With close to an 80-year history of bringing inspirational and highly acclaimed national and international live entertainment to Boston, Celebrity Series sets the stage in 2017 with an extraordinary lineup that includes Broadway star and actress Kristin Chenoweth, the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, the annual Stave Sessions, and much more. Click here for more information and for tickets.

Alvin Ailey’s “Odetta” Photo courtesy of Mike Strong
Making its spectacular Boston debut, Celebrity Series of Boston presents Jessica Lang Dance from Friday, January 27 to Saturday, January 28 at the Bach Center Shubert Theatre. Winner of the 2014 Bessie Award, NY-based dance troupe, Jessica Lang Dance, based on Jessica Lang’s award-winning choreography, weaves classical ballet with stunning, contemporary artistry.

Jessica Lang Dance “Spectrum” Photo courtesy of Celebrity Series of Boston
After a sold out 2013 recital, the Danish String Quartet returns to NEC’s Jordan Hall for an unforgettable evening of innovative, powerful music featuring works by Beethoven and Schnittke. The Danish Quartet performs for one night only on Saturday, January 28 at 8 p.m. Single tickets are available.

Danish String Quartet Photo of Caroline Bittencourt
On Saturday, February 4, award-winning soprano Susanna Phillips will make her Celebrity Series of Boston solo debut at NEC’s Jordan Hall at 8 p.m. Accompanied by pianist Myra Huang, Phillips is a captivating singing-actor and recitalist.

Award-winning soloist Susanna Phillips Photo courtesy of Celebrity Series of Boston
Celebrating the works of legendary jazz singer, Ella Fitzgerald for her 100th birthday, jazz violinist Regina Carter performs Simply Ella on Friday, February 10 at the Sanders Theatre. Carter’s album, Simply Ella is coming soon.

Jazz violinist Regina Carter pays tribute to Ella Fitzgerald Photo courtesy of David Katzenstein
Click here for the full list of performances and for tickets. Subscriptions and gift cards are also available. Celebrity Series of Boston thrives on support from the community. Click here for a variety of ways to support Celebrity Series of Boston.