Boch Center Wang Theatre

Presents 

"THE THORN" 

Two Performances Only!

Created by John Bolin

The epic story of God’s love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity as told from the perspective of St. John "the Beloved."

Performances:

October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 both at 7:00pm

BOCH CENTER WANG THEATRE, 270 Tremont Street, Boston, MA. 02116 

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TICKET PRICES Start at $39.50

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ABOUT THE SHOW

"THE THORN" tells the epic story of God’s love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. 

Often described as cirque meets the passion of Jesus, "THE THORN" combines dance, martial arts, aerial acrobatics and emotionally powerful performances, witnessed live by 1M+ people for over 30 years. 

Author John Bolin created the show over 25 years ago to convey the meaning of Christ’s sacrificial death to a group of young people who knew little about the story of Jesus’ suffering but were familiar with pain through their own practice of cutting and self-harm. 

The show has evolved ever since, with the current live version returning to the original format featuring St. John, “the beloved disciple,” recalling his many amazing encounters with Jesus.

"THE THORN" will engage audiences in the ultimate story of love, sacrifice and redemption like never before. 

• Warning: The show includes flashing lights, strobe lights, fog/haze, and loud music. 
• Due to the nature of the story, please note graphic content including a crucifixion and implied suicide. 
• The content of the show is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. 
• Recommended age (not restriction) of 13+.

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ABOUT THE WANG AND SHUBERT THEATRES

Just as the city and audience have evolved with the times, the Boch Center, as guardian of the WANG and SHUBERT THEATRES (and from 2012-15, the Center also managed the historic Emerson Colonial Theatre), has changed to meet the needs of its community. Uniquely using a Balanced Scorecard (a Fortune 500 management framework), strategy map, and strategic dashboard, the Boch Center ensures that our Theatres and programs stay relevant to the community we serve. Today, the Boch Center is considered a best practice institution and nonprofit arts leader. With the belief that arts make and keep us a civilized nation, the Boch Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, diverse and culturally relevant arts and entertainment, and arts education programming for New England residents and visitors.

ABOUT THE BOCH CENTER

The Boch Center is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit performing arts institutions and a guardian of the historic WANG and SHUBERT THEATRES. As New England’s largest cultural venue, the Boch Center is home to theater, classical and popular music, dance, comedy, opera, Broadway musicals, family entertainment, and more. Located in Boston’s historic Theater District, the Boch Center also offers a diverse mix of educational, cultural and community outreach initiatives, including the City Spotlights Leadership Program and the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame; collaborates with artists and local nonprofit arts organizations; preserves historic venues; and acts as a champion for Greater Boston’s arts and cultural community. 

Learn more at bochcenter.org.