2025 Fall Arts Guides
WBUR's arts and culture team previews the classical music performances, film festivals, theater productions, dance events and more to explore this season.
5 books with New England ties to read this fall
From wacky “Freaky Friday”-like body swaps to searing indictments of the American education system, WBUR literature writer Katherine Ouellette recommends five books that stare into the abyss.
This fall, find inspiration and hope in the arts
During this fraught time, musicians, theater practitioners, filmmakers, dancers and other creators are meeting the moment through their artwork, as is evidenced across Greater Boston this season.
12 art exhibits to explore this fall
From a retrospective of Boston artist Allan Rohan Crite to a showcase of contemporary Indigenous artists, WBUR contributor Maddie Browning shares art exhibitions that consider current injustices and future triumphs.
10 Greater Boston film festivals and series to check out this fall
From the Boston Asian American Film Festival to IFFBoston's expanded Fall Focus series, WBUR film critic Erin Trahan shares 10 film events that offer hope, experimentation and challenge perceptions.
12 dance events to attend this fall
From Boston Ballet’s “Jewels” to a one-night performance from Jean Appolon Expressions, the season is brimming with exhilarating dance performances.
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14 albums by New England musicians to listen to this fall
This fall's album releases offer proof that New England musicians are creating music on the highest caliber, from jazz artist Zahili Gonzalez Zamora to international touring band Couch.
16 theater productions to see this fall
WBUR theater critic Jacquinn Sinclair shares the productions she's looking forward to this season, from serious dramas that center family and identity to magical tales that explore other worlds.
A guide to Greater Boston's autumnal cornucopia of classical music events
From White Snake Project's opera "White Raven, Black Dove" to Radius Ensemble's "Currents" concert, WBUR arts critic Lloyd Schwartz compiles an abundance of opportunities to experience classical music this fall.