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History

Built in 1914, Fox Theatre is the second-oldest cinema that is still in use in Toronto.

OUR BEGINNING

The Fox Theatre is a cinema in the Beaches neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario at the intersection of Queen Street and Beech Avenue. It has operated since 1914 when it first opened, and as a result, it is the oldest continuously operating cinema in Toronto. The Fox Theatre has a single screen and shows a mixture of new releases, independent and foreign films, and classical Hollywood cinema.

Fox Theatre’S STORYBOARD

1914

The Theater Without A Name

Before opening in 1914, the theatre was referred to as “The Theatre Without A Name.” A week before opening, a naming contest was held in the community, and the name “The Pastime” was chosen. The Fox was built for roughly $15,000 and was first owned by Arthur Brooks Webster. The first film to screen at the theatre was The Squaw Man (1914).

1914 – 1915

Prince Edward Theatre

After less than a year, the name of the cinema was changed to the “Prince Edward Theatre” in honour of Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII, during the early days of World War I when British dignitaries visited. However, after Edward’s abdication from the British throne in 1936, the theatre was renamed the “Fox Theatre.” A stained glass panel with the Prince Edward name, located over the doorway from the lobby, still remains from the Prince Edward period.

1978

Fox’s Evolution as a Repertory Cinema

In 1978, the cinema was taken over by Tom Litvinskas and Jerry Szczur, who began to develop it as a repertory cinema, screening a mixture of old classic films, foreign films, genre films, and new releases.

2007

Renovation & Innovation

In 2007, the Fox Theatre underwent an extensive restoration. Some of the changes include 250 new plush reclining red-finish seats with cupholders, a 1930s-inspired carpet, a new concession stand with an old-fashioned popcorn machine and menu chalkboard, a reupholstered smoking wall, one-of-a-kind classic light up movie posters, and the original Prince Edward and candy bar signs.

A UNIQUE CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE

Dedicated to continuing the independent cinema tradition, building on its rich history and sharing it with all generations of film lovers.

 

As film enthusiasts, we aim to curate one-of-a-kind cinema experiences – from film screenings to events – that will appeal to our cinema’s unique community.

1000+

Screenings per Year

88+

Years of Operation as Fox theatre

248

Total Seats

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