The Citi Performing Arts Center includes Wang Theatre and The Shubert Theatre. Everything from Broadway shows with New York casts to famous mainstream musicians are presented here, along with other theater, music, dance, and opera productions. Student discounts available for some shows. For a full listing of shows, times and prices, click here. CPAC is also home to the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company that stages the annual free 'Shakespeare on the Common'. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

The Colonial Theatre presents productions of Broadway musicals as part of Broadway in Boston. Built in 1900, it is the oldest continually operating theater in Boston. There’s not a bad seat at the Colonial Theatre. A throwback to an era when live performance was revered, the Colonial is cozier than the nearby Boston Opera House—with minimal leg room between seats—but that’s a good thing. At a recent performance of “Sweeney Todd,” an upper mezzanine seat felt like being in the front row. Upcoming shows include “Mamma Mia!” and the always-controversial “Avenue Q.” Here's more info: National companies, Broadway shows and an occasional concert perform in the 1700-seat Colonial. The theater also hosts pre-Broadway tryouts. Tickets $50-70. Reservations needed. Student rush tickets ($25) are available 1hr before showtime except on F and Sa. Patrons in wheelchairs (and 1 companion) can call ahead for half-price orchestra seating.This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Historic Wang Theatre is a beautifully restored performing space. With over 3600 seats, it hosts a dynamic range of dance, music and theatre. Wang Theatre along with The The Shubert Theatre comprise the Citi Performing Arts Center. photo: Noah Kern The Wang Center is a large, elegant performing arts venue in the heart of the theatre district, showing everything from free movies on Monday evenings (check out Movie Mondays) to Boston Ballet and touring Broadway shows. November 26 to December 18, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the Musical prices range: $28 to $150

Originally built as a cinema in 1970, the Stuart Street Playhouse was converted into a live performance space called the 57 Theater in the summer of 1996. In the fall of 2000, the Theater was renamed Stuart Street Playhouse and showcased the long running hit I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change. Showing now, or coming up, the Stuart Street Playhouse will present RFK, A Portrait of Robert F. Kennedy.

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

In a city known for its stellar comics—-ranging from Paula Poundstone to Barry Crimmins to Jimmy Tingle—-The Tribe Theater offers its unique spin to the Hub’s comedic legacy. Each night’s show features a rotating 30-minute set coupled with a round-robin group of improv ensembles who perform different sketches each week. The lineup includes Damn Skippy (up-and-coming newcomers), New England Family (comedian from the Northeast region) and Spinning Hardcore (a punk band from Ohio). Also, the Tribe boasts a full bar.

Designed by Clarence Blackall in 1914, the Wilbur has staged a number of world premieres. Past performers include Marlon Brando, Anne Bancroft, and Henry Fonda. Admission $30-60. Student and senior half-price tickets for mid-week matinees are available. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

The Wilbur, modeled after a stately residence on Beacon Hill, was the first Boston theatre to have a lounge where patrons could mingle and enjoy refreshments. However, after 93 years of packed houses and standing ovations, the midsize, 1,200-seat Wilbur Theatre is currently for sale by the Tremont Entertainment Enterprises group after two decades of ownership.

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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.