Evan Hennessey is an acclaimed chef known for his work at Stages restaurant in Dover. He is a recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef: Northeast.
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Last updated: 9/29/2026, 5:18:09 AM
Key Information
Stages is a nightclub located at 390 Princess Street in Kingston, Ontario. It is known for its capacity and has a history of being a popular entertainment venue in the city. Previously, the location housed the Hyland movie theater.
Customer Perception
Customers generally perceive Stages as a lively nightclub and a venue for parties and live music. It's noted for its large capacity and its role in Kingston's nightlife scene.
Additional Details
The venue has a history in Kingston, having previously been the Hyland movie theater before becoming Stages nightclub.
As a nightclub, peak times are typically Friday and Saturday nights, and during special events or themed nights. Checking their social media for event schedules is recommended.
They continuously say "students only" with absolutely ZERO advertisement of such. We went and asked a doorman to make sure it was open to public after multiple previous disappointments, were told it's public until waiting 30 minutes in line to be told it's student only. When we informed them we spoke to security and a doorman who said different, the guy rudely replied that we didn't talk to him and proceeded to completely ignore us. Plus there seems to be so many underage girls there it's absolutely disgusting that they're allowed in just because the doormen find them attractive.
I love it! Just drink beers in the alley before you go, in this economy who pays for drinks at a nightclub? They got some good white Bolivian wine in the bathrooms too. Bouncers are what they are, slip them some money they will let you in. Its a greasy spot but hey it's fun. Stay sleezy!
Not super happy waited in long line up for like half an hour and I was like cool whatever it happens. Only took cash at the door which seems odd when they have debit machines everywhere. So my friend had to take out money from her bank because id brought a credit card fine
The floor was sticky and people were dropping drinks all over the dance floor. There we literal kids in there and the id process needs to be looked at jusy because a girls cute doesnt make her not 15. Just weird .
FARTHEST THING FROM A SAFE SPACE FOR ANYONE. probably the worst “club” in kingston. not only is it absolutely disgusting inside of the entire establishment to the point where your feet are sticking to the floors because of how unmaintained the space is and the bathrooms are always in shambles. the staff are all essentially useless, especially the bouncers and managers who would much rather “keep the peace” than throw someone out who’s violating a restraining order by being there. hope this place eventually gets new owners or management because that place needs a huge rebrand to be a space people can actually go to have fun.
Unfortunately, this place was far worse than I expected. Everything inside feels neglected and poorly managed—from the organization to the service to the overall cleanliness. The staff at the smoking entrance especially seem completely untrained and unprofessional. And the atmosphere? The music they play is awful and disgusting. This place seriously needs a full overhaul if they want to stay competitive in any way.
