Boston Theatre District Shows

Theater Performance Schedules, Kids' Shows, Tickets

Boston Theatre District shows span the spectrum from Broadway to experimental, drama to comedy, and everything in between.  With our thriving downtown Theatre District, theaters within top performing art schools such as Emerson College, and a huge number of other smaller venues, you'll find lots of excellent choices. 

Use the following list of Boston theater performances to plan your schedule, find great seats, get theater tickets, and even check out best shows for kids.  If you plan ahead, you may even be able to get half-price tickets.

Quick Links:  Addresses for major Boston theaters (bottom of this page)

 

God of Carnage

Huntington Theatre Company @ BU Theatre:  Showing Jan 6 - Feb 5, 2012
Get ready for non-stop laughs as this Broadway hit comes to Boston. The plot?  Two sets of parents meet to talk about their kids' less-than-mature behavior - and that's when the tantrums, tears, name-calling, and total comedy begins!

Check for Half-Price Tickets  |   Box Office:  617-266-0800

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The Wizard of Oz

Wheelock Family Theatre:  Jan 27 - Feb 26, 2012
Enjoy the thrilling story of Dorothy's and Toto's journey to the Land of Oz, and rejoice when she finally gets to discover the pleasures of returning home.  The Tin Man and other beloved characters entertain you along the way, and the catchy songs will have you singing along.  Perfect for all ages.

Call box office for tickets at 617-879-2300  |    Check for Half-Price Tickets 

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Addams Family - The Broadway Musical

Shubert Theatre:  Showing Feb 7 - 19, 2012
When Wednesday Addams, daughter of the weirdly wonderful (or maybe just weird) Morticia and Gomez, falls madly in love with a "normal" boy, the whole family freaks out in their usual macabre fashion.  Great songs, goofy plot, and lots of make-up make for a delightful theatre experience.  Fun Boston theater show for the whole family.

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Disney on Ice - Dare to Dream

TD Garden:  Showing Feb 17 - 26, 2012
Disney always puts on spectacular ice shows, and Dare to Dream is one of the best!  You'll love the dazzling costumes, the thrilling music, and most of all, the great feeling of watching your favorite characters come to life on the ice.  A wonderful Boston theatre family show!

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Time Stands Still

Boston Lyric Stage Company:  Showing Feb 17 - March 17, 2012
Donald Margulies' new play, TIme Stands Still, is considered one of the best on Broadway, and recounts the story of Sarah and James, a photojournalist and war correspondant who survived roadside bombs in Baghdad only to have to battle to regain their lives after all that they witnessed.

Check for discount tickets  |   Call box office 617-585-5678

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Barber of Seville

Shubert Theatre:  Showing March 9 - 18, 2012
Boston Lyric Opera presents Rossini's masterpiece comic opera, the Barber of Seville, with irresistible songs, a crazy plot about love and revenge, and a stellar cast with soprana Sarah Coburn as the heroine, Rosina.  Sung in Italian.  Half-off student tickets available for purchase in advance at the Box Office. 

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Les Miserables

Boston Opera House:  March 13 - April 1, 2012
One of the most loved of all musicals, this stirring and often heart-wrenching saga about the survival of the human spirit against all odds comes to Boston's Opera House and includes magnificently uplifting classic songs such as "One Day More," "On My Own," and "I Dreamed a Dream." 

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The Miracle Worker

Wheelock Family Theatre:  April 13 - May 13, 2012
This play by William Gibson tells the inspiring story of Helen Keller and her dedicated teacher, Annie Sullivan, and speaks to the universal need to connect.  Wonderful for adults, teens, and older children.

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Anne of Green Gables

Boston Center for the Arts:  May 5 - 12, 2012
In this wonderful new musical adopted from Lucy Maud Montgomery's popular 1908 novel, Anne struggles to find her place in the world and always remains cheerful and strong, despite adversity and hardship.  You'll cheer her as she finds love, acceptance, a family, and a true home.

Check for Half-Price Tickets  |   Box office: 617-426-5000

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Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Boston Opera House:  May 29 - June 3, 2012
The classic love story told in Disney's Beauty and the Beast never fails to thrill and entertain as romance and reality clash but come to a heart-warming conclusion.  Lavish sets, gorgeous costumes, dazzling music, and talented performers make this one of the most loved musicals.  Great show for kids - and the whole family!

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Blue Man Group

Charles Playhouse:  On-Going
Don't wear your good clothes (hint: they hand out rain ponchos) but do expect to have a ton of fun at Boston's funniest show put on by bald blue guys.  None-stop story-telling, comedy, music, theatrics, and audience interaction.  Perfect family show for all ages.

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Past Boston Theatre District Shows

Clifford the Big Red Dog Live!

Wilbur Theatre:  Jan 21, 2012
Clifford and friends return to Boston with a new exciting show full of fun for the whole family!  Join Clifford, Emily Elizabeth, Cleo, T-Bone, Jetta, and Charlie as they decide to put on their OWN show - full of great songs and sweet moments.  Excellent Boston theater show for kids.

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Shen Yun

Boston Opera House:  Jan 20-22, 2012
Spectacular performances by extraordinary dancers and musicians showcase 5,000 years of Chinese history and culture in dance, music, and gorgeous costumes against amazing digital backgrounds of Chinese scenary, palaces, and art.   Orchestra with Chinese and western instruments plays original compositions.  Boston theater family show pick.

 

Green Day's American Idiot

Boston Opera House:  Jan 24 - 29, 2012
Tony Award-winning Broadway hit rock opera now on tour tells the story of Jesus of Suburbia, an anti-hero in search of himself who journeys to the city to find meaning in love and rebellion.  Features all the electrifying music of Green Day's iconic album. 

 

Boston Theaters - Addresses

More about all of these Boston Theaters

American Repertory Theatre
64 Brattle Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge

Boston Center for the Arts (BCA)
539 Tremont Street, South End

Boston Opera House
539 Washington Street, Theatre District

Boston University Theatre
264 Huntington Ave, Fenway

Charles Playhouse
74 Warrenton Street, Theatre District

Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College
219 Tremont Street, Theatre District

Lyric Stage Company Theatre
140 Clarendon Street, 2nd Floor; Back Bay

Modern Theatre at Suffolk University
523 Washington Street, Theatre District

Paramount Theatre
559 Washington Street, Theatre District

Sanders Theatre
Harvard University
45 Quincy Street, Cambridge

Shubert Theatre (part of Citi Performing Arts Center)
265 Tremont Street, Theatre District

Stuart Street Playhouse
200 Stuart Street, Bay Village

Wang Center for Performing Arts (part of Citi Performing Arts Center)
270 Tremont Street, Theatre District

Wheelock Family Theatre
200 The Riverway, Fenway

Wilbur Theatre
246 Tremont Street, Theatre District

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