Huge spacious hall with good management…read more Checking in and out was smooth. Good sound quality.

I came for a Korean Expo that started with an exhibition on all three floors and culminated with a…read moreconcert in the evening. I liked that there were stairs in addition to escalators to move from the ground floor to the one above. Having water refill stations located around the venue was also a plus. The line to get into the venue for the concert was long but moved quickly. Once inside, finding my seat was easy. I liked that the floor had a slight slope for better viewing of the stage. Even so, if there's a tall person sitting in front of you, your view will likely be blocked in some way.

A definitive sanctuary for those who value precision and aesthetic discipline The Four Seasons…read moreCentre is, in my opinion, the only venue in Toronto that truly understands the importance of acoustic clarity and visual minimalism. I attended a performance of a contemporary production last night, and the technical execution was flawless. The transparency of the R. Fraser Elliott Hall's glass facade creates a beautiful transition from the chaos of University Avenue to the structured elegance of the stage. The seating is ergonomically sound, and the sightlines are curated for maximum immersion. It's an environment that demands focus and rewards it with pure, unadulterated form. For the discerning observer, this is the pinnacle of cultural experience in the city.

Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts is Toronto's main home for opera and ballet, which…read moreopened in 2006 and was designed specifically for world‑class acoustics, making it the first purpose‑built opera house of its kind in Canada. It offers seating for just over 2,000 people. Inside, the space feels open and elegant, with easy access from Osgoode Station and an underground parking garage. It hosts performances by the Canadian Opera Company and The National Ballet of Canada, along with special events throughout the year. The performances are well-organized and staff are friendly and helpful.

We were here for the Ontario Science Center KidSpark , where suites for age 10 or under. The center…read morewas really close to the waterfront. It just one floor and there were 3 sections: grocery/farm, doctor office/pet store, toddler tent/fishing area, to keep the kids and parents busy. My kid was really enjoying the grocery shopping, and the sushi car, the fishing boat as well. The center was allowing to re-enter for washroom. And kid's eating at the table on site. They don't allow multiple entries in a day. Since the place was not too big to stay long, so 3hrs were good enough. The price will be $15/adult, and kid over age 3 will need to pay. Sometimes there is discounted family tickets online. This is a good place for the younger kids to killing their energies.

This rating is specifically for the summer camp for kids at Harbourfront Centre…read more My 11 year old loved the week long D&D camp! A great way to be creative with like minded and unique kids who appreciate true diversity. The camp separates students to play together in beginners, intermediate, and advanced groups and they spend days 2 through 5 playing a game they get to create. Overall there was excellent, accommodating, and trusted camp managers (thank you Avalon) and some awesome counselors. In particular my kiddo's beginner D&D DM was fun and super creative while keeping kiddos language and behavior in check - making the experience 10 stars for the little one.

Cool venue with classical decor. Watches two shows so far and even though I was seated upstairs…read moreback seats, I could still clearly see and hear the actors. Inexpensive Rush tickets always works!

theatre is old and run down small too needs an upgrade…read more horrible customer service ordered tea and the water was barely lukewarm unfriendly women working behind the counter older black women.

Let's visit Neverland…read more Ed Mirvish Theatre is a historic downtown venue that continues to put on many of the popular productions that are in the city. We caught several broadway shows at this vast venue, including Peter Pan. We were impressed by the aerial lifts, dynamic backdrop and the swift Tinker Bell glow. The modern special effects of the show are a neat contrast to the 1920s architectural styles and decor of the historic building. The theatre has been kept in pristine condition, and the seats are comfortable. The foyer can hold a packed crowd during intermission, and features a grand staircase & concessions. Note the current theatre name is CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre but be careful not to mix this up with Mirvish's other CAA Theatre that is 20 minutes walk north. Glad we made it ahead of showtime in spite of this!

Came here to see Moulin Rouge!!…read more Acoustics were great and the seats we had (see photo) allowed us to comfortably see the whole stage. The entrance from Yonge Street feels grand and welcoming! Would recommend coming here to see a show !

I went to see Lucy Darling on her 6pm Friday show. The show was fun…read more The interiors were gorgeous. Seating was pretty spacious (especially, the balcony-mezzanine area). There are tons of stairs and escalators with concession stands on different floors (not sure if you can refill empty water bottles). The staff was friendly and welling to assist you.

What an absolutely stunning venue! I went to see comedian/magician Lucy darling and had a marvelous…read moretime! The interior was absolutely gorgeous. Coat check $2 and drinks $12 were cheaper than the Mirvish or Ticketmaster owned venues which I appreciated. It is owned by the Ontario Heritage Trust rather than one of the billionaires of the world. It is a piece of Toronto history and you must absolutely go at least once to see this incredible piece of architecture.

I am STILL cockeyed after this fabulously hilariously entertaining performance. Best, like I did,…read morenot knowing what this was all about then you are head-over-heals with laughter and enjoyment. So, I didn't take any photos or they would stand out for all the regular or irregular pics I have in my gallery and I don't want anything to drain my gallery... OR my wife wondering WTF am I turning into? I am straight into the bright light and with the horse blinkers or blinders... I am straight... Just love life and this is life... forget anything and live the moment. Thank you

I wanted to save something special for my 100th review and what's more special than a live…read moreperformance with two nekkid guys on stage handling their meat canes for 50 minutes (in a theater that doesn't have sticky floors)? Thanks to Kat F. and the generosity of the Yelp Weekly sponsors, I was among the lucky handful of Yelpers who got free tix to see "Puppetry of the Penis: The Ancient Art of Genital Origami" at Elgin & Winter Garden Theatre Centre. But before the main event, we had to endure 40-some-odd minutes of yet another tired-ass female comedienne's routine. This time, Shelley "cock and chocolate are all I want for Christmas" Marshall was serving up a big platter of mediocrity. If a raunchy version of the Cathy comics is funny to you, then you might've liked her. Personally, Marshall's brand of humor has me groaning in pain more than laughing in hysterics. She was in her element, though, as she had the almost-entirely menopausal audience in stitches. After a long intermission, the evening's stars took center stage. I was under the impression that the performers are Australian so I was a little bit disappointed when the puppeteers, Christopher Cannon and Rich Binning, turned out to be American. An Aussie accent would've made this so much funnier. They're also much younger (and cuter) than the original performers so I felt a bit like a perv staring at their peckers throughout the show. Apparently, they're in their early 20s but they look like the fresh-faced high-school kids who might shovel your snow this winter. The title of the act is also a bit misleading; Cannon and Binning do not use puppets. They stand before you completely buck naked and their only "props" are their respective schlongs which they manipulate into various poses. Some music, sound effects, and canned comedic banter intersperses each dick trick and the shapes they create run the gamut. Some are no-brainers: The Pelican, Yoda, A Man-gina; others were a "stretch": The Eiffel Tower, The Windsurfer; and still others had me scratching my head, wondering, "How in the hell...?": The Wristwatch, The Baby Bird, and their pièce de resistance, The Hamburger. Not knowing how close I'd be to the stage, I brought my binoculars. But I really didn't need them as we were about six rows back. In addition, the funky junk is displayed on a projection screen magnified large enough so you can see every hair, goose bump, and wrinkle. Kind of gross but these features really came in handy when representing KFC extra crispy chicken. Like I said, the audience was mostly older women and judging from their reactions (and rather immense proportions), I'd put the majority of them in the cock-and-chocolate camp. They were hooting and hollering, practically in tears. One woman was doubled over in so much laughter, she looked like she was going to tumble out of her balcony box seat and go splat on the floor. Overall, I'm glad the ticket was free because I wouldn't pay $50 for a performance like this. A few of the PotP moves would be sure to amuse as neat parlor tricks but an entire show devoted to them? Meh. Once you get over the shock value, the penis puppetry quickly devolves from phallic Cirque du Soleil into Cirque du So Lame. P.S. Yelp is asking, "Good for kids?" I'm going to vote yes, just cuz.

Having checked out a Broadway production in LA and NYC, I had to check out a show in Toronto. I…read morecame to the theater for a Les Mis production on a weekday evening. Pros + Location: Toronto is a great city and I'm glad that I finally gave Broadway a chance. + Comfortable seating, air, assistance to our seats Cons - Food/snacks: If you want something to nibble on, you would need an AMEX card. It is a pricy activity but it was well worth it. It was such an emotional roller coaster and I thoroughly enjoyed the plot. Even for a weekday, it was a full house

John Bassett theatre is home to (and probably best known for) CTV's Canadian Idol show. The…read moretheatre is part of the Metro Toronto Convention centre, but is more of a performing arts theatre, whereas the rest of the Convention centre are just big rooms to hold conferences and as the name suggests, conventions. I really like the John Bassett theatre. it's not too big, I think it holds a litlte over 1300 people, on two storeys. I've sat in both the balcony area (top) and at the bottom. The balcony actually aren't too bad because there are two jumbo screens that you can see the stage on anyways. I found myself looking at the jumbo screens when I was sitting two rows front and center! The chairs are comfy and the theatre is kept pretty clean. If you have the chance to see a Canadian idol show, you should most definitely go...

Soulpepper Theatre Company has AMAZING productions. I have seen so many gems here, including Kim's…read moreConvenience (twice), Glass Menagerie, Bad Parents, Streetcar Named Desire, and most recently English. English is an excellent play!!! Laughed and cried. Stories of Iranian students learning English in Iran. Range of characters and back stories. Beautiful telling of the power of words, the complexity of #language, the things we lose in translation, racialized perception and internalized racism... Oh so many lived experiences displayed in full here. Highly recommend everyone watched it while it's here until March 5! The theatre has a few auditoriums that are smaller, which provide an intimate setting for their productions. Often after shows, the cast and crew will mingle with audience in the lobby. The lobby area has seating, and a cafe. Note that no coat check is available here. So keep your bag and jackets small and light!

Located in the Distillery District, this small but mighty theatre is a great spot to catch an…read moreinteresting show! There is a small cafe at the entrance so you can get some coffee, drinks (alcoholic and non) and some food items- nibbles such as cookies, or something more substantial like sandwiches. The theatre spaces (I believe there are 3 rooms) are large enough to make you feel you are in a theatre, but intimate enough that you don't feel lost in a crowd. Pretty much every seat is great for viewing. I ended up sitting in the very last row and I had a great view of the stage and the entire show. If you are a taller person, I would recommend getting the aisle seat so you can stretch out your legs. All the staff are professional and super friendly. The shows are interesting, the acoustics are great! I'll definitely look into more shows happening here!