Toronto Centre for the Arts

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ABOUT THE TCA

Welcome to the Toronto Centre for the Arts! During our colourful 18 year history, the Centre has been the home to a pageant

of world-class productions and legendary performers, as well as recitals, receptions, galas, meetings, concerts, fundraisers, and

special events. Located in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, we are close to restaurants, hotels, transit, and the highway for

your convenience. We can accommodate the intimate and simple, as well as the large and extravagant often simultaneously!

In addition, our friendly and experienced staff, make the time to ensure that your event is a success. Whether you are planning a

large event or a small reception, this majestic and unique venue has a space to suit every need:

Three Unique Stages

Two Elegant Event Spaces.

One Beautiful Venue.

The possibilities are endless.


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STUDIO THEATRE

The Bauhaus-inspired black box Studio Theatre is arguably the most exible space at the Toronto Centre

for the Arts. Featuring a portable platform system, the Studio can be congured in any number of ways,

each as effective as the other. The traditional proscenium theatre set-up for a play or presentation

may be the most popular option, but try out alley-style for a fashion show or in-the-round for a wrestling

match! Alternatively, seating can be removed altogether to accommodate a cabaret performance, a

seated dinner, or a standing cocktail reception. Like the Centre itself, this simple, streamlined, and

versatile space has endless possibilities. Let your imagination run wild!


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STUDIO THEATRE

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Capacity: 140 - 200

Theatre Style: 200

oor 30

risers 120

balcony 50

Cabaret Style: 120

(30 rounds x 4 people)

Seated Dinner: 140

Standing Reception: 200

For additional theatre

setups, please contact

venue

Accessibility:Fully accessible rst row

Room Dimensions:

19.6 metres (65.3) long

11.5 metres (38.3) wide

10.4 metres (35.6) high


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MAIN STAGE

The crown jewel of the Toronto Centre for the Arts is the Main Stage Theatre, where plush red seats

and brass accents evoke the lush Art Deco theatres of the 20s and 30s. Elegant yet functional, the

theatre features wide seats for maximum comfort and enjoyment, no matter what the event may be.

Although designed for roadhouse-type performances such as large-scale musicals, ballets, dance, and

opera, this luxurious space can also be used for graduations, lectures, general meetings, rock concerts,

large recitals, and product launches. It is even possible to have dinner on stage! The Toronto Centre

for the Arts is proud to say that the Main Stage Theatre is home to the World Premiere Productions of

Ragtime, Fosse, and the 1993 revival of Showboat, in addition to long running musicals such as Jersey

Boys. Make your event world-class in the Main Stage Theatre!


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Capacity: 1,789

orchestra 1077

dress circle 236

balcony 476

Stage Dimensions:

35 metres (116) wide

17 metres (55.7) deepGrid Height: 24.5 metres

(80.3)

Accessibility:

22 wheelchair

accessible seats

Information regarding

dinner on stage is

available upon request.


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GEORGE WESTON RECITAL HALL

The rened George Weston Recital Halls exposed wood nish makes this space a warm and inviting

home for any event. Designed primarily for the presentation of unamplied orchestras and choirs, the

Hall has also been home to dance recitals, rock concerts, corporate events, and lectures. Famous

performers that have graced this stage include Yo Yo Ma, Kiri Te Kanawa, Tony Bennett, Jann

Arden, Daniel Lanois, and Rush. Modelled after two of Europes nest concert venues, Amsterdams

Concertgebouwand Viennas Grosser Musikvereinsaal, everything about the iconic George Weston

Recital Hall has been designed to customize the acoustics of each individual performance. This

intimate, shoe-box-shaped room is considered one of the most acoustically perfect rooms in North

America, but dont take our word for it see and hear it for yourself!


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Capacity: 1,036

orchestra 636

dress circle 265

loge 50

choir Loft 85

Stage Dimensions:

16 metres (52.5) wide10 metres (33) deep

15 metres (49) high

Accessibility:

16 wheelchair

accessible seats

Pianos:

(1) Steinway Concert

Grand (Hamburg)(1) Steinway Concert

Grand (New Yorker)

Information regarding

dinner on stage is

available upon request.


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Standing Capacity: 130

seated capacity (rounds): 110

seated capacity (theatre): 90 - 110

Room Dimensions:

15.5 metres (51) wide

12 metres (39 6) deep

4.4 metres (14 5) high

4.8 metres by 3.5 metres prep area

attached

Wheelchair accessible

PIANO LOUNGE

Formerly the lower level of the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art

(MOCCA), the Piano Lounge is a blank canvas just waiting to be painted.

Make your event a work of art using linens and decor items, or let this

simple and sophisticated space speak for itself. Adjacent to the George

Weston Recital Hall, this event space is perfect for small meetings or

receptions, related to or independent of a performance in one of our

theatres. Key added features include a loading bay and prep area within

the room, making catering that much easier!


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seated capacity (theatre): 90 - 110

Room Dimensions:

15.5 metres (51) wide

12 metres (39 6) deep

4.4 metres (14 5) high at South wall

3.3 metres (10 10) high at North wall

Mason & Hamlin Baby Grand Piano

Wheelchair accessible with use of

elevator in the lobby

GALLERY THEATRE

Originally MOCCAs second level, the Gallery Theatre is the sister space

of the Piano Lounge, linked to it by an interior stairwell. As such, these

stunning reception areas may be used separately or in conjunction

with one another for maximum exibility. Joint uses of the space have

included weddings, corporate meetings and events. In addition, the

Gallery Theatre boasts acoustic panelling to make it perfect for small

recitals and concerts.


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Main Stage Lobby Capacity: 500

George Weston Recital Hall Lobby

Capacity: 300

Studio Lobby Capacity (self

contained): 170

Lower Lobby is wheelchair

accessible

Upper Lobby is wheelchair

accessible with use of ramp or

elevator

LOBBY

Rising to an apex of sixty feet, the lobby at the Toronto Centre for the

Arts is airy and spacious, and the Art Deco inspired xtures add elegance

and sophistication to any event. Large windows ood the lobby with light

during the day, and make it a golden beacon at night when viewed from

outside. Designed to be used either as one open space, or as multiple

independent spaces, the Lobby can accommodate the intimate and the

extravagant. Perfect for galas, silent auctions and fundraisers, the fully

accessible Lobby can also act as a great ancillary space.


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Upper VIP Capacity: 25

Lower VIP Capacity: 25

Seated Dinner: 16 people per room

Lower VIP is wheelchair accessible

Private bathroom, closet, bar and interior

stairwell

VIP SUITES

Nestled between the Main Stage Theatre and the George Weston Recital

Hall, the VIP Suites are hidden gems, perfect for exclusive VIP receptions,

meet-and-greets, and private parties. Fully licensed, these versatile and

cozy spaces include a private bar, bathroom, and coat closet. Alternative

uses for the Suites include private dressing rooms for important speakers

or performers, or as an additional space for organizers and volunteers to

relax during a busy event.


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PIANO LOUNGE

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Photo Credits:

Interior theatre photos by Cylla von Tieddemann

Cover photography and additional photos by Shane H. ONeill

Page 2, image 2- by Leon Aureus

Page 4, image 3- by Joan Marcus 2009

Page 12, image 1- by Chad Charles Kirvan, image 4- by Paul Kolnik

CONTACT US TCA MOBILE APP

ph: 416.733.9388

e: [email protected]

Toronto Centre for the Arts

5040 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M2N 6R8

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