RED BULL MUSIC ACADEMY x CASEY MQ

Remember the name Casey MQ, because you’ll be hearing more and more about this rising star on Canada’s music scene. The singer-songwriter was hand-picked for the Red Bull Music Academy Montreal in 2016 and is set to explode with his latest efforts gaining praise from critics and fans alike.

Casey transformed our Conversation Room into an intimate performance space with a live rendition of his haunting ballad “Hysteria”, which was filmed for a special Red Bull Music Academy video piece. Watch the results for yourself, and remember we told you first!

 

https://www.facebook.com/RedBullMusicAcademy/videos/10155497833494846/

PINK PEARL FOUNDATION

On April 7th, The Great Hall was proud to play host to the Pink Pearl Foundation’s 11th Annual Black & White With A Touch Of Pink event, raising awareness and funds for young women facing cancer.

Attendees came together in our beautifully decorated Conversation Room to hear inspiring stories of the many women the Pink Pearl Foundation supports in their battles with cancer.

Everyone in attendance was also treated Live Clean swag bags and live entertainment with the sounds from The Doubts & DJ Pierre. A sumptuous spread of edible delights was to be had at the dessert & bar and food stations from Barque Smokehouse, Miku Toronto, Loaded Pierogi, and Gangster Cheese!

In all it was a day for community, hope, and courage as guests connected, shared their experiences. We can’t thank the Pink Pearl Foundation enough for teaming with us in the important work they do every day.

Adidas x Tango League

 

Toronto’s street style soccer fanatics made Longboat Hall their playground as Adidas presented a dazzling display of the beautiful game with their Tango League tournament.

The fast-paced, high energy competition coincided with the launch of Adidas’ latest version of their innovative NEMEZIZ soccer shoe. The underground 2-on-2 tournament was played on a custom made turf mini field caged in by wire fence for a distinctly urban feel. Spectators jamming the field level and 360 balcony above were treated to stunning skill and goals galore.

Adidas brought along eSports host Chuboi and several of Toronto FC’s hometown heroes to set the scene and mix with fans and players alike. And after all the blood, sweat, and tears the newest footie champions were showered with cheers and confetti as they lifted their hard-earned trophy. Congratulations!

 

 

 

Julia & Rodrigo Get Married!

For their wedding, Julia & Rodrigo put together a day of pure joy at The Great Hall.

Our Conversation Room and Main Hall looked spectacular, festooned with intricately cut paper garlands marking the special day.

The assembled family and friends were serenaded throughout the day by an authentic Mariachi band in full regalia, adding to the atmosphere of happiness and romance.

Dinner, drinks and dancing followed the ceremony as the celebration kicked into high gear with the well dressed revellers wearing huge smiles as their main accessory.

We wish the happy couple all the best and can’t thank them enough for bringing such a joyous occasion to The Great Hall!

 

 

 

Please Vote: NOW Toronto Readers’ Choice Awards 2016

In the midst of our restoration and renovation, The Great Hall is very honoured to have been nominated again as a 2016 NOW Toronto Readers’ Choice Awards finalist, in the “Music: Best Concert Hall” category.

You pick the best of the city! It’s time to vote for The Great Hall and the other best of Toronto nominees across 6 categories and 180+ awards.

After getting more than 20,000 nominations for the best personalities and businesses across the city, NOW Toronto has posted the final contenders for NOW Readers Choice to be named “Toronto’s best” – as chosen by you!

To vote for The Great Hall and all your other favourites click here — and be sure to scroll down to the Best Concert Hall category.

You can vote for every single sub-category if you’d like. This is the NOW Readers Choice poll after all: you are the expert. Share what you think should be recognized in Toronto and be sure to promote your picks on social media with the hashtag #NOWReadersChoice.

NOW Toronto Readers’ Choice Awards voting closes on September 16, 2016. Winners will be announced in  early November. Rock the vote NOW Toronto!

And if you haven’t been to The Great Hall lately, be sure to check our event calendar and pick up tickets for an upcoming concert or show to enjoy our four venues with all new A/V, air conditioning, bars, restored heritage décor and accessible facilities.