What Theatres does Mirvish own?

What Theatres does Mirvish own?

Mirvish Productions owns and operates four magnificent theatres in downtown Toronto – the Royal Alexandra, the Princess of Wales, the CAA Ed Mirvish and the CAA – each offering its patrons a unique theatre-going experience.

What was the Ed Mirvish theatre called?

It was initially known as the Pantages Theatre, then became the Imperial Theatre, and Canon Theatre before renaming in honour of Ed Mirvish, a well-known businessman and theatre impresario. The theatre was first opened in 1920 and is located near Yonge-Dundas Square.

When did Come From Away open in Toronto?

Before its short run this month, Come From Away” ran in Toronto from February 2018 to March 2020.

Are Theatres closing in Ontario?

New COVID-19 public health measures announced by Ontario Premier Doug Ford on Monday resulted in the closure of 67 Cineplex theatres along with indoor concert venues, museums, galleries and other attractions.

Does Toronto have a theater district?

The Toronto Theatre District is a part of the Toronto Entertainment District in Downtown Toronto that contains the largest concentration of stage theatres in Canada. It is the third largest English-speaking theatre district in the world, after West End in London and Broadway in New York City.

How long did Come From Away run in Toronto?

After playing for 855 performances, the Toronto production of Come From Away ended its run on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. The production had just had its reopening, following a 21-month pandemic hiatus, just a week earlier on December 15.

When did Come From Away debut?

2013Come from Away / First performance

When can movie theaters reopen Ontario?

Jan. 31
These new regulations come into effect on Jan. 31 as the province enters the first of three reopening stages. On Monday, movie theatres, meeting rooms and event spaces will be able to operate with 50 per cent capacity indoors. The same goes for indoor restaurants, bars, retailers, museums, and religious services.

Who is Mirvish Productions?

The company owns and operates four major downtown Toronto theatres. Every year, Mirvish Productions produces and presents dozens of plays and musicals, chosen from the best theatre originating in Canada, New York, London, Australia and beyond.

What happened to Ed Mirvish Theatre?

The Mirvish theatre family doubled in size in 2008 when the company purchased two Yonge Street venues: the 2300-seat Canon Theatre — now the Ed Mirvish Theatre, which was renamed in honour of one of Toronto’s most beloved city boosters — and the intimate 700-seat Panasonic Theatre, now the CAA Theatre.

How do I get to Mirvish Theatre from London?

MIRVISH EXPRESS. Mirvish Productions is pleased to provide direct luxury coach transportation aboard the MIRVISH EXPRESS from London, Woodstock, Kitchener, Morriston and Milton to the Royal Alexandra, Princess of Wales and Ed Mirvish Theatres. This bus service is available for patrons attending Wednesday, Saturday or Sunday matinee performances.

Who is David Mirvish’s father Ed?

David’s father, Ed Mirvish, had made headlines in 1963 when he purchased and saved from demolition Toronto’s historic Royal Alexandra Theatre, one of the oldest and most famous legitimate theatres in North America.

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