Experience the Huntington Theatre Company's dazzling theatrical season featuring diverse and dynamic plays. From the Nigerian family saga in 'Sojourners' and the gripping family drama of 'The Grove' to the hilarious entanglements of 'The Triumph of Love' and the stormy revelations in 'Don't Eat the Mangos,' this lineup promises to captivate audiences. Concluding with the romantic elegance of 'The Light in the Piazza,' this season is an exploration of love, identity, and cultural heritage. Join us in Boston for an unforgettable journey through these powerful narratives.

A Journey Through Theatrical Brilliance: Huntington Theatre's Vibrant Season

Join us at the Huntington Theatre Company for a season filled with stories that delve into the complexities of family dynamics, love, and cultural identity. With plays like 'The Grove' by Mfoniso Udofia and 'Don't Eat the Mangos' by Ricardo Pérez González, as well as the classic comedy 'The Triumph of Love' and the musical 'The Light in the Piazza', this line-up promises a captivating blend of laughter, drama, and romance. Discover how these theatrical pieces explore timeless themes through compelling narratives and vibrant characters.

Exploring Family, Love, and Identity: Huntington Theatre's Dramatic Season

The Huntington Theatre Company is set to captivate audiences in 2025 with a diverse lineup of productions that explore themes of love, family, and identity. From the rich family drama of 'The Grove' to the comedic romance in 'The Triumph of Love,' and from the poignant tale of sisterhood in 'Don't Eat the Mangos' to the sweeping romance of 'The Light in the Piazza,' each production offers compelling narratives that engage both the heart and mind. Join us as we delve into these captivating performances, each promising an unforgettable theatrical experience.

The Huntington Theatre's 2025 Season: A Celebration of Drama and Love

The Huntington Theatre Company in Boston is rolling out a captivating lineup of plays and musicals in 2025, offering audiences a rich tapestry of storytelling. From a family drama infused with ancestral wisdom to classic French comedy, poignant tragedies set in Puerto Rico, and a romantic musical journey in Italy, these performances promise to engage and inspire. With talented playwrights, directors, and performers at the helm, each production delivers unique cultural and emotional experiences that resonate with themes of identity, love, and the complexities of familial bonds.

The Huntington Theatre Company Unveils a Season of Diverse Stories and Intriguing Performances

The Huntington Theatre Company presents a vibrant array of plays and musicals that delve into themes of family, identity, and love. From the intricate family dynamics in 'The Grove', to the comedic pursuit of romance in 'The Triumph of Love', the cultural reflections in 'Don’t Eat the Mangos', and the romantic allure of 'The Light in the Piazza', these productions promise to engage audiences with compelling narratives and rich theatrical experiences.

Exploring Family, Love, and Identity Through Huntington Theatre Company's Diverse Repertoire

Step into a world where love, family secrets, and cultural celebrations unfold at the Huntington Theatre Company. From the comedic intricacies of 'The Triumph of Love' to the deeply rooted family drama in 'Don't Eat The Mangos,' this season offers a rich tapestry of theatrical experiences. Join us for trivia nights, a prestigious gala, and a musical journey through Italy with 'The Light in the Piazza.' Here, we unravel the vibrant events and talented artists contributing to an unforgettable season.

A Theatrical Journey: Love, Secrets, and Cultural Celebrations at Huntington Theatre

Enjoy an exciting, theater-themed trivia event where Broadway fans can test their knowledge, enjoy lively competition, and celebrate musical and theatrical history on stage at the historic Huntington Theatre.

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Playwright Ricardo Pérez González’s wickedly funny tragedy Don’t Eat the Mangos portrays life on his home island of Puerto Rico with compassion and humor through the saga of three sisters living just outside San Juan. As a hurricane approaches the beautiful island, secrets and ugly truths are revealed that cause the sisters to wrestle with how to stay true to their familia and homeland – and seek a satisfying revenge. Obie Award winner David Mendizábal returns from the acclaimed world premiere production to direct.

Don’t Eat the Mangos

Don’t Eat the Mangos was developed, in part, at the 2019 Sundance Institute Theatre Lab.
Don’t Eat the Mangos was developed and supported through a partnership between The Sol Project and Magic Theatre.
Don’t Eat the Mangos was first produced as a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere by the Magic Theatre (California).

Don't Eat The Mangos

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Love takes center stage in this uproarious classic French comedy by 18th century playwright Pierre Carlet de Marivaux. A clever princess is smitten at first sight – but to win her prince, she must woo him in disguise. Mistaken identities, hilarious complications and deeply felt desire collide head on with Rationalist Philosophy – and surprising romantic entanglements ensue! Artistic Director Loretta Greco stages Stephen Wadsworth’s magnificent adaptation which inspired a passion for Marivaux in America anew.

The Triumph of Love

Playwright Mfoniso Udofia stages a family homecoming, asking what it means to draw on the wisdom and beauty of our ancestors when the bonds of family are stretched to the limit. Abasiama’s eldest daughter Adiaha wants to become a writer to make her family proud, but at her graduation party, she has to choose: fulfill her parents’ desires to settle with a traditional Nigerian man, or stay true to her own romantic match. Director Awoye Timpo (The Bluest Eye at The Huntington) reunites with longtime collaborator Udofia for a play with the rich heart of a family drama against the thrilling theatrical backdrop of a Greek chorus of ancestors.

The Grove

The Huntington at the Calderwood Pavilion / BCA

Rising star playwright Mfoniso Udofia launches her sweeping cycle with a family’s origin story. Marriage, migration, and the pursuit of education collide when a young and brilliant Nigerian couple arrives in Houston, looking to earn their degrees and bring insights back to their home country. But when Abasiama discovers that her husband has been seduced by Motown records and American culture, she has to choose between the Nigerian Dream and her obligations as a matriarch. Director Dawn M. Simmons helms the lively and funny Sojourners at the historic Huntington Theatre following her acclaimed production of K-I-S-S-I-N-G at the Calderwood Pavilion.

Sojourners

From Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour comes an audacious new theatrical experiment. Each night a different VIP joins the playwright on stage, while the script waits unseen in a sealed box… Touchingly autobiographical yet powerfully universal, NASSIM is a striking theatrical demonstration of how language can both divide and unite us. NASSIM is toured globally and is translated and performed in the native language of each country.

Nassim

The latest masterpiece and most personal play from Tom Stoppard, Leopoldstadt is a stirring and epic story of love, family, and enduring bravery. In Vienna, the heart of European culture at the rise of the 20th century, two brothers have conflicting visions of prosperity – both for their family and the Jewish people – a tension that will echo through the generations that follow.

Leopoldstadt

Toni Stone is an ace ballplayer who knows her stats, plus she’s got a great arm. Rejected by the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League because of her race, she becomes the first woman to play professional baseball on a man’s team in the Negro Leagues, shattering expectations and creating her own set of rules. Filled with humor and the love of the game, Huntington favorite Lydia R. Diamond knocks it out of the park with this beautiful, rich portrait of a trailblazing woman. Play ball!

Toni Stone

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Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Spotlight Gala hosted by the Huntington Theatre Company, set to take place on Monday, May 6, 2024, at the iconic Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts. This gala is not just an event; it's a celebration of exceptional honorees, the Huntington's contributions as a public good, and a vision for the future that promises to inspire and engage.

The evening will commence at 6:30 PM with a reception, followed by a dinner at 7:45 PM that includes performances and a live auction, all within the stunning ambiance of The Cyclorama. Guests are encouraged to dress in festive attire, making it a perfect occasion to showcase your style while supporting the arts.

This year, we are proud to honor individuals who have shown unparalleled support and leadership. The Wimberly Award Honorees, Karen & David Firestone, and the Encore Award Honorees, Lydia R. Diamond and Sherryl & Gerard H. Cohen, have each made significant contributions to the Huntington and the broader arts community. Their dedication and passion for the arts have been instrumental in advancing the Huntington's mission.

The gala is chaired by Donald Nelson, Bobby Perino-Thompson, and Veronica Wiseman, with Karen Holmes Ward, a Huntington Trustee and WCVB CityLine Host, serving as the host for the evening. The event also boasts a committee of distinguished members from the community, all working together to ensure the gala's success.

Your participation in the Spotlight Gala directly supports the Huntington Theatre Company's artistic, education, and community programs. It's an opportunity to be part of something truly special, celebrating the power of theatre and its ability to connect, uplift, and educate.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Emma Blaxter at 617-273-1503 or visit spotlighthuntingtontheatre.org. Don't miss this chance to support the arts while enjoying an evening filled with entertainment, elegance, and extraordinary company.

Spotlight Gala 2024

Boston Center for the Arts

At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens explore The Crucible while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few school scandals. With a contemporary lens on the American classic, the young women begin to discover their power and agency, finding a way to hold both the classic text and their community to account – with a profound sense of rage, authenticity, and hope. Alternately touching and bitingly funny, this new comedy captures a generation in mid-transformation, running on pop music, optimism, and fury, writing their own coming of age story.

John Proctor is the Villain

Calderwood Pavilion

“You’ve tried everything. Yoga. Acupuncture. Therapy. You floated in salt water in the pitch black dark. You juiced, you cleansed, you journaled, you cut, you volunteered. You ate only RINDS for three days and nights. You reached out, you looked within. You have tried. And yet here you are.” 

Stand Up If You're Here Tonight

Jane and Luna run into each other in the grocery store on Thanksgiving in 1973 and find they have much in common: each are recent Asian immigrants, a bit homesick and lonely with hardworking absentee husbands, and adjusting to a new country filled with new opportunities. Over sips of wine and a questionable frozen turkey, they dream of disco dancing, learning to drive, and even a visit to Disneyland, and share their hopes and challenges for making a new home in a new land with grace and dignity. A funny, moving, and big-hearted new play.

The Heart Sellers

In this Tony Award-winning, feel-good musical, an Egyptian band of musicians is stranded in a small Israeli town after a transportation mix up, and with no lodgings available, the locals take them in for the night. By morning, surprising connections have been made and friendships forged over moments of shared humanity and love of music. A brief visit can have a lasting impact in this stunning musical adaptation of the acclaimed 2007 film that cast a spell over Broadway. 

The Band's Visit

In this deliciously funny, Pulitzer Prize-winning new play, sweet and sensitive Juicy wants to make his own way as a queer Black man growing up in a Southern family, until his father’s ghost turns up at a backyard barbecue and insists that Juicy avenge his murder. Ay, there’s the rub! This smart and sharp reinvention of Shakespeare’s masterpiece takes Broadway by storm this spring before coming to The Huntington this fall!

Fat Ham

It’s 2016 Paris. The Salomon family has worked hard to make Paris into a warm and wonderful home after settling down in the turbulent 1940s. But when their son comes home beaten up because he was wearing a yarmulke, they are forced to question their safety and sense of belonging in the city they love. Artistic Director Loretta Greco directs Joshua Harmon’s major new American play, having originally produced a workshop of it at the Magic Theatre prior to its New York debut in 2022.

Prayer for the French Republic

Our annual Spotlight Gala celebrates our distinguished honorees and The Huntington’s impact as a public good. Your Gala support is vital to the vibrancy of our artistic, education, and community programs.

Spotlight Gala

SoWa Power Station

A lush and soaring romance unfolds as Huntington Artistic Director Loretta Greco (Prayer for the French Republic) creates a brand-new production of Adam Guettel’s sweeping Tony Award-winning score and Craig Lucas’ profound book in this must-see story of a mother, a daughter, and the many meanings of love. Florence, summer 1953. Protective American mother Margaret Johnson brings her daughter Clara abroad for a glimpse of Italy’s romantic history. But when a real-life attraction sparks between Clara and a local boy, Margaret must ask: can she reconcile her own hopes with her daughter’s future?

Huntington Theatre Company

Mar 26 - Apr 27, 2025

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Mar 26 - Apr 27, 2025

Don’t Eat the Mangos

Apr 28, 2025

Spotlight Gala

May 8 - Jun 15, 2025

The Light in the Piazza

Apr 10, 2025

Curtain Call Broadway Trivia

Mar 26 - Apr 27, 2025

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