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Puppet Playtime with Harry LaCoste & Puppet PalsBrookline
Tue, January 23, 2024  -  Tue, March 26, 2024   
Puppet Playtime is a fun, interactive performance experience designed for very young children and their grown ups. We provide a welcoming 'lights-on' flexible environment for children and caretakers alike!
Girl From the North CountryBoston, $$$
Tue, March 12, 2024  -  Sun, March 24, 2024   
Girl From The North Country is the Tony Award®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!” Featuring Tony Award-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale!
Boston Ballet Presents 'Cinderella'Boston, $$
Thu, March 14, 2024  -  Sun, March 24, 2024   
Experience this fairytale like never before with Boston Ballet's magical production of Sir Frederick Ashton's 'Cinderella. Enjoy a night of mystical happenings, elaborate dancing, and valiant romance.
A Gentleman's Guide To Love & MurderNorwell, $$
Fri, March 15, 2024  -  Sat, March 30, 2024   
A Tony Award winning musical comedy set in Downton Abbey era England that has been called a “knock ‘em dead uproarious hit!” See you all there!
Dill: An Immersive Play Reading and DiscussionBoston, Free
Today  -  Tue, March 19, 2024   
Join Revolutionary Spaces for a captivating live reading of the screenplay Dill, a story inspired by real people and real events on the Cape Ann Shore in Massachusetts on the cusp of the Revolutionary War.
Boston Arts Academy Foundation’s Champion Reception 2024Boston
Thu, March 21, 2024  -  Thu, March 21, 2024   
Join Us for Champion Reception 2024 honoring Dr. Aisha Miller and Hector Piña—followed by performance of 'Simply The Best! The Life and Legacy of Tina Turner' Reception starts at 5:00 PM | Show starts at 7:30PM
Visions & MiraclesCambridge, $
Thu, March 21, 2024  -  Thu, March 21, 2024   
'Visions and Miracles' brings together music that is transcendent in nature, drawing inspiration from dreams, medieval chant, renaissance polyphony, spirituality, and the power of silence.
Red, White, & You! Comedy TourBoston, $
Fri, March 22, 2024  -  Fri, March 22, 2024   
Come one, come all, to this comedy-packed, jokes-for-all, sketch and stand-up comedy show, Red, White & You! It is a rollicking good time, featuring a stellar lineup of comics ready to tickle your funny bone.
Littleton High School Drama presents SUESSICAL, The Musical!Littleton, $
Fri, March 22, 2024  -  Sun, March 24, 2024   
Imagination runs wild in Seussical the Musical! This musical is a joy for kids and kids-at-heart. Don't miss Littleton High School Drama's production of Seussical!
And That's Why We Drink Podcast: On The Rocks TourMassachusetts, $$
Sat, March 23, 2024  -  Sat, March 23, 2024   
Award-winning comedy podcast, where the paranormal and true crime meet. Hosted by New York Times best selling authors Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer, 'And That's Why We Drink' is an award-winning comedy podcast
The Dragon's Laugh + Other Tales by Midnight Radio ShowBrookline, $
Sat, March 23, 2024  -  Sun, March 24, 2024   
Join 'bona fide fairy princess' Charlotte Lily Gaspard for enchanting original fairytales and songs by Midnight Radio Show! Shadow puppetry breathes life into these delightful short stories of adventure and friendship.
LegacyCambridge
Sat, March 23, 2024  -  Sat, March 23, 2024   
How do we connect with the generations before us – their culture, our culture? Their DNA, ours? Their dreams now just a memory of continued in how we live?
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's All New Greatest Show On Earth2 Locations, $$
Thu, March 28, 2024  -  Sun, April 7, 2024   
The circus is back! Enjoy the all-new, immersive family entertainment experience unlike anything audiences have ever seen, filled with incredible feats that push the limits of human potential.
Love & JusticeCambridge
Fri, March 29, 2024  -  Fri, March 29, 2024   
Castle of Our Skins is back for their fifth annual residency, focused as always on the importance of cultural curiosity and the celebration of Black artistry.
A Wrinkle In TimeBoston, $$$
Mon, April 1, 2024  -  Fri, May 31, 2024   
Adapted from Madeleine L’Engle’s much - loved classic tale, one of literature’s most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, is back–braces, stubbornness and all. Let's join Meg in her adventures!
Company: The Smash Hit ComedyBoston, $$
Tue, April 2, 2024  -  Sun, April 14, 2024   
Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, COMPANY “strikes like a lightning bolt. It’s brilliantly conceived and funny as hell” (Variety). Helmed by three-time Tony Award-winning director Marianne Elliott.
We Move Together, Presented by Little Uprisings and The GottabeesActon
Sat, April 6, 2024  -  Sat, April 6, 2024   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.
Beauty and The BeastBeverly, $$
Sun, April 7, 2024  -  Sun, April 7, 2024   
Family-Friendly Musical Comedy by The Panto Company USA Family-Friendly Musical Comedy by The Panto Company USA Family-Friendly Musical Comedy by The Panto Company USA Family-Friendly Musical Comedy by The Panto Company USA
More and More MorenasBoston, $
Fri, April 12, 2024  -  Fri, April 12, 2024   
A concert highlighting Morenas—dark-skinned women—in the Ibero-American repertory. It includes some of the earliest songs referring to Morenas in early modern Spain, as well as their current endearing depictions in Latin America.
A Lil Bit of (Almost) Everything Comedy ShowcaseMassachusetts, $$
Fri, April 12, 2024  -  Fri, April 12, 2024   
The changing face of stand-up comedy! The changing face of stand-up comedy! The changing face of stand-up comedy! The changing face of stand-up comedy! The changing face of stand-up comedy!
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's All New Greatest Show On Earth: WorcesterWorcester, $
Fri, April 12, 2024  -  Sun, April 14, 2024   
Get ready for The Greatest Show On Earth®! The reimagined Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® invites Children Of All Ages® to a spectacle of superhuman feats, pushing the limits of possibility!
The Journey and Legacy of Miecio’s ClavichordCambridge, $
Fri, April 12, 2024  -  Fri, April 12, 2024   
2023 marks the 30th Anniversary of Mr. Horszowski's Death. He was very active collaborating with his contemporary composers, and here we feature two of the composers with whom he had personal contact: Granados and Saint-Saens.
More and More MorenasJamaica Plain, $
Sat, April 13, 2024  -  Sat, April 13, 2024   
La Donna Musicale and Rumbarroco continue a musical exploration that extends from the Iberian Renaissance to Indigenous and African-influenced folk traditions in contemporary South America.
The Four Seasons by Drama of WorksBrookline, $
Sat, April 13, 2024  -  Mon, April 15, 2024   
Set to Vivaldi’s compositions of the same name, The Four Seasons invites us to watch through Little Fox’s eyes as the seasons transform — with the help of innovative magnetic sets and charming bright puppets.
More and More MorenasMassachusetts, $
Sun, April 14, 2024  -  Sun, April 14, 2024   
La Donna Musicale and Rumbarroco continue a musical exploration that extends from the Iberian Renaissance to Indigenous and African-influenced folk traditions in contemporary South America.
Celebrate! with Bright Star Theatre - Little Red and the Big Bully WolfBoston, Free
Tue, April 16, 2024  -  Tue, April 16, 2024   
The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows! Follow Little Red and meet her friends — the three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man, and more!
The Secret Comedy of WomenMassachusetts, $$
Thu, April 18, 2024  -  Thu, April 18, 2024   
The Secret Comedy of Women® Every woman deserves a laugh like this! A cross between Carol Burnett and Saturday Night Live. You are invited to laugh with the women
Voices of HomeCambridge, $
Tue, April 23, 2024  -  Tue, April 23, 2024   
In this performance, two Armenians from different parts of the diaspora - Moscow and California - give voice to the strength, resilience, and persistence of the Armenian people.
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Harvard Arts First FestivalCambridge, Free
Wed, April 24, 2024  -  Sun, April 28, 2024   
Each ARTS FIRST Festival is a unique annual celebration of the Harvard community's artistic creativity. Enjoy the creativity of the Harvard arts community through performances, art exhibitions and art-making activities.
Dinosaur World LiveWorcester, $$
Thu, April 25, 2024  -  Thu, April 25, 2024   
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover pre-historic world.
Little Red Riding Hood + The Three Little Pigs by The Puppet Co.Brookline, $
Sat, April 27, 2024  -  Sun, May 5, 2024   
In this musical retelling of two classic “wolf-centered” fairytales, sometimes it's not always clear who the bad guy really is! With original music, witty dialogue, and all your favorite lines!
Clue, A New ComedyBoston, $$$
Tue, April 30, 2024  -  Sun, May 5, 2024   
Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.
The Magic WithinBeverly, $$
Sat, May 4, 2024  -  Sat, May 4, 2024   
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Studio TwoBeverly, $$
Fri, May 10, 2024  -  Fri, May 10, 2024   
Studio Two is a headlining Beatles tribute band, featuring Berklee Alumni who focus on the most exciting, energetic period of The Beatles – the early years (1962-1966.)
Matilda Jr. at Concord Youth TheatreConcord
Fri, May 10, 2024  -  Sun, May 19, 2024   
Rebellion is on order in Matilda JR., a celebration of the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This musical tells the story of a girl who dreams of a better life.
EpitomeCambridge, $
Thu, May 16, 2024  -  Thu, May 16, 2024   
The anniversary season finale unfolds as the quintessential Radius concert—eclectic and dynamic, each piece the Epitome of its type. Featuring a new work by hometown hero and longtime friend of Radius, Elena Ruehr.
Accidentally On Purpose Improv Comedy TroupeMassachusetts, $$
Fri, May 17, 2024  -  Fri, May 17, 2024   
Hottest Improv Comedy on the North Shore.Accidentally on Purpose (AOP) Delivers Hottest Improv Comedy on the North Shore. uproarious laughter with AOP, the unrivaled improv comedy troupe that's been setting the North Shore ablaze
Bluey’s Big PlayBoston, $$
Sat, May 18, 2024  -  Sun, May 19, 2024   
BLUEY'S BIG PLAY is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush.
Come From Away, The Remarkable True StoryBoston, $$$
Tue, May 28, 2024  -  Sun, June 2, 2024   
Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by this year’s Tony Award® -winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley.
Junie B. Jones JR at Concord Youth TheatreConcord
Fri, May 31, 2024  -  Sun, June 2, 2024   
Laugh yourself silly with Junie B. Jones in this hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s beloved books. Junie B. Jones is a spunky and sassy first grader.
MJ The MusicalBoston, $$$
Tue, June 18, 2024  -  Sun, July 7, 2024   
Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to you as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own.
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Circus Smirkus 2024 Big Top Tour16 Locations, $$
Sat, June 29, 2024  -  Thu, August 15, 2024   
Come see the award-winning, international traveling youth circus! In the Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour, kids – ages 10 to 18 – are stars, on highwire and trapeze, as clowns, jugglers, acrobats and more.
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Kidz Bop LIVE! 2024Boston, $$
Sat, July 27, 2024   
Kidz Bop is an interactive experience for the whole family, where the KIDZ BOP Kids will be performing some of today’s biggest hits “sung by kids for kids,” with engaging new set design, exciting choreography, and more.
Les MisérablesBoston, $$$
Tue, August 13, 2024  -  Sun, August 25, 2024   
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL. Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award®-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm!
The Calamari Sisters’ SausagefestMassachusetts, $$
Sat, September 21, 2024  -  Sun, September 22, 2024   
23rd Annual Italian Sausagefest: Celebrate the days of summer with these sassy, brassy broads from Brooklyn as they sing, dance, and cook delicious street fair goodies for you and your friends.
Len Cabral, Storyteller: JFK Library Celebrate SeriesBoston, Free
Sun, December 22, 2024   
Take a journey with internationally-known storyteller Len Cabral from wherever you might be watching. Learn about different winter traditions in this engaging video program.
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Kerplunk!Boston, $$
Tue, March 5, 3016  -  Sat, May 28, 2016   
Space pirates, talking dogs, trees that hug you…this show has it all because it's the adventure you and your family create together! Each performance is based on your imagination so no two adventures are ever the same.
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