Toronto Dinner Theatres offer a unique fusion of live entertainment and dining, creating an immersive experience that captivates audiences. With a rich selection of productions ranging from musicals to comedies, these venues invite guests to enjoy top-notch performances while savoring delicious meals. The combination of theatrical artistry and culinary delights makes for a memorable night out, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an enjoyable evening. Discover the diverse offerings of Toronto’s dinner theatres and indulge in the ultimate dining experience.
FAMOUS PEOPLE PLAYERS DINNER THEATRE
343 Evans Avenue, Toronto
416-532-1137
www.famouspeopleplayers.com
Reservations for all show events are subject to availability.
Famous PEOPLE Players are excited to welcome you back to our dinner theatre with new procedures to ensure our guests and staff stay safe. With tables 8 feet apart, a magical museum of our history surrounds you.
A Typical Evening Event
6:00 pm – Doors Open
6:45 pm – Dinner is served in our Dining Room
8:00 pm – Performance – You will be escorted to our Phil Collins Theatre
9:00 pm – Dessert, coffee, and tea are served back in our Dining Room
Chris Ellis Jazz Trio
A Typical Afternoon Event
11:30 am – Doors Open
12:00 pm – Lunch is served in our Dining Room
1:00 pm – Performance – You will be escorted to our Phil Collins Theatre
2:00 pm – Dessert, coffee, and tea are served back in our Dining Room
Custom or private events are available. Please call 416-532-1137 for more information.
- Deck the Halls (New Musical!)
November 2024 – January 2025
A wonderous enchanting musical that will excite everyone, no matter what the age! A gift arrives with a magical surprise that comes to life and decorates the stage with Joy and Hope! - Twist and Shout (New Musical!)
February – June 2025
Everyone wants to go back in time to a world we once knew that was sunshine and lollipops. Even if you’ve never heard of Elvis (oh, come on!), you will be dancing in your seat.
About Famous PEOPLE Players!
Famous PEOPLE Players – Glow in the Dark Dine & Dream Dinner Theatre. From Broadway to Radio City Music Hall and around the World – FPP is Where Special Happens!” OPEN – Tuesday through Saturday, subject to availability – All year long.
The black light performance of Famous PEOPLE Players was discovered by Liberacé, and they were his opening act in Las Vegas for 10 years. Their production of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice was part of the re-opening of Radio City Music Hall, and their success continued with two runs on Broadway and performances in China, Korea and Singapore, and throughout the United States. Their Dine & Dream Theatre in Toronto was generously sponsored by actor Paul Newman through sales of Newman’s Own products sold in Canada. He remained a very devoted supporter and honorary director on our board.
SECOND CITY
Toronto Mainstage, 1 York Street
416-343-0011
www.secondcity.com/toronto
The Second City has been the home of groundbreaking comedy for more than 50 years, launching the careers of entertainment legends such as Bill Murray, John Candy, Andrea Martin, Mike Myers, Colin Mochrie, Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, and a new generation of rising stars. Their critically acclaimed productions continue to be inspired by the characters and events that fill the world around us. The Second City’s intimate cabaret theatre is located in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District, just steps from the city’s top restaurants, hotels, and attractions. Our fully licensed theatre offers a full bar and food menu, with table service available throughout the performance.
November 1-3, 5-10, 12-17, 2024
All Messed Up & Nowhere To Go
Toronto Mainstage
The Second City Toronto presents a hilarious, unhinged expedition into life’s greatest catastrophes from destination weddings to those mysterious Tupperware™ lids that don’t fit anything to Ontario’s education system. This sparkling six-person ensemble gasses up the EV to take you on a wild road trip through passive-aggressive job interviews, Law & Order Toronto, and what really happens on boys’ night. Join us for an immersive night of laughter, song, and a reminder that it’s perfectly okay to be all messed up with nowhere to go.
November 1, 2, 9, 2024
Best of the Second City
Theatre ’73 – Toronto
Find out for yourself why The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years! From the stages that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell and more comes the next generation of comedy superstars. The Best of The Second City features some of the best sketch comedy and songs from our comedy vaults updated for the modern era, as well as some of our newest classics and our trademark improvisation performed by The Second City Touring Company’s best and brightest…and funniest!
December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, 2024 | 4 pm
Naughty, Nice, & Undecided – Family Friendly
Toronto Mainstage
Naughty, Nice, and Undecided is a rollicking holiday comedy party! Festively fusing together classic Second City songs, scenes and characters with a generous helping of the improvised mayhem The Second City is famous for. This matinee performance of Naughty, Nice, and Undecided is Nice for the family. If you’re undecided… don’t be! Join us for this one-of-a-kind interactive theatrical experience!
November 20 – 24, 26, 27, 29, 30, 2024 | 8 pm
December 1, 3, 4, 6-8, 10-13, 14, 15, 17-22, 26-29, 2024 | 8 pm
December 31, 2024 | 7 and 10 pm
Naughty, Nice, & Undecided
Toronto Mainstage
Naughty, Nice, and Undecided is a rollicking holiday comedy party! Festively fusing together classic Second City songs, scenes and characters with a generous helping of the improvised mayhem The Second City is famous for. Naughty, Nice, and Undecided comes in two exciting holiday flavours: Nice for the family*, and Naughty for the late-night crowd**. If you’re undecided… don’t be! Join us for this one-of-a-kind interactive theatrical experience!
November 14- 16, 22-23, 28-30, 2024
December 1, 5-8, 13-15, 19-22, 26-31, 2024
Make It Reindeer
Theatre ’73 – Toronto
Brighten up your holiday season with Make It Reindeer, a jolly comedy extravaganza featuring a fun and festive blend of songs and sketches from The Second City’s rich comedy archives, fresh and festive new material, and – of course – the ridiculous improv hijinks The Second City is world famous for. Create hilarious holiday memories with Make It Reindeer at The Second City!
