Selwyn's Theatre, Boston

#482 among attractions in Boston

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Facts and practical information

Selwyn's Theatre of Boston, Massachusetts, was established by British-born actor John H. Selwyn. Architect Benjamin F. Dwight designed the building. Personnel included Dexter H. Follet, Arthur Cheney, H.A. M'Glenen, Charles R. Thorne Jr. and Charles Koppitz. In 1871 Selwyn's was renamed the "Globe Theatre." ()

Coordinates: 42°21'11"N, 71°3'45"W

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Chinatown - Leather DistrictBoston United States

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Day trips

Selwyn's Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Downtown Crossing, Opera House, Parkman Plaza, Central Burying Ground.

~1050 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Downtown Crossing, Boston
6 min walk • Downtown Crossing is a bustling shopping district nestled in the heart of Boston, United States. Known for its vibrant pedestrian-only streets and a diverse array of retail options, this urban center attracts locals and tourists alike, eager to experience Boston's...
~460 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opera House, Boston
3 min walk • 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.
~930 ftN
Monuments and statues
Parkman Plaza, Boston
5 min walk • Parkman Plaza is a plaza in Boston Common, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~900 ftW
Cemetery
Central Burying Ground, Boston
5 min walk • The Central Burying Ground is a cemetery in Boston, Massachusetts. It was established on Boston Common in 1756. It is located on Boylston Street between Tremont Street and Charles Street.
~1040 ftN
Church, Greek Revival architecture
Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Boston
6 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Boston is the historic cathedral church of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. Located at 138 Tremont Street near Downtown Crossing, directly across from Boston Common and Park Street Station, the cathedral is adjacent to the diocesan offices. The acting dean of the cathedral was the Rev.
~1030 ftNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Parkman Bandstand, Boston
5 min walk • The Parkman Bandstand is a landmark bandstand located on the eastern side of the Boston Common in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
~500 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Modern Theatre, Boston
3 min walk • The Modern Theatre is a theatre on Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It first opened in 1876 as the Dobson Building designed by Levi Newcomb. It was renovated in 1914 as a movie theatre by architect Clarence Blackall; by 1980 it had fallen into neglect and dilapidation.
~1000 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Comedy club
Wilbur Theatre, Boston
5 min walk • The Wilbur Theatre is a historic performing arts theater at 244–250 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The Wilbur Theatre originally opened in 1914, but underwent renovations in 2008. The Wilbur Theatre sits in the heart of Boston's historic theater district and is known for hosting live comedy and music.
~870 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Cutler Majestic Theatre, Boston
5 min walk • The Cutler Majestic Theatre at Emerson College, in Boston, Massachusetts, is a 1903 Beaux Arts style theater, designed by the architect John Galen Howard. Originally built for theatre, it was one of three theaters commissioned in Boston by Eben Dyer Jordan, son of the founder of Jordan Marsh, a Boston-based chain of department stores.
~280 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Paramount Theatre, Boston
2 min walk • Paramount Theatre is a theatre in Boston on Washington Street, between Avery and West Streets.
~290 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Playland Café, Boston
2 min walk • The Playland Café, located at 21 Essex Street in Boston, Massachusetts, was Boston's oldest gay bar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Selwyn's Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Millennium Place, Boston (1 min walk), Paramount Theatre, Boston (2 min walk), Boston Theater District, Boston (2 min walk), Liberty Tree District, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to Selwyn's Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Selwyn's Theatre:

Metro

Chinatown • Lines: Orange (1 min walk)
Downtown Crossing • Lines: Orange, Red (6 min walk)

Bus

Tremont St @ Boylston Station • Lines: 55 (3 min walk)
Kneeland St @ Washington St • Lines: 504 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Boylston • Lines: B, C, D, E (3 min walk)
Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (6 min walk)

Train

Boston South Station (10 min walk)
Boston Back Bay (19 min walk)