Culture

  Montreal offers locals and visitors European flare and old school charm. With its horse-drawn carriages on cobblestone streets, grand architecture and boutique shops, the vibrant city is alive with endless activities. While it’s known for its dynamic arts and internationally renowned culture scene, Montreal is also recognized as the North’s very own sin city […]

Even though the 2018 Winter Olympics don’t begin until Friday, February 9th, people have already started talking about the Canadian athletes and their chances for medals in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Year in and year out Team Canada stands tall and this year should be no exception. Here are some of our favourite female athletes to keep on eye on this year.

  The 2018 Winter Olympics are almost here! Kicking off on February 9, Canadians across the country are more than ready to cheer on their athletes in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Canada has a very strong delegation at the games and the athletes representing Team Canada will compete against some of the world’s best, and we […]

  On the January 27th debut of their original exhibition on Black culture and identity, the ROM seeks to answer the question of “what comes to mind when you think of Canada or Canadian art?” Through nine feature artists, The Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art installation uniquely explores areas of race, exclusion […]

For the Canadian premiere of Brodsky/Baryshnikov, iconic ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov is performing at Toronto’s Winter Garden Theatre and reading the poems of the late Russian poet and Nobel laureate Joseph Brodsky. Real Style was at the opening night of the one man show, and had a chance to watch the elegant and lithe Baryshnikov from the front seats.

Recently, Real Style had the opportunity to visit the Christian Dior exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. The exhibit, which officially opened to the public on November 25 and runs until March 18, 2018, features Dior pieces from the iconic era of 1947 to 1957.

As the temperatures drop and the skies darken, many social butterflies will be exchanging their usual Saturday nights out for a weekend curled up in front of the fireplace with a book. If you are already a devoted follower of Superwoman or have tuned into Michelle Phan’s beauty videos, you may want to explore their talent further, via a great new read.

To say Guillermo del Toro is an interesting fellow would be putting it lightly. From Pan’s Labyrinth to The Devil’s Backbone and Hellboy, the director has made some of the creepiest, horror and science fiction movies of the last two decades. Now thanks to the AGO and del Toro himself, we are able to catch of glimpse inside his world and see where he gets his inspiration from.

Although festival season is officially behind us and the temperatures are dropping dramatically, November still boasts an impressive lineup for concertgoers in Toronto. Whether you’re a fan of rap, electronic beats or indie music, there are plenty of artists heading to Toronto that you won’t want to miss.

When you think of Simcoe County in central southern Ontario, you may instantly think about skiing or golfing. The Horseshoe Valley is right in the thick of it after, and the landscape it is situated on is perfect for either of those past times. There is much more to the region however, not the least of which are Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay, the two bodies of water it is located between. It’s a place you will want to visit any time of the year, especially if you are looking to get away from the city for a few days.

When one thinks of the Royal Ontario Museum, an image of educational outings may immediately spring to mind.  After all, it’s easy enough to associate the dinosaurs, historic artwork and sculptures with the nostalgia of field trips. However, ROM Friday Night Live aims to officially make a night at the museum cool- by letting the wine flow and adding in a dance floor for good measure.

Set to run until tomorrow, this year’s Vancouver International Film Festival is set to include about 400 films from over 70 countries. Other than the Toronto International Film Festival, which just wrapped earlier this month, VIFF is also considered one of North America’s largest film festivals. From movie buffs to Hollywood stars, the two week long extravaganza is an opportunity for anyone who loves the silver screen to come together, right in Van City. 

Real Style spoke to SiriusXM Top Comic winner Gavin Matts backstage at the JFL42 Comedy Festival in Toronto. From being inspired by names like Dino Archie to finding a home on the stage, the Vancouver comedian spilled on getting the last laugh as the class clown.

Krista Kim’s “Digital Consciousness” art exhibit hits Toronto just in time for Nuit Blanche, and is set to take place at Toronto’s Only One Gallery from September 30 to October 1. Kim is a Canadian-born artist and also a member of the “techism” movement, which aims to reflect today’s digital age through the merge of modern innovation and art.

Nuit Blanche returns to Toronto tomorrow night, and is set to transform the city’s downtown core into an artistic space, filled with contemporary art exhibits and live performances. From sunset to sunrise, Toronto’s streets will be covered in vibrant artwork that is created by Canadian and international artists. The event will feature large scale art projects in bustling public spaces across the city, such as Queen’s Park and Nathan Phillips Square.