What a nice theater and I hear they will be doing some upgrades soon! We went to see Once in my…read morelifetime, a fun play about the Buffalo Bills. We had front row seats and really enjoyed this performance. Highly recommend you add this theater to your to do list. We will be back

I finally got the opportunity to visit the Lancaster Opera House when attending the holiday play…read moreMiracle of South Division St with a few friends. First off, the play was really good. Very funny! We entered through the back door, up the back staircase so I actually never saw the main entrance or lobby. The place hold about 350 for plays and we had an excellent view. The sound was very good. Seats were pretty comfortable. So this is called an Opera House but that actually goes back in 1897 when it was built when all music halls and gathering places were called opera houses. Luckily for the town, the place was restored to it's original form in 1981. Great benefit to the community. Now I'll be checking their schedule for their future offerings which I know include at least play and concerts. 2021-196

My mom and I went to see Don Giovanny last weekend and it was a delight! We were blown away by the…read moreset design, the combination of "photo projection" lighting with the decorations created very special effect. The voices were great, we especially liked Donna Elvira, El Commendatore, and Masetto voices. I am not sure about the two story stage setup, when the singers were singing from the 2nd floor gallery, the sound was certainly worse. Still was a great experience!

I've even here a few times for some shows but can't believe I haven't reviewed it before!…read more Throughout the year ( check website for dates) they have a free lunch series - Tuesday/Thursday and a Wednesday after work free performance! I finally managed to take advantage of one of the free lunch performances and it was awesome! Now they do the performances on the small area by the stairs - so you are sitting on the steps to watch (important to note if you are wearing a dress lol). There are a few chairs set up, but not too many. I arrived at around 11:50am for the noon performance and it was already packed! So try and arrive a little earlier than I did. Staff were really nice and made everyone squeeze closer together so everyone could enjoy the singing. What a great opportunity to check out the COC! If you've never experienced Opera, I'd highly suggest checking out their free performances for a taste!

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.

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 have seen a number of musicals and shows at the Princess of Wales Theatres over the years…read more Specifically, I was a regular theatre attendee over a decade ago. I couldn't tell you why I stopped going. It took Hamilton, the musical, to get me back into the swing of things. I have been a fan of this production for a while. I have listened to the album version many times. I have also seen the Disney+ version of the musical. Princess of Wales Theatre, named after Princess Diana, had a ticket sale through the Mirvish site. I secured a ticket on a Friday in mid-July. It was heavily discounted and I ended up sitting in the third row, almost dead centre. Parking has changed over the years in the theatre district. I managed to find parking in a small lot a block north of this theatre. I was pleased. I had no problem filing in to this theatre. There was no security check. You basically show your ticket on your phone and a staffer will direct you to the proper entrance. I was seated in the orchestra section. I had the nicest usher direct me. I also got a program from her. The two women ultimately seated next to me were kind to stand up and let me get past them in the row to get to my seat. The musical was excellent. The only concern was one of the cast members being replaced after the first intermission. I hope that he was okay, but his backup did a fantastic job. I used the washroom before and after the show. There was no wait before the show. There was a bit of a wait after, though. There were many stalls, but the volume of folks needing to use them was more the issue. The women's washroom was in impeccable shape. The sink area was fun. It was like a waterfall. It was pretty. It may seem a bit unusual to folks who want a more practical hot and cold set of faucets. I wouldn't know whether the men's had a similar waterfall sink. I got a souvenir after the show. I don't have many shot glasses, so I got a Hamilton-branded one. I paid with a credit card. The woman at the counter was helpful and friendly. She wrapped my little glass shot glass in paper and then placed it in a small plastic bag. I thanked her and happily left the theatre. When you step out of the theatre and look down at the sidewalk, you'll see Canada's Walk of Fame. It was cool seeing inductees, from Monty Hall, to Wayne Gretzky. It was great returning to this theatre again and taking in a musical. I hope to do it again soon, but not over a decade later. (328)

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.

This is an excellent venue for a one man comedy show or a 20 piece jazz ensemble. This 850 seat…read moreconcert hall at Buffalo State College is as Intimate as it is high-tech. Versatile lighting, good acoustics, comfortable seats. Adequate parking and a great location, across the street from the Albright Knox art Gallery.

I have never been in this theatre before. I was surprised by the size (almost 1,000 seats!). The…read moreseats are great: comfortable, they look brand new, and more than enough leg room. Getting in and out of theatre is bit strange. There seams to be only an elevator to get to second floor where the theatre is. Slows down a bit to get in or out. We were there for Yamato, Japanese taiko drummers. What a great performance. Yamato is a group of 9 people, 2 women and 7 men. They play mostly drums, but there was flute and cymbal playing too. The size of the drums varies from less than a foot up to 5 feet in diameter. The sticks they use for the big drums are huge too. After the show the players showed up in the hall to thank us for coming.

My friend really wanted to go to a TSO concert while we were visiting Toronto, so we got tickets on…read morea Saturday night. The lobby of the concert hall was a bit dated (think lots of beige carpeting), but overall, it was a beautiful space. We sat behind the orchestra in the choir loft, which was such a fun experience. Great way to spend an evening!

If you are looking for an unforgettable night out in Toronto, don't miss the Toronto Symphony…read moreOrchestra! I saw La Vida Loca on May 13th, and it was hands down one of the most entertaining performances I have ever experienced. The musicians were incredible, and the whole show was bursting with energy and emotion. The TSO really knows how to bring a crowd to life. Five stars all the way. I can't wait to go back!

The concert on November "Clouds in my Coffee". Three women, and one man for one song, sang and…read morecelebrated the songs of Carole King, Carly Simon and Joni Mitchell. It was a fabulous concert. The vocalists sang separately and together, making the songs of these three women come alive. I don't know if could have been any better if the original artists had been there to sing their own songs. Morgan James, Shayna Steele and Bryohna Marie sang their hearts out. The conductor, Ted Sperling joined in on one song; he also played the piano!

A friend & I have a mini season pass for the BPO. With this package you are able to choose any 6…read moreperformances during the season. We have had conflicts in the past and they are really accommodating with changing to another show. At Saturdays performance we seen Showstopping pops. It included Jay Dref & Michele Ragusa both Buffalo natives performing along with the BPO. The music was all from Broadway shows and Jay Dref also sang Evermore from Beauty and the Beast (my favorite stage play) that was not included in the program. Always an enjoyable evening. I lost count of the standing ovations at the show. If you think you have never heard Jay Dref sing you may be mistaken. He sang the National Anthem at the Bills/Saints game on the following day.

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.

A good-sized theatre with lots of seating, but several of the rows on the ground floor will leave…read moreyou craning your head upwards to look at the screen. For some reason-- because of the podium pedestal-- the screen is super high. Top floor is a much better choice. All seats could do with a nice dusting/cleaning between them. Concession is pricy and popcoen not as good compared to Cineplex theatre popcorn. Good alcohol options! More washroom facilities would be great! I appreciate the free water machine, this is a great addition that should be in any theatre!

it's still the BLOOR CINEMA to me... so many great films and…read morefestivals in the 80/90's. Happy to support, got back to a membership in November! the programming is simply atrocious... i'm not saying it has to be ERASERHEAD and EL TOPO every weekend... but how about something LIGHT or FUN once a month or so....? docs on Afghans, burger place in alberta, and stuff you'll never see or hear of. i've been once, i wanna go sooner than later, but i just saw the next two months (up until mid march...), good lord that's a collection of BLEAK.. popcorn is very good! and u can get beer now!!! :). love the balconies (gotta mention that!)