A living tribute to Rick Williams · The Academy, 1991–2012

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Special events

Bring people together somewhere extraordinary.

One Snooker Street · Liberty Village, Toronto

White-clothed dining tables and a red billiard table beneath a stained-glass lamp.
The Samuel May Room set for dinner. · The Academy of Spherical Arts website, preserved by the Internet Archive. Photograph source

Thank you for considering the Academy of Spherical Arts for your upcoming private event. Since 1991, the Academy of Spherical Arts has hosted over 5500 special events ranging from large corporate functions to intimate family affairs. With our experience and knowledge we will provide you with the services of our full time event coordinators that will take care of your entire event details. From the initial meeting through to the event follow up, our experienced coordinators will ensure that all your event expectations are met and exceeded. We take pride in our excellent service, fine cuisine and exceptional attention to detail.

We are considered by many as Canada's finest cue sports facility, featuring fourteen magnificent antique billiard tables. Built in 1890, formerly the Brunswick Billiards Factory, the post and beam construction is a warm reminder of a bye-gone era. The club's high ceilings, art filled walls and eclectic furniture groupings create a feeling of casual elegance.

The Academy's 20,000 square feet are divided between four beautiful spaces, each with their own distinct ambience. Rooms are available individually or in combination to suit groups of 20 to 600 guests.

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Sincerely,

The Academy Event Team!

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Original Academy text · 2011. View the original capture

Rick WilliamsRichard Barry Williams
1945 — 2026
The Academy’s crest

In loving memory

A door left open.
For Rick.

Rick Williams created the Academy of Spherical Arts—a place for beautiful things, good company, and a life well lived.

The Academy closed in 2012. This is its world, brought back to life in his memory. Step inside and imagine another evening at One Snooker Street.

Visit Rick’s memorial A family tribute · Menus and information are historical