The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody - Waitlist

⭐ The hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back is making its way back to Toronto! This audience fave drops classic characters into the world of burlesque. Don’t miss out!

The Experience
🎫 Waitlist for The Empire Strips Back
✔️ Join the waitlist and get notified as soon as tickets are released
🚨 Tickets go on public sale on Tuesday, November 25th at 11:00 AM! 🚨

Highlights
🤩 Be transported to a galaxy far, far away, to a world of burlesque fantasy
🌌 Hilarious parody, menacing and risqué dance, and even the droids you're looking for
✨ Your favourite characters are scantily clad, seriously sultry and live on stage
⭐ Previously sold out in Portland, Washington DC, New York, San Diego, LA, Detroit, and more

General Info
📅 Dates: opening night on January 30, 2026
🕒 Time:
- Wednesday: 7:30pm
- Thursday: 7:30pm
- Friday: 7:00pm
- Saturday: 7:00pm & 9:30pm
- Sunday: 4:00pm
⏳ Duration: 2 hours including a 15-minute intermission. Doors open one hour before showtime
📍 Location: The Royal Theatre
👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID
♿ Accessibility: the venue has accessible seating
💰 Price: ticket prices will start at $46
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and join the waitlist for The Empire Strips Back in Toronto!

Media Reviews
💬 “I’m forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I’ve ever seen." - SFGate
💬 "Probably the most fun I've had at a show all year! A must-see." - WeLiveEntertainment
💬 “Star Wars fans, this is the show you’re looking for.” - Reno Gazette Journal
Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.

User reviews

Check out what others have said about this experience in other cities around the world!

Cindy W.

Aug 2025

These shows are always so creative and fun
Tammi A.

Aug 2025

Loved it can’t wait for tonight too
Susan W.

Aug 2025

So much fun! A must see for any Star Wars fan!!
Rolan M.

Aug 2025

This was a unique and once in a lifetime experience. I took a friend who hasn't seen starwars and she's now wanting to dive in the deep end to understand it all, she loved it.
Kelie M.

Aug 2025

Great show! Well done, quality production. Emcee was hilarious. Great opening night.
Rochelle T.

Aug 2025

The show was soooo good!! Hot dancers and loved everything about it!!
Desiree K.

Aug 2025

Better than I ever imagined! This show was polished, well-executed, and absolutely hilarious from start to finish. The costumes and lighting were phenomenal, and every act was choreographed and performed beautifully by the dancers. It perfectly balanced clever comedy, unexpected surprises, and just the right amount of sexy fun. The creativity and production value blew me away, every detail felt sharp and intentional. I was entertained the entire time and loved every single moment. I’ll definitely be attending every time it comes to my city. Highly recommend!

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The Royal Theatre

The Royal Cinema is an Art Moderne event venue and cinema in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It was built in 1939 and owned by Miss Ray Levinsky. When it was built in 1939, it was called The Pylon, with an ...