Arts Emerson

The World on Stage
Emerson College, 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
617 824-8000 | artsemerson.org

Arts Emerson showcases performances from all over the world, providing new opportunities to experience culturally enriching theatre, film, and music in the heart of Boston's historic Theatre District. The performances are staged at the newly refurbished Paramount Center and the Cutler Majestic Theater, two of Boston’s finest playhouses. ArtsEmerson is committed to bringing many of the world’s legendary and pioneering artists to Boston, presenting work from this country and abroad.

Bank of America Pavilion

290 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02210
617 728-1600 | livenation.com

Located on Boston’s scenic waterfront, the Bank of America Pavilion is an outdoor concert facility that schedules some of the top shows in the music industry, from crooner Tony Bennett to Crosby, Stills and Nash. There is always a strong Irish dimension to the summer schedule, ranging from the Chieftains and the Irish Tenors to the Corrs, Celtic Woman, Elvis Costello and Van Morrison.

Blackstone River Theatre

549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI 02864
401-725-9272 | russell@riverfolk.org | riverfolk.org

Blackstone River Theatre, a nonprofit cultural arts center where the music, dance and folk arts traditions of the Blackstone Valley come to life, presents weekly music concerts, monthly folk dances and children's events, and special events on a year-round basis.

Boston Symphony Hall

Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617 638-9345 Tel | 617 638-9436 Fax | bso.org

Perhaps the most enduring symbols of Boston’s cultural richness, the Boston Pops and Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) play the best music to be found anywhere. The BSO’s classical season runs from September-May, before it retires to Tanglewood for the summer, while the legendary Boston Pops runs from May-July and includes the Fourth of July concert on the Esplanade, an occasion enjoyed by people throughout the world.

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival

Look Park
300 North Main Street, Florence (Northampton), MA 01062
413 862-8095 or 413 862-4539 | glasgowlands.org

The annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival is a celebration of Celtic cultures, food, music and crafts. Held at Look Park, Northampton every 3rd Saturday of July. Attendees come from all over the East Coast and Canada. Special events include Highland Dance, Athletic, and Pipe & Drum competitions. The entertainment stage features nationally known artists.
Purchase tickets here.

Huntington Theatre Company

264 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617 266-0800 | 617 353-8300 Fax | huntingtontheatre.org

Now celebrating its 30th season in 2011-12, Huntington Theatre Company engages, inspires, entertains and challenges audiences with theatrical productions ranging from the classics to new works.  Huntington trains and supports the next generation of theatre artists; provides arts education programs to a diverse community; and celebrates the essential power of the theatre to illuminate our common humanity. Huntington's relationship with Boston University remains its primary strategic and programmatic partnership.

Irish Cultural Centre of New England

200 New Boston Drive, Canton, MA 02021
781 821-8295 | irishculture.org | bostonirishfestival.info

The region’s largest Irish organization, the Irish Cultural Centre of New England is a state-of-the-art, 46-acre facility with year round cultural, educational, literary and athletic activities for its 4,500 members. Its hosts an annual Boston Irish Festival each June, a summer camp for children, an annual golf tournament, seasonal events year round and more.

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum

Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
617 514-1600 | jfklibrary.org
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
$12 Adults, Seniors 62 yrs. & Students $10, Youths 13-17 $9, Kids Free.

The Kennedy Library and Museum is the nation’s official memorial to John F. Kennedy, 35th president of the United States and the descendent of Irish immigrants who came to Boston during the Irish Famine of the 1840s. The museum/library sits on a 10 acre waterfront site offering panoramic views of Boston Harbor and Boston’s skyline. (9-5 daily).

Lowell Summer Music Series

Boarding House Park
40 French Street, Lowell, MA 01853
978 970-5200 | lowellsummermusic.org

Part of the Lowell National Historic Park, Boarding House Park is an outdoor venue perfect for summer concerts in this historic mill city. The series runs from June through September and features a great mix of folk, rock, world, jazz, blues and Celtic music. Season passes available - - click here.
Full line up of shows here.

Mechanics Hall

321 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
508 752-5608 | Tickets: 508 752-0888
info@mechanicshall.org | mechanicshall.org

Mechanics Hall, located in downtown Worcester and known for its marvelous acoustics, is considered one of the world's great concert halls. In addition to hosting scores of concerts and recording sessions, it is a favorite setting for weddings, black tie affairs, meetings and conferences and educational and political events.

Passim

47 Palmer Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-492-5300 | info@passim.org |
passim.org | tickets.passim.org

Passim is a nonprofit arts organization in Harvard Square, Cambridge, dedicated to creating an interactive and inspiring music experience for all. Passim is committed to building a vibrant community for artists, students and audience members. Programs include its legendary listening venue (established as the Club 47 in 1948), the Passim School of Music, The BCMFest Session, the Iguana Music Fund, and more. CALL FOR PERFORMERS: The BCMFest Session will celebrate its 10th anniversary (Jan 11-12), and is looking for performers to mark the occasion. Click here to download and fill out an application form (deadline July 10).

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston

617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
781 891-5600 | reaglemusictheatre.org

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston is an award-winning regional theater company that features Broadway stars performing alongside local talent. The 44-year-old non-profit organization operates year-round, producing major musicals each summer, spectacular seasonal revues, and celebrity concerts featuring legendary entertainers. Stars who have appeared at Reagle include John Davidson, Robert Goulet, Shirley Jones, Patti LuPone, Ann Margaret, Andrea McArdle, Lee Meriwether, Sarah Pfisterer, Debbie Reynolds, Sally Struthers, Tommy Tune, Leslie Uggams, Joanne Worley, and Rachel York.

Roxbury Center for Arts at Hibernian Hall

Madison Park Development Corporation
184 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
617-849-6322 | dbustin@madison-park.org

Hibernian Hall has a rich history of service to Roxbury since it was built in 1913 by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and served as the hub of social activity for Boston’s Irish community for nearly 50 years. Reopened in 2005 as the Roxbury Center for the Arts at Hibernian Hall, the facility has a two-story performance space and ballroom with an adjacent caterer's kitchen and conference center.

Wilbur Theatre

246 Tremont Street
Boston MA 02116
1-800-745-3000 | thewilbur.com

The historic Wilbur Theatre is the ultimate destination for comedy and music in Boston. The theatre originally opened in 1915 but has been recently revitalized, and today it is a must for anyone looking to kick back and have a good laugh or catch top national live music in the heart of Boston's historic theater district.

Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre

19 Temple Street Worcester, MA 01604
508 792-3700 | Events.fiddlersgreen@gmail.com
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Located in the heart of Worcester in the newly revived Canal District, the Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre offers a wide variety of events including world class musicians, speakers, local theater and traditional sessiuns as well as a beautiful, authentic Irish pub and restaurant.