Boston Business Directory Things To Do Local Resources Blog Good News | Videos | About Us | Get Listed | Contact Us Music & Theater in Boston, MA Share: Showing 1 - 22 out of 22 If you’re looking for a fun alternative to the same old movie theater outing – whether with friends or family – take a look at our music & theater options. This area is full of exciting things to do, including theatrical productions and musicals. Check out our venues below and add some magic to your days. Each listing includes a more detailed description of the venue and the events they host, as well as their name, address, phone number, website, and driving directions. Agganis Arena (617) 358-7000 925 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215 Directions Website Catch the Boston University Terriers hockey team or basketball team in action at the Agganis Arena. If sports aren't what you're looking for, keep your eye on the arena's calendar and you'll see some big names in entertainment on the upcoming performance schedule. The Black Eyed Peas, Sting, Duran Duran, Muse, Bob Dylan, Katy Perry, and Alicia Keys are just a few famous faces who've graced the stage here. American Repertory Theater (617) 547-8300 64 Brattle St Cambridge, MA 02138 Directions Website Enjoy a performance by the talented actors at the American Repertory Theater. The theater has garnered many accolades since being founded in 1980, including a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize. Most of A.R.T's shows are American plays and musicals or new takes on classic stories, along with some provocative programming that's known to push the envelope. A few past productions hosted by the company include Cabaret, Paradise Lost, Donnie Darko, Oliver Twist, Romeo & Juliet, Oedipus, and many others. Berklee Performance Center (617) 747-2261 136 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02115 Directions Website Music fans will want to keep an eye on the schedule at the Berklee Performance Center. This entertainment venue stays busy, hosting over 200 events annually. Performers include students, faculty, regional talent and talents from abroad, showcasing a variety of musical genres and cultures. Boch Center (617) 482-9393 270 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116 Directions Website With two theaters under one roof, it should be no surprise that the Citi Performing Arts Center offers a wide variety of entertainment. The Wang Theatre and the Shubert Theatre host everything on their stages, from cultural presentations to Broadway and theater productions, concerts from world famous talent and other musical performances. Boston Opera House (617) 259-3400 539 Washington St Boston, MA 02111 Directions Website Broadway classics, concerts and cultural productions are regularly scheduled at the Boston Opera House. The venue is one of the city's premier destinations for entertainment, featuring shows like Beauty and the Beast, Riverdance, and Les Miserables, along with performances by the Boston Ballet and much more. Boston Symphony Orchestra (617) 266-1492 301 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02115 Directions Website Spend an evening enjoying the sounds of the symphony and attend a performance by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Scheduled performances bring renown classical music pieces to life, including works by composers like Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Strauss, Stravinsky, Debussy and many others. For a special treat, see if there's a tour of Boston Symphony Hall scheduled before the performance you want to see. Cutler Majestic Theatre (617) 824-8500 219 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116 Directions Website Opera, dance, theater, music and more light up the stage of the Cutler Majestic Theatre. The entertainment facility features productions of its own and those of touring companies as well. The works presented here are meant to be thought provoking and stretch communication, art and culture beyond the social norms. House of Blues Boston (888) 693-2583 15 Lansdowne St Boston, MA 02215 Directions Website Head to the House of Blues Boston for good food, good music and a great time. The entertainment venue has presented some awesome concerts since it was founded in the 1990s, with past performers like Weezer, Smashing Pumpkins, Dave Matthews Band, Foo Fighters, Matchbox 20, Coldplay, 311, Bush and hundreds of other musicians. Huntington Theatre Co. (617) 933-8600 264 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115 Directions Website From the classics to contemporary theater entertainment, the Huntington Theatre Co. brings stories to life through the productions on its stage. Since the theater was founded in the 1980s, it has hosted performances of Prelude to a Kiss, Love's Labour's Lost, The Glass Menagerie, To Kill a Mockingbird, A Raisin in the Sun, The Importance of Being Earnest, and Arms and the Man. Improv Asylum (617) 263-6887 216 Hanover St Boston, MA 02113 Directions Website Spend the night laughing while enjoying the comedic entertainment hosted by the Improv Asylum. On-the-spot hilarity ensues at the shows here at what's been called “Boston's Best Comedy Club.” You can expect an experience that's like watching Saturday Night Live and Who's Line is it Anyway? combined. ImprovBoston Theatre (617) 576-1263 40 Prospect St Cambridge, MA 02139 Directions Website Live comedy is the ticket at the ImprovBoston Theatre. Stand-up comedians, improvisational shows, and sketch performances are hosted here five nights a week, providing comedic entertainment to thousands of people annually. If you have an interest in being a performer, ImprovBoston hosts classes for those willing to learn. Lowell Memorial Auditorium (866) 722-8881 50 E Merrimack S Lowell, MA 01852 Directions Website Take a look at the entertainment schedule at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, and you'll see a variety of performances lining the calendar. This versatile venue hosts everything from concerts to plays, sporting events and children's shows like Sesame Street Live! Museum of Fine Arts Boston (617) 267-9300 465 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115 Directions Website Housing over 450,000 works of art, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston boasts one of the most extensive art collections in the country. The museum is one of the largest in America and features a wide variety of art, including French impressionist and post-impressionist works, 18th and 19th century American art, imperial Chinese art, the largest collection of Japanese art outside of Japan, and much more. A few of the renowned artists with works in the collection include Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas. Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion (617) 728-1600 290 Northern Ave Boston, MA 02210 Directions Website The Bank of America Pavilion has hosted some of the world's most famous performers on its stage. This entertainment venue has been rocked by The Beach Boys, Britney Spears, Willie Nelson, Blondie, Pat Benatar, Incubus, ZZ Top, Styx, Stone Temple Pilots, Peter Frampton, A Perfect Circle and many others. Shear Madness (617) 426-5225 74 Warrenton St Boston, MA 02116 Directions Website Mystery, comedy and action all come together during a performance of Shear Madness. This “whodunit” mystery incorporates suspense and improvisational humor, and this combination has earned the show plenty of praise; the Boston Globe has named it “Best Comedy of the Year” seven times. Shear Madness holds the Guiness World Record for being the longest running play in the U.S. Showcase Live (508) 543-0609 23 Patriot Place Foxborough, MA 02035 Directions Website Showcase Live hosts entertainment for everyone. From comedy to music, children's theater and other events, there's something on the schedule that you will enjoy. The venue hosts performances by tribute bands and famous musicians spanning all genres, along with renown comedians and theater production companies. Strand Theatre (617) 635-1403 543 Columbia Rd Dorchester, MA 02125 Directions Website See what's going on this month at the Strand Theatre. Cultural events, theater performances, concerts, ballet productions and much more take place here. Since opening in 1918, this theater has been an important fixture on Boston's arts and entertainment scene. TD Garden (617) 624-1050 100 Legends Way Boston, MA 02114 Directions Website See a concert, watch the Celtics dominate the basketball court or catch a family performance like Disney on Ice at the TD Garden. This entertainment venue keeps a packed schedule of events so there's always something to see here. The Colonial Theatre (413) 997-4444 111 S St Pittsfield, MA 01201 Directions Website Get tickets to a performance at The Colonial Theatre. The impressive entertainment venue opened in 1903 and even now, over 100 years later, The Colonial has retained its elaborate architectural features with minimal renovations. The venue hosts a variety of productions including concerts, musicals, and other popular touring performances. The Wilbur Theatre (617) 248-9700 246 Tremont St Boston, MA 02116 Directions Website The Wilbur Theatre brings some of the best names in comedy to its stage. A few comedians featured on the upcoming performance schedule include Kathy Griffin, Kevin Hart, David Spade, Jim Gaffigan, Colin Quinn, Tom Papa, and Tracy Morgan. The theater hosts shows by famous musicians and touring musicals as well. Wheelock Family Theatre (617) 879-2300 180 Riverway Boston, MA 02215 Directions Website The whole family will appreciate the entertainment produced by the Wheelock Family Theatre. Classic stories like Peter Pan, The Sound of Music, Pippi Longstocking, The Wizard of Oz, and Charlotte's Web have wowed audiences here. Keep an eye on the theater's schedule, you never know when your favorite fairytale will come to life! Xfinity Center (508) 339-2331 885 S Main St Mansfield, MA 02048 Directions Website In 2010, Billboard named The Comcast Center “the top-grossing amphitheatre of the decade,” and when you see the impressive list of past performances, it's not hard to see why. The Who, Pearl Jam, Rush, James Taylor, Aerosmith, Jimmy Buffet, and The Allman Brothers Band are just a few artists who've graced the stage at this entertainment venue. 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