Margaret Atwood

A very special evening to launch the publication of The Book of Lives, the long-awaited memoir by Margaret Atwood, one of Canada and the world's greatest storytellers and most influential cultural figures. TIFA Presents 2025 Season is generously supported by Presenting Donors Beth Nowers and Jack Curtin. All patrons require a ticket of admission. For accessible bookings and support by phone or email, contact the TO Live Box Office team at 416-366-7723 | 1-800-708-6754 | boxoffice@tolive.com. --- Net Event Capacity: 998
TIFA Presents: an Evening Margaret Atwood. Join us for the literary event of the year as Margaret Atwood launches her long-awaited memoir, Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts. Written with her signature wit and candor, Atwood recounts a life shaped by wild northern landscapes, literary invention, and political upheaval that inspired her most iconic works. Over a remarkable career, she has published fiction, nonfiction, poetry and comics. Titles such as Cat?s Eye, Alias Grace and the iconic The Handmaid's Tale have influenced the world's imaginations and won numerous awards; her activism and intellect have helped shape Canadian culture and cut through the noise to capture the heart of what makes the world tick. Don't miss this unforgettable evening of conversation, readings and performance as Margaret Atwood shares the making of an extraordinary literary life. The Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts is available for pre-purchase at a special discount price of $35.

416-366-7723 | 1-800-708-6754

In advance of shows, tickets can be picked up during daytime hours at the Elgin & Winter Garden box office, or any other TO Live box office (Meridian Arts Centre, Meridian Hall, St. Lawrence Center for the Arts). On show days, tickets will be available for pickup from 2 hours prior to the scheduled curtain time. Please arrive early to avoid congestion and delays, and be prepared to present the actual credit card used for purchase and photo ID.

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Accessible Seating: The Centre is fully accessible with elevators and ramps throughout allowing access to both theatres. Wheelchair seating is located on the Orchestra levels. All accessible seating is available through the Box Office at 416-366-7723 | 1-800-708-6754 | boxoffice@tolive.com. Hearing Devices: A phonic ear system (FM frequency) is available to assist the hearing impaired.

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