Looking back at Massey Hall's 124-year history

Looking back at Massey Hall's 124-year history

June 28, 2018 6:07 pm EST.

Since the doors opened in 1894, huge musical names have graced the stage of Massey Hall. Melanie Ng with a look back at some major moments in the venue’s 124-year history before it closes for a big renovation.

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