VISUAL ARTS
ALL IN THE FINGERTIPS
This third annual fundraiser and casual art open house is a night of art and music. Taking place from 12-4 p.m. and then again from 7-10 p.m. Artists in attendance, so come socialize and hear them speak about their art. Live musical performances by members of the blind and visually impaired community, plus food and drinks. Jumblies Theatre (132 Fort York Blvd., 416-203-8428). Saturday.
ANTHROPOCENE illustrates the human impact left on the planet, by photographer Edward Burtynsky and filmmakers Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416979-6648). Until Jan. 6, 2019.
BELIEVE is a group exhibition with 16 artists providing perspectives on how we believe and perceive, touching upon some of the fundamental issues of our times, while laying out the beliefs and systems that inform our values and behaviours. Museum of Contemporary Art (158 Sterling Rd., 416-5302500). Until Jan. 6, 2019. DISCOUNTED HISTORIES This feature exhibit is presented by Myseum, containing objects and artifacts from Toronto’s retail past and present. An exhibit with historical and contemporary threads intertwined to reimagine new narratives. Toronto Media Arts Centre (32 Lisgar St., 647-689-6005). Until Nov. 30. HAPPY PLACE This Pop-Up Phenomenon has finally made it’s way to Toronto after sold-out runs in L.A. and Chicago. An interactive, immersive exhibit with multisensory themed rooms and massive installations. Tickets $32.50$39.50. Harbourfront Centre (245 Queens Quay W., Happyplace.me). Until Jan. 1, 2019.
MAKING HISTORY: THE WOMEN OF FRANKIE DRAKE
MYSTERIES is an exhibition based off of the popular CBC fictional television drama (from the producers of the Murdoc Mysteries), featuring period photos, props and costumes. Spadina Museum (285
Spadina Rd., 416-392-6910). Until Dec. 31. MANOLO BLAHNIK: THE
ART OF SHOES is a travelling exhibition by one of the world’s most predominant fashion industry figures. Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W., 416-979-7799). Until Jan. 6, 2019. OBSESSION: SIR WILLIAM VAN HORNE’S JAPANESE CERAMICS Collector Sir William Van Horne (1843-1915), the builder of the Canadian Pacific Railway, adored Japanese ceramics. Gardiner Museum (111 Queen’s Park, 416-586-8080). Until Jan. 22, 2019. TORONTO POTTERS 20TH BIENNIAL JURIED EXHIBITION The Toronto Potters are showcasing 40 works from 24 local artists in the Gardiner Shop. Highlighting the exceptional work produced by community potters and ceramists in the world today. Gardiner Museum (111 Queen’s Park, 416-586-8080). Until Nov. 15.
UNEARTHED TALES is an exploratory group show by visual artists Lisa Johnson, Joseph Muscat, Keijo Tapanainen and Holly Wheatcroft, all with distinctly different styles in various mediums. Told through individual narratives, this show expresses various interpretations of the process of ‘uncovering’ or ‘unearthing’. Don’t miss the Opening Reception tonight from 6-10 p.m.! Propeller Gallery (30 Abell St., 416-504-7142). Until Nov. 18.