If you’re lucky enough to snag a seat at the Boston Opera House, you’ll be overwhelmed by the Edith Wharton-esque beauty and gilded opulence of one of the most sublime theaters in Boston. The opera house got its not-so-humble beginnings on Huntington Ave. in 1901. The current locale is the renovated B.F. Keith theater which was once a downtown hotspot for films and vaudeville shows. Now, after $30 million worth of touchups, the Grande Dame of Washington Street hosts Broadway-style musicals ranging from “Wicked” to an upcoming production of “A Chorus Line” (Sept. 11 until Oct. 5) followed by "Legally Blonde" (Oct. 28 to Sunday, Nov. 9). And starting with the 2009 season, the Opera house will be the proud resident stage of the Boston Ballet. Don't miss Boston Ballet's annual presentation of the Nutcracker during the holiday season, which opens on November 29th-Dec. 24th, 2008

Nineteen screens, all-digital sound, stadium seating, giant fiberglass popcorn kernels—what more could you ask for? Weekday shows before 6pm and weekend shows before 2pm, $7.25. Evening shows M-Th $9.75, F-Su and holidays $10.25. Advance tix available online at Fandango.com. Show your student ID M-Th for $8.50 tickets. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

It's the WEEKEND. You have a mission: get lost, get crazy, get wild... That's the vibe of this place. Felt Boston offers four floors of unmatched entertainment, featuring a dining room, upscale billiard lounges, two private function rooms, multiple bars and an ultra modern nightclub on the top level. Mini burgers cost $1 each on weekdays from 4pm to 7pm; patrons enjoy free pool Mondays through Wednesdays from 4pm to 7pm. The third-floor balcony gives those waiting to shoot a chance to spy on the games (and people) below.

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This restaurant turned bar/dance club makes an ideal date spot, whether you're in the mood for dinner-and-a-movie (Loews Boston Common is just down the street) or bacchanalian revels (DJ F and Sa, 10pm-2am, 21+, $10 cover). Appetizers ($7-11) include cilantro ginger calamari, a Mediterranean tapas plate, and a Thai style chicken tenders plate ($8). Entrees ($11-22) range from seafood to salads; the filet mignon ($22) is a must-have meal, though other options, like the Pizza Special of the day ($12), are just as delectable. West Street Grille's reliably good food, excellent service, and soothing décor will undoubtedly please. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Limelight offers a variety of entertainment opportunities for music lovers of all ages and abilities, from open mic night to karaoke "boxes", as well as family days, children's vocal instruction, song camps, and other family-friendly activities. There is also a studio for recording CDs or DVDs. You may want to consider hosting your child's birthday party here, too. Limelight offers different options, from having an emcee host the party to an instructor give a lesson in singing. Limelight also offers week-long summer camps.

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$25 Student Rush tickets to participating shows at the Colonial Theatre, Wilbur Theatre, and Opera House productions (cash only; 1 ticket per student with ID)