Dirty Dancing: The Musical
Dirty Dancing: The Musical brings the story of Baby and Johnny’s forbidden summer romance to the stage in a new musical production based on Lionsgate’s beloved film. Set at Kellerman’s, the show features live music drawn from the original movie soundtrack, electrifying dance, secret encounters, and the romance that changes everything.
The production is presented at Boston’s historic Emerson Colonial Theatre, with on-site bars, signature snacks, and in-seat delivery. The theatre is in the Theater District near Boston Common.
When: Wednesday, November 18 through Sunday, November 22, 2026
Showtimes: Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, November 19 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Additional performances run through November 22; the page provides the following access-performance times: Friday, November 20 at 8:00 PM; Saturday, November 21 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM; and Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
Access performances: Captioning is available Thursday, November 19 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, Friday, November 20 at 8:00 PM, Saturday, November 21 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM. The Thursday, November 19 performance at 7:30 PM also includes audio description.
Tickets: Price not available
Ticket policy: Everyone attending, including children, must have a ticket. Up to nine tickets may be purchased per transaction. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more through the venue’s group-sales partner.
Run time: Not specified on the page
Age guidance: Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Doors: Doors open approximately 60 minutes before the performance begins.
Venue: Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
Accessibility: The venue offers step-free access and wheelchair accommodations, as well as services for D/deaf and hard-of-hearing guests. Detailed seating, facility, and service information is available through the theatre’s access resources. Sensory bags containing fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones, and other aids are available at no cost through the venue’s KultureCity partnership; an ID is required to borrow one.
Public transportation: The theatre is within walking distance of Boylston and Arlington stations on the Green Line, Chinatown Station on the Orange Line, and Park Street Station on the Red and Green Lines.
Parking: Nearby options include 200 Stuart Street Garage, with special rates of $25 for entry from midnight through 4:00 PM or $15 for entry from 4:00 PM through midnight when booked online in advance; Boston Common Garage, with rates starting at $14 per hour on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM or a $14 flat rate during weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays; and 47 Boylston Street Garage, which offers an $18 prepaid rate with the code ParkColonial.
Arrival and security: Guests are advised to arrive at least 45 minutes before the performance for bag inspection and security screening. Bags larger than 22 by 14 by 9 inches must be checked, and all bags may be searched.
Late arrival: Late seating depends on the performance. When permitted, latecomers may be seated at management’s discretion during an appropriate break.
Venue policies: Outside food and beverages, large professional cameras and recording equipment, weapons, fireworks, laser pointers, illegal substances, and other listed prohibited items are not allowed. Photography and video recording are prohibited during the performance unless specifically authorized. There is no formal dress code.
Re-entry: Guests must retain their tickets when leaving the building. Re-entry is determined by the individual performance and may involve a holding period or be refused.
Ticket delivery and exchanges: Tickets are generally emailed as e-tickets shortly after purchase, although some may be issued up to 48 hours before the performance. All sales are final. Exchanges to another performance of the same production may be possible, subject to availability, an exchange fee, and a request made at least 48 hours before the event. All exchanges require a seat of equal or greater value, with any difference paid by the customer.