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American Repertory Theater Lineup for May 2023

Arts and Entertainment

May 4, 2023

From: American Repertory Theater

Experience the Beloved Rock Opera
Starts MAY 17

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Evita follows the adored and reviled Eva Perón’s meteoric rise from an impoverished childhood to first lady of Argentina until her death at 33. Directed by Sammi Cannold (Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Hollywood & Entertainment, Endlings, Violet), this eagerly anticipated revival features unforgettable songs including “Buenos Aires” and “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” and explores the contradictions in her legacy.

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2023/24 Season

Four All-New Shows

Presale Happening Now

We can't wait to welcome you to the theater next season to experience this incredible lineup of must-see premieres with two new musicals and two thought-provoking plays. You won’t want to miss this boundary-breaking season!

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Celebrate the Arts

2023 A.R.T. Gala
MAY 8 at 6PM

Our biggest party of the year features star-studded performances from Shoshana Bean (Waitress) and Davóne Tines (The Black Clown) as we honor Harvard University President Lawrence S. Bacow and Adele Fleet Bacow. If you can’t attend, you can still support the dynamic artists who invigorate the A.R.T. by making a donation.

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Evita Member Night

Go Behind the Scenes
MAY 30 at 6PM

Before a performance of Evita, enjoy an exclusive reception with members of the production team and other theater-lovers. Access tickets to this event with a gift of $250+ today.

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From Our Friends

A Tribute to Miriam Makeba

Somi in Concert
MAY 4 at 8PM

Grammy-nominated singer, playwright, and actor Somi Kakoma (Dreaming Zenzile at ArtsEmerson and New York Theatre Workshop) for an intimate celebration of the musical legacy of political activist and singer Miriam Makeba. This free, public event is presented by the Harvard University Music Department as part of Harvard ArtsThursdays, a university-wide initiative supported by Harvard University Committee on the Arts.

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Theater to Combat the Opioid Crisis

At 2nd Act
MAY 23 at 7PM

Join 2nd Act for their annual event, Encore, with a premiere of their newest play I’ll Be There For You. This piece was written by playwrights in recovery and is based on interviews with Queer and BIPOC youth about substance use, identity, and connection. After the performance the audience will get to talk with the writers and actors about their unique approach to play production.

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