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Upcoming Shows

Creation (World Premiere)

Sep 1 – May 31, 2027

The world-premiere performances of Creation, a new work by Osvaldo Golijov with a libretto by David Henry Hwang, will feature vocal soloists Cécile McLorin Salvant and Davóne Tines, percussionist Cyro Baptista, kamancheh player Kayhan Kalhor, the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, and...

The Queen of Spades

Sep 1 – May 31, 2027

Two semi-staged performances of Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades will be presented with conductor Andris Nelsons and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The BSO x NEC Honors Children's Choir will also participate in these performances.

BSO Holiday Pops Family Concerts

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2026

The BSO x NEC Honors Children's Choir will appear in eight Holiday Pops Family Concerts with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops. The choir offers singers ages 8 to 13 exceptional training through NEC's Preparatory School.

BSO Family and Sensory-Friendly Concerts

Mar 1 – Mar 31, 2027

Thomas Wilkins leads the annual BSO Family and Sensory-Friendly Concerts, designed to be accessible for families and audience members with sensory sensitivities.

BSO Gala

Apr 1, 2027

The Boston Symphony Orchestra's annual gala event, moved from its original September date to April 1.

Mahler's Symphony No. 3

Apr 17, 2027

Andris Nelsons leads his final Symphony Hall performance as music director with a special one-night-only program of Mahler's Symphony No. 3. The performance features mezzo-soprano Tamara Mumford, the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, and the newly launched BSO x NEC Honors Children's...

Articles

Review: THE URMETAZOAN at Barrington Stage Company

Review: THE URMETAZOAN at Barrington Stage Company

by Marc Savitt · October 7, 2026

The play provides a lot of food for thought. What seems to come through most strongly in the final analysis is an inability for the two sisters to connect meaningfully and their portrayal of the tragedy of not knowing someone anymore.…

Review: SpeakEasy Stage's COVENANT Delivers on Promise

Review: SpeakEasy Stage's COVENANT Delivers on Promise

by R. Scott Reedy · October 8, 2026

With Halloween just weeks away, Greater Boston theater companies are presenting familiar titles for audiences looking for seasonal thrills – “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors,” “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and “Little Shop of Horrors,” to name but a few.…

Review: THE NORWEGIANS at Shakespeare & Company

Review: THE NORWEGIANS at Shakespeare & Company

by Marc Savitt · September 8, 2026

Murder-for-hire seems dark, and yes, some of the language can be a bit colorful (a few F-bombs are dropped), but really, this is a delightful little production with the emphasis on comedy that one might almost label as cute, possibly endearing.…

Review: NOISES OFF at Barrington Stage Company

Review: NOISES OFF at Barrington Stage Company

by Marc Savitt · August 31, 2026

. During a roughly 20-minute near silent stretch the cast execute a near flawless, complex, scene employing “Controlled Chaos”. Even the most `curmudgeonly of audience members find themselves rolling along with the rest of the crowd.…

Past Shows

Opening Night: Andris Nelsons and Yo-Yo Ma

Sep 17

Andris Nelsons opens his 13th and final season as Music Director with special guest Yo-Yo Ma. The program features music by Elgar, Brahms, and Arturs Maskats. The concert also includes the posthumous world premiere of Prologue for orchestra by Sofia Gubaidulina and Elena Firsova.

Community Chamber Concerts

Oct 12 – Mar 29, 2026

The Boston Symphony Orchestra's Community Chamber Concerts return for the 2025-26 season, running from October 12, 2025, to March 29, 2026. This series features ten performances by BSO musicians and guest artists at various venues across Greater Boston, providing an intimate...

Boston Symphony Orchestra: Weilerstein plays Prokofiev

Feb 4 – Feb 6, 2026

Cellist Alisa Weilerstein performs Sergei Prokofiev's Sinfonia Concertante for cello and orchestra with conductor Paavo Järvi, marking his Symphony Hall debut with the BSO. The piece, completed in 1952, was written for Mstislav Rostropovich and was last performed by the BSO in...

Music of the Cosmos

May 23 – May 24, 2025

Music of the Cosmos is a multimedia program presented by the Boston Pops at Symphony Hall, featuring conductor Keith Lockhart and actor George Takei as the narrator. The concert explores the intersection of music, space, and science fiction and includes a special guest...

Beethoven & Romanticism

Jan 8 – Jan 25, 2025

In January 2025, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Andris Nelsons, presents Beethoven & Romanticism, featuring all nine of Beethoven's symphonies performed in order over four concert programs. This festival will culminate with the stirring performances of...

The Brightness of Light

Nov 21 – Nov 23, 2024

The Brightness of Light is a commissioned piece by Kevin Puts that brings to life the romance between painter Georgia O’Keeffe and her husband, Alfred Stieglitz. With soprano Renée Fleming and baritone Rod Gilfry in the lead roles, the production will feature music accompanied...

Mahler’s Eighth Symphony

Oct 4 – Oct 6, 2024

Mahler’s Eighth Symphony, conducted by Andris Nelsons, showcases the grandeur of this monumental work often called the "Symphony of a Thousand." The performance features eight soloists, including Latonia Moore and Christine Goerke, along with the Tanglewood Festival Chorus and...

Time to Time

Sep 26 – Sep 28, 2024

Time to Time features the world premiere of a new work by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tania León, part of the Boston Symphony Orchestra's 2024–25 season. Conducted by Andris Nelsons, this all-American program includes Carlos Simon’s Wake Up: A Concerto for Orchestra and...

Concert for the City

Sep 21

Concert for the City features a free musical experience held at Symphony Hall, showcasing the Boston Symphony Orchestra's commitment to community engagement. Conducted by renowned figures including Andris Nelsons and featuring guest conductor Thomas Wilkins, the event promises a...

Cirque Goes to the Cinema

Sep 20

Cirque Goes to the Cinema features the Boston Pops, under the direction of conductor Keith Lockhart, as they combine the artistry of live orchestration with thrilling circus performances. Audiences will enjoy a selection of beloved film soundtracks while talented aerialists and...

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