Venues we Recommend
The Crystal Ballroom & Somerville Theater:
Located steps away from the Davis Square T Station! Somerville Theater has been in business since ___. It has a large main room for events/ productions that seat up to 900 Patrons. You can expect the updated yet tastefully vintage lobby to provide you with fun snacks and a small bar that serves, beer and wine. This main stage room is the home of the iconic yearly burlesque Christmas production The Slutcracker- and was also home to the campy horror production Slaughterhouse Movie Club- where, you guessed it, the theater would project older classic horror movies with a pre show Draglesque revue!
Crystal Ballroom is attached, owned and operated by it's sister above and was newly gutted and renovated during the shutdown of 2020. With its state of the art sound system, lighting, full backstage, two full bars, and custom seating options; it houses music events, club nights, Draglesque entertainment and private events. It's home to sell out queer events such as Magic Dyke, Goblin Hole, and LGBTnightlife alongside many others!
How to get here: Right next door from the MBTA Red Line Davis Square train station.
55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA 02144
617-625-5700
The Rockwell Theater
Located just steps away from The Davis Square T station, it is one stop from the red line’s Alewife terminus. Formerly the Davis Square Theatre and Jimmy Tingle’s Off Broadway, the basement-level theater resembles a black box theater and features a full bar and shows ranges from children’s to burlesque. Accommodating up to 200 people, it is an intimate space that plays host to over 300 performances annually.
Right in the heart of Davis Square, this exclusive-feeling, speakeasy-esque downstairs immersive theater is full of secrets and intrigue. Be warned, because it is connected to a bar this venue is only 21+. Additionally, it has a small front entrance and is easily overlooked by newcomers! Walk down the stairs and veer right, then down the hall to walk into a world of enchantment and stripping.
How to get here: A quick walk from the MBTA Red Line Davis Square train station.
255 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 684-5335
Located just steps away from The Davis Square T station, it is one stop from the red line’s Alewife terminus. Formerly the Davis Square Theatre and Jimmy Tingle’s Off Broadway, the basement-level theater resembles a black box theater and features a full bar and shows ranges from children’s to burlesque. Accommodating up to 200 people, it is an intimate space that plays host to over 300 performances annually.
Right in the heart of Davis Square, this exclusive-feeling, speakeasy-esque downstairs immersive theater is full of secrets and intrigue. Be warned, because it is connected to a bar this venue is only 21+. Additionally, it has a small front entrance and is easily overlooked by newcomers! Walk down the stairs and veer right, then down the hall to walk into a world of enchantment and stripping.
How to get here: A quick walk from the MBTA Red Line Davis Square train station.
255 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 684-5335
The Midway Cafe (aka The Midway)
The Midway has presented the best acts, and the best VARIETY of acts, in Boston since 1987. Often compared to New York's Knitting Factory for its eclectic mix of styles and crowds, the Midway books everything! Even special events, benefits, movie screenings, and our famous Queeraoke every Thursday. We'll also host your private party. We mean everything!”
Special Notes: The Midway is full of character and a perfect place to try something new and niche. It is the home of Punk Rockin’ and Pastie Poppin’ and has housed “WTF Queerlesque.” , " Sticky Sweet" , " Nude Metal" " Danzig in the Moonlight" and many more!
How to get here: Just a hop off the 42 bus, a short walk from the 39 bus, and a stroll from the MBTA Orange Line Green Street station. Ample street parking
3496 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
617-524-9038
Jacques Cabaret
Jacques is one of the oldest continuously operating gay bars in the city of Boston with weekly Drag and Cabaret shows! This Venue is home to MT's Drag Stroll
How to get there: Just a couple blocks from the Tufts orange line stop!
79 Broadway St, Boston Ma 02116
Legacy Boston
Legacy is an LGBTQ+ rebrand of the former Guilt nightclub located in the Royale Complex on the opposite site of Candibar.
Legacy hosts Boston's monthly LGBTQ+ kink and fetish night, Fascination, as well as the Boston Drag Gauntlet and Serve Thursdays!
How to get there:
Just a couple blocks from the Tufts orange line stop!
79 Warrenton st, Boston
Club Cafe
“Dine. Drink. Dance.” Club Café a leader in Boston Nightlife Entertainment for nearly three decades has an all new look, sound and feel. This Boston Landmark boasts a top rated restaurant, cabaret & dance club. Open 7 nights per week.
special notes: A beautiful and intimate space, Club Cafe offers all the glitz and glam of a red velvet curtain, all within the confines of Boston Proper. Home of Lucky 13 Amateur Burlesque competition!
How to get here: A short walk from the MBTA Green Line Copley train station, or the Orange Line Back Bay train station.
209 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
617-536-0966
Local Businesses:
The Dance Complex
From the website: The Dance Complex is a central hub of dance, locally, regionally and nationally. We enable the creation, study and performance of dance; We sustain artists, audiences and the community through programs that connect movement and ideas; We celebrate the wonder and curiosity of dance for all. The Dance Complex is a unique arts center where professional, pre-professional and recreational movers can find a multiple variety of movement and dance classes.
You can access affordable studio space and programs to help strengthen you choreographic, performance and production skills. We are also home to performances, presenting over 100 concerts a year in our theatre and on-site in our seven dance spaces. We contribute to the field of dance through all our programs and activities.
Notes from BB: More than just a business, the Dance Complex is where the burlesque community rehearses, takes lessons, teaches dance lessons, and meets to collaborate and workshop our art.
How to get here: Take the MBTA Red Line to the Central Square train station and walk just a few blocks down Mass Ave and you’re there!
536 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA
617-547-9363
Website: www.dancecomplex.org
From the website: The Dance Complex is a central hub of dance, locally, regionally and nationally. We enable the creation, study and performance of dance; We sustain artists, audiences and the community through programs that connect movement and ideas; We celebrate the wonder and curiosity of dance for all. The Dance Complex is a unique arts center where professional, pre-professional and recreational movers can find a multiple variety of movement and dance classes.
You can access affordable studio space and programs to help strengthen you choreographic, performance and production skills. We are also home to performances, presenting over 100 concerts a year in our theatre and on-site in our seven dance spaces. We contribute to the field of dance through all our programs and activities.
Notes from BB: More than just a business, the Dance Complex is where the burlesque community rehearses, takes lessons, teaches dance lessons, and meets to collaborate and workshop our art.
How to get here: Take the MBTA Red Line to the Central Square train station and walk just a few blocks down Mass Ave and you’re there!
536 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA
617-547-9363
Website: www.dancecomplex.org