Emerson Theatres

The Maids
2026-10-07 20:00 (America/New_York) | Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Presented by ArtBuzz Productions & Sheep. Co Entertainment

The Maids

by Roman Viktyuk

based on the play by J. Genet

Roman Viktyuk’s legendary play “The Maids” has been on stage for over 35 years — and it still astonishes audiences! The production is based on the play by French playwright Jean Genet.

It tells the story of two maids, Solange and Claire, who worship their Mistress while at the same time being consumed by envy. In her absence, they try on her clothes, imitate her behavior, and act out elaborate imaginary scenes. One day, carried away by their game, they anonymously report Madame’s lover to the police – and decide to kill her.

The actors bring this psychological drama to life through choreography, movement, and vocal expression.The intricate makeup evokes Japanese Kabuki theatre – a synthesis of music, dance, and drama, where makeup carries deep symbolic meaning.

The entire performance unfolds as a hypnotic show set to Dalida’s greatest hits, where the audience finds itself sympathizing with these failed criminals and applauding them in fascination. “I believe that ‘The Maids’ should be performed by men. Only men,” said the legendary director Roman Viktyuk. And after seeing the show, it’s hard to disagree.

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2 Hours 30 mins, no intermission

Age 16+

Performed in Russian

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Taylor Mac and Matt Ray: Songs from Bark of Millions
2026-10-15 00:00 - 2026-10-18 23:59 | Robert J. Orchard Stage, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
If you’re not invited to the party, throw a better one!

All the Devils Are Here
2026-10-28 00:00 - 2026-11-01 23:59 | Robert J. Orchard Stage, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
Patrick Page explores Shakespeare’s most memorable villains in this thrilling, hilarious, and biting solo tour-de-force.

Dream Feed
2026-11-19 00:00 - 2026-11-22 23:59 | Jackie Liebergott Black Box, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
Step inside a shared dream sequence with Grammy Award-winning band The HawtPlates.

Charles Dicken's "A Christmas Carol"
2026-12-11 19:00 - 2026-12-20 14:00 | Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company presents

Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol”

Boston’s New Holiday Tradition

Step into the magic of Victorian England and rediscover the heart and soul of the holiday season! Commonwealth Shakespeare Company returns for another magical season at Boston’s historic Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre with its stunning production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”—a timeless story of redemption, generosity, and the power of human kindness. Beloved Boston actor Will Lyman (CSC’s King Lear) stars as Ebenezer Scrooge, the curmudgeonly miser whose cold heart is thawed by a trio of mysterious spirits on one fateful Christmas Eve.

This enchanting adaptation by award-winning writer/director Steve Wargo brings Dickens’ classic to vivid life. Described as “a musical feast” (The Boston Globe), it is brimming with traditional 19th-century carols arranged by Dianne Adams McDowell (A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, Starmites). With direction by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler and musical direction by Dan Rodriguez, this “heart-filled new tradition” (WGBH) is sure to delight audiences of all ages.

Make Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” part of your holiday tradition—and experience the story that continues to warm hearts, year after year.

Foundational support for Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is generously provided by Christy and Jay Cashman and the Poduska Family Foundation.

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Event Info

2 hours and 15 minute intermission

All Ages

Performed in English

Accessibility Info

Saturday, December 19 at 2pm –

This performance will be Audio Described with a Tactile Tour.

Saturday, December 19 at 7pm –

American Sign Language interpretation will be provided at this performance.

Sunday, December 20 at 2pm –

American Sign Language interpretation will be provided at this performance. This performance will be Audio Described with a Tactile Tour.

Open captioning services will be provided at all performances.

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Wake
2027-02-11 00:00 - 2027-02-14 23:59 | Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Glitter, beats, and banging tunes: this Irish wake is the ultimate celebration of life.

2021
2027-02-25 00:00 - 2027-02-27 23:59 | Jackie Liebergott Black Box, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
Under the glow of a flickering screen, a daughter reconstructs her deceased father, pixel by pixel.

Scott Silven: Wonders
2027-03-10 00:00 - 2027-03-14 23:59 | Robert J. Orchard Stage, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
Breathtaking illusions await in this New York Times Critic’s Pick full of intrigue and imagination.

Kunene and the King
2027-04-01 00:00 - 2027-04-11 23:59 | Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, 219 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
In post-apartheid South Africa two men must confront themselves, the past, and their beliefs.

The Carlisle Project
2027-04-30 00:00 - 2027-05-02 23:59 | Robert J. Orchard Stage, Emerson Paramount Center, 559 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
The legacy of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School is reckoned with in this powerful musical song cycle.
