Massey Hall Presents
An Evening with Louise Penny
Massey Hall Presents
An Evening with Louise Penny
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This event will be an on-stage interview with Louise Penny and the launch of her latest book in the Chief Inspector Gamache series, The Black Wolf.
Louise Penny is the widely acclaimed author of the Chief Inspector Gamache novels set in her home province of Québec, Canada. Her books have sold more than 18 million copies worldwide, topped American, Canadian and international bestseller lists, and been translated into 35 languages.
Penny’s most recent book is The Grey Wolf. This #1 New York Times bestseller, the 19th mystery in the Inspector Gamache series, follows the investigations of the head of the homicide department of the Sûreté du Québec. In its starred review, Library Journal stated “Penny’s follow-up to A World of Curiosities plays on readers’ fears as she launches a new story arc that is completed in this installment but presents a cliffhanger. It’s a frightening novel of duality, of good versus evil, with an allegorical tale for today’s world, as only Penny can write.”
The Washington Post called The Grey Wolf one of the 10 best mystery novels of 2024. The Toronto Globe and Mail added, “Penny is a daring author. Rather than settling into a comfortable routine, she gives us her most ambitious novel yet… the last hundred pages move like lightning and the implication is there are more books to come. Clearly, Penny isn’t about to rest on her considerable laurels.” Her next book will be The Black Wolf coming October 28, 2025 from Minotaur.
Mattea Roach debuted as host of CBC’s Bookends with Mattea Roach in September 2024. Each week they engage bestselling and emerging Canadian and international writers about their work, the world, and our place in it.
Roach is a writer, podcaster and book lover based in Toronto. In the spring of 2022 they appeared on the game show Jeopardy!, winning 23 games and becoming the most successful Canadian contestant in the history of the program. They also won Canada’s great book debate, Canada Reads, in 2023 when they championed Kate Beaton’s graphic novel Ducks. Roach is originally from Halifax.
This event will be recorded for a future episode on CBC’s Bookends with Mattea Roach, and will be featured in CBC’s Live at Massey Hall series on CBC Gem and YouTube this fall.
When the book ends, the conversation begins on CBC’s BOOKENDS WITH MATTEA ROACH.
Your visit
Massey Hall is located at 178 Victoria Street (corner of Shuter Street & Victoria). Reach us at 416-872-4255 or [email protected].
By Subway
Massey Hall is a short walk from both Dundas and Queen stations on the Yonge Line.
- From Dundas Station: Walk south on Yonge, then turn left on Shuter Street.
- From Queen Station: Walk north on Yonge, then turn right on Shuter Street.
By GO Transit or VIA Rail
From Union Station, take the Yonge subway line north to Queen Station and exit via the north platform.
Parking
Massey Hall does not have its own parking lot, but several options are available nearby:
- Eaton Centre underground lot (entrance at Yonge & Shuter)
- Green P at 25 Dundas St. E. (at O'Keefe)
- Green P at 37 Queen St. E. (at Victoria)
Bags are discouraged and subject to security screening. Bags larger than 14" x 14" x 6" are not permitted. Allowed bags must be soft-sided and fit completely under your seat.
Massey Hall is committed to creating an inclusive experience for all guests. Recent upgrades include enhanced amenities, accessible seating, and—for the first time in our 126-year history—elevator access to bars, washrooms, and upper levels via the 178 Victoria Street entrance (southeast corner).
The 100 Floor section can be General Admission for designated concerts.
Accessible seating is available on all levels and can be purchased online, or by calling 416-872-4255.
Bars and washrooms are available on all three levels of the venue.
- Floor level guests: Please use the Muskoka Spirits Basement Bar.
- Balcony and Gallery guests: Access the Grolsch Balcony Lounge on Level 2 and GrolschGallery Lounge on Level 3 via the glass corridors through the Allan Slaight Auditorium.
Coat check is available at the Muskoka Spirits Basement Bar. Please note that Massey Hall is a cashless venue, so only credit or debit cards are accepted.
For everyone’s safety, all guests will go through a quick security screening before entering, including bag checks and metal detectors.
Thanks to our official hotel partner, our patrons receive exclusive offers across the Pantages Hotel and Silver Hotel Group locations including:
- Music fans visiting Massey Hall will receive 15% off available room rates at Pantages Hotel
- Music fans visiting Roy Thomson Hall will receive hotel rates of 20% off available room rate at Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
- Additional preferred rates at partner hotel properties including Hotel Victoria, The Anndore House and Novotel Toronto Centre.
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