U of T Opera: Fall River, the legend of Lizzie Borden

at The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres, Toronto

U of T Opera presents Fall River, the legend of Lizzie Borden, a new opera production exploring the notorious true story. The University of Toronto's opera programme brings this compelling work to the stage, delving into the legend surrounding one of America's most famous unsolved mysteries through music and drama. The performance takes place at The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres in Toronto on Sunday 22 November 2026 at 14:30.

Date: Sun 22 Nov · 16:30
Ticket limit: There is an overall 8 ticket limit for this event.
Promoter: PROMOTED BY VENUE

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The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres, 189 Yonge St., M5B1M4 · Get directions

All dates at The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres

Thu 19 Nov – Sun 22 Nov · Daily at 19:30, except Sun (16:30 only)

Thu 19 Nov 19:30
Fri 20 19:30
Sat 21 19:30
Sun 22 16:30

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What to expect

U of T Opera: Fall River, the legend of Lizzie Borden is an opera show at The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres, 2.7 km from the centre of Toronto. It is a good pick for a night at the theatre. If you want to make a night of it, 29 other events are on in Toronto the same day.

About the event

From the organiser, as published on Ticketmaster.

Fall River, the legend of Lizzie Borden Libretto: Michael Patrick Albano Composer: Cecilia Livingston Conductor: Sandra Horst Director: Michael Patrick Albano* Co-Set & Costume Designers: Andrew Nasturzio & Alessia Urbani Lighting & Video Designer: Gabriel Cropley Stage Manager: Susan Monis* Assistant Directors: Janaki Butterworth & Eyal Stopnicki Assistant Stage Manager: Meghan Specht* Répétiteurs: Christine Bae, Helen Becqué, Spencer Kryzanowski Surtitles: John Sharpe *The participation of these Artists is arranged by permission of Canadian Actors' Equity Association under the provisions of the Dance Opera Theatre Policy. For refund information, please contact boxoffice@tolive.com.

Good to know

Notes from the organiser and the venue, as published on Ticketmaster. Togoist does not sell tickets; purchases, refunds and exchanges are handled by Ticketmaster.

“Fall River, the legend of Lizzie Borden, explores the story of Lizzie Borden who was tried and ultimately acquitted for the 1892 brutal axe murders of her father and stepmother. Especially commissioned for U of T Opera, Fall River imagines the psychology, struggle and unfulfilled dreams of a young woman driven to brutal homicide. All patrons require a ticket of admission. For accessible bookings and support by phone or email, contact the TO Live Box Office team at 416-366-7723 | 1-800-708-6754 | boxoffice@tolive.com. --- Net Event Capacity: 1,536”
“Accessible seating is configured with a 1 to 1 arrangement in the Orchestra. Companion seats are located beside the wheelchair. Additional companion seats may be purchased in sections nearby. Single wheelchair seating with no companion is also available in the Orchestra. The Orchestra level area is completely accessible with entry from the main entrance doors. Elevator access is available from the main lobby to the Elgin Lounge wheelchair accessible washrooms. Depending on show configuration and stage set up, some sections may not be open for all events.”
“No smoking is permitted in the building.”
“Public parking is available at nearby lots. For more information, please visit”
“All patrons including babies-in-arms require a ticket of admission. Please note that individual performances may have additional age restrictions, warnings, or other arrangements than those outlined here, so please see the event page for full details.”