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Visiting Emerson Colonial Theatre: what to know before you go
106 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116, United States
Emerson Colonial Theatre is a theatre building in Boston, open since 1900, with room for about 1,700 people.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Sunday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 7 dates.
4 public transport stops are within walking distance (Metro / subway, Bus stop and Train); the nearest is MBTA Green Line - E Train, 200 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 1,700
- Opened
- 1900
- Address
- 106 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116, United States
- Upcoming events
- 29
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Sunday
Emerson Colonial Theatre, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Blade Runner Live
- November 20267 dates, including Hadestown (Touring), Dirty Dancing and A Drag Queen Christmas
- December 20267 dates, including Love Actually in Concert, The Notebook (Touring) and Dresden Dolls
- January 20272 dates, including Clifford the Big Red Dog and The Wiz (All audience members regardless of age must have a ticket. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult)
- February 20273 dates, including Michael Feinstein, Mark Twain Tonight and Carmen Suite & Bolero
- March 20275 dates, including The Legend of Korra in Concert, Sesame Street Live! Elmos Got The Moves and Clue: On Stage
Coming evenings with more than one show: Sunday, March 14 and Saturday, April 10.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (15), Concerts (7), Workshops & Classes (2), Dance (2) and Comedy (1).
Arriving by public transport
- MBTA Green Line - E TrainMetro / subway200 m
3 min walk - Boston Back Bay StationBus stop260 m
3 min walk - Park Street T StationTrain720 m
9 min walk - Pleasant Street (BERy station)Train770 m
10 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 230 m from the venue.
Next events at Emerson Colonial Theatre
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Emerson Colonial Theatre: practical questions
How many people fit in Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Emerson Colonial Theatre has a capacity of about 1,700; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Emerson Colonial Theatre open?
Emerson Colonial Theatre opened in 1900.
What is the nearest stop to Emerson Colonial Theatre?
MBTA Green Line - E Train (Metro / subway), 200 m away – about 3 min on foot.
Can I park near Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 230 m away.
What kind of events does Emerson Colonial Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (15), Concerts (7), Workshops & Classes (2) and Dance (2).
Which month has the most events at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
November 2026, with 7 dates, including Hadestown (Touring) and Dirty Dancing.
Which other venues are close to Emerson Colonial Theatre?
The Wilbur (850 m), MGM Music Hall at Fenway (1.8 km), Citizens House of Blues Boston (1.7 km) and Boston Symphony Hall (1.9 km).
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