Regent Theatre Arlington

Arlington's Showplace Of Entertainment!

Built in 1916, the historic Regent Theatre remains true to its roots as a vibrant vaudeville house. An intimate 500-seat performing arts center with superior acoustics and comfortable seating, "Arlington's Show Place of Entertainment" features live music concerts, theatre, dance events, family entertainment, comedy, film specials, and more.

Conveniently located just minutes from Cambridge and Boston, the Regent is MBTA and handicap accessible with free parking across the street (nights and weekends after 3pm on Saturday) and a variety of great restaurants and shops within easy walking distance.

The Regent is dedicated to bringing the highest quality events to the area, and while we are a community theater attracting audiences from Arlington and the surrounding towns of suburban Boston, we have a number of exclusive events throughout the year with nationally and internationally known performers-many of whom are bona fide legends.

Covering a wide spectrum of genres, the following groups and solo artists have played the Regent during the past five years: Bellydance Superstars, Mickey Rooney, Paula Poundstone, Johnny Winter, Tower of Power, Taj Mahal, Hot Tuna, Count Basie Orchestra, Riders in the Sky, Beatlejuice, Deborah Henson-Conant, Steven Tyler, Asleep at the Wheel, Mountain, Vanilla Fudge, Rebecca Paris, Edgar Winter, Rory Block, John Mayall, Keith Emerson, Carl Palmer, Mike Smith of the Dave Clark Five, Dresden Dolls, The Von Trapp Children, The Russian American Kids Circus, Bonnie Bramlett, Nektar, Michelle Shocked, Neil Innes, NRBQ, Barry & The Remains, Honeyboy Edwards, Boys of the Lough, John Hammond, Loretta LaRoche, and Odetta.

*Box Office Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 12 Noon to 6pm and starting one hour before show time....781-646-4TIX (4849)


Getting to The Show

Please refer to the Directions page for driving directions, parking or using public transportation to get to the theatre.


Parking

The Regent Theatre has FREE parking right across the street from the theatre on weeknights after 6pm, Saturday after 3pm, and all day Sunday! All spots are free (including “permit only” spots) after listed times.


Refreshments

A well stocked refreshment counter with fresh popcorn, candy, and beverages are available for your enjoyment (cash only, sorry!). We do not allow outside food or beverages in the building.


Photography & Audio Recording

Just about all contracts with artists demand we prohibit the audience from taking photographs or video recordings as well as audio recordings. Please cooperate by leaving this equipment in your car.


Merchandise

Most shows offer artist’s recordings, tee shirts, hats, posters and other items. Prices are established by the artist and the table is generally manned by their personnel. A few are equipped to accept payment by credit card, but assume cash is required.


ATM

The closest ATM’s are Leader Bank, directly across the street and Cambridge Savings Bank on the same block as the theatre. There are Fleet, Bank of America, and SUM branches close by on Massachusetts Ave.


Handicapped Facilities

We now have a fully handicap accessible unisex restroom. Please advise the box office when you purchase tickets if anyone in your party requires special seating arrangements due to visual, auditory or physical impairment.


Emergencies During Shows

Emergency exits are located at all 4 corners of the theatre.


Lost & Found

The Regent Theatre is not responsible for articles lost or stolen. There is no coat or umbrella check service available at the present time. Please turn in any found items to any usher, house manager or at the box office. Items found by other patrons or during cleaning are kept for 30 days. Articles of clothing are donated to various agencies and eye glasses are donated to the Lions. Wallets, purses, cell phones and jewelry will be returned to their proper owners who provide accurate descriptions and identification.


Group Rates

Many Regent Theatre performances have special discounts available for groups of 10 or more people. Please call Regent Theatre Group Sales @ 781-646-4849 for specific information or email boxoffice (at) regenttheatre.com. Visit our Rent the Regent page to learn more about hosting your event at the Regent Theatre!


Mailing List

The Regent Theatre maintains a mailing list composed solely of individuals who have specifically requested to be on it. When mailings are sent out they list all performances which are booked as of each printing date. In order to conserve paper, the Regent Theatre does not do “resident” or “occupant” mailings. We do not sell or share our list with anyone.


Before & After the Show

A wide variety of shops and restaurants within a two block radius of Arlington Center. Many of the stores remain open for your shopping enjoyment prior to the Regent Theatre performances and several restaurants are open for an after dinner drink or snack. Visit our Dinner & Show page to learn about dinner/show combos and discounts at area restaurants.