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About Rebel - Toronto

Welcome to Rebel, Toronto’s dynamic entertainment complex located at 11 Polson Street. Since opening as Rebel in 2016 (formerly Sound Academy), this venue has become a hub for big-name concerts, Cirque du Soleil shows, and high-energy club nights like Revolution Saturdays. With four distinct spaces—Main Room, Noir, Savage, and the Purple Room—Rebel offers flexible configurations to host everything from intimate performances to large-scale productions. We've got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth night out in the city.

Seating & capacity
Rebel features multiple spaces with varying capacities to suit different events. The Main Room can be configured for theatre-style shows (up to 800), cocktail-style events (up to 1,500), or banquet setups (around 600). The City Bar area accommodates about 500, while the Purple Room provides a more intimate experience for around 80 guests. Overall facility capacity ranges roughly from 3,700 to 3,900 depending on the event configuration. Whether you’re catching a major artist on stage or a Cirque du Soleil production, secure your seats early for the best views and acoustics.

Parking & transportation
Parking is available on Polson Street for guests driving to Rebel. The venue is easily accessible by TTC; directions commonly reference Union Station as a transfer point with connecting bus routes toward Cherry Street and Polson Street. If you’re using public transit, plan for a short walk from Union Station to the venue for a convenient night out in Toronto.

Nearby hotels & dining
For convenient lodging, Holiday Inn Express Toronto Downtown is among the nearby options, offering comfortable rooms close to the venue. When it comes to dining before or after a show, you’ll find a variety of dining choices in the area—ranging from casual eateries to more polished options. We also feature curated partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to help maximize convenience and value for your visit.

What to expect at Rebel
Rebel hosts a mix of major artists, label showcases, and large-scale productions, with events such as Revolution Saturdays and Cirque du Soleil performances highlighting the venue’s versatility. The combination of four spaces allows Rebel to tailor each event experience—from immersive club nights to high-production concerts. For the most up-to-date show details, check the event calendar and secure your tickets early.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 11 Polson Street, Toronto, ON M5A 1A4.
  • Venue type: Rebel Entertainment Complex (nightclub and concert venue) with four spaces: Main Room, Noir, Savage, and Purple Room.
  • Main Room capacities: Theatre 800, Cocktail 1,500, Banquet 600; City Bar 500; Purple Room 80.
  • Total facility capacity cited around 3,700–3,900 depending on configuration.
  • Parking: Parking available on Polson Street.
  • Transit: TTC access; directions commonly include Union Station connection and bus routes to Cherry/Polson Streets.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Toronto Downtown is among nearby options.
  • Notable events: Revolution Saturdays and performances by major artists; the site has hosted Cirque du Soleil events and other large-scale shows.
  • Renamed/rebranded: Opened as Rebel in 2016 after being Sound Academy; still active as Rebel.