Boston Theatre Newsroom

Janet Eilber was a high school senior at Michigan’s Interlochen School for the Arts when she first crossed paths with modern dance legend Martha Graham (1894–1991). After auditioning for Graham, the dancer and actor attended the Juilliard School at Graham’s recommendation, and subsequently joined the doyenne’s eponymous dance company where she became a soloist at age 21, dancing many of the roles made famous by Graham.

A new exhibition at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art will honor the work of celebrated artist Raúl Colón, whose signature style of textured watercolor and colored pencil paintings are showcased in more than 50 books. Learn how to attend.

Ex Machina, Côté Danse, Dvoretsky Productions and presenting partner Show One Productions have announced the East Coast debut of The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark, a captivating fusion of theater and dance.

Concord Women’s Chorus will present the holiday season concert “The Harper’s Song: A Ceremony of Carols.' The performance is conducted by CWC Artistic Director Jane Ring Frank, accompanied by Daniel Goldsmith, piano, and Carrie Kourkoumelis, harp.

The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, Massachusetts has announced three new shows. Tickets go on sale for these shows on Saturday, November 23, at 6:00 a.m..

Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and The Trustees of Reservations have announced a magical collaboration this winter. With a shared commitment to creating memorable experiences, this partnership promises a blend of theatre, nature and festive cheer. 

Get The Led Out, a renowned Led Zeppelin tribute band, is set to perform at Indian Ranch in Webster, MA this summer. Experience their authentic sound and energy in a live outdoor concert setting. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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Smino received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Harvard's Black Men's Forum, recognizing his contributions to music and culture. The ceremony highlighted his impact and influence in the industry.

WINTER WONDERETTES will run from November 29 to December 22, 2024, at Greater Boston Stage Company, offering a festive theatrical experience for the holiday season.

Discover the 2024 Holiday Showcase & Winter Marketplace at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, featuring 'WONDERS OF CAPE COD.' Explore local art, crafts, and performances celebrating the season.

The American Repertory Theater has unveiled the Lavine Learning Lab, a new public high school initiative that will sustain and deepen student engagement with the theater.

A distant cousin of America’s New Year’s Eve Times Square ball-dropping tradition, “Dinner for One” is an iconic comedy sketch broadcast every New Year’s Eve in countries including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, and Estonia, and on other days of the year in Norway, Australia, and South Africa. British author Lauri Wylie wrote the original two-hander for the stage and it was subsequently recorded for television in 1962.

Tickets for the Tony Award-winning production of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, presented by Broadway In Boston, are now available. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Activist opera company White Snake Projects (WSP) will host the third installment of Let's Celebrate!, an annual holiday tradition presenting brand-new operas that celebrate the diversity of the Boston area and the myriad holidays celebrated here.

The Emerson Colonial Theatre will present the North American Tour of Mean Girls – the musical comedy adapted from the hit Paramount Pictures film – will be coming to Boston. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Join comedian Corey Rodrigues and special guests for a night of laughter at Samuel Slater's Restaurant in December Enjoy an evening filled with humor and entertainment. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Discover upcoming performances at the Spire Center in Plymouth, featuring artists like Lisa Bastoni, Gabe Stillman, and The Young Dubliners. Explore the diverse lineup and plan your visit.

Join the 35th anniversary celebration of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at North Shore Music Theatre from December 5 to 22, 2024.

The Springfield Chamber Players will bring their family-friendly Johnny Appleseed Plus concert to Springfield's new event venue, 52 Sumner next month. Learn more here!

The North Shore Civic Ballet (NSCB), a nonprofit dance company based in Marblehead, Massachusetts, will kick off its annual holiday online auction next week.

Americana Theatre Company will reprise its original work 'An Americana Christmas Carol' at Plymouth Center for the Arts, written by ATC Co-Artistic Directors Derek Grant Martin and Jesse M. Sullivan, directed by award-winning Marianne Savell.

The New Philharmonia will present its season opening concerts at Grace Church in Newton, MA, featuring a diverse program that promises to captivate audiences. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts' Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee will present the Ain't Too Proud Panel Discussion, conversations about beauty and fashion.

Enjoy a festive lineup at CLUB PASSIM this December with performances by Ellis Paul, Alisa Amador, and more. Celebrate the season with music and community at this renowned Cambridge venue. Learn how to purchase tickets.