Thanks for that jab Nibbler - But I wouldn't put you in the category of music fans that "effectively pay my rent, buy me beer, and put food on your table." I don't think you've ever paid to get in to any of my shows. The Opera House has several draw backs - location, security, costs. There's a real lack of good venues in Toronto. Sometimes we have to make concessions to find a suitable place to run shows. There's actually a place that looks like will be a new spot for shows that is a better location. It's called the Great Hall and it's right at Queen St / Dufferin area near Gladstone. I'm working on a show right now with Colonel Bruce Hampton that I will be letting you about really soon, and I think you will all really enjoy the space.