2026–2027 Season

Commonwealth Lyric

Theater

Presents

Acclaim

“A vital force in Boston’s cultural landscape.”The Boston Globe“Quietly cinematic and visually spectacular.”The New York Times“Confidently restrained yet overflowing with emotion.”NPR“The velvet curtain lifts on a new era.”Opera News

“A vital force in Boston’s cultural landscape.”The Boston Globe“Quietly cinematic and visually spectacular.”The New York Times“Confidently restrained yet overflowing with emotion.”NPR“The velvet curtain lifts on a new era.”Opera News

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Discover Our World

01 / Video Archive

Past Productions

Relive the productions that shaped our identity — from Aleko to Pinocchio

Sep 2026 – Jun 2027

02 / About Us

Our Story

Learn about how we got started

Est. Boston, MA

03 / Schools

Pinocchio: The Musical

A touring production adapted for young audiences across Massachusetts

Est. Boston, MA

04 / Education

Young Artist Program

Mentorship, master classes, and mainstage debuts for emerging performers.

05 / Support

Patronage

Every seat filled, every curtain raised — made possible by our patrons. Join the circle that keeps live opera alive.

06 / Venue

The Theater

A 420-seat jewel box in Boston's cultural corridor. Intimate sightlines, world-class acoustics, and an atmosphere unlike any other.

Upcoming

Next on Stage

August 2026 · Newton, MA

Two weeks of staging, singing & performance

Each session culminates in a fully costumed performance for family and friends. Repertoire and casting are chosen after enrollment based on age and voice type.

Archive

Past Performances

A decade of stories told through music, light, and voice.