Strand Theatre
About
The Strand Theatre is a city-run performing arts venue in Dorchester’s Upham’s Corner, with the City of Boston’s Arts and Culture office as its contact. It hosts a wide mix of performing arts, cultural programming and community events. Its mission is two-fold: to engage Boston’s multicultural residents, with a special commitment to youth and the Upham’s Corner community, and to act as a catalyst in strengthening the fabric of the neighborhood.
Recent programming shows the range: a queer-affirming musical about the 16th-century Sufi figure Shah Hussain, an evening of music with Martha Candela, a Puerto Rican comedy show with Gaby Alicea, and the 52nd annual recital of the Triveni School of Dance, featuring Indian classical dance. The city aims to make the Strand a thriving performing arts center that draws audiences from the neighborhood and across Greater Boston, while supporting local economic development.
What to Know
- Groups and producers can apply to rent the theater.
- Events are also listed on the ArtsBoston calendar.
- Programming aims to celebrate diversity in its audiences, employees, performers and producers.
- The Strand serves artists and audiences regardless of background, age, ability, gender, economic level or sexual orientation.
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