If it were possible, I would give Shine Band 10 stars, and i'm not kidding! Shine played at our…read morewedding reception this past November and we could not have been happier with their music. My husband and I had a wedding song which isn't really a frequent play, and John was more than willing to accommodate us and play our special song. It really made our night to have it as our wedding song! :) From start to finish, planning was an absolute breeze! John was extremely helpful in suggesting mother/son and father/daughter-in-law music. The mother/son pick turned out to be one of mom's favorite songs!! With only a few generic suggestions from us, the band played an amazing variety of music that suited us and every last guest. People we never expected to see dancing completely rocked the dance floor! I can honestly say that we left that night wondering what kind of party we can have next, just to have a reason to work with Shine Band again!! No DJ will ever compare to a live band, and Shine tops the charts!!! Thank you Shine for making our reception a night we will never forget!

The Shine Band was a pleasure to work with, and they kept everyone on the dance floor all night!…read moreOur venue offered us an hour of piano music during our cocktail hour, and Shine agreed to incorporate the piano into their playing (which was so flexible on their part, and really sounded incredible)! John is a true professional who will guide you through the planning process. He told us when he was going to be on vacation while we were planning, and answered every email and call within a few hours. We can't thank them enough!

This ballet school changed my life and still is today. With high class ballet training in the…read moreCecchetti Method, The Ballet Academy has taught me how to build fundamentals and properly prepare for a career in dance. I can not say enough how amazing and well rounded Frances Kotelly, the Principal of the school is for her dedication and understanding of teachings.

This is the real deal, old school, disciplined, sophisticated ballet school. Your child will learn…read morethe classic techniques, mechanics, history and vocabulary in a low-pressure nurturing environment. You will be blown away when you see the skill and professionalism of all the girls in the annual recital. There are many phony "dance" companies out there but Ballet Academy is a true gem.

Agent is very polite and helpful !! A bit of long wait with…read morebox office , but after I left voice message require a callback, they did call and help me lock in tickets!

It was our first time going to a ballet - the Swan Lake at the Opera house was such a magical…read moreproduction. The costumes, the set, the dancers, the orchestra - just everything, was so impressive. The Opera house was a perfect setting as well. I'm now definitely a fan of the ballet now :)

The employees here have done a lot for this company... but what has the Bossdone?…read more This is an absolutely adorable little theatre which has some great local shows and is a wonderful addition to Boston's thriving and massive show offerings. Barbie likes this place more than I do because I think it's a little stuffy and small, however therein lies its charm. I have mixed feelings then, but we both agree that the shows they put on are both affordable and nothing short of excellent.

Very cute place and affordable! You can buy your tickets online with a $2 added charge or at the…read moredoor. They have student and senior discounts. At intermission they sell Quaker granola bars and shaw's cookies - it's very cute and it supports the theater! We saw Boys of Winter there - the acting was very good and I had a great time. It's conveniently located (well, if you live on the green line) - so check it out! p.s. I'm not a BU student nor do I know any actors who perform here :)

The SoWa Winter Festival is such a festive and fun experience! From the artisan vendors and unique…read morecrafts to the delicious food and drinks, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The atmosphere is cheerful and full of holiday spirit, making it a perfect outing with friends or family. It's a great place to shop for gifts, try new treats, and soak up the winter vibes. Definitely a must-visit during the season!

It's the second year in a row I've come to SoWa Winter Festival and market. I always come out…read morelooking like I shopped till I dropped. I felt much more prepared this year to know a) use spot hero in advance or get there super early to snag a parking spot within 2 blocks of the market b) it gets WARM inside so carry a bag that can hold a jacket and c) carry a tote bag for your purchases or jacket to have your hands free d) have cash ready for parking and the entry fee if possible to make things more efficient. If you're prepared, you can brave the crowds and have a great time. The winter lights set up are always a beautiful sight and the amount of local craft/food/drink vendors is such a delight. New vendors I tried for the first time this year in 2025 that I really enjoyed were Elite Dough Cookies, Whitney Wares, and Matilda RI Empanadas. Places I returned to from 2024 include Wash Naturals and Life Bloom. You also can't go wrong with Eataly in the corner with the wheel of parmesan and many other delicious bites. It's a magical event that I always love going to and supporting the local vendors. I can't wait to come back next year!

Dance Place is my ideal dance studio. Kids can be themselves and have fun moving their bodies here…read more My daughter takes Jazz and Hiphop and my son takes breakdancing with Jonathan. Jonathan is a fantastic teacher and a talented breakdancer. Unlike other studios, Dance Place is not super strict about what the kids wear to practice. When kids are in the annual nutcracker show they don't pay for the costumes they just borrow them. The waiting rooms are hectic, but are home to many area parents throughout the school year. I also love the summer drop-in program. I drop my daughter at camp for the day when she's home with me but I need coverage. It is very laidback. I don't expect my kids to become professional dancers but they love to dance with their friends and learn new moves. This is the perfect studio for us.

If you want your daughter to learn proper technique, this is not the place. But they will learn to…read moredo the YMCA song. They will have fun, and get to wear their frilly pink princess tutu. A daycare gold mine masquerading as fine art. And you can find better quality tap shoes at Payless.

I grew up in Boston my entire life and now in my fun and carefree 50ish ! I moved into a historic…read moreapartment building and my front lawn is Boston Common !! Right now I have been watching rehearsal for Modern upbeatShakespeare on the Park!! Next well it will be the real modern thrilling . Bright lights tasteful combination of traditional versus touch of humor. Rosline is dressed as a male and kissed Orlando and it so cute because you could feel how uncomfortable the actress felt !! Acting the "shame" . Very fun , FREE 8 pm come early lawn seats . I enjoyed rehearsals!!

The Commonwealth Shakespeare Company does a production of a Shakespeare play on Boston Common every…read moresummer. It generally goes two weeks, playing every night at 8 PM except for Mondays. Pull up a section of lawn ... but get there early, because the best spots are taken an hour in advance or so. Oh, yeah, it's free. The staging and design's usually eclectic, and it'll drive you buggy if you're a purist who demands that Shakespeare be performed on painted period backdrops and in musty old black broadcloth and ivory lace. Taming of the Shrew had costuming and design as if they were all paisans in the North End circa 1890. As You Like It was set around 1935, with the bad guy even wearing a black pseudo-Fascisti uniform. Hamlet had a bleak, Brutalist set where the escape scene had searchlights flashing over the stage and the sound of prison sirens and choppers in the background. The Comedy of Errors was Miami Beach circa 1930, with bossa nova aesthetics and music. This isn't your high school drama production. And what it is is AMAZING. They make Shakespeare live, they make it fun and spectacular, and you might find yourself hitting multiple nights in the same year. This is my 100th review on Yelp, and I wanted to make sure it'd be a five-star I could legitimately give ... and I've only given ten 5-stars. Hit this up next summer. Just take my word for it.

I am only just discovering that Cambridge has an amazing kid's theater arts scene, lots of which is…read morelocated in Central Sq. I first met Lace, who runs Beyond the Fourth Wall when my kids were little and took her art classes, at the CCAE. But now that they are older I am realizing that not only did she run a really good arts program for toddlers, she is seriously skilled with the older kids when it comes to direction. My kids go to the same school as hers, so they are especially lucky to have her doing the all school play. Our grammar school play is pretty stunning, and it is all because she steers a mighty fine ship. For any middle school aged kid who is interested in theater I would highly recommend her program. Her toddlers art program is still up and running and I'm sure is still great too- go Lace, go!!

WOW! I can not say enough about how impressed I am with Beyond the 4th Wall. I have seen several of…read morethe shows that they have put on and, without fail, they are remarkable. Lace is amazing in how she can bring out truly fantastic performances from kids and young adults and in a very short period of time. Not only with their acting and singing, but also with the set designs, stage managing and music. Her musicals rival and often exceed anything I've seen done at schools, the high school included!