Theaters
Canon Theatre Big
musicals have replaced vaudeville on the bill. The 1920s interior is a
fantasy of gilt-framed mirrors and chandeliers, a magnificent staircase
and dome. Royal Alexandra Theatre Saved
from demolition, this 1906 theater has been returned to Edwardian
finery. A lovely mural tops the dramatic proscenium arch. Musicals and
drama. 260 King St W 416 872 1212
Princess of Wales Theatre This
venue for hit musicals opened in 1993, the first privately developed
large theater the city had seen since 1907. The interior by Toronto
design team Yabu Pushelberg spares no expense. Wall and ceiling murals
by American minimalist Frank Stella. 300 King St W 416 872 1212
Princess of Wales Theatre
Premiere Dance Theatre The crème de la crème of modern dance, by both local and visiting companies, has graced this stage. 207 Queens Quay W 416 973 4000
Elgin Theatre The
lower half of the double-decker Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
was built in 1913 as a movie house and, with its lavish gilding and
proscenium arch, is a historic gem. 189 Yonge St 416 314 2901 (tickets) 416 314 2871 (tours)
Elgin Theatre
Winter Garden Theatre This room high above Elgin Theatre is aptly named. On the ceiling, some 5,000 beech leaves glitter in the lantern light. 189 Yonge St 416 314 2901 (tickets) 416 314 2871 (tours)
Theatre Passe Muraille This
two-stage venue has led the way with innovative Canadian productions
since the 1960s, when it launched works developed by troupes of actors. 16 Ryerson Ave 416 504 7529
Factory Theatre One
of Toronto’s oldest houses shows works by Canadian playwrights. Many
masters, including local George F. Walker, got their start here. 125 Bathurst St 416 504 9971
Bluma Appel Theatre Fans of CanStage’s contemporary drama fill the seats. 27 Front St E 416 366 7723
Lorraine Kimsa Theatre For Young People This award-winning theatre produces innovative, thought-provoking plays for the young .
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