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Shear Madness


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 332 attractions in Boston
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Attraction type: Performance
Address: Charles Playhouse
74 Warrenton St. Boston, MA 02116
Tel: (617) 426-5225

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3 of 5 stars
terrispal   10 contributions
Kentucky
Jul 27, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We were excited to go to this show as the reviews were so good. First off, wait to get your tickets at a Bostix while in Boston (half off the regular price). Our show was full of young teenage girls from a camp in PA. I am hoping the show was geared for them, It was so stupid and unprofessional.... more

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5 of 5 stars
heiditvc   2 contributions
new york
Jul 5, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I went with my 15 year old nephew. Great fun for both adults and older teens ! I strongly recommend going. more

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5 of 5 stars
starrynight1658   3 contributions
Vermont
Jul 2, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This show was incredibly funny! The actors were fabulous, and the show entertaining and modern. The theatre is small and dingy, but it's so not important. The first half of the play is a set script, with the audience being involved in the second half. The ending of the play depends upon the audience's involvement, so I'm sure it's different... more

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5 of 5 stars
nippy6   3 contributions
Pensacola, Florida
Jun 23, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband, 17-year old daughter and myself all enjoyed this play! Husband and daughter were NOT excited when told about the play, but by the end of the evening they were most amused. It was one of our favorites. more

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5 of 5 stars
scores11   4 contributions
Ventura, California
Apr 10, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Usually you go to a small play, and it's the same bore- WOW, not this. Pop Culture keeps this play extremely fresh and you will not stop laughing until the end. (arrive a few minutes early, because there is a scene with Tony and hair conditioner that will have you in tears that is actually done as they are setting... more

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5 of 5 stars
laclient19   16 contributions
Portland, Maine
Feb 5, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

You will laugh and laugh hard. It's a very interesting play where the audience interacts with the cast. The place is a little on the cozy size (tight) but not too tight. You do want to get your tickets early to get up close. We did and were very happy about that. Entering the place is a little weird but... more

SO GOOD!
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5 of 5 stars
BeenthereWorcester   54 contributions
Worcester, MA
Nov 30, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

What a great night of entertainment, coupled with a bit of improv that kept us laughtng until the end. Be prepared to notice small details as the play unfolds. You will find out why later on. Also, the price for ths show is quite reasonable. Here is a tip: if you are anywhere near the Fanueil Hall Bostix location, you... more

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5 of 5 stars
Krusj   36 contributions
Housatonic, MA
Nov 19, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

The funniest live show I have ever seen ! This is a not to be missed attraction! Get your tickets early as it is a very small and cozy venue! more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Silver Spring, Maryland
Apr 5, 2005
13/15 found this review helpful

My wife and son and I were wondering what to do on our last night in Boston and took the recommendation of the Park Plaza concierge and got tickets to see Shear Madness. I was expecting an OK show (for $34.00) but certaintly did not think it would be one of the best pieces of theatre I have seen in... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Albany, NY
Mar 21, 2005
11/12 found this review helpful

I just came back from seeing Shear Madness with my family and friends. All of us have not laughed this much in years. The show is based in a barber shop/ hair salon and we had to figure out who murdered the land lady who rents to them. It was a great interactive show which got us all involved. We... more

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Shear Madness Address

Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston, MA 02116
Tel: (617) 426-5225