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Sony Centre for the Performing Arts

One Front Street East | (at Yonge St.), Toronto, Ontario M5E 1B2, Canada
1-855-872-7669
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Ranked #38 of 227 attractions in Toronto
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Theatres
Description: The largest performing arts center in Canada, this venue seats over 3,100 with something for everyone.
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USA
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Uncomfortable chairs. The most stupid thing is the cup holders - made of steel, huge things are bolted to the backs of the seats so people would heart they nee (like my wife did). More

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Collingwood, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We went to see the Canada Show Choir competitions for the Saturdya finals. As 'Glee' fans we thought it might be fun. We didn't expect the event to be as psectacular as it was. The choirs were amazing. The host equally so. Tons of fun. Tons of joy. This is a not-to-be-missed event. Will attend every day of it next... More

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Berlin, Germany
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A seated venue with excellent acoustics. $8 for an imported beer seemed a bit steep, but a bottle of Perrier was half of that. Right down on Front street, within walking distance of Union station and major hotels. More

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Oshawa, Ontario,
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Only went there once to see Jersey Boys. I was impressed with the theatre & the show. More

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Toronto, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

My family attended the "DISTANT WORLDS - Music from Final Fantasy" concert at the Sony Centre for Performing Arts. This is wonderful venue. We were up in the balcony in row J ... bit of a nose bleed seat...but they were great seats; you can see everything going on on stage and great sound. The venue is easily accessible via... More

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Toronto, Canada
Top Contributor
58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

What is going on with Toronto, first it's the Skydome, now this? This theatre is now known as the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts. A decent theatre though. More

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Toronto
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Great space! Everything just works here: the sound, the seats, the entrance doors, staff. Show up relaxed. Experience bliss. Go home happy. More

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Toronto, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

This place is the perfect place to be wowed by your favourite performer, whether in concerts, plays or other artistic presentations. Gorgeous surroundings, excellent acoustics. More

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Toronto, Canada
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

Although the name has been changed countless times, the venue remains a fantastic place, with great acoustics and comfortable seating. More

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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

I have attended many shows ranging from kids shows to stand up comics at the Hummingbird...good site lines, friendly staff...very good venue. More

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