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What to do and see in Somerville, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Concerts & Shows
Somerville (/ˈsʌmərvɪl/ SUM-ər-vil) is a city located directly to the northwest of Boston, in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. As of 2010, the United States Census lists the city with a total population of 75,754 people, making it the most densely populated municipality in New England. As of 2010, it was the 16th most densely populated incorporated municipality in the country. Somerville was established as a town in 1842, when it was separated from Charlestown. In 2006, the town was named the best-run city in Massachusetts by the Boston Globe. In 1972, in 2009, and again in 2015, the city received the All-America City Award.
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1. Somerville Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Cherry_Wonderdog
What helped make last night’s Julia Jacklin concert so successful was the venue, itself, Somerville Theater. There’s a lot of history here, with the old architecture and wood carvings, grand dome above the stage, and attractive ceiling designs. It’s a nice and cozy spot to hear an intimate concert. Yes, I saw Dixie Dregs here several years ago and wouldn’t exactly call that music intimate, but it was a lot better than at a monstrous impersonal amphitheater like the Wang. Seating in the orchestra was surprisingly comfortable and appropriate for all heights. Unlike Cary Hall in Lexington where the orchestra section is completely flat, Somerville Theater has an incremental slope so that those in front of you are a few inches shorter than normal. Sure, it’s not stadium seating, but my view was not obstructed by any means, and I’m no Wilt Chamberlain. Last time I saw the aforementioned progressive rock ensemble, seating up in the balcony afforded an attractive top-down view of all the musicians that may be even better if there are height concerns. The other aspect about Somerville Theater that I liked was its amenities. A variety of draft beers and related drinks were available for a reasonable $8, and there were comfortable wrap-around sofas on the upper level where groups could congregate during intermission. In addition, the box office sold tickets directly to those who wanted to avoid Ticketmaster fees, and an impressive collection of better seats became available to the general public about an hour before showtime. I hope to return to Somerville Theater soon. It’s a great place that caters to lesser known musical artists who can perform at a price far more commensurate with limited economic means of the captive college student clientele in the neighborhood. Yet those in the audience made for a concert experience unlike the concert scene downtown. There was a sense of warmth, vivaciousness, and inquisitive youth that welcomed the artists, yearned to understand them more intimately, and appreciated their talents without snobbism. I walked away refreshed and awaken to the possibilities of a new musical hotspot.
2. Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
The Dinner Detective® is America’s largest interactive murder mystery comedy dinner show. You’ll solve a hilarious murder case while you enjoy a fantastic four-course plated dinner. A tantalizing Prize Package awaits our Top Sleuth of the evening. But be careful! Everyone is a suspect, even you, and the killer might be at your table!
3. ONCE Somerville
Overall Ratings
1.5 based on 3 reviews
The bar spaces at ONCE Somerville include draft beer taps, cane-based soda guns and a fresh, new menu of cocktails and mixed drinks at both bars - the Lounge upstairs and the Ballroom, downstairs. FRESH EATS, GREAT DRINKS, LIVE MUSIC & MORE!
4. The Comedy Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
5. Davis Square Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
