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Top Performing arts theaters in Toronto, Canada
Top Rated Performing arts theaters in Toronto
Top Reviewed Performing arts theaters in Toronto
Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
Artscape Sandbox
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Pirate Life
Toronto Metropolitan University Theatre
Young Centre for the Performing Arts
Papermill Theatre and Gallery
MacMillan Theatre
CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
Helen Gardiner Phelan Playhouse
Harbourfront Centre
Paradise Theatre
Reviews
My husband and I were treated to this amazing experience Candlelight Concert - Women in Jazz at the Paradise Theatre for our anniversary and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Such an epic evening. An hour of incredible talent between the songs they perform and the performers themselves. If you’re looking for a romantic date night this reigns supreme. Being at the Paradise Theatre also… iconic.
The Spice Girls would be proud. 🤣
Thank you for the memories!
The Spice Girls would be proud. 🤣
Thank you for the memories!
Excellent evening with my partner!! I was initially concerned that the performance would not be great because a female would be performing songs done by a great male vocalist and might not have the same effect due to tone. I was WRONG! She blew it apart!! She even made me teary eyed on her rendition of "A change is gonna come!" Absolutely mind blowing performance. I even convinced a co-worker to treat her parents to a night out and they reported back that "it was amazing and wished it was longer, I sang along the entire show!" AMAZING! Thanks for a great evening with my partner. She was in awe and full of emotions.
Saw Candlelight: Anime Themes here and was left astounded. The Listeso String Quartet was amazing and played so beautifully that it inspired us to look for another performance by them. Kids also enjoyed the show and were thoroughly entertained. No dress code for this specific performance, as we were in anime gear. Would arrive about 45 mins before show start to get your pick of seats.
The venue itself is easy to get to via subway. There is limited parking so keep that in mind with the day. Inside, the theatre itself is gorgeous, seats are new and cushioned, bar was well staffed and courteous, and washrooms clean.
The venue itself is easy to get to via subway. There is limited parking so keep that in mind with the day. Inside, the theatre itself is gorgeous, seats are new and cushioned, bar was well staffed and courteous, and washrooms clean.
Have gone to see The Best of Hans Zimmer and The Anime Themes Candlelight shows and they were both SO incredible! Musicians are engaging and so talented! Loved every minute of both shows. Really hope The Anime Themes gets more dates added as it's currently sold out because I'd like to go again! Just so great!!!
#Candlelight favourite anime theme
Lovely concert with great musicians and amazing atmosphere. Theatre seats on balcony are very comfortable and spacious.
Lovely concert with great musicians and amazing atmosphere. Theatre seats on balcony are very comfortable and spacious.
Candlelight: the best of Hans Zimmer by the Listeso String Quartet: A wonderful evening with fantastic music made all the more lively by the interesting tidbits of information added periodically by the Quartet members. If you enjoy instrumental music and are looking for a memorable evening, you'd be hardpressed to find a better event. The Quartet is very very talented. They selected an absolute fantastic range of pieces from the living legend that is Hans Zimmer and when i say they took us on an emotional journey with their talent, i definitely mean it. From happy and quirky to agitated and angsty, lonesome, meloncholy, you will feel it all.
It's a very romantic ambiance with just the right length of perfomance time that doesn't eat up the entirety of your evening either. Absolutely perfect for a date night though its fantastic to go with friends as well.
The entire ticket purchase (Very reasonably priced btw) checking in, seating, concert process is very streamlined and organized. The staff at the Paradise Theatre were very helpful and nice. There's a bar right at the entrance for drinks and snacks if you'd prefer though we skipped those so no idea of the price point. The concert started right on time, no delays or hiccups either. All in all it was a very smooth event with some fantastic music. We ended up buying tickets to another upcoming concert as soon as we left the venue. If that doesn't tell how how worth it this concert was, well then, nothing will!
Loved it, will be back again!
It's a very romantic ambiance with just the right length of perfomance time that doesn't eat up the entirety of your evening either. Absolutely perfect for a date night though its fantastic to go with friends as well.
The entire ticket purchase (Very reasonably priced btw) checking in, seating, concert process is very streamlined and organized. The staff at the Paradise Theatre were very helpful and nice. There's a bar right at the entrance for drinks and snacks if you'd prefer though we skipped those so no idea of the price point. The concert started right on time, no delays or hiccups either. All in all it was a very smooth event with some fantastic music. We ended up buying tickets to another upcoming concert as soon as we left the venue. If that doesn't tell how how worth it this concert was, well then, nothing will!
Loved it, will be back again!
If you're going there on a reg day, completely fine... this is for you if you're planning to go to see fireworks ! The worst location !!! Completely covered by trees and buildings .... + THEY NEVER DID A COUNTDOWN !!!
Great experience. Not at all disappointed. It has opened my mind to continue discovering the world of music. Washrooms very cleaned and tidy. Staff very helpful. I would highly recommend !
We were visiting Toronto and decided to take in a show! Chicago was great, fabulous cast and orchestra and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The theatre itself is small but really beautiful. The staff were friendly and efficient and intermission drinks could be pre-ordered to save time. The only downside was the washrooms, not the state of them, they were lovely, but the number. The queues were horrendous! Other than that, our experience was wholly positive and we would definitely recommend a visit!
A beautiful performing arts theatre, ornate interior, comfortable seating, good sight lines, great state-of-the-art acoustics, friendly & helpful ushers & staff.
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I've had the pleasure of attending several productions at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, with the most recent being the spectacular Harry Potter production. This historic venue never fails to impress, & I can confidently say it's one of the best theatres in downtown Toronto.
The seating at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre is simply amazing, & there truly isn't a bad seat in the house. Whether you're up close or in the balcony, the view is fantastic, providing an immersive experience for every member of the audience.
The sound quality in this theatre is exceptional, a crucial factor when enjoying musicals like Harry Potter. The clarity & richness of the audio enhance the overall theatrical experience, making it a treat for the senses.
One aspect that consistently contributes to the positive atmosphere is the friendly & helpful staff. In all my visits, I've never encountered an unpleasant staff member. Their positive energy adds to the enjoyment of the overall experience, creating a welcoming environment for theater goers.
Located right in the heart of downtown Toronto, the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre's central location is convenient but comes with a parking challenge. While there isn't dedicated parking for the theatre, various Green P parking lots & other paid options are available nearby. For an efficient and stress-free journey, I recommend using the Go Train & TTC subway to reach the venue.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre to anyone seeking a top-notch theatrical experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this venue offers a memorable & enjoyable time, especially if the performance aligns with your interests.
I've had the pleasure of attending several productions at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, with the most recent being the spectacular Harry Potter production. This historic venue never fails to impress, & I can confidently say it's one of the best theatres in downtown Toronto.
The seating at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre is simply amazing, & there truly isn't a bad seat in the house. Whether you're up close or in the balcony, the view is fantastic, providing an immersive experience for every member of the audience.
The sound quality in this theatre is exceptional, a crucial factor when enjoying musicals like Harry Potter. The clarity & richness of the audio enhance the overall theatrical experience, making it a treat for the senses.
One aspect that consistently contributes to the positive atmosphere is the friendly & helpful staff. In all my visits, I've never encountered an unpleasant staff member. Their positive energy adds to the enjoyment of the overall experience, creating a welcoming environment for theater goers.
Located right in the heart of downtown Toronto, the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre's central location is convenient but comes with a parking challenge. While there isn't dedicated parking for the theatre, various Green P parking lots & other paid options are available nearby. For an efficient and stress-free journey, I recommend using the Go Train & TTC subway to reach the venue.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre to anyone seeking a top-notch theatrical experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this venue offers a memorable & enjoyable time, especially if the performance aligns with your interests.
Some beautiful paintings...nicely decorated inside...outside looks old...but inside..quite bright fresh...
Nice location for an art gallery & the theatre was ok, seats were a bit too small for long seating sessions with adults
The attraction is the show itself. Kids love it and adults also find it entertaining. However the food is terrible. The roasted chicken is way too dry. The corn is tasteless. Only thing tasted ok is the beer.
Beautiful theatre, recommend going few minutes early to explore it's lobby and the architecture.
The staff were very efficient, knowledgeable and courteous.
The seats are packed a bit closely, acoustics are wonderful
The staff were very efficient, knowledgeable and courteous.
The seats are packed a bit closely, acoustics are wonderful
One of my favourite theatres in the city. Small and intimate. I love Soulpepper. You can also take drinks into the theatre which is a huge plus!
Had a great turkey sandwich really filled up well. Great to support this centre
It’s worth it to visit this place! They serve you food while they entertain you. Actors and the horses acts so well! Also, the food is good (huge portion of the chicken!). Although, I wish there are more food options available. Overall, it’s such an experience to come here!
One of the BEST entertainment in Toronto. Whole two hours I could not take my eyes off the arena! The service was spectacular, separate thanks to Chris, our server, she was beyond amazing, cute, thoughtful, would love to be seated in her section again!
We were first timers, so we had no idea that we can take our cups with us ( we took 2 white pints). When we got out we saw everyone took cups with them, but the arena was closed already. Thanks to Jack, he was so kind to grab our cups from the arena!
Will recommend to everyone, and definitely be back with friends and family!
We were first timers, so we had no idea that we can take our cups with us ( we took 2 white pints). When we got out we saw everyone took cups with them, but the arena was closed already. Thanks to Jack, he was so kind to grab our cups from the arena!
Will recommend to everyone, and definitely be back with friends and family!
I have been many times over the years; this time, our visit was to celebrate my son's 7th birthday. First time for him to attend this venue. He loved it. 2 hours of fun and good food!
We were impressed with the dietary accommodations- being lactose intolerant, the food choices were great! We got veggies and humus to eat instead of the tomatoe bisque/garlic bread, and orange sorbet instead of the dessert of the castle - which looked like cake and/or cheese cake.
One word of caution for staff and patron, we also have a pea allergy in the family; as much as I appreciate the comment about the castle being free from peas in their food, the Veggie appetizer with humus, is not pea free. Thankfully, my son doesn't love humus, so I ate it - it was delicious!
Aside from that cautionary word - the show was great - as always! The main meal was great - I remember getting a quarter chicken, now it's half a chicken.. thank you for giving us "to-go" containers, as I don't like wasting food.
I recommend paying the extra for VIP seating.
Thank you for a memorable evening. 💛
We were impressed with the dietary accommodations- being lactose intolerant, the food choices were great! We got veggies and humus to eat instead of the tomatoe bisque/garlic bread, and orange sorbet instead of the dessert of the castle - which looked like cake and/or cheese cake.
One word of caution for staff and patron, we also have a pea allergy in the family; as much as I appreciate the comment about the castle being free from peas in their food, the Veggie appetizer with humus, is not pea free. Thankfully, my son doesn't love humus, so I ate it - it was delicious!
Aside from that cautionary word - the show was great - as always! The main meal was great - I remember getting a quarter chicken, now it's half a chicken.. thank you for giving us "to-go" containers, as I don't like wasting food.
I recommend paying the extra for VIP seating.
Thank you for a memorable evening. 💛
Wow! What an amazing atmosphere! From the minute you walk in, every person is in full character. We took our 5 year old daughter who actually won Queen of the Tournament, I've never seen her more happy! Food was hot and delicious, service was above expectations. The gift shop had some amazing pieces, which of course we had to grab! Thank you to everyone who made our first time here one to truly remember! Go Yellow Knight!!
We just did the Haunted Harbour Ghost tour with Pirate Life and loved it! Highly recommend if you’re in the area. Pirate Bloody Bill was amazing. We would definitely do it again!
Absolutely worth going. Always a great trip for all ages! I just didn't get a picture of the desert but all the food was fantastic. When your serving that big of a crowd it's not going to be piping hot when it comes. All food came warm🙂. It's a great show, lots to do before hand. Take the hour before the show. It's just enough time to enjoy the whole place🙂 we will be back next year!
The experience is just like how I remembered it as a kid. The horses and falconry were a highlight for me. The food was hit or miss; soup was good, dark meat on the chicken was good, but the white meat was super dry. Service was excellent. Audio could be better, I had a hard time understanding the performers when they spoke. They were excellent at addressing dietary restrictions.
Lovely Theatre. Always enjoy going there to support and listen to our amazing students and faculty who do an amazing job
Went to see the show “In Dreams”, and walked away having a great night out! The theatre is great, comfy seating, nice decor.
Nice touch to have the American Express only bar…saved us some time. Bring your Amex card!
And if the main floor washrooms have a line up, then go upstairs. Much quieter and quicker!
Latest options and pricing for before the show or during the intermission in the photos.
Hope you enjoy your night out!
Nice touch to have the American Express only bar…saved us some time. Bring your Amex card!
And if the main floor washrooms have a line up, then go upstairs. Much quieter and quicker!
Latest options and pricing for before the show or during the intermission in the photos.
Hope you enjoy your night out!
The center, which opened in 1974, is a stunning urban playground and one of the most popular destinations for locals and visitors alik and a great place to spend time strolling, picnicking, gallery-hopping, biking, shopping, and sailing. Harbourfront has several venues devoted to the arts. Underground parking is available on-site at 235 Queens Quay West, or above-ground one block west at Rees Street and Queens Quay West.
I saw In Dreams last week and had an amazing time! I was sitting in the very back row ground floor and I still had a great, unobstructed view of the stage. The staff were very nice, as always, and the place is very well kept, including the washrooms.
There were only two things I didn’t love. The first one being the fact that I almost didn’t make it into the theatre. I got there on time, was in line to get in and as I was getting closer to have my ticket scanned at the door I heard the announcement that the show was about to begin and they would close the doors! Perhaps more than 2 ticket scanner attendants at the door would go through the line faster. Though I understand it wasn’t their fault; getting closer to the door I saw a group of older ladies seemingly fight their phones to get their tickets ready to scan. The second thing was just how tightly crowded it gets during intermission and after the show. I also understand not much can be done on that front but it was still uncomfortable.
There were only two things I didn’t love. The first one being the fact that I almost didn’t make it into the theatre. I got there on time, was in line to get in and as I was getting closer to have my ticket scanned at the door I heard the announcement that the show was about to begin and they would close the doors! Perhaps more than 2 ticket scanner attendants at the door would go through the line faster. Though I understand it wasn’t their fault; getting closer to the door I saw a group of older ladies seemingly fight their phones to get their tickets ready to scan. The second thing was just how tightly crowded it gets during intermission and after the show. I also understand not much can be done on that front but it was still uncomfortable.
It's a great theatre because it is close to a main subway line - Queen Subway Station. It's also opposite Eaton's Centre and a few hotels in the area. Sitting is good, nice views regardless of where you choose to sit.
Beautiful smaller theatre that has a wonderful charm. Conveniently located in Toronto by the Eaton Centre this theatre houses great playa and musicals. I recently went and was surprised at the grandeur of the place. Tickets I purchased were in the orchestra level farther back and I was happy to know my seats were great and pretty much almost seating in the orchestra gives a great view of the stage. Concession area is simple. I bought pop and wasn’t overly gouged $4.75. My seats were comfortable although spaces are a tiny bit tight. I guess standard at theatres. Sound was great and atmosphere great. Staff was friendly can’t wait to go back to see another show!
Nice big theater. Chairs are pretty comfy. Slanted floor rows gives you a good view even if you are further back. It was my first time there and I'd love to go back to see more live performances.
Serenity! Where blue meets the blue! Lake Ontario is not an ocean, and Toronto is not just a city. This place, lakeside view, city nights, and the people around always attract me. A good place for a walk, views of the airplane landing at Billy Bishop airport, and the mesmerizing dark blue watercolor (if you are lucky enough). This place gets messy during weekends, especially when tourists come around to hop on the Toronto Island ferry, otherwise, a perfect place to sit with a coffee and enjoy the beauty!
Beautiful theatre. It was my first time going there during the JFL festival for Neal Brennan show. Comfy seats and easy to go through and exit too.
The show it self wasn’t as good as I was expecting.
The show it self wasn’t as good as I was expecting.
Beautiful outside and in! Went for a comedy show - had a seat at the back in the aisle on the ground floor and it was perfect! Will be back just for the comfort level and space of seats in the ground floor.
A very beautiful beach and a long walk along the beach may be a memorable trip to everyone, enjoy boating, speed boating with family and friends. You may enjoy the beautiful view of CN Tower and the skyrise buildings specially during evening.
A really fun place to bring your kids to that is for sure! Once is more than enough. The food is very minimal you are pretty much paying the price for the horse show. The atmosphere is very aromatic with horse droppings and the sand everywhere due to horse show so be prepared for that! The staff were all very friendly that is a huge plus.
This harbor front is amazing 💯. Everything is beautiful, and there's so much to do and see. You can have a great dinner, stop and get dessert 🍨 and enjoy the boats 🚢 and planes landing and taking off at the airport. You can also turn around and check out Toronto's amazing skyline with the CN tower as the pin 📌 point. This place is worth spending some time 💯. Give it a try.
This was an extraordinary excursion. My 4 year-old thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. From selecting a tattoo, getting some pirate costume essentials, dawning her pirate name tag and boarding the ship to look for treasure. This is a truly immersive experience that has enough comedy and action to engage parents as well. Truly worth every bit of money spent. Also appreciate that the activity increases accessibility for individuals who may experience financial constraints. The actors are fabulous, making all the difference for the kids. I'd recommend this for anyone with small children who love a sense of adventure!
Perfect activities for kids and adults alike! We brought our niece (7yo) and nephew (4yo) and both had the best time with face painting, coming up with pirate names, singing, dancing and participating in the activities. Could not recommend more.
Summer is the best at Harbourfront Center. I love the opportunity to experience so many different cultures at no extra cost. It's also just a 5 minute walk from Union Station.
The noise from their ac is severely loud, especially at night. We cannot even open our windows as residents of 390 cherry st.
Went today for the noon sail, for a mommy and me day with my son. We had an amazing time, 1000% would recommend! You get to pick pirate names, kids get a painted on fake tattoo, and then the real fun starts. Great performances by the crew, they really put their hearts into it. We had the best time, it was so much fun.
We picked one of the hottest day of summer Wednesday July 5th.2023 to visit Harbourfront Centre.
Overall one of the exciting trip by Go Train to Union Station and walk through many skyline towers to reach the waterfront.
Beautiful views of Lake Ontario and surrounding areas where we took lots of pictures.
Highly recommended to visit and enjoy this entertaining neighborhood.
Overall one of the exciting trip by Go Train to Union Station and walk through many skyline towers to reach the waterfront.
Beautiful views of Lake Ontario and surrounding areas where we took lots of pictures.
Highly recommended to visit and enjoy this entertaining neighborhood.
Our two-year-old son was in awe of the actors and loved participating. We all had a fun time and he’s been telling us that he’s a pirate ever since!
Beautiful theatre filled with history!
Conveniently located on Yonge Street near the Eaton Centre.
We love sitting high up and in the back to see most shows which gives us an awesome point of view on what is happening. It also allows us to enjoy the gorgeous architecture.
Most of these pics were taken from seat R405.
The acoustics were great and the seats comfortable.
Conveniently located on Yonge Street near the Eaton Centre.
We love sitting high up and in the back to see most shows which gives us an awesome point of view on what is happening. It also allows us to enjoy the gorgeous architecture.
Most of these pics were taken from seat R405.
The acoustics were great and the seats comfortable.
I love paper mill Theatre.
We saw the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play, and it was phenomenal! The screen play, the acting, the set up, the theme, and everything put together was flawless. The theatre itself is not that big, but the seats were comfy and had enough leg space.
Only downside would be the fact the central area is not too spacious so during intermission, it was extremely crowded, especially because there was only one washroom for ladies, which created a huge line up. I would suggest creating another one if possible..
All in all, fantastic experience!
Only downside would be the fact the central area is not too spacious so during intermission, it was extremely crowded, especially because there was only one washroom for ladies, which created a huge line up. I would suggest creating another one if possible..
All in all, fantastic experience!
A great area in downtown Toronto, right on the waterfront with lots going on always. The area is definitely a year round destination but comes alive in the summer! Many shows and venues reside in this area and you can always find something interesting to do in the area. Super clean inside and out with great spaces everywhere. I was pleasantly surprised to find outdoor washroom facilities on site that were super clean, the best I’ve ever seen. Lots of food options, available nearby, as well as seating and places to chill.
My niece was on stage here on her school play No Exit. The venue is intimate and confortable.
Such an elegant and remarkable theatre. We saw rock of ages and it was fabulous. Not kids friendly although there were many children there. Definately you should see a play at this theatre.
My husband and I were amazed by the play "The Children's Hour" put on by George Brown College students! The acting and the whole production was professionally done and the theme is very relevant today. We highly recommend it!
Great small theatre, we unfortunately had pur seats moved due to set up for Rock of Ages needing our seats for sound equipment and couldn't see the edge of the stage as a result. They have great old decor and the old style elevators with staff managing them which is a cool feature but makes for busy intermission.
Nice place. Broken seats. Musty smell.
I saw a play here it was nice
Great theatre with good acoustics and comfy seats. This was my first visit and I was very satisfied. A friend of mine plays in the orchestra so I was very excited to attend. Didn’t disappoint at all.
Visited to see an Opera performed by students at U of T opera school and faculty of Music. Very enjoyable😉
An Amazing experience for a 6 and 8 year old. The hour long adventure was interactive and entertaining. The actors were amazing at getting the kids engaged. The kids had a great time shooting water cannons out into the lake. Highly recommend this!
Small theater for more intimate show. Good lighting and projection for the stage.
Went to see a Taiko performance and it was amazing. The sound and our seats were great!
We really enjoyed our pirate experience. The actors were wonderfully engaging and charismatic. The children enjoyed the tattoos, the tales of the seas and using the water cannons and we thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful scenery. A wonderful way to see Toronto Marina.
It is very nice venue super clean lots of parking around
Very nice space for a small theatre- staff is great! Really good venue for an intimate event or performance!
This is the 3rd year in a row we have visited Pepermill theater for Irida Art Group theater performance. The venue is always clean and always has a beautiful art gallery display of art work .
Great performing arts centre nestled in Toronto's famous Distillery District! An intimate theatre with good view of the stage. Saw Kim's Convenience and A Street Car Named Desire here. Make sure to pop by nearby Soma Chocolatier - just down the street - for high quality small batch chocolate, gelato and coffee.
Access to this place was confusing when going west on Pottery Road.
Super cute! We went with two teenagers and even though the show itself is aimed for younger kids, they still loved it! They loved the views and the entertainment! The people running the boat were great, and super awesome interacting with all the kids making them apart of the show. The only thing that was a bother was the p.a. System. It was a bit of a windy day, and it was super annoying to try and use. They ended up turning it off and just yelling. Lol
Went to see The Winter's Tale at the Helen Gardiner Playhouse. It's an intimate theatre with a rich history. The venue forced the team to be creative with use of space and audience and that made the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!
Medium sized theatre great for student performance. Great seating though front row is too low and close to the stage.
I came here for the first time during TIFF19 for a screening and was surprised at how large the theatre was, but disappointed to see how small the screen was. While I can understand that this theatre might be used for live performances more often, it's still a little frustrating so see a smaller screen when you're excited to see a film.
The washrooms are located in the basement of this building and a actually pretty small. I really wish they would add a few more stalls, because there's definitely enough space to do so.
The washrooms are located in the basement of this building and a actually pretty small. I really wish they would add a few more stalls, because there's definitely enough space to do so.
Fantastic and interesting plays. I purchased a subscription and liked all the productions. The intimate theatre hosts many well-known plays and new innovative productions by local artists. Great excuse to spend more time in the Distillery District.
I was nervous the seating would be awkward, but the slope was great for a short person like myself to see above the head of the person in front of me. This is usually an issue with small theatres, but not this one.
Great place for small events and conferences.
Lovely building with great staff and students. Folks are friendly and helpful. Don't be shy to ask for help!
I really love this theatre. I find the quality of performances is superior to Mirvish. Talent is outstanding, costumes are excellent, sets are very creative and theatres aren't too big, so you get a more intimate experience, even from the cheap seats. AND the location couldn't be better, great choice of places to grab a pint after the show.
Big and spacious auditorium. Seating is very comfy. The location is great too. I found everything perfect
A neat place to plan your presentation and events. Loved the land acknowledgement on the wall.
Sometimes there are drama 🎭 kids or whatever smoking just by the door, even though no one's supposed to smoke 🚭 within 9 metres of buildings in the University. You'll have to be vigilant whether to hold your breath or not whether you're going in for God knows what or just passing by round the corner. SMH!
Very “modern” looking place... big floor to ceiling windows, cement walls, hanging lanterns.. etc. great for small events. Parking is right at the basement of the building and less than $10 after 5 on weekends.
Great place for up to 200 people events close to downtown core. High ceilings and pretty decent acoustics.
Was there for Tiff. Air conditioning was turned off due to some emergency. They did apologize for the circumstance and had it turned on by the time movie started. Great theatre watching movies. Good seats wherever you are.
I come here for TIFF.
It’s a great theatre, simple. It’s also more an auditorium and the right and left orchestra seats do make you twist your body to watch the screen.
But I’ve seen some great films here. If your here for TIFF, the line-up starts and runs easy and turns into Church Street. There’s a concrete structure you can comfortably sit on but it’s not covered so be sure to be weather appropriate.
It’s a great theatre, simple. It’s also more an auditorium and the right and left orchestra seats do make you twist your body to watch the screen.
But I’ve seen some great films here. If your here for TIFF, the line-up starts and runs easy and turns into Church Street. There’s a concrete structure you can comfortably sit on but it’s not covered so be sure to be weather appropriate.
This is a great venue for a show. The seats are wide and comfortable with lots of legroom. The sight lines to the stage are generally pretty good as are the Acoustics, though they're certainly not the best in town. Still, given the location, and for a University theater, it's a great spot.
Was there to see the tiff People's Choice Award for 2018 -- The Green Book.
The theatre was well maintained considering it was used by students throughout the year. It was also very clean because no food or beverages were allowed in the theater. The screen was in very good condition and the sound was good as well.
I had to drop a star because the ventilation was turned off and it was really hot and clammy when watching the movie. The date and time was set prior to the festival, so there really shouldn't be any excuses why the vents were turned off.
The movie was great and there were no complaints about the sound and vision taking anything away from the presentation.
The theatre does have a balcony. Has a capacity of 1,237 seat, not too big and not too small. Other than the no food or drinks inside the theatre policy, I have no complaints watching movies in this theatre.
The theatre was well maintained considering it was used by students throughout the year. It was also very clean because no food or beverages were allowed in the theater. The screen was in very good condition and the sound was good as well.
I had to drop a star because the ventilation was turned off and it was really hot and clammy when watching the movie. The date and time was set prior to the festival, so there really shouldn't be any excuses why the vents were turned off.
The movie was great and there were no complaints about the sound and vision taking anything away from the presentation.
The theatre does have a balcony. Has a capacity of 1,237 seat, not too big and not too small. Other than the no food or drinks inside the theatre policy, I have no complaints watching movies in this theatre.
Came here for a tiff event. The theatre was overall pretty nice, screen was smaller than regular movie theatre.
Great theater experience. I live this campus and I love this theater. One of my favorite TIFF venues because of its location. Lots of great bars and restaurants nearby but being on the east side of the festival it's got a more laid back feel than say the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
Easily the best venue for TIFF movies and Midnight Madness is not to be missed
Great intimate theatre. Seats 117, but there is no AC in the dressing rooms or backstage. Also the little sinage outaide is hidden by shrubs - many of our guests got lost. Nonetheless - Great price and awesome technical team to work with.
Great little atmosphere. They displayed the Lights Skin and Earth exhibit beautifully. I wish there had been more video footage. Would have loved to have seen a bit more process there. But never the less was amazing to see her growth from the flow of art. ♡ Hope to see other artists there soon.
Theatrical venue at University of Toronto. 117 seats with average acustics so avoid sitting near the back.
An intimate little theatre tucked away in the UofT campus. Comfortable seating and great sound, perfect for seeing a small production.
Very cool space. I saw a great play here. Parking nearby & many good restaurants & cafe's
We only discovered the distillery district towards the end of our holiday. We'd been to some of the big theatres, and apart from "War Horse" which was stunningly brilliant, our next favourite would have to be Neil Simon's "The Good Time Boys". For such a small venue it had real impact in making you feel you were sharing the feelings and actions of the wonderful cast. Also the scenery was so well made, in fact the whole production was great, and we were sad to leave, as we were flying back to the U.K. the following day. Since then we have been saving like mad and hope to be flying back to Toronto next year for another couple of weeks. It'll be our 7th holiday (not in consecutive years) to Toronto (it feels like a 'home from home'). And I know when we've picked up all the "What's On?" brochures, one of the 1st things we'll do is see what's playing in the Distillery District.
Just one thing would have been nice, to go for a light bite to eat in the District, after the play. Maybe there are eateries there now that don't close so early? We hope so.
Just one thing would have been nice, to go for a light bite to eat in the District, after the play. Maybe there are eateries there now that don't close so early? We hope so.
Both times I went here it was for the foodie pages pop-up holiday market. The space itself is quite roomy with ample space for stalls and walking in-between them. I'm also a big fan of the high ceilings there.