Movies
Worldwide Short Film Festival The acclaimed festival of the best shorts from around the world continues at various venues until Sunday. See roundup.
Stage
Next To Normal A strong cast performs the challenging Pulitzer Prize-winning musical about how a woman’s mental illness affects her family. Previews tonight before tomorrow’s opening at the Tarragon Extra Space. See listing.
The InspiraTO Festival The fest of 10-minute plays continues at the Alumnae until Sunday. See listing.
Music
How To Dress Well The R&B-inspired experimental pop musician performs at the Drake tonight. To get you in the mood, check out this free mixtape he just dropped. See listing.
Art
Canadian studio potters panel Ceramicists Thomas Aitken, Scott Barnim, Robin Hopper and Roger Kerslake discuss their connections to British studio pottery in conjunction with the Gardiner Museum’s new show Connections: Canadian And British Studio Ceramics, which complements its Rule Britannia show of traditional British wares. See listing.
Doc Now This festival of exhibits and screenings showcases the work of students graduating from Ryerson’s master’s program in documentary media. Receptions happen tonight for shows that include photo, video and mixed-media projects at 80 Spadina’s I.M.A. Gallery, Toronto Image Works and two temporary gallery spaces (here and here) in the building.