Emerson Colonial Theatre Official Blog

ECT 1900

ECT Then And Now

<h2><span class="btn-primary">It's Our 123rd Birthday!</span></h2>
<h3><span class="btn-secondary">Posted December 20, 2023</span></h3>
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<h5>On this day in 1900, the Colonial opened its doors for the very first time. 123 years later, the Colonial continues to share incredible entertainment for Bostonians and beyond. Take a peak of the Colonial then and now pictures below!</h5>

<p style="text-align: left;">Photo 1: The theater's original façade and marquee, highlighting BEN-HUR which opened with a cast of 360 actors and featured eight live horses on stage in a full gallop during the chariot race scene. </p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Photo 2: Before and after images showcase the complete restoration of our gorgeous home completed in 2018. </p>