Sonshine and Broccoli to rock out for North Toronto kids
Lisa Sonshine, half of the kids’ entertainment duo Sonshine and Broccoli, says she is looking forward to rocking out with the North Toronto community.
The 11-year veteran of the industry spearheads this year’s Kidstock: Rock, Pop and Glow event at the Uptown Loft on Feb. 7. It will feature Sonshine and Broccoli, J Stix, Oozakazoo, as well as Team T&J.
“We’re really luck to have amazing connections with people we work with in the industry, that for me it’s pretty amazing,” Sonshine said in a quick phone call Feb. 1. “I’m able to make a few calls and emails, it’s a lot of work, don’t get me wrong, but all the performers were really gung-ho about coming together and doing a show all on one stage.”
The show is aimed at children, ages 2–10, and the money from tickets sold will go to Chai Lifeline Canada, a charity that helps families cope with a child suffering from a serious illness. Sonshine has been a committee member for three years, doing the planning for the event, but this year she took a more front-and-centre role when it came to the entertainment.
“I thought we haven’t done a show, including other artists — kids’ entertainment — so I just thought I’m going to throw it all together,” she said.
Music is the main treat, but a glitter tattoo station, princesses and a silent auction are also available to raise spirits.
Sonshine and Broccoli will also perform tunes from their new album, It’s A Beautiful Day, which has the potential for a Juno nod.
“We hear tomorrow (Feb. 2) if we get a Juno nomination,” said Sonshine, a Bathurst and St. Clair resident. “I’m doing everything I can to visualize that call.”