Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W.