What a finale to this year's opera season!!…read more We attended Vancouver Opera's production of Verdi's 'Don Carlo' at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver on 08 May. In one word, it was 'fantastic'!! And such a great finale to this year's season! The performances by all concerned were strong, and well-rewarded by the audience ... which was so "hushed" when they should be - you would likely hear a pin drop in the theatre during the many solos and duos!! - and so loud with their applause and cheers of appreciation after each. And that includes the orchestra's handling of Verdi's wonderful score. It was a large one in the pit for this production, and they did Verdi proud!! We were treated well, and still really have not "come down" from the total experience!! Our kudos to Vancouver Opera for another fine production.

The building is centrally located. Parking can be tough if you don't have the pass to park under…read morethe theater. Surprisingly there is not much to eat around here. The building is starting to show its age in some areas as the exterior and lobby area is in need of an overhaul. The theater itself has great acoustics and is a beautiful performance space. The surtitles can be harder to read if you are in the front rows. One can pre-order the drinks for the intermissions which is a great time saver. Other than if you are into performance arts I would highly recommend watching a performance here.

Ballet BC is presenting Royal Winnipeg Ballet's, The Nutcracker Dec 12-14, 2014. There are two…read moreshows left to see, hurry!!! We attended Queen Elizabeth Theatre last night, my very first ballet! I had some expectations but the actual performance far exceeded anything I had dreamt up. I was awestruck. It was absolutely splendid! I had no idea ballet would be that entertaining, funny, moving and a such true pleasure to experience. The performers, props, set and costumes are first class! And of course the music.... One of my favourite collections. I was one of the lucky winners of the Yelp Elite & Ballet BC ticket giveaway. I had always wanted to go to this ballet... But the timing had never worked out. So thankful for the amazing opportunity I had last night - thank you Ballet BC and Yelp. I highly recommend this show, 5 stars all the way, I'm already looking forward to attending next year!

I have always wanted to see the Nutcracker, and finally I did…read more I was not disappointed. Set in Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Ballet BC presented Royal Winnipeg's The Nutcracker during December. A perfect show for the winter holidays. Everything was amazing !! The orchestra playing Tchaikovsky was moving. The scenes and costumes were incredibly creative. Watching the ballet was like being in a storybook that has magically come alive before your eyes. A great show for kids, couples, and friends. Definitely will watch again next year !!

Love this theatre, it's a magificent historic building and a lovely place to experience the…read moreVancouver Symphony. A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to participate in the guided tour ($11 ish) and I enjoyed it, a neat behind the scenes view and some great old stories. The architecture was interesting and the guides were friendly and interesting.

What a wonderful luxury experience to spend rainy Sunday afternoon listening beautiful music…read more Who doesn't like musical legend, John Williams's scores? I was grown up watching lots of 80's and 90's movies and this was the great opportunity to join sound immersive experience with the orchestra. And it's only $19 The catch is this concert artists are still students from Vancouver Academy of Music. But they are great. They had lots of audiences and I was happy to help those kids(some are adults) as well. Everyone are happy. Before I booked online, I checked the seat map by the third party website. They have slight "width" difference. I choose wider seat on aisle and it was very comfortable. There was no price difference. I hope it helps you next time.

Really great theatre with tons of character. Beautiful interior design, well maintained facilities,…read moreand a wonderful group of helpful and friendly staff. They host a wide variety of shows here, so definitely worth checking back regularly to see what's on the docket. We saw Kuroko and it was a a real treat! They have a bar inside. Only downside is the chairs are quite uncomfortable and squeaky, but I guess that's part of the theatres character.

This is a great local theatre. I love that it's in a heritage building. Also, the theatre has…read morevelvet plush seats on the ground and in the balcony. I love any theatre that preserves the historical feel of Vancouver. If you arrive early, you can sit in the lounge where you can buy beer, wine, cocktails, other drinks & snacks while you wait. You can also look at the art on the walls. It's a very comfortable creative environment. The lounge added just as much to the experience as the stunning show, "Josephine" did.

About every 5 years we have the urge to go to the opera. Went to Turandot this weekend and were…read morenot disappointed. Vancouver Opera does an amazing job - it is a completely professional performance. I am sure if you saw the identical performance at Sidney Opera House you would be raving about it for days. It was fantastic. And reiterated that we need to make this at least an annual event. We would highly recommend.

I saw Annie during the opening night and wow, what a show! Annie was a hit! Richmond's Gateway…read moreTheatre delivers not just a show, but an entire journey. It's a place where powerful storytelling, artistic innovation, and human connection converge. I left the theatre inspired, moved, and already planning my next visit. The theatre is modern, comfortable and very well designed, with excellent views of the stage from any seat. The theatre itself is stunning, with a beautiful, classic interior that adds to the whole experience. The space manages to feel both grand and intimate, with a thoughtful design that invites you to slow down, observe, and soak in the welcoming energy. The staff were outstanding! Very helpful, courteous and professional. A perfect venue for an unforgettable show. The place is so well maintained that it really enhanced the experience!! Annie certainly lived up to expectations! Tears, laughter and dancing- what could be better? There is so much talent in the cast of Annie. The cast brought so much heart and energy to the story! The cast were just unbelievable and made the show what it is. This heartwarming holiday musical is full of hope, resilience and heart! It's so energetic and wholesome. From the catchy songs to the amazing cast, this production will leave you smiling long after the curtain closes! Amazing talent, wonderful story, beautiful music! Pure joy from start to finish! After more than 2 hours, when it ends, you just want more! Can't speak highly enough of it! Words fail me to describe the spectacle we saw that evening. Everything about this show was magical. Days later and I was still whistling the songs. The show is contagious! It is impossible not to smile, sing, or swing your head at the rhythm of the dances. An unforgettable experience that unites joy, nostalgia and the excellence of Richmond's Gateway Theatre. From the first note all the way through to the end, this is an unforgettable show. I could easily have walked out of the doors and back in for another performance. We were all up and dancing at the end and came out of the theatre with big grins on our faces. I recommend without hesitation. If you haven't grabbed your tickets yet, don't wait until "Tomorrow" - get them now before they're gone! ...and expect to be singing some great songs on your way home from the show!

I took my daughter to see Anne of Green Gables The Musical at the Gateway Theatre in Richmond, back…read morein December. I remember watching it myself many years ago when I was a young girl and as she and I have read quite a few of the "Anne" books together, I felt she'd enjoy the show just as much as I did.  The show was wonderful but I was a bit put off by how late the performance started. Start time for the show was supposed to be 1:00pm but the show didn't actually start until nearly 20 minutes. I was also not impressed with the system for getting refreshments during intermission. The lineup to get a drink/snack was insanely long and didn't seem to be moving. My daughter and I gave up after awhile and just back to our seats. I noticed a sign which indicated that one could pre-order drinks for intermission. I wonder how many other people saw this sign. I think it would have been nice if they'd advertised that option a bit more.  Overall, an enjoyable experience. We came to see the show so that's what mattered most and the show was wonderfully done. The experience could have been just a bit more enjoyable though if the show had started on time and if there had been a better system in place for people to get refreshments during intermission.  Service: Fair Parking: Paid parking Location: 6500 Gilbert Rd., right next to the Richmond Hospital

What a beautiful theatre! Came by to watch the lion king broadway show that was in Vancouver on…read moretour. Definitely an easy theatre to find and transit accessible which was nice. Very clean and spacious too. It has a standard theatre/opera vibe to it. We were just a little confused with the sections but otherwise great experience!

The QE Theatre program is impressively broad…read more I recently attended a comedy show, and the space was incredibly comfortable -- perhaps too comfortable for a comedy show. Ballets, musicals, and conference talks are where the theatre truly excels. The acoustics and size of the space strike the right balance, holding just enough attention and gravitas to follow the plot without distraction. The rare times I've attended an instrumental recital -- particularly piano, without amplification -- the sound has felt a touch flat, lacking the resonance one might hope for. Overall, it's a comfortable venue for patrons. The seats are generous, and there's usually coat check and convenient nearby parking garages, which make the experience smooth from start to finish.