The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts greets you with chandeliers and a grand staircase. Steeped in history, the theater is a symbol of the city for the artistry seen both throughout the building and on the stage. Check the schedule and purchase a ticket for one of your favorites from Broadway and so much more.
Learn about the history of the venue, which started as a vaudeville theater in the 1920s and becamea movie complex in the late 20th century. Restoration efforts began when Edward P. Madaus bought the building with the vision of returning it to its former splendor. Admire original features, such as the grand chandelier and a hand-painted wall from 1926. They join 31 other chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Francis R. Carroll Plaza.
Walk in the footsteps of stars along with renowned theater architect Thomas Lamb. See his remaining work in the interior, including the two-story lobby, the dome decorated with gilded rosettes and the grand staircase. Lamb designed approximately 300 theaters in the early 20th century, including the Boston Opera House and New York City’s Capitol Theatre.
Settle in for a show within the 2,300-seat venue that has helped to rejuvenate the cultural district of central Massachusetts. Broadway hits have included Les Miserables andDisney’s Aladdin. The Hanover Theatre Repertory features shows made in Worcester that focus on classics and modern classics.
As the site is located in downtown Worcester, you’ll find plenty of places to eat, drink and shop nearby. Visit Mechanics Hall to delve further into the city’s theatrical past. Discover more than 38,000 artworks at the Worcester Art Museum and see a sporting match or a big-name music concert at the DCU Center. Elegant Union Station is a transportation hub and an attraction in its own right.
Prebook a parking space online to watch a show at the Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. Parking is available for a fee in lots within walking distance. The box office is open to the public on weekdays and show weekends.
