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About Wheelock Family Theatre

Wheelock Family Theatre (WFT@BU) is a professional Equity theatre hosted by Boston University since 2018. Located at 180 Riverway, Boston, MA 02215, the venue merges BU’s academic and artistic energy with family-friendly productions. With approximately 600 seats—about 250 in the orchestra and 350 in the mezzanine—WFT@BU presents a range of performances from classic stories to contemporary family shows. The theatre has hosted notable productions such as Hairspray, Shrek, Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, and The Wizard of Oz, reflecting a robust history of community engagement and artistic excellence. Whether you’re planning a night out with the family or a school group, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats with ease.

We’re your go-to connection for tickets, parking tips, convenient transit options, and trusted partner recommendations for hotels and dining near Wheelock Family Theatre. Read on for seating specifics, accessibility information, and local conveniences that help make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Wheelock Family Theatre sits in a vibrant Brookline/Fenway area, just a short walk from major transit stops and hotel options. Parking is available in the MASCO garage at 375 Longwood Avenue, with limited on-street spots and ADA-friendly parking in front and in the MASCO garage. For a hassle-free trip, consider nearby hotels like The Verb Hotel, Hotel Commonwealth, The Colonnade Hotel, and Residence Inn Boston Back Bay/Fenway, which are within walking distance or a quick ride from the venue. Five-minute access to Fenway and Longwood MBTA Green Line stations (D) plus nearby MBTA buses on Brookline Avenue provides flexible travel choices.

We’ve got you covered for every step of your visit—from accurate seating information and chart details to reliable transportation guidance and curated affiliate hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a great outing with family or friends.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 600 seats (approximately 250 in the orchestra and 350 in the mezzanine).
  • Address: 180 Riverway, Boston, MA 02215.
  • Venue type: Professional Equity theatre; WFT is a program of Boston University (WFT@BU) since June 1, 2018.
  • Seating chart: Seating Map available on the official site (by price level).
  • Parking: MASCO garage at 375 Longwood Avenue; limited on-street parking; no BU Fenway campus parking; some ADA parking in front and in the MASCO garage.
  • Transit: Five-minute walk to Fenway or Longwood MBTA stops on the Green Line (D train); MBTA buses on Brookline Avenue nearby.
  • Nearby hotels (examples): The Verb Hotel (approx. 0.4 mi), Hotel Commonwealth (approx. 0.2 mi), The Colonnade Hotel (approx. 0.4 mi), Residence Inn Boston Back Bay/Fenway (approx. 0.3–0.4 mi).
  • Notable events hosted: Hairspray (2014), Shrek (2015), Roald Dahl’s Matilda, the Musical (2022), The Wizard of Oz (2022); BU Today has coverage of the Oz production, and the theatre’s history page lists Matilda and Oz among past shows.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished; renamed/positioned as Wheelock Family Theatre at BU (WFT@BU) after the Wheelock College merger with Boston University in 2018.