Weddings Archives - The Great Hall

The Great Hall featured on GustoTV

Posted on June 20, 2018 by admin

Sarah and Dave aren’t sure in what direction they want to take their wedding—well, Sarah’s not sure; Dave just wants a venue with a “chill place” where he can enjoy cigars and scotch with the boys. Sarah, meanwhile, is so focused on making their big day as trendy as the wedding blogs she frequents, she’s having trouble narrowing down an actual theme. Hopefully, this restored Victorian building in the heart of downtown Toronto can check all (or at least most) of her boxes.

Established in 1889, the historic Great Hall perfectly captures that “blogger-chic” aesthetic Sarah loves and somehow manages to feel both ultra modern and classically romantic at the same time. Plus, its airy white interior offers a stunning blank canvas for Where to I Do? host Tommy Smythe to work his design magic and pull all those scattered wedding dreams together.

But will this indecisive couple actually be able to commit to this venue?

Watch the video below to find out!

Is this dreamy Victorian venue ‘blogger-chic’ enough for this indecisive bride?

Heather & Scott Tied The Knot!

Posted on November 12, 2017November 12, 2017 by admin

The ancient Greeks believed that weddings that take place during a full Moon will be the most prosperous and happiest. It was no accident that Heather and Scott tied the knot at The Great Hall on November 4, 2017, under the full moons bright glow.

The Main Hall hosted all the monumental moments of the evening. At the beginning of the evening, Heather and Scott’s 160 guests enthusiastically filled the seats in the Main Hall to witness their beautiful ceremony against the theatre’s backdrop before moving to the Conversation Room to join in a toast to the newlyweds.

An array of delicacies were served for dinner back in the Main Hall on both the main floor and mezzanine level. Five unique food stations consisting of oysters, sushi, perogies and more were thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance. As the dessert stations began to roll in, the music turned up and the dance floor began. Guests from the mezzanine quickly took notice and joined the wedding party on the dance floor and stayed there for the rest of the evening.

Cheers to Heather and Scott! May this next chapter be prosperous and full of happiness.

Love at First Sight – Alanna & Jimmy

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Kasandra Lippens

What can we say about Alanna & Jimmy? It was love at first sight. This wonderful couple had their eyes on us since our Heritage Opening last September. When they experienced our beautifully restored building and Bisous Events’ masterful wedding presentation, they decided then and there that was what they wanted.

It’s fitting that such a beautiful couple would come together with such a beautiful wedding. From start to finish the event was a reflection of what special people they are, and we were over the moon that they chose The Great Hall to host their big day.

By the time they came to us on April 14, they had already made their way through the city with the masterful Olive Photography, capturing magical moments in Brookfield Place’s famous soaring atrium and posing under the now iconic “YOU’VE CHANGED” sign just a few doors down from The Great Hall.

Then it was time for friends and family to gather in our classically styled Conversation Room for the ceremony. Full hearts and teary eyes were the rule as we watched this charming couple begin life together as husband and wife.

With the official business taken care of, things shifted to the Main Hall for dinner, dancing, and general merriment! Of course everybody loves love, but we all know great food keeps the guests happy. On that note the gastronomic geniuses from Citizen Catering did not disappoint, while the practiced bakers from Bobbette & Belle supplied a simply stunning cake. All the while exquisitely curated table settings provided by Plate Occasions and divinely unstructured flower arrangements by Hunt and Gather made the entire night burst with a kind of whimsical magic we could all only dream of.

From the smiles on the faces of every reveller we can safely say that the Bisous Events team should be proud of putting together such a gorgeous wedding, marking the beginning of a new chapter for this delightful couple.

Thank you Alanna & Jimmy!

We wish you all the love and you’ll stay in our hearts forever!

Events: The Great Hall Hosts Grace Loves Lace’s Canadian Debut

Posted on February 23, 2017April 13, 2017 by admin

Grace Loves Lace Toronto Concierge
Cult Australian favourite wedding dress designer Grace Loves Lace is coming to Canada for their exclusive debut, a Toronto Concierge event, only at The Great Hall, March 10-19, 2017.

It’s no surprise that North American brides-to-be have fallen hard for the luxurious, effortlessly unique yet surprisingly affordable wedding gowns Grace Loves Lace offers, just as much as Aussie ladies. Setting up shop on The Great Hall’s corner of West Queen West — a hot spot for Toronto style and creativity — was a clear choice for the fashion-forward brand.

From across their native Australia, to their new showroom in Venice, CA and on the wedding style circuit, Grace Loves Lave is recognized for creating bridal sanctuaries in bright spaces with high ceilings, their signature clean white, hardwood and timber floors, and vintage-inspired details. The Great Hall’s secluded Drawing Room makes a perfect fit for this GLL design statement with its dark wood floors, original Palladian arch and mullioned windows overlooking West Queen West, wrought iron chandelier and original 1889 architectural details. The Drawing Room’s sleek gourmet kitchen and grand bar will also be set with the sparkling wine, rose tea and nibbles that are a finishing touch to Grace Loves Lace concierge events.

Ontario brides are invited to submit their requests for a complimentary one-on-one Grace Loves Lace styling session appointment in Toronto online now. You and your guests will also have an opportunity to check out The Great Hall’s other three newly restored event venues, made for weddings, social occasions and other celebrations with groups from 10 to 300.

Be sure to register today for Grace Loves Lace Toronto Concierge, #GLLxTO, at The Great Hall. Then, let’s find “the dress” and get married, Toronto!

www.graceloveslace.com.au #GLLxTO
Dresses shown in photos include, from left to right, Grace Loves Lace’s Sofia, Gia, Arlo (with Roberta lace cape) and Soho styles. See more of their modern French lace creations right here.

Weddings: Corynn Fowler Photography Styled Shoot, Conversation Room

Posted on February 1, 2017April 13, 2017 by admin

At The Great Hall, we are fortunate to host both many weddings and celebrations, and, also, a growing number of engagement, wedding and wedding fashion and industry photo shoots. Recently, we welcomed Corynn Fowler Photography, a wedding, engagement and lifestyle photographer based in Toronto and Collingwood, to our Conversation Room, for a styled shoot with her friend Amy from Bridal Hair Collective.

Here’s some of what Corynn had to say about that shoot day:
“We were working at The Great Hall, one of Toronto’s stunning new venues this season. It has just been renovated and re-opened as a beautiful, classic old Queen St. West building, with an elegant and minimalist vibe inside the airy white rooms. It has tall windows and even taller ceilings, as well as a spectacular old stage theater complete with balconies and velvet drapes that filter in the most dreamy dramatic light.

I had no idea what a treat I was about to experience my first time shooting here, and immediately hopped-to scheduling more time to shoot at this amazing venue with the most inspiring light and a fabulous team of talented Toronto vendors. This is the first part of 3 shoots from our work at The Great Hall, and I already can’t wait to share the rest with you!” SEE FULL STORY

Credits:
Photography:katebackdrop
Hair: NewHairLine
Makeup: HairBro
Dress: SAJA from Lunss.com
Venue: The Great Hall, Conversation Room
Florals: Leaf and Bloom
Jewellery: Lilliane’s Fine Jewellery
Model: Rachel from Carolyn’s Talent

Interested in The Great Hall as a wedding or social event venue? For more information or to book a site visit, please email weddings@thegreathall.ca including your preferred wedding dates, approximate number of guests and any other key questions or requirements.

If you are looking at reserving one of our four restored heritage venues for a wedding or engagement photo shoot, trunk show or other professional booking, direct your request to bookings@thegreathall.ca. We look forward to collaborating with you to find your ideal event space.