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Charles Playhouse Theater 2 Events & Tickets

Charles Playhouse Theater 2 in Boston, MA has 55 upcoming events: 25 comedy shows and 30 theatre shows. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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About Charles Playhouse Theater 2

The Charles Playhouse is a theater at 74 Warrenton Street Boston in the Boston Theater District. The venue comprises an approximately 500-seat mainstage, which hosted the long-running Blue Man Group, and a 200-seat second stage branded as the comedy club Lil Chuck. The second stage previously hosted Shear Madness for 40 years, one of the longest runs in American theater history.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Tufts Medical CenterMetro station190 m · 3 min walk
  • ChinatownMetro station390 m · 6 min walk
  • BoylstonMetro station390 m · 6 min walk
  • ArlingtonLight rail470 m · 8 min walk
  • Downtown CrossingMetro station770 m · 13 min walk
  • Park StreetMetro station780 m · 13 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • 290 Tremont Street Parking LotCar park110 m · 2 min walk
  • City Place GarageMulti-storey car park180 m · 3 min walk
  • Motormart GarageMulti-storey car park200 m · 3 min walk
  • Arlington Street LotCar park · 54 spaces320 m · 5 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

  • Jacque's CabaretBar · caberet110 m · 2 min walk
  • Rebel's GuildRestaurant120 m · 2 min walk
  • OstraRestaurant · seafood150 m · 2 min walk
  • Rock BottomRestaurant · burger160 m · 3 min walk
  • Bar MoxyBar160 m · 3 min walk
  • Genki YaRestaurant · sushi190 m · 3 min walk
  • Vivi Bubble TeaCafé · bubble tea190 m · 3 min walk
  • 4th WallBar200 m · 3 min walk

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Charles Playhouse Theater 2: FAQs

What's on at Charles Playhouse Theater 2?

Charles Playhouse Theater 2 has 55 upcoming events. Next up: Late Nite Catechism: Til Death Do Us Part on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Where is Charles Playhouse Theater 2?

Charles Playhouse Theater 2 is located at 74 Warrenton Street, Boston, MA, 02116.

Is there parking at Charles Playhouse Theater 2?

Discounted parking is available at 200 Stuart Street after 4 on weekdays and any time on weekends. Ask staff for a validation sticker.

Does Charles Playhouse Theater 2 have accessible seating?

The venue has a lift and is wheelchair accessible.

When is the Charles Playhouse Theater 2 box office open?

Mon - Wed closed; Thu & Fri 6:00p - 7:15p; Sat 12:30p - 7:15p; Sun 12:30p - 2:15p.

What is the nearest station to Charles Playhouse Theater 2?

The nearest station is Tufts Medical Center (Metro station), about 190 m from Charles Playhouse Theater 2.

Which hotels are closest to Charles Playhouse Theater 2?

The closest places to stay are Found Hotel Boston Common (20 m), Courtyard Boston Downtown (40 m), and Revere Hotel Boston Common (90 m).

When did Charles Playhouse Theater 2 open?

Charles Playhouse Theater 2 opened in 1957.