Could ONCE Somerville soon be ONCE Cambridge?
The independent live music promoter and venue space announced today (January 27) that it has submitted an application to rent the former OBERON location just outside Harvard Square. That spot, at 2 Arrow St. in Cambridge, was left vacant after the American Repertory Theater opted last fall to not renew its lease for 2022. OBERON, a longtime performance theater and alternative nightlife haven, had operated in Cambridge for 12 years, but was not part of the A.R.T.’s future plans as it eventually relocates to new digs in Allston.
“New home news: ONCE has submitted an application to rent the Oberon space!” ONCE posted to social media this afternoon. “Light a candle. Spread the word. Come on, Army. Let’s save some venues!”