54 Charles Street
Boston, MA
BUILT: 1839
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Shows at the Charles Playhouse
DATES PRODUCTION 6/1/1976 - 1/2/1977 Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (1976) 12/27/1961 - 12/27/1961 The Fantasticks (1961) - She Loves Me (1964)
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Executive Director Shane D. Hudson to Depart Primary Stages in Fall 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
Executive Director Shane D. Hudson will depart Primary Stages this fall following a ten-year tenure. Learn more about Hudson and about the changes to the company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025
Executive Director Shane D. Hudson will depart Primary Stages this fall following a ten-year tenure. Learn more about Hudson and about the changes to the company.
Blue Man Group Will Conclude Residency in Boston
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
Blue Man Group, the global entertainment phenomenon known for its fusion of music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics and distinctively non-verbal forms of communication, will conclude its history-making thirty-year residency in Boston, MA in July.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025
Blue Man Group, the global entertainment phenomenon known for its fusion of music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics and distinctively non-verbal forms of communication, will conclude its history-making thirty-year residency in Boston, MA in July.
The 42nd Annual Elliot Norton Awards Winner Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
The 42nd Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony was held at The Huntington Theatre in Boston. See the full list of winners here and learn more about the Awards!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
The 42nd Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony was held at The Huntington Theatre in Boston. See the full list of winners here and learn more about the Awards!
BLUE MAN GROUP Celebrates Milestone Anniversaries In Boston And Las Vegas
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Blue Man Group is celebrating two anniversaries in Boston and Las Vegas, reaching 30 and 25 years of performances respectively, making them two of the longest-running resident productions in the world.
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Blue Man Group is celebrating two anniversaries in Boston and Las Vegas, reaching 30 and 25 years of performances respectively, making them two of the longest-running resident productions in the world.
Review: SpeakEasy Stage Company's JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by R. Scott Reedy - May 11, 2025
And when it comes to the humble Harlem hair salon in Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, now in its New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage in the Roberts Studio Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA, through May 31, make that something to marvel at.
by R. Scott Reedy - May 11, 2025
And when it comes to the humble Harlem hair salon in Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, now in its New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage in the Roberts Studio Theatre, Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA, through May 31, make that something to marvel at.
Lyric Stage Boston Presents NOISES OFF
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024
Lyric Stage Boston rings in the holidays with the gift of laughter, outrageous characters, and meaningful time spent with loved ones at Noises Off. Performances begin Friday, November 15 and run through Sunday December 22.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024
Lyric Stage Boston rings in the holidays with the gift of laughter, outrageous characters, and meaningful time spent with loved ones at Noises Off. Performances begin Friday, November 15 and run through Sunday December 22.
Review: Updated BLUE MAN GROUP Brings Added Merriment to The Charles Playhouse
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 9, 2023
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at The Charles Playhouse? Blue Man Group has been in residence at Boston’s Charles Playhouse for so many years, that – with the exception of tourists and new-to-town college students – it’s probably been a long time since local theatergoers have given the show much thought.
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 9, 2023
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at The Charles Playhouse? Blue Man Group has been in residence at Boston’s Charles Playhouse for so many years, that – with the exception of tourists and new-to-town college students – it’s probably been a long time since local theatergoers have given the show much thought.
Boston Area Theaters To Dim The Lights And Pay Tribute To Producing Artistic Director Emeritus Spiro Veloudos, October 6
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023
Boston area theaters will pay tribute to Spiro Veloudos, the longtime producing artistic director of Lyric Stage Company of Boston, on Friday evening, October 6, 2023, in honor of his legacy and commitment to the Boston theater community.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023
Boston area theaters will pay tribute to Spiro Veloudos, the longtime producing artistic director of Lyric Stage Company of Boston, on Friday evening, October 6, 2023, in honor of his legacy and commitment to the Boston theater community.
Tickets Now On Sale for GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 25, 2023
Broadway in Boston will present the Boston engagement of the Tony Award-winning musical Girl From The North Country. Performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre March 12 – 24, 2024 as part of the Lexus 23/24 Broadway In Boston season. Get event and ticket information here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 25, 2023
Broadway in Boston will present the Boston engagement of the Tony Award-winning musical Girl From The North Country. Performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre March 12 – 24, 2024 as part of the Lexus 23/24 Broadway In Boston season. Get event and ticket information here!
Video: BLUE MAN GROUP Returns to Boston With Reimagined Production
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023
The theatrical phenomenon and Boston resident show staple, Blue Man Group returned from its brief September hiatus with a reimagined show beginning Saturday, September 23, 2023. Check out the teaser video here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023
The theatrical phenomenon and Boston resident show staple, Blue Man Group returned from its brief September hiatus with a reimagined show beginning Saturday, September 23, 2023. Check out the teaser video here!
Professional Children's Acting Coach, Rick Plaugher, Launches 'Take Choice Acting'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2023
Learn about Rick Plaugher's new program, 'Take Choice Acting,' designed to help aspiring young actors enhance their skills. Discover the benefits of working with a renowned children's acting coach and give your child the opportunity to excel in the world of acting.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2023
Learn about Rick Plaugher's new program, 'Take Choice Acting,' designed to help aspiring young actors enhance their skills. Discover the benefits of working with a renowned children's acting coach and give your child the opportunity to excel in the world of acting.
THE DING DONGS Comes to Gloucester Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023
Gloucester Stage Company is excited to announce the highly anticipated opening of THE DING DONGS, a comedic thriller by Cape Cod playwright Brenda Withers and directed by Gloucester Stage's Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw. A part lesson in how power evolves and how intimidation works, audiences will have the opportunity to experience this thought-provoking play beginning Friday, August 11, through Friday, August 27, at the Gloucester Stage Company's historic waterfront theater.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023
Gloucester Stage Company is excited to announce the highly anticipated opening of THE DING DONGS, a comedic thriller by Cape Cod playwright Brenda Withers and directed by Gloucester Stage's Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw. A part lesson in how power evolves and how intimidation works, audiences will have the opportunity to experience this thought-provoking play beginning Friday, August 11, through Friday, August 27, at the Gloucester Stage Company's historic waterfront theater.
BLUE MAN GROUP Reveals New Performance Schedules for US Resident Shows Through March 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
Blue Man Group has announced additional performance dates for its resident shows in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas and New York City through March 31, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
Blue Man Group has announced additional performance dates for its resident shows in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas and New York City through March 31, 2024.
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company The Cast And Creative Team Of Shakespeare's MACBETH For Shakespeare On The Common
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2023
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) and Steven Maler, Artistic Director, announce the complete cast and creative team for this summer's production of Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth on the Boston Common.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2023
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company (CSC) and Steven Maler, Artistic Director, announce the complete cast and creative team for this summer's production of Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth on the Boston Common.
Blue Man Group Boston Expands Show Schedule For Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will expand their schedule for the summer to include weekday shows on select Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in addition to their regular Thursday-Sunday schedule.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will expand their schedule for the summer to include weekday shows on select Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in addition to their regular Thursday-Sunday schedule.
1776, HEAD OVER HEELS, RIVERDANCE & More Lead Boston's May Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff - May 2, 2022
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up in April, we've got a ton of major Broadway hits, starry new works starring Sean Hayes, great shows for children, and more!
by BWW Staff - May 2, 2022
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up in April, we've got a ton of major Broadway hits, starry new works starring Sean Hayes, great shows for children, and more!
BLUE MAN GROUP to Bring Family Fun For April School Vacation Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will add shows and bring creative fun for the whole family during April School Vacation Week, April 16th -24th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will add shows and bring creative fun for the whole family during April School Vacation Week, April 16th -24th.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER to be Presented at The Lyric Stage Company of Boston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2022
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder with Music and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak and Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman will find its way to the Lyric Stage Company of Boston after originally scheduled to open on May 15, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2022
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder with Music and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak and Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman will find its way to the Lyric Stage Company of Boston after originally scheduled to open on May 15, 2020.
Blue Man Group Will Return to Boston For February School Vacation Week
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will be back just in time for February School Vacation Week with their unique brand of zany creativity.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2022
Blue Man Group Boston will be back just in time for February School Vacation Week with their unique brand of zany creativity.
BLUE MAN GROUP Celebrates the Return of Boston Run and North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2021
Blue Man Group, the internationally known theatrical phenomenon, celebrates its return to the United States with resumed performances in Boston and the relaunch of its North American tour. Starting Feb. 10, fans can celebrate the group's long-awaited return to Boston's Charles Playhouse and enjoy an over-the-top and unconventional musical experience.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2021
Blue Man Group, the internationally known theatrical phenomenon, celebrates its return to the United States with resumed performances in Boston and the relaunch of its North American tour. Starting Feb. 10, fans can celebrate the group's long-awaited return to Boston's Charles Playhouse and enjoy an over-the-top and unconventional musical experience.
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