Table 6ix Podcast

Toronto is entering a new chapter. 🎬

On this episode of Table 6ix, Geoff Macnaughton, VP of Market Programming at TIFF, joins us to discuss the launch of the TIFF Market, what it means for the future of storytelling, and why Toronto is uniquely positioned as a global creative hub.

From film and television to creators and innovation, it’s a conversation about where the industry is headed next.

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“There’s something special about finding another Canadian out there.”

Matt Raffy reflects on what it means to represent Canadian talent on some of the world’s biggest stages, and why supporting one another never stops, no matter where your career takes you.

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& Juliet is playing at Toronto’s Royal Alexandra Theatre until August 30.

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“I was here to listen to Britney. I’m bawling my eyes out three songs in.””

Matt Raffy shares why & Juliet is so much more than a jukebox musical. Beneath the iconic pop soundtrack is a story about self-acceptance, identity, love, and finding your own path.

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& Juliet is playing at Toronto’s Royal Alexandra Theatre until August 30.

Representation, resilience, and chasing big dreams.

In this episode of Table 6ix Podcast, Matt Raffy of & Juliet shares his journey from discovering his place in theatre to becoming part of the original Broadway cast of one of the world’s biggest musicals.

From the importance of seeing yourself reflected on stage to navigating auditions, rejection, and the realities behind a performing career, Matt offers an honest look at what it takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.

They also reflect on the power of community, the evolution of representation in theatre, and why & Juliet continues to resonate with audiences of all ages.

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20 years. 20 unforgettable moments.

In this clip, Olivia Ansell shares the story behind *20 & Extraordinary*, a retrospective celebrating two decades of Luminato Festival through the images, artworks, and cultural moments that helped shape Toronto.

Luminato Festival is currently taking place across Toronto until June 28, 2026.

“How do we make difficult conversations easier to have? Through play.”

Olivia Ansell of the Luminato Festival talks about how art and storytelling can create space for empathy, connection, and dialogue.

“The importance of play? Connection.”

On this episode of Table 6ix, Olivia Ansell of the Luminato Festival talks about the power of human connection through art, culture, and shared experiences.

From immersive installations to public art across the city, the conversation explores how festivals can bring strangers together in unexpected ways and remind us what it means to connect with one another.

Luminato Festival is currently taking place across Toronto until June 28, 2026.

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Public art doesn’t just entertain. It shapes how we experience a city.

On this episode of Table 6ix, we sit down with Olivia Ansell, Artistic Director of the Luminato Festival, to talk about how festivals build civic pride, spark connection, and transform Toronto through art, storytelling, and PLAY.

As Luminato celebrates nearly 20 years in the city, we explore this year’s theme of PLAY through imagination, equity, nostalgia, healing, and the power of community-driven cultural experiences.

From the return of the Red Ball Project to conversations around accessibility and inclusive storytelling, this episode dives into the role public art plays in shaping Toronto’s identity.

Luminato Festival runs from June 3–28, 2026 across Toronto.

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“It’s not just about saying it anymore—it’s about doing something.”

Comedian James Roque on why representation still matters—and why he wants to see more of it.

From growing up without seeing himself on screen to watching that shift happen in real time, this moment says it all.

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“You don’t need to dumb it down.”

Comedian James Roque on using Tagalog in his jokes—and why audiences are smarter (and more curious) than people think.

It only takes one sentence to bring people in.

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