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The Wilbur Theatre

246 Tremont Street
Boston , MA 02116
617-248-9700

Website: thewilburtheatre.com

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The historic Wilbur Theatre is now the ultimate destination for comedy and music in Boston. The theatre was originally opened in 1915 but has been recently revitalized by former Comedy Connection owner Bill Blumenreich starting in July 2008. Most every week features A-list talent in the world of comedy from Joel McHale and Jimmy Fallon to Bill Maher and Joan Rivers; as well as the world of music with Gavin Degraw and Kris Kristofferson to TV on the Radio and Broken Social Scene . The Wilbur Theatre 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.

The Wilbur Theatre was built in 1914 by the Shubert brothers who named it for their friend and theatre manager A.L. Wilbur. It was built on the site of the former Winthrop School for Girls. The Wilbur was the first Boston theatre to draw its inspiration from American Colonial architecture rather than from European sources. It was designed by architect Clarence H. Blackall. To ensure authenticity, the porticos on the front of the theatre were copied directly from the 1837 Thomas Bailey Midrich House at 59 Mt. Vernon Street on Beacon Hill. This Federal Revival style is characterized by a quiet simplicity and intimate, almost home-like atmosphere. Architectural historian Douglas Tucci said of the Wilbur, "The auditorium is in its chaste way the handsomest of any Boston playhouse."

Parking Info:
The Wilbur Theatre will validate patron's parking tickets for $10 parking at the Archstone Garage, The Archstone Parking Garage is located at 660 Washington Street Boston, MA. The Box Office is open Monday through Saturday from 12:00PM to 6:00PM

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	Kelly Rowland and The-Dream Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 29, 2013 Multi-Grammy® award winning artists Kelly Rowland and The-Dream have teamed up to co-headline The Lights Out Tour. Stopping in major cities across the United States and Canada, the two will be performing various fan favorites as well as new music off their highly anticipated albums. This tour will mark the first time that both artists have... Kelly Rowland and The-Dream Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 29, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Spank: The Fifty Shades Parody Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 29-June 1, 2013 The new show, produced by Mills Entertainment, is a musical parody of Fifty Shades of Grey, the risqué novel which recently surpassed Harry Potter to become the fastest selling paperback of all time. Michael Mills, producer of SPANK!, says audience members can expect “a laugh-filled evening that captures all the escapist fun... Spank: The Fifty Shades Parody Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 29-June 1, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	The Dandy Warhols Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 2, 2013 Twenty-thirteen marks the thirteenth anniversary of what we ’round these parts like to call The Last Great Classic Rock Album, one slab of plastic and ink labeled Thirteen Tales From Urban Bohemia. You guys know that one, right? To celebrate the occasion, and in anticipation of the forthcoming reissue on cd, vinyl and ltd... The Dandy Warhols Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 2, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Tab Benoit and the Voice of the Wetlands All Stars Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 6, 2013 Louisiana’s #1 roots music export and Grammy nominee Tab Benoit has assembled a stellar ensemble of fellow New Orleans musicians, including N.O. Legends, The Meters and Neville Brothers, Cyril Neville, fiddler Waylon Thibodeaux, influential New Orleans drummer Johnny Vidacovich, harmonica/accordion player Jumpin’ Johnny Sansone, and... Tab Benoit and the Voice of the Wetlands All Stars Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 6, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Devendra Banhart Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 7, 2013 Devendra Banhart emerged seemingly out of nowhere in 2002 with his first CD collection, Oh Me Oh My…The Way the Day Goes By the Sun Is Setting Dogs Are Dreaming Lovesongs of the Christmas Spirit, compiled by Swans frontman Michael Gira from homemade recordings Banhart had amassed as he traveled the world. He was born Devendra Obi... Devendra Banhart Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 7, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)

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Event Name: Stephen Lynch
"A laugh riot with all the wicked fun of his..."
Comment posted by: Clam Chop from USA, Mar 18, 2013

A laugh riot with all the wicked fun of his Comedy Central specials, but interactive! Lynch and his back-up trio cheerfully defiled pretty much everybody with songs both old ("My Name is Satan"... Expand

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A laugh riot with all the wicked fun of his Comedy Central specials, but interactive! Lynch and his back-up trio cheerfully defiled pretty much everybody with songs both old ("My Name is Satan" "Vanilla Ice Cream") and new ("Lorelei" "Tattoo" and "Whiskey Dick"), and clocking in just shy of three hours, still left the audience screaming for more. Now THAT is a comedy professional! In a nutshell:Stephen Lynch is one sick MuthaF*kr. Don't miss him when he comes to a theater near you! Collapse

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Event Name: Standing in the Shadows of Motown LIVE! Feat. Peabo Bryson, Leela James & James Jamerson Jr.
"Fantastic Show loved the music and everything..."
Comment posted by: #SITSOML from USA, Mar 07, 2013

Fantastic Show loved the music and everything they did. Lifts my spirit.

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Fantastic Show loved the music and everything they did. Lifts my spirit.

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	Jesse Cook Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 19, 2013 For Jesse Cook, The Blue Guitar Sessions is much different from the rumba flamenco for which he is best known. Indeed, he has been a leading proponent of the genre since bursting onto the world music scene with 1995’s Tempest. Cook steered clear of anything resembling flamenco on this record, producing a sound that allows listeners... Jesse Cook Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 19, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Biz Markie and Nice & Smooth Presented by The Wilbur Theatre and Together Festival at Wilbur Theatre May 18, 2013 Biz Markie seems like the nicest guy in the world. Though he's best known for his single “Just a Friend,” Biz is also famous for: 1) being named “The Clown Prince of Hip-Hop” 2) having his label pull one of his albums due to sample copyright infringement and responding with an album titled “All Samples... Biz Markie and Nice & Smooth Presented by The Wilbur Theatre and Together Festival at Wilbur Theatre May 18, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Sommore Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 17, 2013 Sommore reigns as the undisputed “Queen of Comedy.” This trendsetting, highly-acclaimed veteran entertainer is widely considered one of America’s top comedic female entertainers. With a winning combination of class and sass, Sommore offers audiences a hilarious, yet piercing look at today's issues from a woman’s... Sommore Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 17, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	An Acoustic Evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 16, 2013 Acclaimed songwriters (and longtime friends) Mary Chapin Carpenter & Shawn Colvin share the stage as an intimate duo, performing material spanning their vast catalogues as well as some of their favorite songs. Mary Chapin Carpenter has recorded 12 albums and has sold over 13 million records. With hits like ‘Passionate... An Acoustic Evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre May 16, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)
	Juicy J Presented by The Wilbur Theatre and Together Festival at Wilbur Theatre May 15, 2013 Juicy J’s two-decade run in Hip-Hop has brought him to this very moment. While bridging the gap between old and new fans under one trippy umbrella, Juicy J has cracked a code most veteran rappers struggle to decipher. Making uncompromised music that anyone can relate to is this producer/rapper/businessman’s forte. ... Juicy J Presented by The Wilbur Theatre and Together Festival at Wilbur Theatre May 15, 2013 Event Rating (0 votes)

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Kelly Rowland and The-Dream

Spank: The Fifty Shades Parody

The Dandy Warhols

Tab Benoit and the Voice of the Wetlands All Stars

Devendra Banhart

Past Events

Jesse Cook

Biz Markie and Nice & Smooth

Sommore

An Acoustic Evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin

Juicy J

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Audience Connect

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