North Shore Music Theatre

North Shore Music Theatre is a theater building in Beverly featuring a circular stage surrounded by approximately 1,500 seats arranged in a complete circle around the performance area. The seating configuration places audiences on all sides of the stage simultaneously.

The theater was established in 1955 and represented part of the postwar theater-building movement. After Route 128's completion in the 1960s, the building underwent significant renovations to adapt to its new surroundings.

The theater hosts seasonal Broadway musicals, children's shows, and educational programs throughout the year. Community members gather here for productions that bring performing arts into the lives of families and young talent.

The theater sits near Route 128 and provides parking for guests. Regular evening and matinee performances offer flexibility in scheduling your visit.

The theater remains one of the few operating examples of a theater-in-the-round design in the United States. This setup ensures that every seat offers an unobstructed view of the stage from different angles.

Location: Beverly

Inception: 1954

Official opening: 1954

Website: https://nsmt.org

GPS coordinates: 42.57580,-70.86970

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46