Orpheum Theatre, Boston

Name: Orpheum Theatre
Address: Boston, United States
Telephone: +1 617-679-0810

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The Orpheum Theatre is a music venue located at 1 Hamilton Place in Boston, Massachusetts. One of the oldest theaters in the United States, it was built in 1852 and was originally known as the Boston Music Hall, the original home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The concert hall was converted for use as a vaudeville theater in 1900. It was renamed the Orpheum Theatre in 1906. In 1915, the Orpheum was acquired by Loew's Theatres and substantially rebuilt. It operates as a mixed-use hall, primarily for live music concerts. ()

Opened: 1852 (172 years ago)Capacity: 2700Coordinates: 42°21'22"N, 71°3'39"W

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Downtown BostonBoston United States

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+1 617-679-0810

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Orpheum Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Downtown Crossing, Granary Burying Ground, Old South Meeting House, Park Street Church.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Orpheum Theatre open?

Orpheum Theatre is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Orpheum Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Publicity Building, Boston (1 min walk), Winter Street, Boston (1 min walk), Winter Street Concourse, Boston (2 min walk), Downtown Crossing, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to Orpheum Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Orpheum Theatre:

Metro

Downtown Crossing • Lines: Orange, Red (2 min walk)
Park Street • Lines: Red (3 min walk)

Light rail

Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (3 min walk)
Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (7 min walk)

Bus

Tremont St opp Temple Pl • Lines: 55 (3 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (5 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (12 min walk)
Boston North Station (18 min walk)