Toronto Theatrical Producers (Mirvish, Dancap, Canstage, COC) Review

Excellent experience. Staff was very friendly and helpful

My favourite place to hang. Never seen a show I didn t love.

I loved the experience when I went to see Wicked and Book Of Mormon years ago. Some other reviews were complaining that the ushers didn't allow them to sing along, and i agree with the ushers; You came to see the play, not belt showtunes.

The cast and crew worked hard to present something beautiful, and you singing alongside them not only shadows over them, it disturbs the folk around you.

Wicked was amazing!! I am a bit of a Theatre nerd and have never seen Wicked. It was everything I wanted it to be and more.

What a lovely theatre! Loved bat out of hell. I don't think there is a bad seat in there!

A good facility and theatre. We went to see Mathilda with our Family and the play was excellent. Professional staff and excellent staff working at the bar. We had a great time

Finally got to see Hamilton after years of waiting. Took my best friends and we were ever so satisfied of the musical performances and staff at the theater.

We saw The Lighting Thief and I give the show a 5+ stars. It was fabulous. We purchase what I thought to be good seats but I could see nothing past the person in front of me. Seems the seats were not aligned properly or something. Through the first act, I was going left, right constantly. It must have been very annoying / distracting for the people behind me. For the second act I sat on the very edge of my seat and tried as best I could to see over the person in front of me. I was uncomfortable through the show and left with a sore neck and back. The show was incredibly good though and kept my mind off my discomfort. I could have complained there but the theatre was very full in front of and behind me, so I don't think they could have found me a better seat.

"Beautiful" was absolutely delightful! The theatre is stunning and the staff friendly and efficient....even the ladies' room attendant amused us with her choreography during the intermission!

I love this theatre. It is a beautifully decorated building, there isn't a bad seat in the house, and some great shows come through this place.

What a amazing venue.The architecture is amazing.My only complaint is the seats need to be wider.

Very clean beautiful theatre
Friendly staff and quick entry process. Like every venu in the world need more woman's restrooms love Toronto theaters bring you back in time with their grandeur.

Comfortable seats no matter where you sit, good view of stage. I just love the interior of this building!

The Play that Goes Wrong was brilliant. This is clearly the best theatre in the city. Other theatres in the city have tiny seats. This theatre is also beautiful inside.

Absolutely beautiful Ed Mirvish Theatre! Any time u visit- you enjoy Musical like Aida or Wizard of OZ. Amazing interior -museum looking classy style. Great place for entertaining Family of any age.

Great performance. Great service. Great atmosphere.

Very enjoyable and memorable experience at "Beautiful".

The seats are a little tight, but the theater is beautiful. A lot of stairs.

Beautiful theater. Great production of Wicked. Only negative is that they sell popcorn and drinks which patrons can take into the theater then leave spilled popcorn, etc on floors. Very disappointing to see this in a professional and elegant theater.

I guess it depends on what seats you get also the play was kinda unimpressive

Omg I went and saw Bat out of Help was amazing. The place had great view where ever u sat. The sound system was great. I'd like to go back again.

Beautiful ornate theater lovingly maintained. Needs more washrooms (female)

Beautiful theatre and nice atmosphere. My only complaint is that I wish the seating was staggered for better views.

What can I say, it's Live Theatre. Seats are roomy and acceptably comfortable. Can be a little on the pricey side for someone on a budget. But if you get the chance, Treat yourself to the Theater Experience, ,go out, mingle in the crowd at itermission, Have a drink,( if it doesn't break any personal rules) it maybe one of those expensive ice creams. Possibly a souvenir on the way out. I go every chance I get. My next play will be Bat out of Hell. Here's a pic me having a drink during itermission at Beautiful.

Instead of stairs to get your seat it has sloping ramps. Much easier for us old ones to navigate

Just saw Alice in wonderland and it was great. The only downside is the washrooms, but overall good experience.

Saw the Bodyguard, great show and still an awesome venue.

The Play That Goes Wrong had me laughing in so many ways. I found myself in tears at some of the subtle absurdities, giggling into my hand because others had gone silent already. It was a real delight.

Don't forget to read the Playbill...

Besutiful historic theatre that often hosts world class productions. It's an amazing venue for any show.

Seats are comfy (was close to the stage) and the location is excellent - right across from Eaton Centre. Gets a bit crowded with folks lining up for concessions.

This is a lovely older theatre. Not the best concession. Amazing acoustics and a wonderful view from our seats.

Stairs access only to the balcony. So be prepared to climb stairs

Mirvish always does a good show. This theater however, there foyer is beautiful but is very crowded at intermission. The seats are not quite stagerred enough. As a short person I often have to spend the whole show leaning to one side

Every seat is a great seat! The seating map online is a little deceiving. Went to see The Book of Mormon and Kinky Boots here.

Gorgeous theatre with amazing top notch shows. I saw Anastasia with my wife, absolutely phenomenal.

The theater was beautiful. Plenty of parking near by. The seating is a bit cramped but its worth it for the quality of show that is put on. Photo from the production of "Wicked"

Beautiful theatre, great experience & location.
Just found the seat gas are a bit not v comfortable. If an average height person sits in front of you you d have to be a bit uncomfortable.

Very beautiful place, nice and polite people, and a great show, it was a perfect night there.

Beautiful theater. The snack variety lacked and prices were insane but great venue

This place is classy. While going up the stairs be prepared to be blocked by everyone trying to get an Instagram pic.

My very FIRST time here after living in Toronto for 44 years! Was there to see School of Rock, LOVED it!

I love love love Theatre is a gorgeous Theatre lots of space great View I totally recommend this Theatre to anybody

Great venue, you can see the performance on the stage from wherever you are seated.
Only drawback are the really long concession lines during intermission...each transaction seems to take much longer than needed...maybe more help would speed it up.

Very nice but in this day in age I don't understand how a theater of that size doesn't have more water fountains. Other than that no real complaints. Pro tip though: if you have tickets to the nose bleeds, bring binoculars. No one will laugh at you and you will be able to see the expressions of the actors face. It's a game changer.

Went and saw Matilda here. You can sit in the furthest back row and still have a great view.

Went to see Wicked, it was a full show but the line ups at the concession and exiting the building were fairly quick and easy. Very good staff!

Saw several shows here. Dont think there is a bad seat in thechouse

A great place to see the latest play! The feel of a century ago when this was the center of entertainment oozes from the decore and atmosphere. A must visit to experience at least once.

Loved it as Pantages and it's still a great place to see a show. Insanely crowded at intermission.

Gorgeous and historical! Great accoustics and comfy seating. Every show that I have seen here over the years is of great quality! Good experience overall.

Beautiful design inside and friendly service.
Went to watch Hamilton and been there a few more time.
It is a different experience for my age to see the history and indoor art in Toronto.

Known originally as the Pantages Theatre and home to the critically acclaimed "Phantom of the Opera", it was renamed in honour of Ed Mirvish who was born and raised in Toronto and through his success because an active community philanthropist and supporter of local theatre. Through his efforts, this theatre was revitalized and eventually renamed in his namesake in his honour. He also contributed to the community with his store called "Honest Ed's" once located at the corner of Bloor and Bathurst Streets. He even had an annual turkey drive for Thanksgiving where he donated a turkey to anyone in the community for free. The building for this establishment is still there as a city cultural landmark. He and his brother David were also great supporters of the Arts and revitalized the theatre district on King Street West which now bustles with theatre and some local restaurants and shops. It is also the original location where Canada's Walk of Fame (similar to the Hollywood Walk of Fame) was originated and inaugurated in order to honour Canadian talent in the entertainment industry (theatre, music, literary, etc.)

Well designed playhouse for sound and sight from even the more remote cheap seats. If your in the back balcony just bring your binoculaires. Mervish events are usually accurately advertised. Get your tockets at the theatre box office and save $7 each.

Performances are always spectacular. Love the theater so much history !

Amazing theater. Easy parking and great location near Yonge and Dundas square

A classically themed theatre that feels cozy. Sitting in the middle third of the orchestra section provided a great view of the stage, not too close and not too far.

Awesome productions, we have been members for years and are rarely disappointed, (robin hood was not good, and we found Spring awakening too be to "adult" for our taste) we see about 6 shows a year so in five years that's a pretty awesome track record. ALSO if you have a membership they have great "extras" like parking discounts and nearby restaurant discounts

Saw Bat Out of Hell on opening night. Great opening night! Nice theater with roomy seats. Not enough concession access.

Beautiful old theatre. Refurbished in the 80s to house Phantom of the Opera.
Saw School of Rock which is a disappointing version of the original show in NYC.

We watched kicked in this theatre. It has a very nice and spacey interia (for musical theatre standard). The music is strong enough to fill the whole theatre, which is always a plus. Although the person in front of you might block the view a bit, but you can't ask for too much when you pay for the magazzie spot

I was there to see Hamilton musical. So, Many, People. After act 1, the line for the washroom was out of the washroom, then all the way in the hall with all other lines for food/drinks and merch, then out of the entrance door. But the line moves quickly. Thanks to a staff quickly ushering people to available stall. After the show, I saw theatre staff telling people ways to get out of the theatre if they don t need to get any merch or use washroom. Side doors were available to use and we were able to quickly exit the crowed theatre.

Great old theatre in downtown Toronto. Around the block from the Eaton Center, lots of restaurants and Toronto's version of Time Square. If you are going to the theatre head down early and take in the vibe! There are lots of parking lots within walking distance or take an easy public transit trip. In the theatre make sure you take the time to soak in the authentic look of the original architecture and decor. *** The washrooms are tiny and always have huge line ups so go earl or before and if you have to ...run at intermission to be at the front of the line!

Great show! (Hamilton). The theatre is beautiful, but they closed the second entrance/exit and when the show was over, they funneled everyone out of the same single exit. It was mayhem

Beautiful theater and great acoustics. Crowded entry way, so arriving early for seats

Amazing accessibility, great staff and great production. Well worth it