Boston Playwrights' Theatre, Performance venue and theatrical company at Boston University, United States.
Boston Playwrights' Theatre is a performance space and production center at Boston University dedicated to new theatrical works. The facility includes rehearsal spaces, offices, and an intimate theater that hosts multiple shows throughout the year.
The theater was founded in 1981 by Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott as an institution for developing and presenting original dramatic works. Over decades, it evolved into a key venue for nurturing new plays and emerging playwrights.
The venue works closely with the university's playwriting program, bringing students together with professional artists to develop their craft. This partnership shapes how the space functions as both a training ground and a launching pad for emerging writers.
The venue is easily accessible by the MBTA Green Line B, exiting at Babcock Street station. If driving, parking is available at the nearby Agganis Arena garage.
The venue typically runs two different productions at the same time during each season. This approach lets audiences experience contrasting plays during a single visit.
Location: Boston
Inception: 1981
Official opening: 1981
Address: 949 Commonwealth Avenue
GPS coordinates: 42.35170,-71.11870
Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21
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