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Best Musicals This Winter

in Boston

Dear Evan Hansen at Hanover Theatre

Dear Evan Hansen

Following its hugely successful run at Broadway's Music Box Theater, this darkly comic musical is touring across the country once more. The six-time Tony-winning, poignant and thought-provoking production has received rave reviews from critics for its unexpectedly touching portrayal of misunderstood youth, young love, and the search for acceptance, with a score from the composing team behind 2017's Academy Award-winning La-La Land, Benj Pasek, and Justin Paul.

Jan 10 - 12, 2025

Hanover Theatre

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Funny Girl at Citizens Bank Opera House

Funny Girl

Classic musical theatre lovers will be overjoyed to hear that Jules Stein and Bob Merill's iconic show, Funny Girl, is heading out on tour! Telling the autobiographical tale of comedian Fanny Brice, who found fame in the early 20th century. Funny Girl is a humorous and heartful ride through Brice's life, showing that despite her problems, her wit, and smarts kept her own parade going!

Six at Emerson Colonial Theater

Six

Henry VIII's six wives are stepping out from his shadow and into the spotlight! Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, this musical celebration of 16th-century girl power debuted on the West End in 2018 to fantastic reviews. With an infectious songbook and costumes to make Gaga jealous, this outstanding and multi-award-winning show pushes the boundaries of musical theatre. Nominated for ten Drama Desk Awards and the recipient of two 2022 Tony Awards!

Frozen at The Music Hall

Frozen

There's an icy treat in store for audiences this season! Bringing the stunning landscapes of Arandelle to the stage, join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and more for this exciting production of Disney's mammoth hit. With a newly conceived staging that includes glittering new sets and costumes, this is set to be all the fun of the movie and then some!

How The Grinch Stole Christmas at Wang Theater

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Re-discover the magic of Dr. Seuss' classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Originally conceived by the three-time Tony Award winning Director Jack O'Brien, the whimsical world of Whoville is beautifully brought to life in this delightfully funny musical. Featuring the hit songs 'You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch' and 'Welcome Christmas', this beloved tale comes to life on stage in a magical production for the entire family... well, probably best to leave your own four-legged family members at home!

Dec 10 - 23

Wang Theater

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The Cher Show at Hanover Theatre

The Cher Show

Get ready to turn back time as the Tony-winning The Cher Show hits the stage this year featuring Kara Chandler! With the iconic songstress having given her blessing, this brand new mega-musical charts Cher's rise to superstardom. Full to the brim with all our favorite Cher hits, and Bob Mackie's Tony-winning costumes, this glitzy musical will make you fall in love with our rhinestone-wearing, leather-loving queen all over again!

Feb 14 - 16, 2025

Hanover Theatre

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Peter Pan at Citizens Bank Opera House

Peter Pan

Second star on the left and straight on til morning! Prepare to soar with Peter Pan, the musical, based on the magical play by JM Barrie. The story of the boy who never grew up and his wonderful home, Neverland, Peter Pan will always be the ultimate childhood dream! Befriending fairies and battling nefarious pirates, when Peter flies in through Wendy Darling's window, there is no predicting what sort of enchanting adventure is to follow.

Jan 21, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025

Citizens Bank Opera House

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Cat Kid Comic Club - The Musical at Emerson Colonial Theater

Cat Kid Comic Club - The Musical

A cat and a pollywog aren't a team you'd expect to see, but here they are. Dav Pilkey's Cat Kid Comic Club has been adapted into a musical, written by the dynamic duo that brought you Dog Man: The Musical, Kevin del Aguila and Brad Alexander. Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical is a hilarious and exciting story perfect for your little ones, so get your tickets now and bring them along!

A Christmas Carol at North Shore Music Theatre

A Christmas Carol

Since its premiere in 1989, North Shore Theatre's very own award-winning annual holiday production of A Christmas Carol has spread Yuletide cheer throughout the local community and become a festive tradition in its own right. Prepare for a magical evening of classic storytelling, astonishing special effects and classic old-timey carols including God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen and We Wish You A Merry Christmas.

Diary of a Tap Dancer at American Repertory Theater

Diary of a Tap Dancer

Renowned tap dancer Ayodele Casel choreographs a stunning journey through tap dance, in this world premiere of Diary of a Tap Dancer! Part-autobiographical, part-homage to other pioneering women in the world of tap dance, don't miss this joyful production celebrating the beauty, skill and pure power of tap, both now and in years past!

Disney's Frozen: The Musical at The Music Hall

Disney's Frozen: The Musical

Disney's latest Broadway smash hit is heading out on a national tour! Following a storming success on Broadway, and earning three Tony nominations in the process, Elsa, Anna, Olaf and Kristoff head out across North America to bring the magic of Frozen to you and your family. With incredible puppetry, choreography and your favorite songs, the stage musical harnesses the fun, love, and wow-factor of the 2013 movie in all its glory, and then adds some!