Theatre & shows in Boston

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Diva Royale Drag Queen Dinner, Brunch & Cabaret Show Boston

Downtown · $$$

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Riot Theater Company

Roslindale · $$

Thirty-person room, folding chairs, free improv Fridays. Bring your own beer, stay for the sweat.

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The Rockwell

Davis Square · $$

150-seat basement theater: comedy, concerts, plays. No bad seat, friendly staff, reasonable drinks — intimate enough to feel the show.

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Symphony Hall

Fenway–Kenmore · $$$

World-class acoustics, Boston Pops fixtures, seasonal concerts — the sound alone justifies the ticket price and tight floor seating.

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Jacques' Cabaret

Bay Village · $$$

An offbeat bar & cabaret hosting over-the-top drag performances & a weekly karaoke night.

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The Wilbur

Downtown · $$$

Historic theater with standout sightlines for comedy and live music. Expect tight aisles, pricey drinks, and seats that weren't built for modern legroom.

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Comedy Magic, Mentalist and Hypnosis Shows - Boston Hysterical Society

Downtown · $$$

Mind-reading and sleight-of-hand mentalism — corporate events, fundraisers, and crowds that don't expect to be amazed. Peter Gross kills.

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Mystery Cafe' Mystery Dinners and More!

Downtown · $$$

Long-standing venue for murder mysteries with audience participation, accompanied by dinner.

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Citizens House of Blues Boston

West Fens · $$

2,000-capacity concert hall with efficient entry, decent Southern food, no bad sightlines — the place to catch touring rock bands without the sweat.

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Jordan Hall

Fenway–Kenmore · $$

Intimate 1000-seat hall with phenomenal acoustics and no bad seats. NEC students and guests, many free concerts.

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Lil Chuck Boston

Downtown · $$$

Comedy and burlesque in a small, tight room — friendly staff, packed shows, late nights.

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Red Velvet Burlesque & Cabaret Dinner Show Boston

Downtown · $$$$