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About The Met - Midtown Event Theatre

The Met - Midtown Event Theatre, historically known as the Capitol Theatre, is a storied downtown Toronto venue with deep roots dating back to 1918. While the building is currently undergoing redevelopment into Capitol Residences and is not hosting new public shows, it remains a landmark in the city’s performing arts history. This page provides an overview of the venue’s past configuration, seating options, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you understand the space and plan future visits when events resume.

Whether you’re researching legacy venues or planning a night out in downtown Toronto, we’ve got you covered with practical details, nearby recommendations, and insider notes about accessibility and logistics.

While The Met is not currently hosting public performances, its location on Yonge Street places it in the heart of downtown Toronto, with easy access to transit and a range of hotels and restaurants. When events are announced again, secure your seats through trusted channels and consider nearby accommodations and dining for a complete evening in the city. We’ll keep you updated with any official announcements and provide practical guidance to help you plan.

  • Address: 2492 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4P 2H7
  • Venue history: Opened in 1918, a multi-use space through the Capitol Theatre era, later known as The Met, and now listed as Capitol Event Theatre during redevelopment.
  • Capacity: Theatre seating typically up to ~1,256–1,300; standing/cocktail configurations around ~600; floor plans show seating varying by configuration.
  • Parking: Historically complimentary on-site parking; current listings note street and paid parking options nearby.
  • Transit: Located on Yonge Street with a historic stop on the Yonge Streetcar line; convenient access to downtown transit for show nights.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Victoria (56 Yonge St), Pantages Hotel (Victoria Street), Fairmont Royal York (100 Front St W) provide central downtown options.
  • Nearby dining: A variety of casual to upscale options within walking distance, from classic Canadian fare to international cuisine.
  • Official sources: For updates, follow related venue pages and local venue histories for Capitol Event Theatre and Capitol Residences planning information.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2492 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4P 2H7.
  • Current status: venue closed and the building being redeveloped into Capitol Residences; not hosting new public shows at this time.
  • Capacity (typical configurations): Theatre seating up to ~1,256–1,300; standing/cocktail configurations often cited around 600; some floor plans show up to 1,256–1,300 seats depending on configuration.
  • Venue type: historic theatre originally built in 1918, later renamed Capitol/The Met; now listed as Capitol Event Theatre with redevelopment plans.
  • Seating/chart: floor plans exist (PDFs/images) showing a main concert/theatre space with balconies; detailed public seating maps are not widely published for current events.
  • Parking: historically offered complimentary on-site parking; current listings also note street/paid parking in the area.
  • Transit: located on Yonge Street; historically the Yonge Streetcar line had a stop directly out front.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Victoria (56 Yonge St), Pantages Hotel (Victoria Street), Fairmont Royal York (100 Front St W) are in the general downtown vicinity.
  • Notable events hosted (historical): early Capitol Theatre era featured vaudeville and silent films; the venue has a long history as a multi-use event space before its closure and redevelopment.