This historic performing arts center in Toronto Ontario Canada is known for hosting major musicals and plays. The entrance and lobby area is quite impressive with the grand staircase and chandelier. We were there to see Water for Elephants in this two tiered auditorium that seats up to two thousand people. We had great seats in the orchestra section. With a circus theme and a great story, it was very entertaining. The theater was opened in 1920 but had significant renovations completed in 2022. read more

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Let's visit Neverland. 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! read more

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Came here to see Moulin Rouge!! 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 ! read more

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We came here for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and it was amazing. I was awed by the amazing architecture and decorations of the inside. The whole play was perfectly timed, planned and executed. The layout of the theater is perfect and everyone even in the balcony seats can clearly see the entire set. There were so many swaggers available for purchase and take home as a souvenir. read more

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Hubby & I were here to see Tina the musical. I remember now why I don't like this theatre. It's gone through several name changes. It used to be called The Pantages theatre when I first saw the Phantom of the Opera here. It's pretty but it's not practical. The lounge area outside of the theatre seating area is too small to handle all the people when seats are sold out. Also there isn't enough washrooms for the women & even the men have lineups. During intermission it's a mad dash to get to the washroom so you don't have to stand in line. The acoustics of the theatre are great. The seats though are narrow. I was elbowed by the lady sitting beside me because we were so close. I also had the bad luck of having two tall ladies sit in front of me & hubby. They had large hairdo's too so it obstructed our view a lot. I was leaning from one side to the other to be able to see the stage. I don't think I'll come back to this theatre if I can help it. It's in a great location (across from the Eaton's Centre) but it's such a pain. We ended up leaving about 5 minutes before the musical was over just to be able to use the washrooms & get out of the theatre in a reasonable time frame. I have no doubt that if we had waited until the musical was done we probably would have been in the washroom lineup for at least 20 minutes if not more. read more

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Ever since they upgraded the theatre for The Cursed Child, it's been so much more memorable! Beautiful navy blues with gold accents throughout, it really captures the magic of theatre in a classy way. I love the popcorn and it's decently priced around $6-7 dollars for a box. Seats are comfortable with good acoustics. I usually sit in the orchestra section in the section without a balcony over so I can see the full stage & ceiling props (you never know if there's a scene when something "falls" down). I also watched Mamma Mia! Wheelchair accessible- there's a chairlift at the Victoria Street entrance and designated washrooms. read more

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I came to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and it exceeded my expectations! The theatre had been closed for months and months specifically for renovations to be able to put on this show and the little details really showed. From the moment i walked in everything was Harry Potter themed and there were many different photo opportunities. The staff there were all very nice and professional. At intermission there was staff in the bathroom directing traffic and showing people to empty stalls to keep everyone moving. Definitely go see a show there if you haven't! Right in the heart of downtown. The only negative was that the seats were not super comfortable. read more

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They advertise callbacks. it is to save time. i could not access my account or tickets for tonight, and arranged one for their first slot, and waited and waited. THERE WAS NO CATEGORY FOR MY PROBLEM SO I WROTE A NOTE. On the Go Teain gearing in I noticed they had cancelled my appointment and it went to junk, at 9:15 am. There was no contact number or way to reply, BECAUSE MIRVISH SIMPLY DOES NOT CARE. I called and talked to an agent, directly asking for a supervisor. She kept lengthening the time on the phone. all, only confirming I had a paper ticket for tonight's show, never getting info on me getting access to my account. I wanted a supervisor to phone me back, and she finally said she would try to transfer me, knowing that my train would be at its station soon. I insisted for a callback for 4 pm. I stated that at 4:05, this having started in the morning, I would start a review. (At 4:06 I answered an incoming call, that hang up. I called back and it was from Coburg, and the number was NOT IN SERVICE, was this more dreadful Mirvish Customer Service or a coincidence. read more

I went to the Ed Mirvish Theatre with my wife on 08 December 2022 to watch the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play, and all I can say was WOW. When you walk in, you're greeted with a very clean and picturesque hall, where you can take pictures of all-things-Harry-Potter. From the wall lanterns that are in the shape of dragons, to the flags of the different Hogwarts Houses. You can also buy various items from Harry Potter -- wands, plushies, shirts, books are all on sale. You can even buy foods from Harry Potter! read more

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My wife and I went to see Chicago and the show itself was fantastic. It's been running for a long time around the world and if you haven't seen it and you like Music and I however, recommend it. We were sitting in the orchestra section a little bit back, because I had bought the tickets a little bit late in the game. Everything was great until age gigantic man sat in front of my wife and blocked her entire view. We decided to switch and I too was completely blocked , I went to the hostess and they did an amazing job of getting us a couple of seats brought in as the show was sold out. So that was kind of a funny, but resourceful way to allow us to enjoy the show. read more

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My husband and I just saw this production this afternoon. it was not what we expected. We felt that it was not advertised accurately. Although we are fans of both the Merchant of Venice and Saul Rubinek, we weren't expecting this kind of production. We were expecting a play, perhaps just acting out the court scene in the Mmerchant of Venice. Instead, it turned out to be a monologue about Saul's personal life and the parallels, he drew from Shylock to his own life. We also felt that the swearing and the use of profanity did not add to the quality of the performance. In our opinion, what saved the production was a few bursts of real acting by Saul, which was fantastic. The way it was advertised and the title was misleading. I think, had we known what to expect, we wouldn't have attended. Tina Baker and husband. read more

I came here for Harry Potter & the Cursed Child and was so impressed with the cast, special effects and set design! It was absolutely perfect! The theatre itself was gorgeous and also decorated with the Harry Potter theme in mind. As a huge potterhead, I was like a kid in a candy store the entire time. The lobby is small though in comparison to the large amount of people that can be seated and there's only one washroom so intermission was a nightmare of long lines. The staff did their best though and they even had a worker in the washroom helping move the line along and point out empty stalls. They only do snacks and drinks so make sure you have a full meal before your show unless you're okay with eating small boxes of popcorn. I do appreciate them having themed snacks and drinks as well like chocolate frogs and butter beer! read more

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Great Theater, well run and managed. Special effects were wonderful. We saw Harry Potter and the cursed child. First time at this downtown Toronto theater. Magnificent interior, sweeping, staircases, domed ceiling, old world charm with high technology. Not a bad seat in the house. Decent acoustics. Long lines for the bathrooms during intermission, but you get that everywhere. They do allow eating inside the theater, which could be distracting with all the crackling bags, but all in all a great theater experience. read more

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I was having SO much trouble picking the seats I wanted for this theatre. So I would like to give some tips on where to sit. After doing some research, I ended up picking Orchestra Row B Seat 34&35. We went to watch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and the play was great! Our seats were close enough to see the actors but not too close that you would hurt your neck looking up the entire time. I think getting tickets a few rows back would suffice as well. This play had some components where the entire theatre was used so balcony view at the front would have been a good choice as well. Overall the play was amazing! Would definitely come back to watch something else. read more

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I came here for the performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The theatre itself was located in a very convenient location right near Eaton. The whole place was decked out for Harry Potter and I absolutely loved it! The place had an old school elegant feel that transports you away from the city. It was quite packed though and I thought that there could be more signs to help navigate. I had to ask multiple people where coat check was and the lines for the washrooms were disorganized, though I recommend going before the show if possible as it gets worst during intermission. Overall, a wonderful theatre and I can't wait to go back and watch more performances. read more

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This is a beautiful building. You can tell the place is well kept up and preserved. We came here to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. They had different things decorating the lobby for us to enjoy before the show and had a few different merchandise stands as well. For how old the building was, I was not sure if they could pull off the special effects and still protect the building. It was amazing! I still am not sure how they did it all. The tickets we bought claimed that some views may be blocked, but I feel we saw everything! I would definitely see another show here! read more

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Theatre is beautiful but there is chaos during intermissions. We saw Harry Potter which was wonderful 10/10...stage and special effects were amazing. I was blown away how much I liked it...but I am here reviewing the theatre. There are lack of washrooms and lack or coordination during intermission. Just a mass of people - some lining up for drinks, merchandise or washrooms. There is no order at all. Set up some ropes to segregate the flow of people. Harry Potter is very long- so thank goodness we went to the washroom before and just didn't drink any liquids once we saw how crazy the lobby was. read more

Still a handful plus of beautiful old theatres remain... COVID obviously killed broadway/theatre Ed Mirvish (can't recall the previous name....?) is a beautiful theatre inside (plus nice marquee outside), also hosts TIFF read more

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I went to see Wicked with my mom the other night. We picked up our tickets at will call on Victoria street. There seemed to be less people at the Victoria street entrance than Yonge street. There was a vendor for merchandise and a few places where you could purchase a beverage and snacks inside. Our seats were on the mezzanine level which meant another set of stairs up. Row V is almost at the back of the venue. Once everyone was in their seats it wasn't the easiest to see the actors if they were at the very front of the stage. I had to move up in my seat and sit up straight to see over/around the heads in front of me. While looking around during intermission I saw the row of seats at the very back. They were chairs raised high. If that provides a better view I may choose those seats next time. It didn't take too long for everyone to file out of the venue when the musical was over. I'd definitely go back for another musical. Being right across from Eaton Centre and so close to Union station as well as Dundas station is a plus for commuting from the suburbs. The plethora of restaurants around provide plenty of dining options. read more

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First time coming to this theatre and I was totally surprised how big the venue was from just viewing the front entrance. It's a beautiful space for a theatre show and there doesn't seem to be a bad viewing angle in the house.How do i know this? Well I went to see the musical Hamilton but I was up in the mezzanine in row O which is about 10 rows from the very back of the theatre.I still had a great viewing angle of the stage. During the intermission, I took a little walk around to observe the other viewing angles of the theatre. The sound acoustics are very very solid in here.A tip I learned by accident, try to exit onto Victoria St as there is usually a gate that is blocked off so the theatre actors can come out for pictures, autographs, and praise from the fans. :-) read more

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As a Mirvish subscriber, I've probably seen 15 shows at this theatre. On the negative side: - view from the mezzanine is terrible! For a female of average height, It's impossible to see over the head of the person in front. Even the staff jokingly refer to the problem as 'Ed head'. On the plus side: - location is great with easy public transit access. The walk from the Dundas subway station is short. - concession stand snacks are very good including fresh baked cookies and chocolate covered almonds - ladies' washroom lineup moves quickly before the show - historic and attractive theatre - seats are comfortable enough Regardless of the positives listed above, we go to the theatre to see plays. So if we can only see a fraction of the stage and must lean forward or from side to side as the actors move around the stage, the experience is diminished. Also, this movement sets off a chain reaction as the theatregoers behind the moving person must move around to view the stage. Not everyone can afford to buy the most expensive tickets to get a better view. read more

Great theater, great lighting, great sound... Marble stairs... So the marble stairs.. are very slippery and the steps are a different size near the bottom... Which made me fall on my butt and slip on a few stairs... Really painful. They were kind enough to bring me some ice for my hand but probably because they didn't want to get sued lol. Whatever. Good theater otherwise... read more

I ended up winning tickets to see Hamilton which led me to this lovely theater! It was my first time seeing a musical which means my first time at Ed Mirvish. It is just beautiful! The lighting, the beautiful stairs and let's not forget about the that "theater vibe." The seats were perfect size and comfy and from what I could see, most seats are all a great location with minor view obstructions depending on the sets and where you are located. However, I only saw the first floor (Yes there is a 2nd floor that I did not explore!) They offer snacks and refreshments which I thought was very helpful. They even had a little merch stand where you could purchase the merch for the musical. The whole decor and building itself is very nice to take in, I recommend taking a few mins to observe it all! read more

I came here for the first time to see Sister Act. Without commenting on the show itself, I really enjoyed the theatre. I love that it's right in the heart of downtown and near so many restaurants and other options for pre- and post- show. I love the traditional awning and entrance way, and the grand staircase inside. I really felt like I'm experiencing a part of historical Toronto. There was a wide variety of price ranges when I bought tickets for the show. I'm kind of on a budget so purchased the second lowest seat time which were pretty high up in the balcony. I was impressed that I had a clear view of the stage from my seat. I liked that you could buy food and drinks both upstairs and downstairs, as well as take the food and drinks into the show. I wish there was more of a food selection than cookies and ice cream, however. I also liked how you could leave during the middle of the show to use the restroom and go back inside. I've been to theatres where they won't let you come back in until intermission! What a waste. The line ups for the bathroom weren't bad. Can't wait to come back. A fairly affordable night out! read more

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Saw The Wizard of Oz here the other night. This place's name has changed a couple of times, but it never changes to be a great theatre. Easily accessible by the TTC, it's steps from Dundas Station. There's also a lot of things to do around the theatre including shopping and dining. The Senator is right across the street and you get a discount for a Yelp Check In by the way. Now to the seats - they're quite comfortable, like you're sitting on a sofa at home. We were sitting at the upper level and we still had a great view of the stage (and more importantly the show). The only thing I wonder about is the food policy - grab a treat in the lobby, but I don't think alcoholic beverages, drinks and food should be allowed in the theatre. There's nothing stopping me from going back. I think that it's a beautiful building that should be bragged about to visitors to Toronto. Good for: out of towners, nightlife, entertainment read more

Saw Harry Potter last night and it was incredible. Best play I have ever saw. Truly entertaining!

This theatre is right at Yonge Dundas square with entrances on Victoria St and Yonge St and it is across from the Eaton Centre. Easily accessible by ttc and lots of parking lots not too far away. We found a lot at the Atrium on 123 Edward St, a 10 min walk away and they charge $6 after 6pm! So many restaurants close by...quick eats and sit down, but I love going to the food court at the Eaton centre so everyone can get what they want. The seating in the theatre is decent...not too cramped. We sat in centre orchestra row R and had a good view of the stage. They sell alcoholic beverages, water and snacks (cookies, popcorn,etc) Use the Victoria street entrance for minimal climbing as the Yonge street entrance requires climbing a large set of stairs and then going back down on the other side if you are in orchestra seating. Great venue for live theatre. read more

The venue is beautiful and the Harry Potter show was great . However, my experience was ruined by the staff who couldn't seem to find my free vouchers that come with the ticket package I purchased, $50 value by the way, and for TWO tickets. No real customer service number or rep, had to later call the box office and select 'I'd like to purchase tickets' because there's no 'speak to a real person' option. After calling a few days afterward to see if there was anything they could do to help me, was rudely AND repeatedly accused of already picking up the vouchers when I clearly did and could not. Explained the situation over and over and they completely disregarded anything I was saying. Absolutely no help at all and I'll never attend a show here again, as the workers only seem to know how to scan tickets for entry. read more

Beautiful theatre, fantastic acoustics, comfortable seating. It does become chaotic during intermission, it's almost impossible to use the restroom or refill that drink you want. For the start of the show, definitely give yourself some time before the show starts if you want to grab a drink. read more

The Canon Theatre is a venue that really speaks volumes when it comes to the history of Toronto. Built back in the 1920s, this theatre may have switched names and ownership over the years, but it still remains a very popular venue for some of the biggest shows in musical theatre and is definitely one of the most beautiful theatres with a stunning interior. My first experience with this theatre was back when I was 6 years old, when the theatre was "The Pantages" and my parents took my two siblings and I to see The Phantom of the Opera. Since the Phantom ended its ten year reign in this theatre, the theatre became "The Canon" and was restored again to maintain its original beauty. Just last week, I went to see Fiddler on the Roof there and it was a wonderful production. What made it so wonderful was the great acoustics inside the theatre, the comfortable seating and the fact that there were no pillars blocking my view! Before the show even started, I was mesmerized by the opulent decorations of the stage and the interior, along with a very detailed painting design on the ceiling. Like any other theatre, the only downfall was the lack of bathrooms, particularly for the ladies. Overall, this theatre is wonderful. Also, it is right across from the Eaton Centre and Dundas Square, so you are close to restaurants and shopping to keep you busy before and after your performance. read more

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I was at Ed Mirvish last night to watch Sherlock Holmes. I had decided to try a seat on the upper level this time (something different) so got a seat on the Mezzanine, row C. The seats are not elevated enough - the man in front of me was not above average height but he blocked my view entirely. I had to lean a lot to my right to watch the play - incidentally, the lady on my right was doing the same but leaning to the left! I strongly recommend NOT getting Mezzanine seats since I haven't had issues with my view in the past. Also, not sure if something was wrong with their temperature control system, but it was uncomfortably warm. Being on the upper level this time though, I got a better look at the ceiling - it's gorgeous. read more

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Beautiful theater with lovely architecture. Was here to see Billy Elliot which I thoroughly enjoyed. We were on the Mezzanine level and the biggest irritant was the angle at which the seats were laid out. I am a pretty tall guy and had a hard time looking over the head of this guy in front of me who was average sized. Ended up doing a dance and needing to move every time he moved which was annoyingly very often. read more

Ah... The Canon... it was here where I went to see my very first performance that I actually picked: The Phantom Of The Opera. Oh, which horrible seats we had, although in fairness, it was a school trip and we were thrown into the back of the 2nd balcony. I still remember, some of us would rent and then use one set of binoculars in front of another set just so we could try tell the expressions on the actors. Mmm... it kind of worked actually but that is not the right way to see a musical. I have seen a number of performances here, mostly on row M. Since if you get centered seats, you will find them well placed with great acoustics and a great level of view. As expected when you are paying a premium for entertainment, the staff of the locale try to be both friendly and courteous. Washroom can be a bit tight since they are quite small for the house as in, there aren't enough. I have always liked the view just to the left of the grand staircase specially during intermission as you see the audience mingle. The materials look and feel top notch and I am proud we have this great house in Toronto. Not sure if I am feeling the Ed Mirvish name change but then again, it is just a name. Since personally I rather liked: The Pantages Theatre. Definitely worth the visits as a venue. read more

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre - One of my favorite angles from the Canon theater. - Performing Arts Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Wicked Over the years, Wicked has gotten a kind of unfair rap as "a girls' musical" and while the two women who accompanied me certainly enjoyed it, so did the rest of the audience, which included theatregoers of both sexes and all ages. read more

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This theatre is so incredibly beautiful, with older and more classic features but with comfortable seats, so I hate to give it a three - however, the washroom situation is just ridiculous. I've been to this theatre around three times now and every time I end up waiting 20 minutes during intermission to use the bathroom, and even then I barely make it back to the theatre on time. I get that it's an older theatre, but they really need to fix the whole bathroom situation, since everyone else I was with was just as annoyed and frustrated as me. read more

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The Canon surprised me with how good it looked!! For something that I see all the time and looks like nothing special from outside, the new interior certainly packs a punch!! The staff and ushers were very friendly, I won the lottery to see Wicked, so we ended up on the first box to the right of the stage, so while the view of the production was not as great as it could have been, a the 4 seat box provided so much room for legs that it was hard to feel grumpy about our view. Despite our partly obstructed view the experience was still fantastic and we didn't miss out on any significant parts of the show. It misses out on 1 star because while the big and beautiful lobby area is very nice to look at, it gets extremely crowded during intermission and can get complicated to navigate through. To be honest, I don't see any major Toronto theatre being below 3 stars and the Canon does not disappoint! read more

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Ed Mirvish Theatre always a treat to go and watch a good show. No matter where your seat is viewing is always good. This time I was thrilled to see the exhilarating, multi-award-winning musical ONCE. Great Irish music and story line. Highly recommend it. If you enjoy a pint of beer you are welcomed on the stage preshow and during intermission to have that wee pint of beer and chat. The only thing I don't like about the theatre is intermission lineups. read more

I saw Matilda, it was AMAZING! All the performers gave 110% I felt like we were on broadway, not off Victoria somewhere in Toronto. Must see. The sets and choreography, and the singing, was so perfect. The cast, perfect, songs perfect. The story took me back to when I was a kid. I remember seeing Matilda when it came out and they did a good job staying true to the story line. Please support this play here or wherever you can see it. We paid $65 CAD. We were close, but every seat in the house is a good seat. SPOILER: my favorite scenes were, the first day of school DANCING ON BLOCKS, awesome, the swing scene, beautiful. All of it really. read more

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3.5 stars. Came here for the last show of Annie 18'Jun. We got seats at second row of Mezzanine (MEZZ BB). But if you were kid or not a tall person, you might be blocked by the people in front. (Princess of Wales has no such problem.) Show were awesome. Good for kids. Food choices were decent. Just prepared to wait in long line during intermission. read more

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Saw Annie at this venue. Show was great. Venue looks good, but is not well executed. Toilets are limited, sound poor and the view from mezzanine felt very disconnected from the show. It's a pity, as this place could be so much better. DO NOT sit on the mezzanine read more

CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre - The view from a so called "premium" seat on the mezzanine. Feels so far from the stage, couldn't make out who the actor was. - Performing Arts Near Me - Toronto, Ontario