Emerson Colonial Theatre

Arguably the birthplace of musical theatre. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky! @emersoncolonial

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On Wednesdays, we wear pink! 💗

@MeanGirlsStage is coming to the Colonial from April 29 - May 4, 2025. Make fetch happen and sign up for our newsletter for exclusive presale access! → https://t.co/CIHDGa958j

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JUST ANNOUNCED! John Cusack will join us at the Colonial on Feb. 28, 2025 for a special screening of the cult classic #HighFidelity, followed by a post-film conversation!

🎟️ Tickets on sale this Friday. Sign up for our newsletter for presale access! → https://t.co/CIHDGa958j

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TODAY! We welcome @BostLyricOpera to the Colonial for their gala presentation of Verdi and Ghislanzoni's iconic opera, AIDA! 🎼🎺

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Historical tours for the winter and spring are on sale now!

🎭 Tuesday, January 21 @ 1pm
🎭 Wednesday, February 12 @ 2pm
🎭 Thursday, April 17 @ 1pm

Tours are limited in availability and regularly sell out - don't wait on getting your tickets! → https://t.co/IqcWNhSSaH

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Happy Election Day, Boston! If you haven't done so already, make sure you get out and #Vote!

Check out these voter resources! → https://t.co/fmf8GmtKkV

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ONE WEEK! Next Sunday, November 10, we welcome @BostLyricOpera to the Colonial for their gala presentation of AIDA!

This event is almost sold out! Get your tickets now - while you still can! 🎼 → https://t.co/9qikE4k6bG

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TONIGHT! We can't wait to welcome @HarvardBooks to the Colonial for a special conversation with Louise Penny - moderated by @timtalksbooks - about her latest novel THE GREY WOLF! 📚🐺

Limited tickets still available → https://t.co/wEwAhXLR1p.

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This November, we have something for everyone! We hope to see you at the Colonial this month!

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Happy Halloween! We're celebrating this spooky day with a sneak peek at INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR, coming to the Colonial this March 7 & 8!

Secure your seats now and brace yourself for the scare of a lifetime! Get tickets now! → https://t.co/MdL2HqIPBG

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We may be biased, but we really do love autumn at the Colonial! 🍂 🍁

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Step into a world of wonder with PINOCCHIO: THE MUSICAL!

This world premiere - named a Critics' Pick by @BostonGlobe - comes to the Colonial for six performances ONLY this November 14 - 17. Get tickets now! → https://t.co/T7vqAzeLYx

🎥 @pinocchio2024

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Halloween is on Thursday, and for anyone who still doesn't have their costume planned, we've got you covered! Take a look at our costume ideas inspired by upcoming productions at the Colonial! 🎃 👻

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It's time to #CountTheCherubs!

We're moving into our gorgeous Orchestra Lounge to see how many more we can find. 👼

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FUN FACT: a 2010 Broadway Revival of PROMISES, PROMISES featured Kristin Chenoweth, who starred in The Queen of Versailles at the Colonial! (5/5)

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COLONIAL THEATRE HISTORY: On this day in 1968, the pre-Broadway tryout of PROMISES, PROMISES completed its run at the Colonial. The cast featured Jerry Orbach, Kelly Bishop, Baayork Lee, and Donna McKechnie. (1/5) #colonialtheatrehistory #promisespromises #turkeylurkeytime

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The production also brought Bennett and Avian to the Colonial, who would later go on to achieve acclaim for their work on hits like A CHORUS LINE and COMPANY. The pair returned to the Colonial in 1971 to co-direct and choreograph the pre-Broadway tryout of FOLLIES. (4/5)

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TONIGHT! The antici....pation is over: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, featuring Nell Campbell and the Full Body Cast, crash lands at the Colonial!

Please note: Prop bags will be available for purchase at the theatre!

We can't wait to do the time warp with all of YOU!

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NOW ON SALE! Brace yourself for the scare of a lifetime: INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR will haunt the Colonial this March 7 & 8!

Check out this bone-chilling article in @FANGORIA to learn more about this live immersive horror experience! https://t.co/e4i7sNCqyD