Boston Events

Best of November 2009

Address: Boston Center for the Arts, The Cyclorama • 539 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 Category: Gallery Event - Exhibit Dates: November 12 - November 15, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

One of Boston's most sought-after events, the International Fine Art Show features art from more than 40 galleries in the US, Europe, and Canada and is a one-of-a-kind event in New England. If you just can't wait for the show itself, the preview party lets you get a first glimpse of the works and features fine food,...

Address: Colonial Theatre • 106 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116 Category: Performance - Theater - Musical Dates: November 17 - November 22, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Like Sesame Street for adults, Avenue Q is not your average puppet show. The three-time Tony-award winning production follows the tenants of New York City's Avenue Q and explores how life got in the way of their big dreams. But, don't let the puppet cast fool you – this show is not for kids. In fact, it's recommended...

Address: Sanders Theatre • 45 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA 02138 Category: Literary Event - Other Dates: November 14, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Perhaps the most accomplished American musical theater artist of our time, Stephen Sondheim has given us West Side Story, Gypsy, and Sweeney Todd. In a rare public appearance, Sondheim discusses his career, his craft, and his many collaborations, including those with Leonard Bernstein. New York Times columnist and...

Address: Boston Opera House • 539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02108 Category: Performance - Dance - Ballet Dates: November 27 - December 27, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

When The Nutcracker makes its premiere each fall, you know that Christmas is on the way. Revisit the magic of the holidays through the eyes of children as you're whisked away to a winter wonderland filled with toys, sweets, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. This year's show features 250 children from the Boston Ballet School,...

Address: New England Aquarium • 1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 Category: Class / Lecture - Cooking / Culinary Dates: November 10, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

It's not often you can learn to cook from an award-winning celebrity chef – well, yeah if you watch the Food Network – but how often do you get to taste the food afterwards? The New England Aquarium celebrates seafood conservation and taste with Husbands, author of The Fearless Chef and the brains behind Tremont 647....

Address: Lowell Memorial Auditorium • 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA 01852 Category: Performance - Concert / Music - Rock / Metal Dates: November 21, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Do you long for the days before Cherry Garcia, when long beards were in style and tie-dye was cool? Well, Dark Star Orchestra can give that back to you, if only for one night. The Chicago-based band not only plays Grateful Dead songs but accurately recreates one of the band's 2,500 historic performances each night....

Address: Wang Theatre • 270 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 Category: Performance - Concert / Music - Oldies Dates: November 7, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

You own the records, and you've seen Jersey Boys – now, it's time for the real deal. On the heels of the hit Broadway show about his life and fame, Frankie Valli is working his way back to you. Hear the high-pitched American icon sing your favorite tunes, including "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," and "Walk Like a...

Address: Wilbur Theatre • 246 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 Category: Performance - Comedy - Stand-up Dates: November 13, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

You've seen her in the cult film Romy and Michele's High School Reunion, and you've watched her in the classic film The Truth About Cats & Dogs. Now's your chance to see her live! Garofalo is taking it back to where it all began with a stand-up act chock full of dry humor and sarcastic comments. So, break out your...

Address: TD Garden • 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02214 Category: Performance - Concert / Music - Pop / Top 40 Dates: November 9, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Shedding her Hannah Montana identity, Miley Cyrus embarks on her first tour without her alter ego. Promoting her latest album, Breakout, with the hit song "The Climb," Cyrus stops in Boston with guest performer Metro Station. Come see the 16-year-old teen sensation, who's also Billy Ray Cyrus's legacy and a Golden...

Address: New England Aquarium • 1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 Category: Children's / Family Event - Class Dates: November 7 - November 21, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Imagine waking up surrounded by jellyfish swaying all around you. Sounds like you're still dreaming, right? Well, thanks to the New England Aquarium Family Sleepover, it can be reality. Spend the day playing games, watching IMAX movies, and learning about aquatic life. Then, spend the night in the Amazing Jellies...