Emerson Colonial Theatre
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Arguably the birthplace of musical theatre. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky! @emersoncolonial
Boston, MA
Joined June 2017
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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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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PROMISES, PROMISES opened on Broadway at the Shubert Theatre on December 1, 1968, and ran for a total of 1,281 performances. The original Broadway production was nominated for eight Tony Awards. (3/5)
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The show’s Act 1 closer “Turkey Lurkey Time” was initially received poorly by Boston audiences. Following the opening performance, Michael Bennett and Bob Avian reworked the choreography, transforming the song into the high-energy, cult classic dance number known today. (2/5)
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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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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!
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It isn't a movie and it's not a play. Spend the evening with Specs and Tucker, the Lipstick Face Demon, and other iconic characters from the INSIDIOUS franchise! Get your tickets to the INSIDIOUS...
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