Performances This Week in Boston worth going out for.

Half of what's interesting is across the river, and I've never understood treating that as a separate city.

I keep track of performances in Boston and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

Boston Ballet: Fall Experience

Boston Ballet: Fall Experience Ending Soon

Thu, Sep 17 · 7:30 PM

Downtown

Contemporary ballet double-bill

The Jim & Val Show

The Jim & Val Show One-time only

Fri, Sep 18 · 7:00 PM

Back Bay • $$

Piano duo & open mic

Katie LaMark

Katie LaMark One-time only

Sat, Sep 19 · 7:00 PM

Back Bay • $$

Jazz vocals & open stage

The Ladies Who Brunch

The Ladies Who Brunch One-time only

Sat, Sep 19 · 11:30 AM

Back Bay • $$

Cabaret brunch show

Drag Bingo

Drag Bingo

Mon, Sep 21 · 7:00 PM

Back Bay • $$

Campy bingo night

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Fresh Goofs: Standup Comedy Show and $4 Drinks

Fresh Goofs: Standup Comedy Show and $4 Drinks Up & Coming Artist

Wed, Sep 23 · 8:00 PM

Prospect Hill

Weekly standup & cheap drinks

William Tell: The Enduring Legacy of a Hero Myth

William Tell: The Enduring Legacy of a Hero Myth One-time only

Tue, Sep 22 · 6:00 PM

Back Bay

Opera myth & live music

After Hours at the Market Basket

After Hours at the Market Basket One-time only

Wed, Sep 23 · 8:00 PM

Bay Village • $$

Campy grocery drag spectacle

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Frequently asked questions

How are these performances in Boston chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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