Shit-Faced Shakespeare®: Macbeth
2023-10-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Rockwell
“By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked [tipsy] this way comes”
Following record breaking attendance in Spring…Shit-Faced Shakespeare: Macbeth® is back at The Rockwell this Fall 2023!
Fresh from battle, the warrior Macbeth is given a supernatural prophecy that leads him on a path of murderous ambition and insanity- a path enjoined by the ruthless Lady Macbeth. They strew the Scottish countryside with bodies until their brutal, wicked end. Nothing that couldn’t be solved with a few cocktails!
With a genuinely drunken professional actor selected at random every night, no two shows are ever the same. Shit-Faced Shakespeare seeks to introduce a new generation of theatre-goers to the works of the Bard by reviving the raucous, interactive and vibrant nature of Elizabethan theatre with a very modern twist – reminding them as we go to always enjoy Shakespeare responsibly.
Running Thursday through Saturday, September 15 – November 18.

*****
Doors at 6:30pm
Show at 7:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $30 | 18+ Thursdays / 21+ Friday/Saturday – PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

New Year, New Performers: Aint Mitzvahavin's Open Stage
2023-10-11 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for an unforgettable evening of talent and entertainment at the New Year, New Performers: Aint Mitzvahavin’s Open Stage event! Get ready to be amazed by a diverse lineup of performers showcasing their skills and creativity.
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:00PM
Whether you’re a fan of music, comedy, dance, or spoken word, this event promises to have something for everyone. Come and support these up-and-coming performers as they take the stage and showcase their passion. This is a unique opportunity to witness the birth of new talent and be part of their journey.

So mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this exciting event. Grab your friends and family, and join us for a night filled with laughter, applause, and unforgettable performances at Aint Mitzvahavin’s Open Stage!

Cloud Nine: Stand Up to Leave You Feeling Lighter! (21+)
2023-10-07 21:30 - 23:00
From the producers of Ballpit Comedy, Cloud Nine is a show where comedians will riff on fun, lighthearted conversation-provoking questions in between sets that feature their unique take on their life and experiences– all without needing “input” (re: “interactivity”) from you, the audience.
Can you give me some more details?
It’s not disputable to say that the last few years have been… hard for many people. We don’t think there’s a lot out there that’s trying to actually address that, and so we wanted to put on a live comedy show featuring laughter and connection onstage (without necessarily needing a lot of input from you, the audience) in a bid to help everyone reconnect with themselves.
Who’s in the show?

Host Jack Simon (they/them), a furniture enthusiast and self-described “Paranoid Gay Nerd”
Steph Dalwin (she/her), Ali Wong-inspired comedian with many strong food opinions
Gwen Coburn (she/her), who recently finished touring her one woman show poking fun at Hinge dating profiles
Zach Stewart (he/him), storyteller-turned-relational comedian with fresh takes on pop culture
Matt Shore (he/him), musical comedian with goofy songs that fit neatly on top of an ironing board
And headliner Amma Marfo (she/her), a longtime Ben Aflleck fan with a casual, podcast-y comedy style

How is this show different?
We’re committed to a vibe that will allow people to relax. As a general rule of thumb, we discourage comedic material that is:

“Hurtful”: comedy that unfairly targets someone or a specific group of people. This kills the vibe.
“Pointlessly edgy”: Comedy that is more about shock value than laughs. This also kills the vibe.
“Excessively political”: We love this sort of humor! and also wish to provide a space where we don’t have be “aware” of everything wrong in America/The World/Florida for 100 fucking minutes. This kills the vibe.
“Trauma-dumpy”: We think that discussion of trauma is Important and Necessary (we’re big Hannah Gadsby fans here!), and also there’s already a glut of this sort of content available at our fingertips. Our aim is to laugh, not relive our worst experiences.

As a note, since we don’t believe in censoring our comedians explicitly, there’s a small chance that some of this humor will make it into the show. Since we’re shooting for a “comedy PG-13”, we think this is fine, and will do what we can to set the show back on track in the very unlikely event it goes the way of the Orange Line (off the rails, slightly on fire).
What do you mean by no “input/interactivity” from the audience?
We actively discourage a lot of crowd “engagement” in this performance. We want you to relax and enjoy, not feel pressured to do anything wild, and even go so far as to not book comedians whose entire sets, ah, ask for high levels of “interactivity” (see also: crowdwork comics), as that can create an uncomfortable show experience for some. If high levels of interactivity from the comics is something you enjoy about comedy, Cloud Nine is not the show for you.
Is this show “clean”?
No. We’re shooting for a “comedy PG-13”, as in our comedians will happily drop F-bombs, discuss some adult themes, and may have the occasional “blue” (i.e. sex-related) joke. We mostly discourage material that creates unnecessary levels of discomfort for you, the audience, without killing the fun of comedy.
Anything else to know?
Yeah! At the beginning we’ll be making a small ask to turn off your cellphones for this performance, as they can be disruptive to the performers and also yourselves. This is completely optional and we will leave it up to you if you’re up for that this evening. Other than that, please come and be prepared to relax, laugh and enjoy yourself, and be swept away by Cloud Nine!
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

T: An MBTA Musical
2023-10-06 21:30 - 23:00
“T” is the journey of three struggling Bostonians whose lives have been derailed by the MBTA’s shortcomings. When they discover a secret map that will let them conquer the T once and for all, they set forth on a colorful journey that is part love story, part melodrama, part scavenger hunt – but mostly underground.
Since 2021, “T” has been delighting audiences with their musical “love letter” to the city of Boston. Join them in Season Five as they dance their way around everything we love to hate about the MBTA.
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $32 (GA); $25 (Students & MBTA employees); $39 (On the Train) | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.
