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The Empire Strips Back – A Burlesque Parody

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James McCann, May 15th & 16th

February 14, 2026 /

TORONTO!

James Donald Forbes McCann is coming to The Royal on May 15 & 16! Tickets on sale now.

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The Alien Everywhere Tour with TJ, May 30th

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Fresh off a TV pilot filmed for FX, TJ is back on

Fresh off a TV pilot filmed for FX, TJ is back on the road with new jokes about love, death, grief, and immigration. Come for the same fresh, incisive, and caustic wit, stay for the poetry of laughter to be found within the darkest of subjects.

The Alien Everywhere is TJ’s third standup tour. Following successful stints in North America and Europe, he’s ready to go again and bring jokes from the singular Haitian perspective to the rest of the English speaking world. He’s also planning to add a few more countries, and even continents to this one. He hopes to see you in a room, wherever in the world you live, laughing together at the human condition.

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TORONTO! 🎤James Donald Forbes McCann is coming to

TORONTO! 🎤James Donald Forbes McCann is coming to The Royal on May 15 & 16! Tickets on sale now. 🎟️

Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is

Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is coming to The Royal on May 31 with a hilarious science-themed show! 🧠

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Anthony Rodia is coming to the Royal theatre on Ap

Anthony Rodia is coming to the Royal theatre on April 11th and 12th!

Anthony Rodia is an Italian-American comedian known for his sharp, relatable humor and his ability to connect with audiences through everyday experiences.

With a background steeped in family traditions, Italian-American culture, and the ups and downs of modern life, Anthony’s comedy feels like a conversation with your funniest friend.

His blend of observational humor, self-deprecation, and witty impressions has made him one of the most exciting and successful rising stars in the comedy world.

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Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends

Tracy and Martina are two fun-loving best friends from Cape Breton.

As their motto suggests, “savin’ money, savin’ time, for gettin’ loaded,” Tracy and Martina are experts when it comes to partying on a dime. Despite living in a rural post-industrial community, these girls always find entertainment and glamour in everyday activities.

Whether they’re playing bingo, getting groceries, shootin’ the sh!t, or going out, Tracy and Martina never miss an opportunity to cake on some makeup and cause a scene.

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Laugh out loud at The Great Canadian Comedy Film F

Laugh out loud at The Great Canadian Comedy Film Festival in Toronto — a two-night showcase of the funniest short films from around the world.

Red Block (Friday, November 28th)

Bullies in the Sky

The Funeral is Today

Dances With Dogs

The B-Word

Praying for Love

Slop King

Doodie Calls

The Warm Up

Cars Gone Wild

Hasta La Vista, Baby

I Thought It Was a Wishbone

Regents

The Third

Soupy Sunday

The Long Goodbye

Zero O’Clock

Tripping Through the Holidays

Blue Block (Saturday, November 29th)

Forever

Comptrol

A Man Apart

Catching Claus

Jurassic Ward

Tubers

5+ Rules for Being a Great Storyteller

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Description
Now celebrating its 8th year, The Great Canadian Comedy Film Festival showcases over 60 short films from top independent comedy filmmakers worldwide. Each screening includes 15–18 hilarious shorts, and at the end of the night, the audience votes to award $300 cash prizes to the funniest creators. Hosted at the historic Royal Theatre in Toronto, the festival is more than just a screening — it’s a celebration of laughter, creativity, and the art of comedy. Don’t miss your chance to experience the funniest stories from around the globe in one unforgettable event!

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A message from the man himself. Tom Green hits the

A message from the man himself. Tom Green hits the Royal Theatre this November 7th!
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Bruce McCulloch, an Albertan punk and son of a sal

Bruce McCulloch, an Albertan punk and son of a salesman, grew up playing hockey, listening to rock music and fist-fighting cowboys. He took business at Mount Royal College and when he predictably got 20% he segued to journalism and started writing funny stories. He soon found himself at Loose Moose Theatre: home of theatre sports (competitive improv), where he met Mark McKinney, and his future was set. They started writing and performing together, later moving to Toronto to “make it.” In Toronto, he and Mark found the other members of The Kids in the Hall, and Bruce built the foundations for a career spanning television, theatre, and film.

His latest live show, Dark Purple Slice features his trademark dark humor with a warm human heart at the center. It premiered last year in Calgary in a run of 3 shows at One Yellow Rabbit’s High Performance Rodeo. The show, which includes plenty of Bruce’s trademark musical comedy, launches alongside a new record.

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BIF NAKED is a raw and unfiltered look at the life

BIF NAKED is a raw and unfiltered look at the life of one of Canada’s most iconic and fearless musicians. From underground punk rock to platinum-selling success, Bif Naked’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and rebellion—told in her own unapologetic voice.

Get ready for an intimate evening with Bif Naked, including a special documentary screening, live acoustic performance, and Q&A session!

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Step into the chilling world of indie horror at Th

Step into the chilling world of indie horror at The Great Canadian Horror Film Festival in Toronto — a two-night showcase of spine-tingling short films from around the globe.

Now celebrating its fifth year, The Great Canadian Horror Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing the best in independent horror filmmaking. With 28 short films from international creators, this year’s edition promises an electrifying mix of stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Each screening presents 15–18 short films across two nights, with audiences playing a key role in crowning the winners — filmmakers will compete for $300 cash prizes decided entirely by viewer votes. Hosted at the historic Royal Theatre, this festival is more than just a screening — it’s a celebration of creativity, suspense, and the thrilling world of horror.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the terror! Grab your tickets through the link in our bio.

The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical flip

The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical flips festive clichés on their head. Expect carols, cookies, and complete Christmas chaos.

🚨 Tickets now on sale with exclusive summer pricing! 🚨
Use code MERRY25 at checkout to get 25% off.
Offer available for a limited time from July 29 to September 7, 2025.

General Info:
📅 Date: November 20–January 4, 2025
🕒 Time: 2:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
⏳ Duration: 90 minutes (with no intermission)
📍 Location: The Royal Theatre - 608 College Street, Toronto, Ontario
👤 Age requirement: All ages are welcome! However, some humour may be more appropriate for ages 16 and up.

Description
The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical tells the story of our heroine, Holly, an overworked city executive forced to return to her quirky hometown to help her mother run the family business. Holly reunites with Mark, an old flame (who is now the local Sheriff!) and discovers the town’s long-running cookie contest cheating conspiracy involves a moose on the loose. As Holly juggles romance, small-town drama, and a looming corporate merger, she learns that love and community might matter more than work. Packed with immersive holiday moments and original pop songs such as, “Tariffs for Christmas” and “It Feels Like Christmas Because it is Christmas”, the show offers a playful twist on the classic holiday movies you already know and love.

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Paul Virzi is coming to the Royal Theatre on Octob

Paul Virzi is coming to the Royal Theatre on October 17th!

Virzi is fresh off the release of his critically acclaimed Netflix special, "Nocturnal Admissions," directed by Pete Davidson, which received rave reviews from both his fans and peers alike.

Currently, Paul headlines comedy clubs across the globe as well as hosting two popular podcasts, "The Virzi Effect" and "Anything Better?" with co-host Bill Burr. A veteran of the stand-up scene, Paul has performed all over the world, including many of the United State’s most prestigious venues such as Madison Square Garden, the Chicago Theatre, and Carnegie Hall.

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Join us for the Toronto Premiere of The Eternal Song, a cinematic journey across Indigenous lands globally. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with local indigenous leaders and one of the producers of the film.

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Annie Elise is thrilled to announce her live tour!

Annie Elise is thrilled to announce her live tour! and she's coming to the Royal Theatre on July 22nd!

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Annie Elise is also the creator behind the popular YouTube channel 10toLife, where she delves into true crime stories and gathers a community of over 1.3M engaged and passionate followers

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After its international success, with over 225,000

Yannis Pappas is coming back to the Royal Theatre

Yannis Pappas is coming back to the Royal Theatre on October 18th!

Yannis Pappas is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and TV host. He has appeared multiple times and is a regular on "The Joe Rogan Experience," "Tim Dillon Show," "YMH," "2 Bears 1 Cave," "Bad Friends," "Lex Fridman," and Tigerbelly. His popular podcast, "The Yannis Pappas Hour," is available on YouTube, Spotify and your other favorite streaming platforms.

Yannis is also the co-host of the legendary podcast "History Hyenas" with Chris Distefano, which is also available on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts. Yannis has two hour-long stand-up comedy specials on YouTube ("Mom Love" 2022 and "Blowing the Light" 2019), an hour-long album ("Let Me Be Yannis",) and a half-hour Comedy Central Special (2014) all available on YouTube.

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Join us for a one-night-only screening of TURNSTIL

Join us for a one-night-only screening of TURNSTILE: NEVER ENOUGH, Turnstile’s 14-track visual album experience, here at The Royal Cinema in Toronto. Coinciding with the release of their highly anticipated fifth studio album, NEVER ENOUGH, this immersive event brings Turnstile’s signature sound and visionary storytelling to the big screen — pairing each track with captivating visuals and electric energy.

This one night only event offers a rare chance for fans to experience Turnstile in an entirely new dimension — loud, unfiltered, and unforgettable.

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One ticket = 2 films. Two of this spring’s biggest

One ticket = 2 films. Two of this spring’s biggest hits — together in one unforgettable screening on June 8th.

👑 Yaroslav the Wise – Europe’s Father-in-Law: A detailed docu-drama about a time of greatness, when the Grand Prince of Kyiv and his children were shaping the course of European history — while the rest of the continent was still covered in swamps and ravens. Come and discover the powerful legacy of our past!

🐾 Doggies: A romantic and wildly funny comedy about Yana — successful, independent… and maybe a little reckless. Caught in the whirlwind of modern dating, she doesn’t even notice the magic sneaking in — until each new lover turns into a dog the morning after. How many dogs will there be? Come, count them — and laugh out loud.

Both films are in Ukrainian with English subtitles.

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On June 10th, Sunday Times bestselling author, jou

On June 10th, Sunday Times bestselling author, journalist, and TV presenter Candice Brathwaite will be in conversation with editor, writer, and producer Kathleen Newman-Bremang.

In this empowering event, Candice shares her revolutionary and inclusive approach to manifesting, focusing on the four pillars of Wellness, Wealth, Love, and Happiness. With her customary no-nonsense candor, she will guide you toward the life you desire, demonstrating that manifesting is for everyone—regardless of background or life experiences.

Whether you’re looking to improve your health, career, finances, or love life, or simply seeking contentment in your everyday routine, this is your opportunity to learn directly from a woman who has mastered the art of manifesting through real-world challenges. Don’t miss this chance to be inspired and equipped to transform your dreams into reality.

Candice Brathwaite is renowned for her critically acclaimed books, including “I Am Not Your Baby Mother” and “Sista Sister,” which address the unique experiences of Black British mothers and women. Her latest work, “Manifesto,” delves into the practical steps of manifestation, making the practice accessible to all. Beyond her writing, Candice co-hosts the smash-hit podcast “Closet Confessions,” which has amassed over 3 million downloads and several sold-out shows in its first year.

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