While we do not in any official way endorse any of the businesses or events listed below, we know that it can be tough to orient yourself when ‘conferencing’ in a new city. If you’ll be visiting us during FOOT 2012, here are some links to get you started as you plan your stay. Most of these come with the personal endorsements of folks who are a part of the FOOT team.
Hotels Near the Drama Centre
- Holiday Inn (on Bloor)
- Holiday Inn (on Carlton)
- Les Amis B&B
- Victoria’s Mansion
- Madison Manor Boutique Hotel
It is also worth visiting U of T’s housing site for other short-term housing options.
Restaurants Near the Drama Centre
(All have main dish options under $15; most have options around $10. By the Way Cafe is the only restaurant with options over $20.)
- Fresh (vegan options)
- Thai Basil
- Lick’s Homeburgers
- Pomegranate
- By the Way Cafe
- Mother’s Dumplings
Things to See and Do (just before, during, and just after FOOT)
Theatre for Young Audiences
- The Great Mountain (Young People’s Theatre)
- Funkyland (Famous People Players)
- Sanctuary Song (Theatre Direct)
Theatre for All Audiences
- Atom Egoyan’s Cruel and Tender (make sure you sign up for C-Stage if you’re under 29 – you get cheaper tickets!! Only $15!!)
- Robert Lepage’s Blue Dragon
- There is, as you can imagine, a lot of theatre happening in Toronto. We encourage you to visit the Canadian Theatre Opening Night Directory where you can look up the shows premièring in January and February.
