Kingston Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre in Kingston is both one of Ontario’s finest theatres and a historic site. It has been entertaining visitors since its opening in 1902.
This historic theatre is one of the city’s major performing arts venues. The main theatre can accommodate up to 776 people with a grand stage and orchestra pit. From comedy to country music, dance to jazz and blues to pop and rock, immerse yourself in unique performances by artists of every genre.
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How to get to Kingston Grand Theatre
Location: 218 Princess Street, Kingston
By car: Kingston is approximately a three-hour drive east of Toronto along Highway 401 and two hours south of Ottawa down Highway 416. Exit 617 off the 401 leads to Princess Street. Park at the Chown Memorial Parking Garage located behind the theatre.
By transit: VIA Rail provides
Know before you go
Book tickets at the Grand Theatre Kingston box office in-person or over the phone at 613-530-2050. You can also buy tickets for select shows online. Tickets are final sale, with no refunds or exchanges.
A limited number of booster seats are available for small children on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Enjoy a show
Seasons are packed with captivating entertainment featuring internationally known celebrity artists, Broadway touring shows and local arts groups.
Choose your venue
Kingston Grand Theatre events take place on two venues: the Regina Rosen Auditorium, a vibrant hall with great acoustics and The Baby Grand, an intimate black box for community productions.
Check out the bar and lounge
Theatre amenities include a bar, free wi-fi and a Springer Lounge.
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Interesting facts about Kingston Grand Theatre
Originally known as the Grand Opera House, the Kingston Grand Theatre was built in 1902 on the site of the former Martin’s Opera House.
Notable performers, including Sarah Bernhardt, Al Jolson, and Nellie Melba, graced the stage during the theatre’s early years.
The theatre was sold in 1936, and its new owner shut it down and converted it into a cinema. The cinema venue closed in 1961 and would have been demolished if the Kingston Arts Council hadn’t campaigned for restoring it as a civic theatre.
The newly renamed Grand Theatre opened in 1966.
Last updated: September 16, 2024