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The Rose Art Museum Announces 2025 Spring Exhibitions
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University has announced its highly anticipated 2025 Spring exhibition season, presenting two new dynamic and thought-provoking exhibitions: Leonora Carrington: Dream Weaver and Surrealism(s) – Then & Now.

Club Passim Set To Host An Ellis Paul Birthday Celebration With Award-Winning Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025


Ellis Paul is turning 60, and he is being honored by his talented friends with a unique virtual show at Club Passim on Tuesday, January 14.

HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION to be Presented at The Company Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


The Company Theatre will preent Hadestown: Teen Edition. This unique interpretation offers a rare opportunity for teen performers to bring this Tony Award-winning musical to life. Learn more!

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards
by BWW Awards - January 08, 2025


Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Wayne T. Carr and Andrus Nichols to Lead THE ODYSSEY at American Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


American Repertory Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere of The Odyssey. See who is starring, learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

MOSSO Performs at Springfield's 52 Sumner Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


The Springfield Chamber Players Quartetto Mosso will perform a matinee concert at 52 Sumner in Springfield. Quartetto Mosso features violinists Ronald Gorevic and Beth Welty, violist Delores Thayer, and cellist Yoonhee Ko. 

Mezzo-Soprano Denyce Graves Returns to Cotuit Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


Cotuit Center for the Arts will welcome back the internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves for an exclusive concert this month. Learn more here!

Indieferm Brewing’s Sunday Funday Residency With The Shady Roosters At The Spire Center Extended Into Spring
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth announced that the Indieferm Brewing’s Sunday Funday Residency with South Shore roots rock band The Shady Roosters has been extended for seven shows.

WINTERSONG Announced at the Grand Army of the Republic Hall
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


“Wintersong,” a celebration of female songwriters in a three-day concert series, performs Friday, January 24, 7 pm, at a VIP home concert, and Saturday, January 25, 7 pm, at the Grand Army of the Republic Hall.

TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION In Boston Extended By Popular Demand
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


Due to popular demand, TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition dates have been extended until Memorial Day, 2025. The exhibition displays more than 250 authentic artifacts from the wreck site of Titanic.

Shakespeare & Company Appoints Sunie Gorey Director Of Development
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Shakespeare & Company has appointed Sunie Gorey of Housatonic, Mass., Director of Development by Shakespeare & Company. Learn more!

Passim to Present WE BLACK FOLK FEST & THE OPENING DOORS PROJECT Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Passim will continue its efforts to celebrate the artistry and contributions of Black voices with two special events taking place in February. Learn how to attend upcoming events.

Spire Center Adds Four New Shows To Spring Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - January 06, 2025


The Spire Center for Performing Arts has announced four new shows for its spring lineup. Tickets go on sale for these shows on Saturday, January 11, at 6:00 a.m.

Review: A NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH BERNADETTE PETERS AND THE BOSTON POPS
by R. Scott Reedy - January 03, 2025


What did BroadwayWorld's critic think of A NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH BERNADETTE PETERS AND THE BOSTON POPS at Boston Symphony Hall? Read the review here!

Berkshire Pulse, A New Center For Dance And The Creative Arts, Announced In Downtown Housatonic
by A.A. Cristi - January 03, 2025


Berkshire Pulse, Berkshire County's dynamic dance and performing arts education center celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025 has announced the recent purchase of an historic mill building in downtown Housatonic to serve as the organization's future, permanent home. Pulse.

Review: American Repertory Theater's DIARY OF A TAP DANCER is Illuminating Look at Dance History
by R. Scott Reedy - January 02, 2025


Get a ticket, if you still can, to her illuminating and immensely entertaining new play “Diary of a Tap Dancer” – being given its world premiere production by the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge through January 4, 2025 – and you’ll never forget it.

John Fiore Joins Cast Of A NIGHTMARE With Casey Sherman at the Wilbur Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 02, 2025


Actor John Fiore has joined the cast of A NightMARE with Casey Sherman, a new true crime immersive stage play written by True Crime Author Casey Sherman to debut at Boston's historic Wilbur Theatre.

The Handel and Haydn Society’s CROSSING THE DEEP to Return MLK Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


With the return of Crossing the Deep, the Handel and Haydn Society is inviting audiences to explore and reflect upon the stories, themes, and musical traditions of European sacred music by George Frideric Handel. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Homebrewed Theatre Company to Present Evening of Comedic Plays in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 30, 2024


Homebrewed Theatre Company is celebrating its fifth birthday with a new evening of comedic plays in January. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

FPAC to Present a New Play by Miranda Rose Hall
by Blair Ingenthron - December 28, 2024


The Franklin Performing Arts Company will present To Tell a Story About the Earth, a new play by Miranda Rose Hall in development by LubDub Theatre Co in January at THE BLACK BOX.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024


This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

ArtsEmerson Presents THE LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K
by A.A. Cristi - December 26, 2024


ArtsEmerson will present Life & Times of Michael K at the Emerson Paramount Center from January 31 – February 9, 2025.

Shakespeare & Company Unveils First Titles Of Season 2025 Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2024


Shakespeare & Company has revealed its first titles of Season 2025, including a World Premiere, two Shakespeare productions, and a new Jewish play reading series. Learn more!

Passim Unveils 2024 Iguana Music Fund And Gecko Fund Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2024


Passim has awarded $40,500 to 23 artists through their Iguana Music Fund. Established in 2008 the Iguana Fund provides New England musicians funding for hundreds of career building projects. Learn more!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!


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