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ART-Y HANGS: REAP THE CULTURAL BOUNTY IN TOWN WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK

Written by CHRISTOPHER EHLERS Posted September 4, 2015 Filed Under: A+E, Performing Arts

Photo by Liza Voll Photography
Photo by Liza Voll Photography

Whether you’re new to Boston or you’ve just returned for another semester, students—and young people in general—are eligible for some of the best deals in the city. Therefore, there’s really no excuse for you not to up your art, theater, and general culture game while you’re here. Keep the below list of a few cultural mainstays on hand when you want to do just that and not have to break the bank.

 

Photo by Liza Voll Photography
Photo by Liza Voll Photography

ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM

If your school participates in the University Membership program, you get in for free all year long. A list of participating schools can be found on the museum’s website. If not, admission is only $5 with your college ID. If you want to take things to the next level, the Gardner has an amazing Young Patrons program. You’ll be able to mix and mingle with people like you and enjoy a slew of incredible benefits. 25 Evans Way, Boston. gardnermuseum.org

 

 

 

 

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BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

One of the biggest challenges that orchestras around the country face is trying to tap into a younger market. The BSO, one of the best in the world, wants to make sure cost is never an obstacle to enjoying classical music. All patrons under the age of 40 get $20 tickets to most concerts. Tickets can be purchased in advance by entering code 20UNDER40 at checkout. 301 Mass Ave., Boston. bso.org

 

 

 

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Photo by Anitra Pierson

 

 

HUNTINGTON THEATRE COMPANY

If you’re a student and under the age of 25, you are eligible for $20 tickets to all performances. For those below 35 years of age, tickets are just $30. Join the 35 Below club for free online, and get invited to a great after-party with live music and drinks. The party for A Little Night Music will be Sept 11; Nov 13 for A Confederacy of Dunces. 264 Huntington Ave. & 527 Tremont St., Boston. huntingtontheatre.org

 

 

 

 

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AMERICAN REPERTORY THEATER

ART regularly produces some of the best theater in the country, so there’s no reason for you to miss a performance. Purchase a student membership for only $10, and you get advance access to $15 seats for all performances. 64 Brattle St., Cambridge. americanrepertorytheater.org

 

 

 

 

 

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COMPANY ONE THEATRE

Thoughtful, compelling, diverse and always original. Purchase a Company Card for $60 and get one free ticket to every production during the season. There are no blackout dates, you can book your seats before tickets go on sale to the public, and they offer a great monthly payment option. 539 Tremont St., Boston. companyone.org

 

 

 

 

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SPEAKEASY STAGE COMPANY

Their forte is staging Boston premieres, and their upcoming season is a knockout. For everyone under 25, tickets are just $25. 539 Tremont St., Boston. speakeasystage.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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THE LYRIC STAGE COMPANY OF BOSTON

The Lyric produces some of the most consistently solid work in Boston, and their season is a thrilling mix of classics and new plays. For just $72, students can purchase a bundle of six tickets that can be used however they want.  That’s only $12 a ticket. 140 Clarendon St., Boston. lyricstage.com

 

 

 

 

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THE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART

With a regular array of fascinating exhibits and million-dollar views, this is one of the best ways to spend a rainy day in Boston. The gift shop is great, too. Admission for students is only $10. 100 Northern Ave., Boston. icaboston.org

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CHRISTOPHER EHLERS

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