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What to do and see in Queen Street and West Queen West, Canada: The Best Concerts & Shows
We've heard Toronto described as "New York City run by the Swiss," and it's true—you can find world-class theater, shopping and restaurants here, but the sidewalks are clean and the people are friendly. The best place to start is literally at the top—the CN Tower, the tallest freestanding structure in the Western Hemisphere.
Restaurants in Toronto
1. The Theatre Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Canadian Opera Company
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company (COC) is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the largest in North America. The company enjoys an international reputation for artistic excellence and creative innovation. The COC presents six fully-staged productions each season at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.
Reviewed By jenelldiegor - Toronto, Canada
I love how the COC offers a Free Concert Series on certain Tuesdays-Wednesdays-Thursdays of the year. They have a wide range of talent and every time I attend, it’s so enjoyable! Most are held at 12 noon til 1 pm but on some Wednesdays there are 5 pm shows. Seating is limited but give it a try - it’s free!
3. The Great Hall
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
The Great Hall tells the story of Toronto’s past, present, and future in a revitalized Victorian heritage building. Completed in 1889, it first served as the West End YMCA, and through the early 20th Century evolved into an essential meeting place for Torontonians, hosting public speaking events and the performing arts. During the Prohibition era it housed the headquarters for a temperance society, and later provided much-needed housing for refugees from World War II. Since the dawn of this century The Great Hall has re-established its reputation as an incomparable landmark venue for signature corporate events and milestone social occasions.
4. Rex Jazz and Blues Bar
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4.0 based on 151 reviews
This watering hole has been drawing jazz fans since it first opened in 1951. Admittedly the decor hasn't changed much since the old days, but the sounds you'll find here are cutting edge. The Rex lures top local and international talent; Tuesday is the weekly jam night.
Reviewed By LarryTheRadioGuy - Victoria, Canada
This really is the place to go in Toronto to hear live jazz. Good atmosphere, find sound system, and the food is reasonable priced. Not a huge assortment of craft beers---but we were able to find something we all liked and had a pitcher. Music wise I liked the fact that they are willing to book groups who aren't necessarily playing your standard bebop or old standards style jazz. They have quite a variety, and this wonderful group (Neon Eagle) was led by a pedal steel guitarist (Mike Eckert) of all people. And they were terrific! I'll be back!
