You are probably wondering why Soundboard is posting about a horror movie like SAW 3D. Aside from the fact that I think its going to be awesome -- if you watch the Youtube trailer (below), you’ll see that Roy Thomson Hall has a cameo in the film! The movie was actually shot at Metro Square, just outside of the Hall this past March and the Hall is clearly visible the film! We make an appearance in the trailer… well not us but our fabulous building, which was used for wardrobe and artist dressing rooms. This is Roy Thomson Hall’s debut in a horror flick.
The preview looks super exciting and the fact that its in 3D also makes it a must see. It also appears as though they are taking the series to the next level. The synopsis on IMDB says ” As a deadly battle rages over Jigsaw’s brutal legacy, a group of Jigsaw survivors gathers to seek the support of self-help guru and fellow survivor Bobby Dagen, a man whose own dark secrets unleash a new wave of terror.” Sounds scary -- even for this horror buff!
I for one can’t wait to see it! Care to join me for popcorn?
Lisa Bassett is Marketing and New Media Associate at Massey Hall & Roy Thomson Hall
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Today marks 116 years since the debut concert at Massey Hall on June 14, 1894. This first concert featured Handel’s Messiah performed by a 500-voice choir and the 70-member “Grand Festival Orchestra.” Glorious indeed, the Evening Star declared Massey Music Hall (as it was then known) as a “palace” and declared “Splendid Harmony Dedicates a Temple Devoted to the People.”
“Temple” really is a rather perfect word to describe how we feel about this special place and how the city as a whole has felt about it for 116 years. It has been a very significant scene within Toronto and certainly within the larger music community around the world, commanding respect and reverence. Example: leading up to their two-night stand last week, The National declared Massey Hall “one of those famous, iconic places we’ve been dying to someday get to a point where we can play.”
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Some of you have lasting memories from concerts that went down in history. Some of them, likely from shows at Massey Hall. From Neil Young in 1971 to Bob Dylan in 1980 or, and boy I wish I was there for this one, Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker and The Quintet in 1953. Whether you’ve seen Gordon Lightfoot or Herbie Hancock, Van Morrison or Bob Marley…We’ve seen concerts we loved, that left us wanting more and even those that didn’t quite live up to our expectations. The good, the bad, the memorable and the forgettable…if you’ve been in those red velvet seats, there’s a good chance you have your own Massey memories. I’ve seen many shows at Massey Hall and there are certainly a lot of moments that stand out for me. But right here, right now, November 28th, 2008 takes the cake.
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25,000 feet in the air somewhere between Ottawa and Halifax… I am en route to the 39th annual JUNO Awards in St. John’s, Newfoundland along with several others who are clearly on their way to the same destination. In the seat ahead of me is a broadcast journalist, reviewing bios of all the nominated artists. There are two famous bands on board (it always makes me a little nervous getting on an airplane with a famous rock band, makes me think of Buddy Holly etc.) and several people who look conspicuously like they belong in the music industry.
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In the lower level of Massey Hall you’ll find ‘Centuries,’ a fully-stocked bar you can visit pre-show and at intermission of most performances. The room is filled with artefacts illustrating the admirable history of Massey Hall, perhaps most notably the “Decade Panels” that line the entrance corridor to ‘Centuries.’ Starting with 1894-1904, a panel is present for each decade since Massey Hall opened. The panels feature news articles, photographs, programmes and other paraphernalia that aim to give a slice of life at Massey Hall from that period in history. In this column, we look at each decade and highlight some of the items included in these panels. Of course, for a more in-depth look, next time you’re at Massey for a show, head on over to ‘Centuries’ and check them out. This week, we take a look at 1994 – 2004, the final in a series of tributes to Massey Hall’s glorious history. CONTINUE READING >
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In the lower level of Massey Hall you’ll find ‘Centuries,’ a fully-stocked bar you can visit pre-show and at intermission of most performances. The room is filled with artefacts illustrating the admirable history of Massey Hall, perhaps most notably the “Decade Panels” that line the entrance corridor to ‘Centuries.’ Starting with 1894-1904, a panel is present for each decade since Massey Hall opened. The panels feature news articles, photographs, programmes and other paraphernalia that aim to give a slice of life at Massey Hall from that period in history. In this column, we look at each decade and highlight some of the items included in these panels. Of course, for a more in-depth look, next time you’re at Massey for a show, head on over to ‘Centuries’ and check them out. This week, we take a look at 1984 – 1993, the tenth in a series of eleven tributes to Massey Hall’s glorious history.
Massey Hall 1984 – 1993
The late 80s and early 90s remain a special place in many of our hearts – a time filled with hair-crimping irons, leg warmers, and Cyndi Lauper. While we don’t see a presence from Ms. Lauper on this decade panel, the delightful neon colours of yesteryear do show themselves, particularly in the form of a backstage pass for The Beach Boys as well as in a flyer for The Peking Acrobats. On the heels of their massive hit single Take On Me, a-ha performed at Massey Hall on October 16, 1986 (the band returns to Toronto for the first time since then on May 10 2010. CONTINUE READING >
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Each year, individuals from every corner of the planet have come together to shut down, power off and go dark as a gesture and a symbol of our need for conservation. The global phenomenon known as Earth Hour, introduced by the WWF(World Wildlife Fund) in 2007, is a 60 minute reminder to all of us that the earth is precious and that conservation is the key to protecting it. Whether it is taking public transit, turning down the thermostat or planting a tree…there is something that each of us can do to show our commitment to preserving our natural resources.
At Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall we plan on doing our part and join our community by going dark. If you happen to be walking along Shuter on Saturday night, between 8:30 – 9:30pm, you won’t have the neon Massey Hall Marquee to light your way. The Grand Old Lady of Shuter Street will be reducing or turning off the lights, inside and out. Over at Roy Thomson Hall you won’t see the warm glow from our rooftop. The building, it’s marquee and our electronic sign will shut down as the corner of King & Simcoe powers down for one hour. Along with the rest of the city, we want to do our part to not only preserve but to celebrate our planet. CONTINUE READING >
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