Tales Toronto is a monthly storytelling show where true and traditional tales come to life.

Held on the second Tuesday of each month at The Tranzac, Tales Toronto brings together experienced performers and emerging voices to share stories that entertain, inspire, and connect us. From personal experiences to timeless folk tales, each show offers a mix of perspectives and styles.

An important part of the evening includes a post-performance discussion, giving storytellers and audience members a chance to reflect, ask questions, and engage more deeply with the stories shared.

Whether you’re here to listen, learn, or share a tale of your own, we’d love for you to be part of it.

UPCOMING SHOWS

UPCOMING SHOWS

The places and hearts that hold us — stories of comfort, conflict, and discovering what “home” really means.

Oct. 14, 2025: HOME

The wrongs we can’t forget, the payback we crave, and the rush (or regret) of retribution — stories of grudges, justice, and what we do to get even.

Nov. 11, 2025: REVENGE

The paths we take, the twists that push us forward, and the sense that it was all meant to be — stories of destiny, coincidence, and the moments that change everything.

Dec. 9, 2025: ITS FATE

The jobs we’ve loved, the jobs we’ve lost, and the jobs that nearly broke us — stories of ambition, survival, and finding out who we are on (and off) the clock.

Jan. 13, 2026: ON THE CLOCK

The crushes, heartbreaks, and happily ever afters — stories of longing, passion, the complicated truths of love.

Feb.10 2026: AFFAIRS OF THE HEART

The endings we never wanted, the farewells we didn’t get to say, and the moments we finally let go — stories of loss, closure, and moving on.

Mar. 10, 2026: THIS IS GOODBYE

Venue & Show Info

Tickets:
Our shows are pay-what-you-can. No need to buy tickets in advance—just show up! We'll pass around a hat during the show to collect cash donations.

Show Timing:
Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:00 PM. Stories and post story discussions will run for about 90 minutes.

Food and Beverage:
Drinks, as well as chips and Jamaican patties, will be available for purchase with cash or card at the bar.

The Venue:
The Tranzac is located at 292 Brunswick Ave. which is a short distance between Spadina and Bathurst subway stations. If you wish to drive, there is a Green P parking lot on the north side of the venue.
Our show will take place in the Southern Cross Lounge.

Accessibility:
The Tranzac is an accessible venue. Find out more.

 

Past Storytellers

Thanks to all of our past storytellers. We wouldn’t be here without you!

  • Al Stewart

  • Ali Hassan

  • Anna Kerz

  • Dena Jackson

  • Donna Dudinsky

  • Dwayne Morgan

  • Eden Nameri

  • Elvira Kurt

  • Evan Carter

  • Gary Jury

  • Izzy Ferguson

  • Joanne O Sullivan

  • Jonathan Barrie

  • June Brown

  • Kesha Christie

  • Laurie Malabar

  • Matt Sadowski

  • Panagiota Vogdou

  • Pat Bisset

  • Paul Hutchison

  • Randall Willis

  • Rensia Melles

  • Rico Rodriguez

  • Rick Mercer

  • Ronit Rubinstein

  • Sandra Muscat

  • Sandra Whiting

  • Zachariah Solus

  • Zebulon Pike