THE MODERN THEATRE

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The Modern Theatre at Suffolk University is a 185-seat theatre located at 525 Washington Street in Boston’s bustling Theatre District. Our programming is intimate in scale, thoughtful in content, and contemporary in approach.

Modern Theatre Programming advances the educational experience for Suffolk University students; engages the community through cultural, social, and civic programming; promotes excellence and innovation in the arts; and entertains all who pass through our open doors.

Upcoming Shows

  • Raices Y Ritmo
    March 6, 2025 at 7:00pm

    Presented by Suffolk University's Latine Student Allinace

    Join Suffolk University’s Latine Student Alliance for Raices Y Ritmo, a night full of performances, ranging from many cultures and disciplines. A night of cultivation and creativity, reserve your tickets today. Come and grab a seat or many, and see Boston’s melting pot of living culture, and enjoy!

    FREE - Tickets are required. This event is open to the public.
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  • Peter Malmö
    April 10-13, 2025

    Presented by the Suffolk University Theatre Department

    A new adaptation of Pedro Páramo by Juan Rulfo

    Written by Raul Dorantes & Mark Litwicki
    Directed by Armando Rivera

    The Suffolk University Theatre Department is proud to present their Spring 2025 Mainstage Production: Peter Malmö, a new adaptation of the Mexican novel Pedro Páramo by Juan Rulfo. The story is set on a remote small island where death, memory, snow, and ash all call home. Johnny arrives there looking for his father only to discover his family's and the town’s past. Through the echoes of memories from the island's residents, Johnny embarks on a doomed path through the ruins of town and the man who laid waste to it: Peter Malmö.

    All performances are open to the public. Tickets are required:
    - $10 General Admission
    - $5 Students
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The Modern Theatre is centrally located in the heart of Boston’s Theater District. We are easily accessible by public transportation and feature creative and thought-provoking programming such as plays, musicals, films, and speaking events. Our address is 525 Washington Street. We are easily accessible by public transportation and feature thought-provoking plays, musicals, films, speaking events, and more.
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Students surrounding a professor as she teaches them theatre tools

THE MARILYN PLOTKINS THEATRE ENRICHMENT FUND

This Fund celebrates Marilyn’s legacy at Suffolk by providing experiential enrichment opportunities for students facing economic hardship, allowing them to gain hands-on theater experiences locally, nationally, and internationally. Awards are given to undergraduate theatre student(s) who demonstrate financial need.
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