Ed Mirvish Theatre (Formerly the Canon Theatre)

Since opening in 1920, the Ed Mirvish Theatre has been both a venue for drama as well as the subject of drama

The Ed Mirvish Theatre
The Ed Mirvish Theatre cc licensed photo by Tilling 67

Originally opened in 1920 as the Pantages Theatre, the Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto was a motion picture house and vaudeville theatre. At the time it was Canada's largest cinema with 3373 seats. It was built by the founder of the Famous Players Corporation Nathan Nathanson and designed by renowned theatre architect Thomas Lamb.

In 1930 the theatre was renamed the Imperial and was used exclusively for cinema. Forty-two years later in 1972 the interior of the theatre was divided up and converted into a 6 theatre cinema. In 1986 Famous Players lost its lease on the Yonge Street entrance to the theatre to Cineplex Odeon which resulted in a bitter legal battle for control of the theatre. In the end Cineplex Odeon was able to purchase the entire theatre from Famous Players and in 1988 Cineplex removed all the dividing partitions and painstakingly restored the theatre to it's original 1920's design and elegance, but with 2200 seats. In 2001 the theatre was again renamed to the Canon Theatre due to support pledged by the Canon Canada Corporation.

In 2008 Mirvish Productions who own the Royal Alexandra Theatre and the Princess of Wales Theatre also acquired the Canon theatre and have recently renamed it the Ed Mirvish Theatre.

For additional information about the Ed Mirvish Theatre and upcoming shows and events see the official website link below.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

Address: 244 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5B 1V8, Canada

Phone: (800) 461-3333

Official Website: Ed Mirvish Theatre

Ed Mirvish Theatre Reviews

Rated 4.7 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating Fantastic medium-sized theatre with glistening architectural details, showing itself to be a peak mixture of 1930 architectural movements. Little bit of Art Decor here, a little bit of Beaux Arts there. The seats positioning is very well designed (even for the back of the circle, no parts of the performance is lost). As long as the building stands, Toronto history stands.
Phuc Hai Tran - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating Had an amazing time seeing SIX! Although the drinks were a little expensive, I know they had to be to make money for the theatre and to be able to pay the staff etc. We were able to get tickets the day before and if you sign up for their newsletter you get deals etc. I'm hoping to return for Mama Mia in the fall :)
Tealia Carriere - in the last week

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4 Star Rating Beautiful smaller theatre that has a wonderful charm. Conveniently located in Toronto by the Eaton Centre this theatre houses great playa and musicals. I recently went and was surprised at the grandeur of the place. Tickets I purchased were in the orchestra level farther back and I was happy to know my seats were great and pretty much almost seating in the orchestra gives a great view of the stage. Concession area is simple. I bought pop and wasn’t overly gouged $4.75. My seats were comfortable although spaces are a tiny bit tight. I guess standard at theatres. Sound was great and atmosphere great. Staff was friendly can’t wait to go back to see another show!
Susan Abraham - 6 months ago

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5 Star Rating Beautiful theatre, recommend going few minutes early to explore it's lobby and the architecture. The staff were very efficient, knowledgeable and courteous. The seats are packed a bit closely, acoustics are wonderful
Krishna Prasad - 4 months ago

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5 Star Rating We were visiting Toronto and decided to take in a show! Chicago was great, fabulous cast and orchestra and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The theatre itself is small but really beautiful. The staff were friendly and efficient and intermission drinks could be pre-ordered to save time. The only downside was the washrooms, not the state of them, they were lovely, but the number. The queues were horrendous! Other than that, our experience was wholly positive and we would definitely recommend a visit!
Aletia-Sophia Bourne - 3 months ago

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Directions

TTC Subway Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Yonge-University-SpadinaDundas Station3 Minutes

How to get to Ed Mirvish Theatre by TTC Subway

No buses needed. From Dundas Station walk 1 block east along Dundas Street to Victoria Street and go south (right) for ½ block. The Ed Mirvish Theatre is on your right.

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