Acrobat and artist Aurélia Thierrée (also Charlie Chaplin's granddaughter) presents a topsy-turvy world of surreal surprises, tricks, and transformations, where dreams come to life and the impossible happens before your very eyes. Inspired by old music hall and variety acts, Aurélia's Oratorio is an ideal holiday treat for the whole family. Learn more...
Aurelia's Oratorio: the Fantasy Acrobatics of Aurélia Thierrée
American Repertory Theatre - Loeb Drama Center (Cambridge, MA)
The Boston Conservatory Dance Theater's Spring Concert
The Boston Conservatory Theater (Boston, MA)
The Boston Conservatory Dance Theater performs with The Boston Conservatory Orchestra, under the direction of Beatric Affron, conductor. The program features David Lichine's light-hearted and youthful Graduation Ball, staged by Ellen O'Reilly and Leslie Woodies, and a premiere by guest artist and renowned contemporary choreographer Kathryn Posin. Learn more...
Boston Ballet's The Nutcracker - A Must-See Family Holiday Event
Boston Opera House (Boston, MA)
Boston Ballet's annual production of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Join Clara on her magical journey through an enchanted winter wonderland to a palace of sugary confections. Boston Ballet's production features a large cast, lavish costumes, a live orchestra and a magical Christmas tree that grows from 16 to 30 feet, right before your eyes. Learn more...
The Christmas Revels: Traditional English Yuletide Celebrations
Sanders Theatre at Harvard University (Cambridge, MA)
Harvard's Sanders theatre hosts the 38th Annual Christmas Revels. This unique celebration of the holiday season features traditional music, country dances, mummers, sing-alongs, and more rollicking entertainment based on English winter traditions. This year's guest performers include England's Mellstock Band, and the program is inspired by the works of Thomas Hardy. Learn more...
Massenet's Fairy Tale Opera Cendrillon (Cinderella)
The Boston Conservatory Theater (Boston, MA)
Cendrillon (Cinderella), an opera by French composer Jules Massenet based on the beloved fairy tale, tells the familair story of Cinderella, Prince Charming and the Fairy Godmother -- with a few surprises. With its rich and varied music from different classical traditions combined with Massenet's wit, Cendrillon has remained one of opera's most accessible and enjoyed works. Learn more...