“The Moth: Spooky”
Have a backbone-chilling tale to percentage? Then get thee to the Halloween-themed generation of “The Moth,” an open-mike storytelling collection. Rather listen? That’s exceptional—just be prepared for a leap-scare or two.
October 1, Laugh Boston, laughboston.Com.
MUSIC
Maluma
The Latin tune buzz maker gives an electric stay display assisting his cutting-edge album, 11:eleven, loaded with hip-shaking beats and star-studded cameos from Ricky Martin, Madonna, and more.
October three, Agganis Arena, agganisarena.Com.
THEATER
Disney’s The Lion King
Summer introduced a blockbuster with The Lion King movie, however it still can’t pinnacle the Tony-winning level musical, roaring into Boston this month.
October three–27, Citizens Bank Opera House, bostonoperahouse.Com.
MUSIC
Carrie Underwood
The hair. The robes. The voice. Don’t omit a grand night time of us of a-pop hits with the American Idol turned “All-American Girl,” plus her guest acts, Runaway June and Maddie & Tae.
Wilco
It’s precise vibes most effective when Wilco is on the town. Hear hits consisting of “California Stars” and “Misunderstood,” made even greater epic under the Wang’s gilded proscenium.
October 10–11, Wang Theatre, bochcenter.Org.
FINE ARTS
“Weng Family Collection of Chinese Painting: Family and Friends”
The MFA’s new exhibition spotlights Chinese art, courtesy of a landmark donation. The 20 select masterworks span masses of years, however all pertain to the motifs of friends and circle of relatives.
October 12–August nine, 2020, Museum of Fine Arts, mfa.Org.
FILM
The Blair Witch Project 20th Anniversary Screening and Q & A
Two decades after the progressive horror flick first set audiences on part, director Eduardo Sanchez and actor Michael Williams conduct a put up-screening Q & A. Ask them something—if you dare.
FINE ARTS
“In the Company of Artists: 25 Years of Artists-in-Residence”
The Gardner suggestions a feather-plumed hat to seven former artists-in-house (including photographer Luisa Lambri), presenting works that commemorate each creativity and Isabella’s commitment to nurturing it.
October 17–January 20, 2020, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, gardnermuseum.Org.
BOOKS
Adam Rippon: Beautiful on the Outside Tour
Olympic determine skater Adam Rippon is a force on and rancid the ice (follow him on Twitter for proof). Now he’s taking his funny and touching memoir on the street, sharing his journey—and optimistically, pores and skin-care guidelines—with stay audiences.
October 18, The Wilbur, thewilbur.Com.
FINE ARTS
Boston International Fine Art Show
Bring a discerning eye and your pocketbook to this annual artwork extravaganza, where attendees find superlative, accessible pieces with the aid of world-renowned artists, plus a program of unique events. Art Basel, who?
October 24–27, The Cyclorama at Boston Center for the Arts, fineartboston.Com.
THEATER
Admissions
This well timed, comedic play from SpeakEasy Stage Company follows a well-intentioned couple jogging a New England prep school. After years of playing fair, how far will they go to get their only son into the Ivy League?
October 25–November 30, Calderwood Pavilion on the Boston Center for the Arts, speakeasystage.Com.
SPECTACLE
RuPaul’s Drag Race: “Werq the World” Tour
“Sissy That Walk” on over to the Wang Theatre for an out-of-this-global nighttime providing royalty from the Emmy-triumphing VH1 display. The production features excessive heels, massive wigs—and interstellar drag-queen war.
October 29, Wang Theatre, bochcenter.Org.
THEATER
Rent
Join Mimi, Roger, and the relaxation of the gang for Rent’s 20th-anniversary tour, spreading the rock musical’s “Seasons of Love” over again.
October 29–November 10, Shubert Theatre, bochcenter.Org.
PERFORMANCE
Triptych (Eyes of One on Another)
This audio-visible spectacle courtesy of ArtsEmerson pairs the overdue, tremendous Robert Mapplethorpe’s provocative images with authentic musical and spoken-phrase accompaniment from the National’s Bryce Dessner, Patti Smith, and extra.