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

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.

Having celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2003, the Majestic is the second-oldest theater in Boston's Theater District. It was reopened by Emerson College in 1989 as the first Broadway-quality stage owned and operated by a college. The Majestic hosts professional groups like the Boston Lyric Opera as well as near-professional quality (but much less expensive) productions by Emerson students and the New England Conservatory. Ticket prices range widely and some rush tickets are available. Wheelchair-accessible. Purchase tickets at the box office, online at www.telecharge.com or at 800-233-3123. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. The Majestic was also recently renovated (around the time of its anniversary) and brought back to its former glory.

The Shubert Theatre, along with Wang Theatre, join together to make Citi Performing Arts Center. Known as Boston Theatre District's "Little Princess", this restored, 1500-seat theatre is home to the Boston Lyric Opera and hosts an eclectic range of touring groups. Together with the Wang Theatre, these theatres comprise the Citi Performing Arts Center. photo: c/o Citi Performing Arts Center website Box office hours: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm

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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Gift shop and central stop for the Old Town Trolley tours that offers “transportainment” to thousands of tourists who visit the Hub. The Old Town offers fully narrated tours and the trolleys circulates throughout the city from Back Bay to the New England Aquarium to the Boston Common. What’s great about Old Town Trolley Tour of Boston is that you can hop on and off at any of their 18 destinations scattered throughout the city.

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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.

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.