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Plaza Theatre at Boston Center For The Arts Tickets

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About Plaza Theatre at Boston Center For The Arts

Located in the heart of Boston, the Plaza Theatre and Plaza Black Box Theatre sit beneath the iconic Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts (BCA). These intimate stages host a variety of performances—from theatre and dance to music and pop-up programs—offering an accessible, no-fuss ticket experience. With a combined footprint of around 5,118 sq ft for the main Plaza Theatre and 1,200 sq ft for the Black Box, these venues provide flexible configurations and a close-up view of live storytelling. Whether you’re catching a residency, a student showcase, or a dynamic contemporary performance, we’ve got you covered for tickets, directions, and nearby amenities.

Important notes: The Plaza Theatre has a fixed seating capacity of 142 seats, while the Plaza Black Box Theatre accommodates up to 90 seats in configurable layouts. Public seating charts aren’t published online; for exact seating details, contact BCA Venue Rentals at 617-456-1138 or email theatrerentals@bostonarts.org. Parking options include Atelier 505 Parking Garage, the Garage at 100 Clarendon Street, and a lot at Shawmut and East Berkeley Streets. For easiest access, use MBTA services via the Orange Line (Back Bay) or Green Line (Copley), or SL4/SL5 Silver Line. Walking distance hotels and dining options make a convenient night out. Affiliate hotel and restaurant partners are highlighted below to help you plan a seamless visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 539 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116.
  • Venue type: Two underground theatres (Plaza Theatre and Plaza Black Box) located under the BCA Cyclorama.
  • Capacity: Plaza Theatre 142 seats (fixed); Plaza Black Box Theatre up to 90 seats (configurable); Plaza Theatres total space ~5,118 sq ft; Black Box ~1,200 sq ft.
  • Seating chart: Public seating map/chart is not published online; for exact seating layout contact BCA Venue Rentals at 617-456-1138 or theatrerentals@bostonarts.org.
  • Parking: Nearby options include Atelier 505 Parking Garage, Garage at 100 Clarendon Street, and a lot at the corner of Shawmut and East Berkeley Streets (per Plan A Visit).
  • Transit: MBTA Orange Line (Back Bay), Green Line (Copley), and SL4/SL5 Silver Line available nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Boston Downtown (275 Tremont St), Hotel AKA Back Bay (154 Berkeley St), and Boston Park Plaza (50 Park Plaza) within walking distance.
  • Notable events: Plaza Theatres have hosted BCA theatre/dance/music residencies and popup programs such as #HellaBlack and She Said; #HellaBlack has been featured and relocated within BCA spaces (Cyclorama) in recent years.