Boston, MA venue guide
Plan your visit to Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston, MA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Bag searches are required. Bags larger than 22 x 14 x 9 inches must be checked at coat check. Outside food and beverages are prohibited, while empty reusable water bottles are permitted; two water fountains are inside. Medical accommodations are handled by staff.
Entrances
The theatre screens all guests. Lobby doors generally open 1 hour before shows and auditorium doors 30 minutes before; arrive at least 45 minutes early. Wheelchair access is through the Boylston Street main entrance; re-entry is at show discretion.
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Venue essentials
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Bag searches are required. Bags larger than 22 x 14 x 9 inches must be checked at coat check. Outside food and beverages are prohibited, while empty reusable water bottles are permitted; two water fountains are inside. Medical accommodations are handled by staff.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Venue Info + Access
Wheelchair access is through the Boylston Street main entrance; request wheelchair seating when purchasing. ADA seating and an ADA restroom are on the Orchestra level, and the theatre has no elevator. Assisted listening and KultureCity sensory bags are available at the House Manager podium; ASL, open captioning, and GalaPro options are available.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Access
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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106 Boylston St., Boston, MA, 02116
The theatre is within walking distance of MBTA Boylston (Green), Chinatown (Orange), Arlington (Green), and Park Street (Red/Green) stations.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Travel Directions
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
The theatre has two ground-floor bars and additional bars on the Dress Circle and Balcony levels. Outside food and drinks are not allowed; empty reusable bottles are permitted.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Seating amenities + Venue Info
The ADA-accessible restroom and family restroom are on the Orchestra level. The family restroom includes a changing table.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Access / Venue Info
When available, merchandise is sold in the Box Office lobby at the theatre entrance; availability varies by show.
Verified Sep 14, 2026ATG Emerson Colonial — Venue Info
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