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    Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres

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    Explore this timeless theatre complex - the world’s last operating double-decker theatre - and learn about its history from vaudeville venue to international theatre and film destination ...

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    Guided tours of this National Historic Site — the last operating double-decker theatre in the world — are 90 minutes long and recount the history and restoration of the complex ...

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    June 23, 2025

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    The Toronto Jazz Festival is honoured to present legendary vocalist Mavis Staples. Hailed by National Public Radio as “one of America’s defining voices of freedom and peace,” Staples is the kind of once-in-a-generation artist whose impact on music and culture would be difficult to overstate ...

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    October 3, 2025

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    Due to overwhelming demand, renowned comedian, writer, producer and director Whitney Cummings is extending her Big Baby stand-up comedy tour until the end of the year — including a stop at the Winter Garden Theatre ...

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    October 4, 2025

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    Forrest Jones Entertainment is proud to present the Thunder from Down Under Temptation Tour 2025 — the world-renowned Australian male revue. This sizzling hot international sensation is set to set the stage on fire with their captivating performances and infectious energy, promising an unforgettable night of entertainment ...

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    Noel Miller Live

    November 7, 2025

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    A lot has changed for Noel Miller over the last year. On this tour, he will bring his sharp wit and unapologetic material on how his life and his journey into fatherhood has been. With his biting one-liners and topical social commentary, Miller is a force to be reckoned with in the comedy world ...

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Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres
189 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5B 1M4
Canada

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158 Victoria Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5B 1T6
Canada
Telephone: 416-314-3718
Email: ewg@heritagetrust.on.ca

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