Wit and wisdom, from all ages
Thursday January 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm
The Lounge at Live Nation Canada
General Admission. All ages are welcome, though please note some content may contain subject matter more suitable for mature audiences.
2 Snooker Street // Accessible entry is available
BURN IT DOWN: STORIES OF WALKING AWAY
Sometimes the bravest move isn’t sticking it out—it’s striking the match and walking away from the wreckage.
This month, our storytellers are sharing the moments they chose to leave: jobs, relationships, cities, old versions of themselves. Maybe it was messy. Maybe it was overdue. Maybe it was the best damn thing they ever did.
Come hear tales of liberation, fallout, and the sweet sound of a door slamming shut behind you.
MEET OUR INCREDIBLE PERFORMERS
Team 20s - Changich Baboth is currently a student at Toronto Metropolitan University and a model based in Toronto, originally from Vancouver. She isn’t afraid to start over and stays true to her authentic self. In high school, Changich actively stood against racism she faced, leading to policy changes and a successful human rights case. She also spent a year interning at the nonprofit Justice for Girls, contributing to work supporting marginalized girls. Since then, she has embraced solo travel, become a passionate advocate for therapy and mental health, and developed a strong sense of independence. Now, she focuses on personal growth and creativity, building a meaningful path forward. Instagram
Team 30s - Amanda Cordner is a multidisciplinary storyteller whose practice ranges from acting and clowning to dance, singing, playwriting, and filmmaking. A two-time Canadian Screen Award nominee, Amanda is celebrated for their bold, electric performances—most notably as 7ven in the acclaimed series Sort Of. Through madonnanera performance, they co-created the plays Body So Fluorescent and Wring the Roses, continuing to build space for daring, embodied narratives. Whether onstage, onscreen, or in audio, Amanda approaches every story with joy, curiosity, and fearless imagination. Instagram
Team 40s - Yacquelin Forero is an educator, leader, and advocate dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through learning, innovation, and human development. With expertise in educational technology and global project management, she brings together strategic thinking, creativity, and a deep commitment to meaningful, sustainable change.Her work focuses on designing learning solutions, strengthening digital awareness, and supporting communities in navigating the challenges of today's online world. She develops programs that promote online safety, digital resilience, and healthy technology use, especially for women and youth. Drawing from lived experience, Yacquelin has transformed adversity into purpose. Her mission is to raise awareness, encourage healing, and inspire others to reclaim their strength and rebuild with confidence. Her voice reflects the belief that every person holds the power to rise, reinvent themselves, and contribute to a more compassionate digital future. Website
Team 50s - Maria Cristina Bruno is a leading voice in the beauty and wellness industry with over 25 years of experience as a skin therapist, educator, and entrepreneur. She is the founder and owner of The FIX Facial Bar, The FIX Method, Facial Mastery Method, and the upcoming Focus Skin Science—a results-driven skincare line that merges clinical innovation with a philosophy of well-aging and aging in power. Through her work, Maria Cristina has redefined the art and business of facial therapy. Her signature education programs, The FIX Method and Facial Mastery Method, empower estheticians and wellness professionals worldwide to master the technical, emotional, and energetic dimensions of touch—elevating both client results and practitioner confidence. Known for her sharp wit, deep expertise, and heart-led leadership, Maria Cristina continues to shape the next generation of facial artists by bridging science, intuition, and the transformative power of human connection. Instagram Website The fix
Team 60s - Cindy Crean Born and raised in Canada, Cindy spent 40 years in Toronto before trading city life for a farm and a new chapter. After a four-decade career in financial services—focused on financial planning, private wealth, advisor support, team leadership, and championing gender diversity—she “retired” from CIBC in 2023 to create a more intentional next phase. A lifelong learner and community-builder, Cindy is happiest outdoors (hiking, cycling, skiing, running) or on a yoga mat, and is now dedicating her time to mentoring, volunteering, and building meaningful connections with like-minded people. She’s been married to John for 34 years and is the proud mom of Madeleine and Austen. Linkedin
Team 70s - Valerie Boyle (Actress/Writer/Performer)
BROADWAY: Mrs. Brill in MARY POPPINS (New York, L.A and Toronto);
Selected credits include: Mother Superior in NUNSENSE (2025 Victoria Playhouse Petrolia); Emma in (2025) - OVER RIVER INTO WOODS; Doris in DORIS & IVY (Huron Country/St.Jacobs) Mrs. Potts, BEAUTY and THE BEAST (Theatre Aquarius, Drayton, Dunfield, Huron Country); Shirley in SHIRLEY VALENTINE (Canadian Tour; Kawartha, Theatre Aquarius, Stage West); Mother Superior NUNSENSE (Canadian Premier, Kawartha Theatre, Theatre Aquarius, Stage West);
PLAYWRIGHT: GROWN ASS*D BROADS TALKING DIRTY (2025 Toronto Fringe) Sophie Tucker in LAST OF RED HOT MAMAS! (Canadian Tour)
FILM/ TV: ALL THAT SHE WANTS - MOW; WITNESS PROTECTION - Pilot; Hallmark’s NOVEL CHRISTMAS; SWING INTO ROMANCE; PICTURE PERFECT ROMANCE; FRIEND TO FIANCÉ. Series: MURDOCH; RUBY & THE WELL; Recurring roles in PRADEEPS of PITSBURGH and TITANS; Series Lead in STRANGE DAYS
ANIMATION: Mrs. Bear/Mrs Pig/Elf in RUPERT THE BEAR; Janice in WYNONA EARP Audio book; Mrs. Turtle in FRANKLIN; Mrs. Halftrack in MONSTER TRUCK