Wilbur Theatre

The Wilbur Theatre is a theater building in Boston's Theater District constructed in 1913 with a capacity of around 1,200 people spread across three levels. The main floor features movable tables and seats that can be reconfigured depending on the type of event being held.

Architect Clarence Blackall designed the building in 1913 using Colonial Revival style, making it an important example of that architectural era. The structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

The building has become a hub for comedians and musicians to perform and record their work in front of live audiences. You can experience how the stage shifts between different types of entertainment throughout the week.

The venue has bars on all three levels, allowing visitors to get refreshments at different locations throughout the building. The flexible seating on the main floor means the layout can change depending on what type of event is being held.

The building has become well-known as a recording location for professional comedy specials featuring prominent performers. These recordings are later broadcast on television and streaming platforms, establishing the venue as a key site for live comedy filming.

Location: Boston

Inception: 1914

Official opening: 1913

Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture

Address: 246 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

GPS coordinates: 42.35056,-71.06556

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:20