Canon Theatre renamed as the Ed Mirvish Theatre
The historic Canon Theatre, located at 244 Victoria Street was renamed the Ed Mirvish Theatre on Tuesday, December 6, in honour of one of Toronto's key theatre figures. The announcement was made by Ed Mirvish's son, David Mirvish, at a special event at the theatre, which included special performances and appearances by tenor Michael Burgess, actress Shirley Douglas and singer Molly Johnson. Video messages from Premier Dalton McGuinty, Prime Minister Stephen Harper and an appearance by Mayor Rob Ford also honoured this auspicious renaming ceremony. Though it was managed by Mirvish Productions since 2001, the 91-year-old Ed Mirvish Theatre was officially acquired by the company in 2008.
"The Christmas Story" at the Church of the Holy Trinity
Celebrate the season by enjoying one of Toronto's oldest performance traditions. Since 1938, the Church of the Holy Trinity has presented "The Christmas Story" play, an hour-long nativity pageant. The production includes professional musicians and a volunteer cast. "The Christmas Story" will play Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until December 24. Church of the Holy Trinity is located at 10 Trinity Square, beside the Toronto Eaton Centre. Suggested donation is $20 for adults, $5 for children. For the schedule or to reserve your tickets visit
www.holytrinitytoronto.org or call 416 598 8979.
Santa Stories at Mackenzie House
Gather in the cozy Mackenzie House family room and listen to tales from the Victorian Era on Sunday, December 11 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Experience what Christmas in Toronto would have been like in the 19th century as you bring the family together for story time. Enjoy mulled cider and cookies, baked with traditional recipes in the warmth of the historic kitchen and admire the festively decorated 1859 row-house. Admission is $10.50 plus tax per person for Santa stories and snacks. Pre-register by calling 416 392 6915. Mackenzie House is located at 82 Bond Street.
Story time and Skype with Santa at the Toronto Eaton Centre
This Christmas give your child an experience to remember and sign up for Story time with Santa. Every Saturday and Sunday morning until Christmas Eve from 9 to 10 a.m. Santa will read a classic holiday story. Bring your camera to capture the moment of your child meeting Santa after the reading. Parents get to enjoy a special parent's lounge with hot beverages and treats sponsored by Aroma Expresso Bar while they keep an eye on their little ones.
Children can also share their Christmas wish list with Santa in a one-on-one voice or video call, live from his workshop in the North Pole. Sign up for your 10 minute session, Monday to Friday between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
To make a reservation for Story time or Skype with Santa or for more information, contact Guest Services via email
santaexperienceTEC@cadillacfairview.com or call 416 598 8560. Suggested donation of $5 with all proceeds to benefit the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada.