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.

I've been here to see a performance of Rigoletto. The talent was top-notch. The cast was superb,…read moreand the sets were impressive. Toronto is a world-class city, but when it comes to culture sometimes it's a step behind the likes of Chicago. However, the Four Seasons fills the void. The theatre itself is super-modern and leaves something do be desired compared to the grand Opera houses of Europe (say Budapest Opera house, or Vienna State Opera). Still, the acoustics is good, and the visibility is excellent (well, at least from ring 5 row A), owing to the steep incline. Do yourself a favour and take in some culture at the Four Seasons and help support the arts.

I went to see last show of The Great Gatsby here. I have read the book and one of the film…read moreadaptations in high school. The play was great. I sat in the last row in the mezzanine section. I feel like sitting a little closer to stage (front-middle mezzanine or middle to back orchestra) would have a better viewing experience. The theatre actually has 2 entrances (Yonge St. and Victoria St.). The interiors are gorgeous. Staff and the customer service guy were great and helpful. They were able to heIp switching for the right date when I called about getting ones for the wrong date. Make sure to call them as soon as possible. I think there's a grace period to be able switch. Also, tickets would have to be the same price if you are switching dates and/or time. Even though I didn't get charged for switching, I have seen online that there is potentially a $15 fee for doing so.

This historic performing arts center in Toronto Ontario Canada is known for hosting major musicals…read moreand 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.

Went previously to see the Lion King and just recently "Ones" (Beatles no. 1 hits")…read more If you're into the Beatles, highly recommended. Not only singing along and bopping to all their number one hits but also learning their history and fun facts that I never knew about them. They were truly amazing....." "We all live in a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine, a yellow submarine." The theater layout is well designed with basically no obscured views. Very clean and well maintained despite it's age, a beautiful and classic venue going back in time over 33 years, oh the stories it must have. Plenty of staff to guide and assist you to your assigned seats. Drinks/bar setup on each floor lobby for those who drink on every occasion. The sound and lighting system perfectly complimented each show I sat in the upper level for Lion King and the mid level for Ones, both levels with perfect views of the main stage with clear sound. Protip- take the side exit after the play is over, a lot quicker than going out the main exit where you entered the thester

(Attended 09/12/25 FR @ 9:00pm & 09/13/25 SA @ 6:30pm): This was a princess of a theatre while…read morepatrons wailed with excitement for the movie premieres! Nearing the end of the 50th Toronto International Film Festival, I finally nabbed a couple of film screenings at the Princess Of Wales Theatre. One of five venues used to showcase films during the festival, this large single-screen venue showcased some of the gala premieres with an approximate capacity of 2,000+ seating. Opened on May 26, 1993, it was built by the father and son producing team of David and Ed Mirvish, with the Canadian premiere of Miss Saigon. Designed by architect Peter Smith and featured artwork by Frank Stella. It was the first privately built, stand-alone theatre in North America in over 50 years - and the first in Canada since the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre. Did this theatre make me feel like a princess and provide me with a whale of a time!? PURCHASE(S) Open Captions Screening - "Poetic License" ($29.00CAD): Having world premiered earlier in the festival, this comedy-drama was the feature directorial debut of actress Maude Apatow (daughter of Judd Apatow and Lesle Mann). The story followed a soon-to-be empty nester relocating for her husband's new job. As she attempted to settle in, her entanglement between two college best friends and their fight for her attention sparked the main theme of the film. It was cute, endearing, and sweet as it focused on the character trying to find her footing in a new environment. The pace was very good, the dialog was casual and fresh, and the cinematography was effortless. Sadly, there wasn't a Q&A after this screening. Gala Screening - "Peak Everything" ($29.00CAD): Whether I was drunk, tired, whatever, this film went way over my head, and I lost interest in it fast. Buttered Popcorn Regular Bag ($6.19CAD x2): The addictive aroma of freshly-popped kernels and hot melting butter sucked me in as always. Plus, no movie experience was complete without popcorn and candy (I had no candy...). Armed with only one smallish size to sell, I inhaled these early in the respective films. SERVICE All of this was based during the Toronto International Film Festival and not solely on the general on-hand staff. The online ticket sales were a breeze once you found a film that wasn't sold out. The "Rush Line" sales were quick once tickets were released, and every human being I dealt with from festival staffers/volunteers, ushers, to the concessions was nearly seamless - thank you! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): I was constantly in the area all day throughout the Toronto International Film Festival, so I simply walked. Otherwise, there were spots along the many main and surrounding streets, I believed onsite underground parking, some nearby structures, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A fairly modern facade, the multi-level interior was beautiful with an old-school movie palace feel, various murals, gorgeous ornation, and bar/concession counters on each level. The seats were cushioned enough (no cup holders nor reclining seats), very good sound system, and slight auditorium seating so someone could've still blocked your view. My first Orchestra Row GG seat I had was a bit angled but fine, while my second Orchestra C Row M seat was really nice except for the cramped seats and tall person in front of me. There were low-incline steps which were easy to climb. Minimal natural lighting came through the lobby windows while electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were various monitors, no background music, but there was plenty of chatter all around. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Princess Of Wales Theatre was a beautiful facility, any live performances would be a treat to see here, and I felt there really weren't any bad seats unless you were in the extreme angular areas. Everything ran smoothly, there weren't any real hassles, the concession prices were standard albeit a limited selection of offerings to eat while the ticket prices were elevated as was the norm for a film festival. The customer service was easy, friendly, and straightforward. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $70.00CAD BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

This theatre is so lovely. The staff were extremely kind and organized. The theatre itself was…read morereally intimate, and the seating was comfortable. I was blown away by the show that we saw. I will definitely be going back again.

I visited the Secret Stories art event happening right now on until Jan 3rd. Saturday and Sunday…read morethere are some vendors but we went during the week to avoid the crowds. SUCH A NEAT EVENT! We loved every minute of it. They have QR codes you can scan to hear the music to accompany the art (so bring your phone). The only room for improvement would be to put the QR codes to the left of the art pieces so you can listen to it while you're passing by the art connected with the music). The artist did such a beautiful job! So many details and it was so neat to see places you have passed a million times made of paper. The kaleidoscopes were very pretty and a fun touch. I highly suggest checking this very covid friendly event out.

It is such a beautiful venue. I had a Lowbox F seat and I could hear the band very well. The…read moreushers were really good. They also go over the history of the place sometimes.

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 a pleasure it was to see the traveling show that this company is doing (The Adventures if…read moreHuckleberry Finn) the cast was fantastic and the audiences loved them! If they come to a town near you- go see the show.

Saw the "Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)" and had a blast! The cast of 3 men went…read morethrough all 37 of Shakespeare's plays, in under 90 minutes. It's as amazing as you would imagine it to be, and hillarious too! Entertaining, somewhat interactive, tidbits of modern events strewn in, very talented actors... highly recommended!

I went to SoCap Comedy twice this week. Once as an audience member on the 2nd floor, and then the…read moresecond time as a producer of a comedy show on the 3rd floor. I have nothing but rave reviews on both counts. The 2nd floor is quite large, has an excellent stage, terrific lighting, and wonderful sound system, run by a total professional. I saw a show called The Practice Show which, I was told was pretty much a rehearsal with improv troupes trying out new material, new forms, etc.. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of work. The teams were tight and showed strong, listening skills, which is especially hard when you were trying out new things. It's an excellent show that is in the space most Monday nights and I definitely think you should check it out. As a producer, I produced a show on the 3rd floor, which is the smaller more intimate space. Our show was a mixture of older and younger comedians. I think it's important for the generations to play together. Renting The Cabaret 3rd fl Space at SoCap was terrific! The warmth they showed, and the level of professionalism at SoCap is unparalleled.The deal is phenomenal, and this little space is a gem! It's so nice up there, that it's like stumbling into a little secret space. This is my first choice space in Toronto!! I'm going to be at SoCap again later this month to see The Stupid Good Show with The Coincidence Men and guests, which happens the last Friday of every month. Looking forward to it!

We came for comedy and beers event for $25 pp includes a pair of beers and an improv show featuring…read morevarious groups. It was a lot of fun! Some groups were more insync than others but never a dull moment. Great way to support these groups starting out. Really entices us to take up improv as well. The final act was by Affirmative Improv and they asked the audience to submit a confession via penned note. They read them out loud and then expertly improv a few of them together in a skit. Haha did not expect a bit of musical to come out of it too. Great times and would happily do it again. The way the tables are set up, it's great for groups of 4's so perfect to make it a double date night or date night. We were able to grab the seats near the front by being just a few minutes before the show starts.

This entertainment is highly recommended! It is great for groups small or big. We had the pleasure…read moreof having Elysium Entertainment at my company Christmas party and it was well received. They included some guests of the audience in their murder mystery which made it interactive, interesting and highly entertaining to see co-workers let loose. Thank you for a wonderful time!

From the owner: Elysium Entertainment is your one-stop shop for comedy entertainment. Whether you are looking for…read morean improv, murder mystery, comedy variety show, stand up comic or more, we've got them!

I was surprised there is a theatre here. Thought it would be smaller, but there are plenty of…read moreseats. Since it's a matinee, there weren't a lot of people so I could be comfortable. The show was more than 2 hours long including intermission which was okay as I don't like to sit for too long. Big parking lot probably because of the community Center that's connected. I'll come again for other shows.