Opera House, Boston

Name: Opera House
Address: 539 Washington St, Boston, 02111-1718, United States
Telephone: +1 617-259-3400

#54 among attractions in Boston

Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera, Performing arts

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The Boston Opera House, also known as the Citizens Bank Opera House, is a performing arts and esports venue located at 539 Washington St. in Boston, Massachusetts. It was originally built as the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, a movie palace in the Keith-Albee chain. The chain became part of RKO when it was established just before the theater opened on October 29, 1928, and it was also known as the RKO Keith's Theater. After operating for more than 50 years as a movie theater, it was rededicated in 1980 as a home for the Opera Company of Boston, which performed there until the opera company closed down in 1990 due to financial problems. The theater was reopened in 2004 after a major restoration, and it currently serves as the home of the Boston Ballet and also hosts touring Broadway shows. The theater serves as the home arena of the Boston Uprising of the Overwatch League. ()

Coordinates: 42°21'15"N, 71°3'46"W

Address

539 Washington StChinatown - Leather DistrictBoston 02111-1718 United States

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+1 617-259-3400

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Opera House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Opera House open?

Opera House 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 closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Opera House?

Nearby attractions include The Boston Theatre, Boston (1 min walk), Boston Theater District, Boston (1 min walk), Modern Theatre, Boston (1 min walk), Paramount Theatre, Boston (1 min walk).

How to get to Opera House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Opera House:

Bus

Tremont St @ Boylston Station • Lines: 55 (3 min walk)
Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (6 min walk)

Light rail

Boylston • Lines: B, C, D, E (3 min walk)
Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (4 min walk)

Metro

Chinatown • Lines: Orange (4 min walk)
Downtown Crossing • Lines: Orange, Red (4 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (11 min walk)
Boston Back Bay (20 min walk)