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The Canon theatre is one of the most famous in Toronto and there is usually always a big show playing.
It is a historical building, from 1920 and it was, at the time, the largest cinema in Canada. Now it serves only as a theatre and it was restored in 1989, so the interior is in very good shape. It changed ownership 10 years later and in 2001, after major financial difficulties, Canon Canada (yes, the camera brand) agreed to sponsor it to keep it alive, hence the current name.
You should read this webpage for the complete history of this building.
We were there to see "Les Miserables" and although I could complain that the acoustics were not great, it was still a very nice experience. I would recommend seeing a show (whichever is playing at the moment), just for the experience.
Check the Mirvish site for current shows and ticketing information. Leave a Comment
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By now, most of you have probably heard of Mamma Mia!, it is a hit show that started in London in 1999 and can now be seen in Toronto.
Whether you like ABBA or not does not make a difference (of course it helps), it is very entertaining and everyone seemed to be happy at the end of the show. This is the kind of play that will suit young and old and is just good entertainment.
The only complaint I have is the seating in the Royal Alexandra Theatre, I am tall and had problems sitting down as there is not enough space in front of the seat. Apart from that it is a lovely theatre.
It was originally planned to last 6 months (started may 2003), but due to popular demand, it will be on until beginning April 2005, so you still have time to see it.
You should try and arrange for tickets in advance as it seems to be full all the time (even in the middle of the week). Try booking at your Hotel, by phone or via the website:
http://www.mirvish.com/
After the show you will see all the nice young men with the rickshaws waiting for you. They even have stereos in the things! It sure is fun to watch. Leave a Comment
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If you feel like going for a night out and decide that a theatre or musical is what you want, you can try getting tickets at TOTix.
You will not find the major shows, but there are many smaller plays that can be just as entertaining. Tickets go for as low as 8-9 CAD, so you really can't go wrong.
If you are not into regular theatre, you might also try stand-up comedy or a dinner theatre.
The salespoint is on Dundas Square (Yonge and Dundas) and is open Tuesday to Saturday 12pm - 6:30pm, tickets can also be bought online. The staff will be glad to give you suggestions based on your taste. Leave a Comment
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This theatre is situated in the heart of downtown Toronto and is called a double decker being fully restored and built one on top of the other. It was first opened in the year 1913. The seven-storey Winter Garden Theatre was constructed above the Elgin Theatre. They have two distinctively different ambiance. The downstairs Elgin is more formal with gold leaf and rich fabric and is larger with 1,500 seating capacity while the Winter Garden is more of a botanical fantasy and painted to look like a garden and has 1,000-seats. Both theatres cater for Broadway musicals, dramas, concerts, and opera performances. It is also hosting the Toronto International Film Festival.
You can have a guided tour on Thursdays at 5:00 P.M. and Saturdays at 11:00 A.M.
Special tours can also be arranged and booked thru the theatre at the following telephone:
416-314-2871 or 416 597-0956 Address: 189 Yonge Street, Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 1M4Phone: 416-314-2901Directions: Between Queen and Dundas Subway stations. Opposite the Eaton Centre
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There are several big-budget plays performed in Toronto at any given time. I attended the "Lion King" at the Princess of Wales Theatre, and would recommend it to anyone.
The Theatre is impressive, and the calibre of the performance is second-to-none.
We booked our tickets on-line, and requested "Best Available" seating. We got front row, dead centre seats. I could have tickled the conductor's ear without leaning over. Tickets can range from $50 to $120 Canadian. Leave a Comment
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We've got excellent theatres to catch some wonderful plays and musicals. I've seen a few like Phantom of the Opera (when Paul Stanley of KISS was the Phantom) and Chicago. The Lion King is still here I believe.
I saw Saturday Night Fever,s opening night when it came through town. I'm lucky, a friend of mine gets free tickets to the opening nights of a lot of shows and she brings me along sometimes. I've yet to pay to see live theatre :) Leave a Comment Directions: Several locations like the Canon Theatre (previous named the Pantages Theatre) and Princess of Wales Theatre. You can find all the info by using the link to toronto.com in my intro.
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One of the few operating double-decker Theaters in the world. Leave a Comment Address: 189 Yonge St.Phone: 416 314 2901Directions: Across the Eaton Center (Between Queen and Dundas St.)
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Modern. Fun. ABBA!
If you like Abba music, you will love Mamma Mia....
It is a very funny musical, I'd say for all ages (probably not the little kids) but a very fun time in general. Leave a Comment Address: Royal Alexandra Theatre ~ 360 King St West
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This is a really fun musical comedy. It's only the second one I've been to (Phantom of the Opera was the other). I didn't have really high expectations for it because I didn't know what to expect. However, the songs were all ABBA songs, which really fit in with the storyline, and sung really well. There's dancing, disco lights, outrageous costumes, and a whole lot of craziness! I highly recommend seeing Mamma Mia! Leave a Comment Directions: Playing at the Royal Alexandra Theatre on King Street, one block west of University Avenue.Website: www.mamma-mia.com
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