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The Antiquities

The Antiquities

Speakeasy Stage at Boston Center for the Arts

In the not-so-distant future, a team of curators at the Museum of Late Human Antiquities painstakingly reconstruct the past: vinyl records, yoga mats, even grief itself. But as their exhibit grows, so do the cracks in their understanding of what it meant to be human. Jordan Harrison's The Antiquities is a haunting and surprisingly funny meditation on memory, extinction, and the strangeness of humanity.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Simons Theatre

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings is a high-energy, candlelit concert that flips golden-era hip-hop into lush, cinematic arrangements performed live by a string quartet, letting iconic hooks and beats hit with fresh drama and surprising emotion. Over about an hour, you'll hear crowd-pleasing medleys celebrating legends like Fugees and Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Nas, Outkast, Missy Elliott, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., and Dr. Dre-plus a full-string take on Snoop Dogg's "Gin and Juice"-creating an immersive night that feels equal parts nostalgic, elegant, and electrifying under the warm glow of candlelight.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Old South Church

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons is a high-energy, candlelit concert that transforms two arena-sized catalogs into lush, cinematic string arrangements, performed live by the Metropolis String Quartet for an immersive hour of soaring melodies and big emotional payoffs. The program moves through fan favorites like Coldplay's "Clocks," "Adventure of a Lifetime," "Fix You," "The Scientist," "Viva la Vida," and "A Sky Full of Stars," alongside Imagine Dragons hits including "Radioactive," "Eyes Closed," "Nice to Meet You," "Follow You," "Bad Liar," and "Believer," creating a "best of both worlds" evening where familiar choruses feel intimate, dramatic, and completely reimagined under the glow of candlelight.

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

Huntington Theatre

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi is an intimate, candlelit concert that celebrates the sweeping, instantly recognizable melodies of Joe Hisaishi-best known for his iconic film music in the Studio Ghibli universe-reimagined for string quartet in a warm, cinematic setting where every theme feels close enough to breathe. Over the course of the program, Listeso's quartet moves from soaring adventure to tender lullaby and quiet wonder, featuring beloved selections from Nausica? of the Valley of the Wind, Castle in the Sky, My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, Ponyo, and Howl's Moving Castle, creating a nostalgic journey that's as transportive for longtime fans as it is enchanting for first-time listeners.

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings

Old South Church

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings invites you to step into Middle-earth as a live string quartet brings the iconic music of the film trilogy to life in a warmly lit setting surrounded by a sea of flickering candles. Over the course of the concert, sweeping heroic themes and intimate, haunting melodies trace the saga's emotional journey-from the Shire's cozy wonder to the shadow and triumph of the final chapters-featuring beloved moments like "Concerning Hobbits," "The Riders of Rohan," and "Into the West," reimagined with chamber-music elegance and cinematic punch. Designed as a special anniversary tribute, it's an immersive, goosebump-inducing night that feels like traveling with the Fellowship-one glowing note at a time.

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

Greater Boston Stage Company

Step into the magical world of ABBA as the Candlelight concert series reimagines the Swedish supergroup's timeless pop anthems in an intimate setting illuminated by the soft glow of hundreds of candles. This unique 60-minute musical experience brings together the beloved hits of one of pop music's most successful bands with the innovative Candlelight format that has captivated audiences worldwide, creating a multi-sensory atmosphere where sight and sound combine in perfect harmony. The talented Rasa String Quartet brings their classical expertise to ABBA's iconic catalog, performing beloved songs including "Dancing Queen," "Mamma Mia," "The Winner Takes It All," "Waterloo," "Super Trouper," and "Fernando," among others, transforming these disco-era classics into elegant string arrangements that reveal new dimensions in these familiar melodies.

Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny

Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny

Huntington Theatre

Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny is a vibrant, candlelit concert that reimagines the global superstar's biggest reggaet?n and Latin-pop hits in lush, cinematic string arrangements, turning club-ready grooves into something surprisingly intimate and emotional. In a room lit by hundreds of flickering candles, a live quartet guides you through fan favorites like "NUEVAYol," "Si Estuviesemos Juntos," "La Canci?n," "La Noche de Anoche," "Yonaguni," "Moscow Mule," "Calla?ta," "Ojitos Lindos," "Me Porto Bonito," "Tit? Me Pregunt?," "un 100xto," and more-capturing the swagger, romance, and late-night energy of Bad Bunny's catalog with a fresh classical twist.

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

Old South Church

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles reimagines two legendary catalogs through the lush sound of a live string quartet, wrapped in the warm glow of hundreds of candles. Over the course of the evening, beloved Beatles melodies and Queen anthems are transformed into soaring, cinematic arrangements-moving effortlessly from tender ballads to stadium-sized hooks-so you can hear familiar songs in a fresh, intimate way. Expect a thoughtfully curated set that includes favorites like "Here Comes the Sun," "Yesterday," and "All You Need Is Love," alongside Queen classics such as "We Will Rock You," "We Are the Champions," and "Bohemian Rhapsody," all delivered with Candlelight's signature atmosphere.

The Roommate

The Roommate

Trinity Repertory Company

Sharon is recently divorced and needs a roommate to share her home. Robyn needs a place to hide and a chance to start over. As Sharon begins to uncover Robyn's secrets, her own deep-seated desires to transform her life begin to emerge. Uproariously funny and unexpectedly poignant, The Roommate is a story about a life-changing friendship between two very different women as they navigate the complexities of identity, morality, and second acts.

To Kill A Mockingbird

To Kill A Mockingbird

Umbrella Center For the Arts

Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression, where Scout and her brother, Jem, live with their widowed father, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young Black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community, teaching young Scout about prejudice, compassion and the courage to do what is right. This hard-hitting work is an all-new production of Harper Lee?s story that is timeless, lingering, and searingly relevant.

A View from the Bridge

A View from the Bridge

Apollinaire Theatre Company at Chelsea Theatre Works

Arthur Miller's A View from the Bridge explores the complex reality of the immigrant experience and the pursuit of the American Dream. In an Italian enclave where loyalty is everything, forbidden desire wracks a family and their tight-knit community.

Wait Until Dark

Wait Until Dark

Greater Boston Stage Company

This thrilling new adaptation of the classic mystery is a cat-and-mouse story filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Set in 1944 Greenwich Village, Wait Until Dark follows Susan Hendrix, a blind but resourceful woman, as she faces off against a trio of men who menace her within her own apartment. As the tension builds, Susan realizes that her blindness may be the key to her escape?but she must wait until nightfall for the chilling conclusion to unfold.

The Winter's Tale

The Winter's Tale

Trinity Repertory Company

A freewheeling blend of comedy and tragedy, Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale is a journey through jealousy, redemption, and second chances. In a fit of unfounded jealousy, King Leontes accuses his wife, Hermione, of infidelity, leading to heart-wrenching consequences. Sixteen years later, a kismet romance blossoms, sparking reconciliation in the most magical of circumstances. The Bard's dynamic play is directed by the co-artistic director of Fiasco Theater. The New York Times dubbed this acclaimed Off-Broadway company, created by Brown/Trinity Rep alumni, as "a force to reckon with in the American Theater."