Royal Alexandra Theatre
260 King St W
Toronto, ON
M5V 1H9
(416) 872-1212
Rating:
5 out of 5 stars
(
5 reviews)
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Description
This grand theater house, Royal Alexandra Theatre, is worth seeing for its architecture and opulence as well as for the entertainment. Built in 1907 and pulled out of the demolition doldrums by Ed Mirvish, the Royal Alex, as locals call it; exudes old-fashioned charm while providing a state-of-the-art theatrical experience. Be seated by a waist-coated usher, sink into the lush red-velvet chairs...
by wcitiesca
on October 15, 2010 from wcitiesca
Reviews
old, charming and wonderful productions: loved seeing Les Miserables, Buddy and The Jolson Story here - love the old british theatre feel
Rated 5 stars by TheProfessor
on January 30, 2012
Editorial Reviews
The 1,495-seat Royal Alex is a magnificent spectacle, never mind the show! Constructed in 1907, it owes its current health to discount-store czar and impresario Ed Mirvish, who refurbished it (as well as the surrounding area) in the 1960s. Inside, it's a riot of plush reds, gold brocade, and baroque ornamentation. Recent productions here have included Dirty Dancing, a musical based on the...
Rated 3.5 stars by frommersca
on December 14, 2011 from frommersca