Central Square Theater

Central Square Theater is a unique collaboration between two non-profit professional theater companies – The Nora Theatre Company (The Nora) and Underground Railway Theatre (URT) – with a combined track record of 50 years of excellence in producing theater and educational programming for the Greater Boston community.

URT was founded in 1978 and The Nora in 1988, yet neither had a permanent venue until now. Increasing audience demand for show tickets combined with limited access to affordable production space made the search for a permanent location a critical concern.

In July, 2008, The Nora Theatre Company and Underground Railway Theater moved into their first permanent theater home, the new state-of-the-art Central Square Theater, located in one of Cambridge’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Central Square Theater is not only a theater space, but also a model artistic and managerial partnership in which each resident company is maintaining its unique identity while working in tandem to fuel long-term sustainability, stimulate creativity, and add value to the community.

The Boston Foundation recognized Central Square Theater in its ground-breaking report, Culture is Our Common Wealth, citing Central Square Theater as a “model partnership” and “best practice.” It also highlighted Central Square Theater in its 2008 publication There for the Arts as one of “the organizations that has contributed to making Greater Boston one of the most culturally rich cities in the ... view more »

MORE ABOUT THIS VENUE

Venue Type: Theater

LOCATION

Central Square Theater

450 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Accessibility Information

Accessible Parking
Accessible Restrooms

There are two gender neutral bathrooms available. Both bathrooms are wheelchair accessible.
All Gender Restrooms

There are two gender neutral bathrooms available. Both bathrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Assisted Listening

We have 8 ALDs available on a first-come, first-served basis. ALDs are available at concessions and we require you to leave your driver’s license while you are using them. There is no charge to use ALDs.
Elevator

There is an elevator on the ground floor that accesses the second floor where the theater is located. Guests in wheelchairs have regularly enjoyed productions at Central Square Theater.
Large Print

We provide a limited number of large print programs, and scripts upon request.
Service Animal
Wheelchair Access

All seats at Central Square Theater are removable. Accessible seats are placed on the floor level of the theater in the front row. In our online purchasing process accessible and companion seats are indicated on the chart using the International Symbol of Accessibility. Companion seats are indicated with the letter “C”. If you require seats to be removed, please call the theater at 617-576-9278 x1 or email tickets@centralsquaretheater.org with your order number and we will ensure the seats have been removed before you arrive.

ADDITIONAL ACCESSIBILITY INFO: If you or a member of your party have mobility needs, access needs, or if you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Box Office at 617-576-9278 x1 or tickets@centralsquaretheater.org.

Wayfinding Information by Cori Couture, Read by Tanja Milojevic

More info at https://www.centralsquaretheater.org/about/accessibility/