Theatre Passe Muraille, Canada’s alternative theatre company for independent and experimental theatrical work, presents the World Premiere for the epic and heartfelt production Blind Dates, which runs from February 13th to March 9th in Toronto.
Performed, written, and composed by the talented Vivian Chong, Blind Dates is a heartfelt solo performance that invites audiences into Vivian’s dating, romance, and self-discovery world. Through her unique lens, Vivian explores love’s highs and lows—unveiling tender, funny, and often surprising stories woven together with her original musical compositions. Her engaging storytelling captures the essence of vulnerability, resilience, and growth.
More About Blind Dates
Blind Dates is an earnest production that will make audiences feel whole and content with their being.
“Blind Dates was inspired by my yearning and desire to make a connection. I want this play to make the audience feel good about themselves. I think it’s a good practice for feeling good and radiant, and you are enough. I hope this is a takeaway for everybody who comes to my show. No matter what happens, we have a lot of beautiful radiance and essence from inside,” says Vivian.
Vivian Chong is a multi-talented artist and advocate whose work spans theatre, music, visual arts, and literature. Her graphic novel Dancing After Ten won the US Library Journal Award and was shortlisted for the Toronto Book Award. Known for her innovative and accessible storytelling, Vivian transforms personal experiences into universally resonant narratives. Her performances, including The Sunglasses Monologue and Dancing with the Universe, have earned her critical acclaim, including a Dora Mavor Moore nomination for Outstanding Performance. Beyond the stage, Vivian is a recognized leader in accessibility and inclusion, with her weekly accessible yoga classes and her work as an audio description consultant reaching communities across Canada.
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Blind Dates (Toronto)
When: February 13th to March 9th,
Where: Theatre Passe Muraille, 16 Ryerson Ave.
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $15. Grab your tickets here.
Accessibility: The entire run is blind-friendly, live-captioned, and has a relaxed environment.