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Boston theater company fall productions

Posted on August 29, 2023 | 3 comments

At the close of each summer, I like to promote local theater comanies and their upcoming fall productions to remind people of the vibrant (and underrated) theater community here in Boston. I hope this post will encourage you to support Boston’s local theater community. One advantage of supporting these theater companies is that ticket prices are more affordable than the national touring companies that come through Boston.

Below I’ve shared 2023/2024 season opening productions of several (not all) Boston theater companies. The shows are listed in order of opening dates and include links for more information.

Central Square Theater || Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes
September 7 – October 8, 2023

The Huntington || Prayer for the French Republic
September 7 – October 8, 2023

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) || The Half-God of Rainfall
September 8 – September 24, 2023

Boston Lyric Opera || Madama Butterfly
September 14 – September 24, 2023

SpeakEasy Stage || POTUS: Or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive
September 15 – October 15, 2023

Lyric Stage Company || Assassins
September 15 – October 15, 2023

Tickets to these shows make for a great ‘date night’ or night out with friends. Make plans now to catch a show later this fall. You’ll have a great time and your support will mean everything to these very worthy, local theater companies.

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Romeo & Juliet on Boston Common Aug 11&13

Posted on August 9, 2022 | Leave a comment

Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? The Boston Lyric Opera is hosting two free performances of Romeo & Juliet at 8PM on Thursday, August 11 and Saturday, August 13.

Romeo & Juliet on the Boston Common

These FREE performances offer those who have never been to an opera, a unique opportunity to experience it under the stars. You can check out the full cast here. For those motivated by more base instincts, be sure to check out the very handsome baritone, Nicholas LaGeese who plays Mercutio – damn he’s cute.

Similar to the Shakespeare on the Common productions, you can rent chairs but it is best to make a reservation (chair reservation info). If you’re planning to attend, show up early because these free performances attract huge crowds.

I also recommend making pitstop at Roche Bros in DTX before you find a place on the Common to see this production. Roche Bros has a lot of grab-n-go items so you can have an impromptu picnic during the performance. While consuming alcohol on the Common is illegal, if you’re discreet, you’ll be fine. I’m a big fan of bringing some cheeses and one or two bottles of very cold white or rosé.

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