If you’re wondering what to do in Toronto this winter, these indoor activities should be on your list.
Live Theatre in Toronto
At the Royal Alexandra Theatre, The Secret Garden is on stage from February 8 to March 19, 2011. This is an exciting new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, based on Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved classic about a young girl who discovers a secret, walled garden outside a desolate home. 260 King Street West, 416-872-1212
Billy Elliot The Musical is now on stage at Toronto’s Canon Theatre, 244 Victoria Street. The New York Post called it “The Best show you will ever see.” Billy Elliot The Musical won ten Tony Awards in 2009, including Best Musical.
The Panasonic Theatre presents Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash onstage from February 15-27, 2011. Shawn Barker, who is considered one of the finest Johnny Cash tribute artists around, uses his uncanny resemblance to Cash to create an amazingly authentic portrayal. 651 Yonge Street.
Barrymore at Toronto’s Elgin Theatre
Legendary actor Christopher Plummer plays to thunderous standing ovations in William Luce’s Barrymore. Now in its final four weeks, this not to be missed play runs at the Elgin until March 9, 2011. Best seats for Barrymore are available for Monday and Wednesday evenings. 416-872-5555.
Toronto Symphony and Opera Winter 2011
Roy Thompson Hall plays host to the Vienna Philharmonic Sunday March 6, 2011, performing selections from Schubert, Wagner and Bartok.
The Canadian Opera Company presents Mozart’s The Magic Flute until February 25 at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Alternating with The Magic Flute is John Adam’s Nixon in China, sung in English with English surtitles. 145 Queen Street West, from February 13 to 26.
St. Patrick’s Day in Toronto
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with popular Irish troubadours the Chieftains, as they perform at Roy Thompson Hall Thursday March 17 at 8 pm. Many pubs and bars in Toronto will be pouring traditional pints of green-coloured beer for fans of Ireland’s patron saint.
AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario
Maharaja – the Splendour of India’s Royal Courts is still at the AGO in Toronto until April 3, 2011. Visitors will be wowed by the glittering wealth and opulence of more than 200 works of art created specifically for India’s royalty, including a 1934 saffron-ochre coloured Rolls Royce Phantom II, “The Star of India.”
National Home Show
Toronto’s favourite show for decorating and renovating tips and trends is the National Home Show, which runs from February 18 to 27 at the Direct Energy Centre at Exhibition Place.
Even during winter, there are still many things to see, like shows, live theatre and events in Toronto to keep you warm and entertained.
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