Boston’s theater scene

Looking for something different to do? Make a date to check out one of the many great local theater productions currently or about to open.  Boston’s performing arts scene has a little something for everyone right now including musicals, modern classics and even a twisted childhood classic.

Gold Dust Orphans

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Pornocchio – Gold Dust Orphans (April 26 – May 26)  Sent through The Gold Dust Orphans’ glitter filled parody machine, this is a twisted take on a classic children’s fable.  Get Tickets Here

Pirates of Penzance – A.R.T. (May 10 – June 2)  Come away and enjoy this 80-minute excursion that features bathing beauties, philosophizing pirates, and grown men in remarkably short shorts.  Get Tickets Here.

SpeakEasy StageIn the Heights – SpeakEasy Stage (May 10 – June 8) This four-time Tony Award winning musical is set in New York’s Washington Heights neighborhood and uses hip hop, salsa and rap to help tell the stories of this close-knit Latin community.  Get Tickets Here.

3 Sailors – On The Town – Lyric Stage Co. (May 10 – June 8)   This musical also takes place in New York, but includes three American sailors with one day to see the sights, meet a special someone, and have the time of their lives. Get Tickets Here.

New Rep TheaterAmadeus – Amadeus -New Rep (April 28 – May 19)  Takes place in 18th-Century Europe and focuses on the rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri.  Get Tickets Here.

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