I just attended a performance of The Wedding Singer - the musical at the Foxboro Orpheum theatre. I just want to say what a great experience I had there and how refreshing it is to see local independent theatre such as this flourish, especially in these tough times.
I have been a regular at the Orpheum for a while now having seen other performances such as RENT, Nunsense, and JM Barrie's Peter Pan and I have yet to have a bad experience.
Tickets usually range from $18.00 - $24.00, which is a far cry from ticket prices in the city. Concession stand sells freshly popped popcorn, drinks and other assorted snacks all reasonably priced.
In addition to live theatre, The Orpheum also hosts a variety of other performances, such as The Rocky Horror Picture Show and REPO! The Genetic Opera, shadowcasted live from Rhode Island's own RKO ARMY.
They also have stand up comedy nights featuring some pretty well-known acts, and also have a beer & wine bar specially for these nights.
Located right off the Foxboro Commons rotary, the Orpheum is a nice hidden gem in Southeast Massachusetts. Parking can be a little bit tricky, there is public parking at the rotary, as well as a church parking lot right next to the Orpheum where you can park.
Best of all, The Orpheum is located within minutes of great places to dine at near Patriot Place or Mansfield Crossing, so you can truly make an evening of it.
Local theatre is truly where its at. There are some really talented people of all ages who perform there, and its here where you know theatre is alive and well. read more