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SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Exhibit at American Ancestors' Family Heritage Experience
DESCRIPTION:In observance of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, American Ancestors’ Family Heritage Experience unveils “Patriots of Color\,” a major new exhibition opening Thursday\, April 23\, at 97 Newbury Street\, Boston. The exhibit brings long-overlooked stories of Black\, Native\, and multiracial individuals into full view—revealing their vital roles in the founding of our nation and the living descendants who carry their legacies forward today. \nThousands of Black men fought in the American Revolution—an estimated 5\,000 to 9\,000 for the Patriot cause and as many as 20\,000 supporting the British\, many seeking freedom from enslavement—yet their contributions remain underrepresented in traditional accounts of the nation’s founding. Set against the backdrop of Boston’s central role in the Revolution\, “Patriots of Color” highlights profiles of 26 individuals—two from each of the original 13 colonies—whose service\, labor\, leadership\, and resistance shaped the Revolutionary cause in ways rarely taught or remembered today. Through original documents\, immersive digital experiences\, and contemporary artistic interpretation\, the exhibition reframes the Revolution as a far more complex and inclusive struggle for independence. \nA centerpiece of the exhibition is a large-scale interactive digital map of the 13 colonies\, which invites visitors to tap and explore information about 26 individual Patriots\, represented by silhouettes designed by teenage artists from the Cambridge Community Art Center’s Teen Public Art Program. Interactive screens about the patriots reveal biographical details\, service histories\, and—most powerfully—their connection to modern-day living descendants\, some of whom are expected to attend the exhibition’s opening events. Also on view are original 18th- and 19th-century manuscripts\, military muster rolls\, family Bibles\, and historic engravings—archival materials that bring overlooked Revolutionary lives into focus and reveal the research process behind their rediscovery. \nThe exhibit is part of American Ancestors’ 10 Million Names initiative\, which aims to recover the names and lives of enslaved people through archival research. \n“What makes ‘Patriots of Color’ distinctive is not only who these individuals were\, but how we know them\,” said Ryan Woods\, President and CEO of American Ancestors. “This exhibition shows that history is not fixed or finished. Through documents\, research\, and genealogy\, it is possible to uncover real\, personal connections to the past—and\, in doing so\, better understand our present.” \nSilhouettes of Legacy \nReinforcing the exhibition’s themes of interpretation and intergenerational storytelling\, “Patriots of Color” includes a collaborative component with the Cambridge Community Art Center’s Teen Public Art Program. Founded in 1937\, the Community Art Center has long served as a creative anchor in Cambridge\, empowering young people through public art and community-rooted expression. \nFor “Patriots of Color\,” students were invited to create imaginative silhouette artwork inspired by historical profiles of Patriots. The resulting silhouette portraits draw on an historic artistic tradition that predates photography\, when profile portraits were an accessible way to preserve a person’s likeness. In this context\, the form carries particular resonance: silhouettes assert presence\, a demonstration that a life was lived. \nDisplayed alongside the historical narratives\, and each artist’s biography\, these contemporary works place today’s youth artists in dialogue with Revolutionary era lives. Their inclusion underscores the exhibition’s broader message that history is not static—it is continually interpreted\, expanded\, and made visible across generations. \nAdditional exhibition elements explore how Patriots of Color contributed beyond military service\, the difficult choices—or lack of choice—between Patriot and Loyalist allegiances\, and the painstaking process of reconstructing lives through muster rolls\, family Bibles\, pension files\, and other primary sources. Throughout\, visitors are encouraged to see themselves not just as observers of history\, but as participants in reclaiming it. \n“Patriots of Color” remains on view through December 31\, 2026\, with an opening celebration and public programs planned in conjunction with Revolution 250 commemorations in Boston. \nExhibit Highlights:\n\nPatriots of Color profiles—two from each of the original 13 colonies—featured through an expansive interactive digital map\nConnections between Revolutionary-era Patriots and living descendants\, bringing the story of the Revolution into the present day\nOriginal manuscripts\, muster rolls\, engravings\, and family records that demonstrate how historical lives are recovered through genealogical research\nA dynamic touchscreen experience inviting visitors to explore service\, resistance\, and legacy across the colonies\, with direct links to American Ancestors’ 10 Million Names initiative\nA collaborative public art installation featuring silhouette works created by Community Art Center Teen Public Art Program artists\, interpreting individual Patriot stories through contemporary creative expression\n\n“Patriots of Color: Reclaiming Stories of Courage\, Resistance\, and Legacy” reframes the American Revolution through the lens of family history—demonstrating that the nation’s founding stories are not fixed in the past\, but can be rediscovered\, reinterpreted\, and reclaimed through research\, documents\, and lived connection. \nExhibit Opening:        April 23\, 2026 \nOn View:                    Through December 31\, 2026\, Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 am to 6 pm \nLocation:                    Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors\, 97 Newbury Street\, Boston\, MA \nAdmission:                 $10 for adults. Free admission for children under 12. American Ancestors members receive free admission. \nDiscover Your Own History: Visitors are encouraged to explore their own family stories through American Ancestors’ research services and the 10 Million Names initiative\, which seeks to recover and restore the identities of enslaved people through historical records. \nPlanning Your Visit:  The Family Heritage Experience and the gift shop on the first floor of American Ancestors at 97 Newbury Street\, Boston\, MA\, are open Tuesday through Saturday\, from 10 am to 6 pm. The facility is located near Copley Square and the Arlington and Copley Green line T stations. For more information\, including accessibility and amenities\, visit fhe.americanancestors.org. \nAbout the Family Heritage Experience  \nThe Family Heritage Experience—an interactive\, state-of-the-art exhibition that introduces visitors to the joy of family history research—was launched in 2025 by American Ancestors®\, a national center for family history\, heritage\, and culture. The Family Heritage Experience is located on the first floor of American Ancestors’ headquarters at 97 Newbury Street\, in Boston\, Massachusetts. For more information\, visit fhe.americanancestors.org. \nAbout American Ancestors \nAmerican Ancestors® is a national nonprofit center for family history\, heritage & culture based in Boston\, Massachusetts\, that has been setting the gold standard for genealogical research since its founding in 1845. Today\, American Ancestors serves 400K+ members and subscribers through AmericanAncestors.org\, one of the world’s largest online collections of family history resources. In 2025\, American Ancestors launched the Family Heritage Experience\, an interactive\, state-of-the-art exhibition that introduces visitors to the joy of family history research\, located at 97 Newbury Street at our headquarters in Boston. American Ancestors is also home to the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center\, which preserves New England’s Jewish history\, and 10 Million Names\, a project dedicated to finding the names of the enslaved men\, women\, and children in pre- and post-colonial America before emancipation. For more information\, visit americanancestors.org. \nAbout 10 Million Names \n10 Million Names is dedicated to recovering the names of the estimated ten million men\, women\, and children of African descent who were enslaved in pre- and post-colonial America (specifically\, the territory that would become the United States) between the 1500s and 1865. 10 Million Names is engaging a collaborative network of expert genealogists\, cultural organizations\, and community-based family historians. Together we will amplify the voices of people who have been telling their family stories for centuries\, connect researchers and data partners with people seeking answers to family history questions\, and expand access to data\, resources\, and information about enslaved African Americans. For more information\, visit 10millionnames.org.
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SUMMARY:For Those Who Served: Military Research From Colonial Conflicts to World War II
DESCRIPTION:Presented by David Allen Lambert\, Melanie McComb\, and Elizabeth Peay \nThis on-demand course includes five 90-minute classes and exclusive access to handouts and recordings of each presentation \nAvailable through November 6\, 2026 \nFee:  $125 for 5-class course\nClass 1: Soldiers of Colonial Conflicts – Presented by David Allen Lambert \nThis first class discusses how to research ancestors who served in the Pequot War\, King Philip’s War\, King William’s War\, Queen Anne’s War\, King George’s War\, and French and Indian War. \n  \nClass 2: Revolutionary War Patriots – Presented by Elizabeth Peay \nLearn how to trace your patriot ancestors using muster rolls\, quartermaster rolls\, pension files\, the 1840 census\, journals and diaries\, and more. \n  \nClass 3: War of 1812 Veterans – Presented by David Allen Lambert \nThe National Archives holds important records for War of 1812 veterans including compiled service and pension records. Learn how to access and use these important resources\, plus muster rolls\, correspondence from officers\, town histories\, and more. \n  \nClass 4: Soldiers of the Civil War – Presented by David Allen Lambert \nThere are a number of sources that can help you trace your Civil War soldier ancestors. From special questions and schedules in select US censuses to GAR member lists to detailed pension files to published regiment histories\, you can find the story of your ancestor’s service. Learn how to determine what regiment your ancestor served in\, what battles they fought in\, and what happened to them and their families after the war. We focus our discussion on Union records\, but also discuss resources for Confederate soldiers. \n  \nClass 5: World War I & World War II Veterans – Presented by Melanie McComb \nResearching World War I and World War II veterans present unique challenges. In 1973 a fire destroyed 16 to 18 million personnel records for the U.S. Army between (service years 1912 to 1960) and the U.S. Air Force (service years 1947 to 1964). Learn how you can start to reconstruct your ancestor’s service using draft registration cards and enlistments\, the US census\, discharge papers\, unit histories\, and more. \n  \nAbout American Ancestors   \nAmerican Ancestors® is a national nonprofit center for family history\, heritage & culture based in Boston\, Massachusetts\, that has been setting the gold standard for genealogical research since its founding in 1845. Today\, American Ancestors serves 400K+ members and subscribers through AmericanAncestors.org\, one of the world’s largest online collections of family history resources. In 2025\, American Ancestors launched the Family Heritage Experience\, an interactive\, state-of-the-art exhibition that introduces visitors to the joy of family history research\, located at 97 Newbury Street at our headquarters in Boston. American Ancestors is also home to the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center\, which preserves New England’s Jewish history\, and 10 Million Names\, a project dedicated to finding the names of the enslaved men\, women\, and children in pre- and post-colonial America before emancipation. For more information\, visit americanancestors.org. \n 
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SUMMARY:The Rocky Horror Show at The Company Theatre
DESCRIPTION:October 2 through 18\, Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays\, 7:30 pm; Sundays 7:00 pm \nSaturday\, October 17\, special late show at 9:30 pm \nThe Company Theatre Center for the Arts\, 30 Accord Park Drive\, Norwell \nTickets: $63 Standard\, $67 Premium\, available at https://ci.ovationtix.com/35067/production/1255532 \n  \n“Come up to the lab\, and see what’s on the slab!” The maniacally popular cult musical returns to TCT to shock and delight audiences. Inspired by the 1975 film\, The Rocky Horror Picture Show\, this raunchy and uproarious rock journey is led by that “Sweet Transvestite” and a motley crew of wild characters. Just in time for spooky season\, this deliberately kitschy rock ’n’ roll sci-fi gothic musical is more fun than ever! For mature audiences. \nAbout The Company Theatre \nFounded in 1979 by Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman\, The Company Theatre (TCT) is an award-winning regional theatre\, a true treasure of Boston’s South Shore. The destination center for the arts produces 4 musicals\, 1 play\, 5 youth productions\, and a concert and special event series annually\, attracting more than 35\,000 patrons. The Academy of Company Theatre (ACT) offers year-round technical training in voice\, acting\, dance\, film and more to both youth and adults\, and the heart of ACT – its renowned summer workshop. \n\nThe Company Theatre’s widely acclaimed integrity is rooted in presenting highly trained and dedicated actors\, live music performances\, lavish costuming\, elaborate set work\, as well as its outstanding educational programs. Its staff and artistic team are on a continuous quest for excellence by producing passionate\, energetic\, and professional quality performances. TCT attributes its success to its long-time dedicated staff and artisans who are proud to bring their craft to loyal patrons. \nThe Company Theatre’s box office is open on Mondays from 10 am to 5 pm\, Thursdays from 11 am to 6 pm\, and two hours before each performance.  For more information\, visit companytheatre.com\, email boxoffice@companytheatre.com\, call 781-871-2787\, or follow The Company Theatre on social media. \n\nIn its dedication to sustaining the intrinsic value of music education\, A Swingin’ Affair supports middle and high school instrumental students through an education collaboration and fundraiser program\, offering world-class masterclasses led by top artists\, preserving the living history of swing and jazz culture with today’s aspiring musicians. \n\nTo learn more about A Swingin’ Affair big band\, its concerts or leadership\, or to explore opportunities for education and fundraiser collaboration programs\, visit aswinginaffair.com\, email aswinginaffairband@gmail.com\, or visit A Swingin’ Affair on Facebook\, Instagram\, or YouTube. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/the-rocky-horror-show-at-the-company-theatre/
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SUMMARY:Jason Bird: Parlor of Impossibilities in W. Hartford\, Westport & Mystic CT
DESCRIPTION:Magician and mentalist Jason Bird\, longtime Las Vegas headliner\, brings “Parlor of Impossibilities\,” his intimate evening of magic and mentalism\, home to his native state of Connecticut.  Fourteen 90-minute performances spanning three Delamar hotel properties offer an intimate room of just 60 guests ‘a night so exclusive\, even reality isn’t invited.’  Delamar West Hartford and Delamar Westport feature the show on select Sundays\, from October through December\, and the captivating show makes its Mystic debut in December at Delamar Mystic. Show dates offer performances at both 4 pm and 7 pm. \nBird brings more than 25 years and 9\,000 performances to the series\, including years headlining in Las Vegas at properties such as Bally’s and Caesars\, and national television appearances on NBC\, Fox and The CW’s “Masters of Illusion.” Bringing his long-applauded Nevada success to the east coast\, Bird is focused on building this residency in his home state and beyond: a recurring series of intimate\, elegant evenings inspired by the 19th-century tradition of parlor and salon magic. \n\n\n\n\n\n“I spent years performing big shows in big rooms\,” Bird said. “But there is something entirely different about magic when the audience sits just a few feet from the action. Guests can see and hear everything. They’re holding the objects at hand. They’re making the choices on how the show progresses. There’s nowhere for me to disappear\, and that’s exactly why it’s exciting.” \n“Parlor of Impossibilities” moves deliberately in the opposite direction from Las Vegas spectacle. No stage separates performer from audience. Sleight of hand\, psychological illusion\, mind reading and impossible predictions unfold only feet\, and sometimes inches\, from where guests are seated\, and at times the audience becomes part of the illusion itself. The resulting fusion experience combines theater\, magic\, and humor set as an unusually mysterious cocktail party. \n“Magic has a reputation for being either something for children or a fiery spectacle\, with dancers and people disappearing from boxes\,” Bird said. “There’s another tradition I’ve always loved: the magician in a beautiful room with a small group of people\, where the impossibility happens right in front of you. That’s what I wanted to bring back.” \n\n\nThe series found its first Connecticut home at Delamar West Hartford\, where sold-out performances revealed an appetite for sophisticated\, intimate live entertainment. It now extends to Delamar Westport and Delamar Mystic\, bringing the Parlor to southeastern Connecticut\, an entertaining treat during the holiday season. Paired with Delamar’s hospitality and dining\, each performance is designed as a complete evening out\, suited to date nights\, special occasions\, holiday gatherings\, corporate groups and visitors. Guests are invited to dress for the occasion in cocktail or evening attire\, if they wish. \n\n“There are beautiful hotels\, restaurants\, historic towns and people here who genuinely want interesting things to do just like in Vegas\,” Bird said. “We started asking ourselves: Why shouldn’t Connecticut have something like this?”\n\nBird said the real subject of the show isn’t magic\, but wonder. “Adults become very good at knowing how everything works\,” he said. “We Google it. We explain it. We solve it. There aren’t many opportunities left to sit in a room and genuinely say\, ‘I have absolutely no idea how that happened.” \n\n\nTickets for “Parlor of Impossibilities” range from $125 to $250. Ticket options can include a meet-and-greet with Jason Bird\, a photo with the artist\, a Q&A\, additional close-up magic. The $250 front-row VIP package includes the meet-and-greet and a souvenir “Parlor of Impossibilities” deck of cards. Tickets are available at ci.ovationtix.com/37012. The show contains no profanity or adult content and is recommended for guests age 12 and older. Performances begin on time with no late seating. Guests should arrive 20 to 30 minutes early and enjoy a beverage at the Delamar bar. Learn more at parlorofimpossibilities.com. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jason Bird Productions \n\nMagician\, mentalist and author Jason Bird is a longtime Las Vegas headliner with more than 25 years of professional experience and 9\,000+ performances worldwide. His television appearances include experiences on NBC\, Fox and The CW’s “Masters of Illusion\,” and his work has been featured in Forbes\, LA Weekly\, the Los Angeles Times\, the Las Vegas Sun\, Vanish Magazine and Genii Magazine. He has performed for Fortune 100 companies\, celebrities\, professional athletes and royal families\, and his corporate clients include Google\, American Express\, Microsoft\, BMW and AT&T. \nKnown for his humorous\, intelligent and elegant style\, Bird blends sleight of hand\, psychology\, mentalism and storytelling to create experiences in which audiences surpass witnessing the impossible\, they participate in it. Jason is the author of “Strolling for Dollars” and resides in Connecticut. \nLearn more at jasonbirdproductions.com\, follow Jason Bird on Facebook and Instagram and “Parlor of Impossibilities” on Facebook.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/parlor-of-impossibilities-ct/
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SUMMARY:Meadows Montessori School Open House\, Westborough
DESCRIPTION:Meadows Montessori School (MMS)\, Westborough’s new Montessori-method educational preschool opening in January 2027\, presents two “Open House” events for families to explore. On Saturday\, October 24\, from 3 to 4:30 pm\, families are invited to a ‘Meadows Nature Day’ themed event\, featuring outdoor gross motor and nature activities in celebration of fall. On Saturday\, November 7\, 9:30 to 11 am\, the school welcomes families to a second “Open House” featuring a Bracken Hill Farms’ petting zoo\, with small goats\, alpacas and bunnies on site. Both events take place at the school’s new location\, situated at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 183 West Main Street\, Westborough. Admission is free\, families are welcome\, and refreshments will be served. \n“We created Meadows Montessori to be a small\, community school where every child is known\,” shares MMS Cofounder Heather Vinci. “Children learn best through meaningful\, hands-on experiences\, time outdoors in nature\, and the freedom to follow their own curiosity. Our open houses are a wonderful opportunity for families to explore Montessori materials\, and see firsthand how joyful learning can be. We can’t wait to welcome our new neighbors this fall and officially open our doors on January 4.” \nMMS embraces a mixed-age model educating children ages 2.9 through 6. Also serving as a lead teacher\, Vinci and her partner have developed a rich learning environment combining Montessori materials in a warm\, home-like classroom where older children take on leadership roles among their peers. Students engage in gross motor development through yoga and mindfulness\, weekly enrichment in nature and music\, and ample outdoor time for students to connect and explore the world around them. \n\n\n\n\n\nVinci brings more than 14 years of experience as a lead primary teacher\, forest educator and summer camp director at The Riverbend School in South Natick\, and cofounded South Shore Montessori School in Cohasset in 2023. She holds an AMS Montessori credential from Northeast Montessori Institute and a master’s degree in leadership and policy in early education from Wheelock College at Boston University. \nMMS offers a full day program from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekdays\, a half day program from 8:30 to 11:30 am\, with morning care beginning at 7:30 am\, and extended day until 5 pm\, giving working families flexible options. \nMontessori-style learning was the innovation of Dr. Maria Montessori – physician\, educator\, advocate for world peace – and founder of the Montessori education method. Dr. Montessori developed her unique teaching model and materials in the early 1900’s\, still thriving today. Montessori educator certification is a two-year program\, incorporating the many facets of a Montessori environment\, from language\, math\, geography\, science\, nature\, sensorial and practical life – the cornerstone of the Montessori education. \n\nMontessori educators cultivate the naturally eager and capable qualities in children\, inspiring them to self-explore the initiation and pursuit of learning\, guided by their own interests. Educators deliver guidance through thoughtfully prepared\, age-appropriate activities and environment\, nurturing children’s cognitive\, social\, emotional\, and physical development. Students embrace the agency to self-select work\, leading to intrinsic motivation and sustained attention. \nTo register to attend an “Open House” (registration form TBA)\, or to learn more about MMS’s full\, half and extended day programs\, curriculum\, enrollment\, or to contact the directors\, visit meadowsmontessoriwestboro.com\, or call 508-296-0365. To connect on social media\, follow Meadows Montessori School on Facebook and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/meadows-montessori-school-open-house-westborough/
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SUMMARY:Americana Theatre's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 22 through Monday\, October 26\, 7 pm \nHistoric Union Church\, 29 South Main Street\, Carver \nTickets are $25 general admission\, subject to capacity\, at the door or americanatheatre.org/tickets \nAmericana Theatre Company presents an original\, one-actor adaptation of story classic “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\,” bringing Washington Irving’s haunting tale to life just in time for Halloween weekend. Created by Artistic Directors Derek Martin and Jesse Sullivan\, this original production has been performed nationally\, delivering Ichabod Crane’s eerie encounter with the Headless Horseman in a bold\, imaginative staging. Set at Carver’s historic Union Church—surrounded by old burial grounds—it’s the perfect place for a ghostly visit…you might even catch a glimpse of the Horseman himself! \nAmericana Theatre Company (ATC)\, Plymouth’s professional theatre company\, presents the spooky season classic as a one-man show “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\,” Halloween weekend at Historic Union Church\, 29 South Main Street\, Carver. Performances are held at 7 pm\,  Americana Theatre Company presents an original\, one-actor adaptation of story classic “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow\,” bringing Washington Irving’s haunting tale to life just in time for Halloween weekend. Created by Artistic Directors Derek Martin and Jesse Sullivan\, this original production has been performed nationally\, delivering Ichabod Crane’s eerie encounter with the Headless Horseman in a bold\, imaginative staging. Set at Carver’s historic Union Church—surrounded by old burial grounds—it’s the perfect place for a ghostly visit…you might even catch a glimpse of the Horseman himself! Originally written in 1820\, Washington Irving’s haunting narrative “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” tells the story of a local schoolmaster whose lonely journey home turns into a night of delightful terror when he is met on the road by the Headless Horseman. “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” features audience favorite actor Nick Hancock\, most recently featured as Uncle Fester in Americana’s production of “The Addams Family”. Hancock is a Sacramento-based performer\, choreographer\, writer\, director\, and teaching artist with a bachelor’s degree in musical theatre from Jessup University. Other performance credits include Long John Silver in “Treasure Island\,” Lee in “True West\,” Edward in “Big Fish\,” and Bob Cratchit in “A Christmas Carol.” Choreography credits include “Oklahoma!\,” “Big Fish\,” “Carrie: The Musical\,” “ Peter Pan\,” and “Footloose.” When not acting or choreographing\, he can be found teaching music\, dance\, and performance classes at various studios\, schools\, and programs on both coasts\, or singing in orchestral concerts and solo acts across the state of California. Americana Theatre Company will once again be performing :The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” at the Union Church on South Main Street in Carver. \nTo purchase tickets\, or for more information about Americana Theatre Company\, visit americanatheatre.org/tickets\, or call 508-591-0282. For the latest updates\, follow Americana Theatre Company on Facebook and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/americana-theatres-the-legend-of-sleepy-hollow/
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SUMMARY:MetWinds Fall Concert: There's a First Time for Everything
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 1\, 3 pm\, pre-concert lecture at 2:30 pm \nScottish Rite Museum\, 33 Marrett Road\, Lexington \nGabe Sanborn\, Debuting Music Director \nTickets: $20 adults\, $15 seniors\, $5 students\, free for children under age 5\, available in mid-August at eventbrite.com \nFree parking is available on site\, the Scottish Rite Museum is barrier-free for easy access \nMetWinds opens its 56th season of Greater Boston region concerts with a program built entirely around beginnings. “There’s a First Time for Everything” celebrates the debut works of some of the concert band repertoire’s most significant voices\, including John Mackey\, Frank Ticheli\, and Dana Wilson\, each represented by the very first piece they wrote or arranged for band. The program also resounds to Gustav Holst’s “First Suite in E-flat\,” the piece widely credited with establishing symphonic bands as a serious concert ensemble\, marking their place alongside orchestras. Fittingly\, the afternoon also marks a first of its own — the inaugural performance led by MetWinds’ new music director\, Gabe Southard. \n“There’s a First Time for Everything” features repertoire including Adam Gorb’s “Awayday\,” Holst’s “First Suite in E-flat for Military Band” (edited by Colin Matthews)\, John Mackey’s “Strange Humors\,” Dana Wilson’s “Piece of Mind\,” John Stevens’ “Benediction\,” and Frank Ticheli’s “Postcard.” \nDr. Robert “Gabe” Southard joined the faculty of Gordon College in 2022 as Associate Teaching Professor of Music\, where he conducts the Gordon Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Band. He previously served as Associate Professor of Music and Director of Bands at Hope College in Michigan\, leading the Winds and Brass area and the Instrumental Music Education area\, and earlier held posts as Wind Symphony conductor and flute instructor at the University of Michigan-Flint. Southard holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Conducting from Michigan State University\, along with master’s and bachelor’s degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Ithaca College. An active orchestrator\, his projects include a wind ensemble arrangement of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Symphony No. 2\, “Antar.” As a flutist\, Southard has performed as principal flute of the Holland Symphony Orchestra and with several other orchestras\, and in 2020 was named a Pearl Flute Artist. Southard was selected as MetWinds’ new music director after leading the ensemble through a season of guest-conducted concerts and takes the podium full time this season. \nMetWinds\, formally known as the Metropolitan Wind Symphony\, was founded in 1971 by Jerry Gardner\, and was honored with the Sudler Silver Scroll Award for Community Concert Bands from the John Philip Sousa Foundation. The all-volunteer ensemble draws more than 60 auditioned woodwind\, brass and percussion musicians from over 30 communities across Massachusetts and neighboring states\, and has called the town of Lexington home for 20 years. MetWinds is a longtime contributor to the region’s wind band literature through its Commissioning Fund and has helped shape the local music education landscape through programs including the Boston Festival of Bands and the Continuum series. \nMetWinds’ concerts are funded in whole or in part by local cultural councils\, chapters of Massachusetts Cultural Council\, and the National Endowment for the Arts. MetWinds also participates in the Card to Culture Program\, which offers reduced admission to EBT\, WIC and Health Connector cardholders. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit metwinds.org\, and follow MetWinds on Facebook\, Twitter\, YouTube and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/metwinds-fall-concert-theres-a-first-time-for-everything/
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SUMMARY:Boston Playwrights' Theatre's Fall Rep Festival
DESCRIPTION:Boston Playwrights’ Theatre (BPT)\, Boston University’s award-winning professional theatre dedicated to new work\, presents its “Fall Rep Festival\,” featuring two new plays running in repertory November 5 through 22 at 949 Commonwealth Avenue\, Boston: Yide Cai’s “White Phoenix\,” directed by Dmitry Troyanovsky\, and Rachel Beth Greene’s “Jessica of Venice\,” directed by Josh Glenn-Kayden. The pairing brings together two distinct worlds: a Chinese family torn apart across an ocean\, and an Orthodox Jewish community set in the present day. Performed on the same stage\, the two plays ask a shared question: what is the cost of crossing the distance between two worlds? \n\n\n\n\n\nTold by just two actors\, “White Phoenix” is a sweeping family drama that unfolds across decades and continents. The play follows a Chinese orphan who vows to find the sister he lost\, tracing his path to adulthood in China alongside a dangerous entanglement with the daughter of a powerful political family. Meanwhile\, his sister comes of age an ocean away\, adopted into a prominent American senatorial family and drawn into a secret romance of her own. As their two stories finally converge\, the siblings’ long-awaited reunion becomes a mirror for the fraught\, complicated relationship between their two countries. \nCai\, whose writing draws on classical Chinese drama\, particularly “The Peony Pavilion\,” built the epic for a cast of two on purpose. “The audience will serve as witness to the effort of two actors embodying four distinct\, almost opposite characters\,” he says. “It’s this magic of making something out of nothing. That’s what’s always special about theater: the imagination. Even though the two siblings spend the entire play trying to find each other\, the two actors playing them are together on stage the whole time.” \n\n\nCai is writing against the habit of treating nations as people. “We tend to assume the country or the government and the people who live in it are the same thing\,” he explains. “Instead of symbols\, my characters are the opposite: prisoners and victims of the countries they belong to. There is China everywhere in America\, like TikTok\, bubble tea and rare earth minerals\, and America everywhere in China\, like Starbucks and Hollywood movies. But neither side really wants to talk about it with clarity.” \n\n\nSet in the present day but steeped in Early Modern echoes\, “Jessica of Venice” follows a group of Orthodox Jewish schoolgirls who discover a banned copy of Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice” and become fascinated by its rebellious runaway daughter. For one restless teen caught between her tight-knit community and a budding crush outside it\, the discovery starts to blur the line between the story on the page and the life she’s beginning to imagine for herself. \nGreene\, a self-described Shakespeare buff\, grew up in the observant Jewish world she depicts. “Jessica is so often portrayed as selfish and coldhearted towards her father\,” she says. “But rarely is she considered within her context: as a curious\, sheltered young girl with big dreams. I too was raised in the observant Jewish world and understand how it feels to struggle with the practices of traditional religious life as an ambitious\, inquisitive teenager.” She links the play’s close reading of Shakespeare to Torah study\, where students read “between the lines” of texts centered on male protagonists to expand their understanding of the world. \n\n\n\n\n\nGreene writes with outsiders in mind. “I am acutely aware that most audience members will have never set foot in a Hasidic Jewish community\,” she notes. “Audiences should expect not to know every single word spoken onstage. But if I’ve done my job right\, that will not stand in the way of them understanding the story – in fact\, it might even help.” She adds that the play has no villain: “I believe these characters all act from a place of good\, if often mismatched\, intentions.” \nStaged side by side\, the two plays speak to each other. “A theme we have discovered that runs between our stories is the idea of characters who inhabit two separate worlds\, and the yearning to reach through the space between them\,” says Greene. For Cai\, the pairing points to a shared warning: “Heaven is in the making\, in the everyday life we already have\, with the people already around us. The moment we idolize or covet an elsewhere\, or an ‘other\,’ we create our own downfall.” \nBoth playwrights resist an easy verdict on what separation costs. “Before we ask whether the cost was worth it\, we need to acknowledge and honor the cost\, and the suffering of the people who bore it\,” says Cai. Greene leaves the question with the audience: “These conflicts are too intricate and fraught for a ‘right answer.’ I hope the audience leaves the theater pondering this very question.” \n“On the one hand\, it is devastating watching characters in these plays be willing to sacrifice almost anything to escape from the communities that made them\,” said BPT Artistic Director Megan Sandberg-Zakian. “But on the other\, there is something inspiring about characters who dream of a better world\, and believe\, against all odds\, that there is a place somewhere that will offer them the opportunity to feel fully themselves. It’s an inherently optimistic – and very American – kind of dramatic action.” \nThe creative teams include Stage Managers Jess Brennan* (“White Phoenix”) and Erin Lerch* (“Jessica of Venice”). *Appearing through an Agreement between Boston Playwrights’ Theatre and Actors’ Equity Association\, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. \n\n\nFall Rep Festival Details \n“White Phoenix” by Yide Cai\, directed by Dmitry Troyanovsky\, featuring Philip Zeng* as Li CunYi and Gabriel Bradford\, with Serena Zhu as Li CunXin and Zhao YanYan. \n*Appearing through an Agreement between Boston Playwrights’ Theatre and Actors’ Equity Association\, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. \nPerformances:  Select dates from Nov. 5 through 22 \n\n\nThursday\, November 5 at 7:00 pm \nFriday\, November 6 at 8:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 7 at 8:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 14 at 2:00 pm** \n\n\nSunday\, November 15 at 7:00 pm** \nThursday\, November 19 at 7:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 21 at 8:00 pm** \nSunday\, November 22 at 2:00 pm** \n\n\nPay-What-You-Want Previews: Thurs.\, Nov. 5\, 7 pm\, and Fri.\, Nov. 6\, 8 pm \nPost-show Conversation: Thursday\, November 19\, after the 7 pm performance \nContent transparency: “White Phoenix” contains an extended depiction of a consensual romantic relationship between adopted siblings. No violence is depicted onstage\, but the play contains descriptions of war\, political violence\, and international child trafficking. Details\, including spoilers: bostonplaywrights.org/ct/phoenix \n\n\n\n“Jessica of Venice” by Rachel Beth Greene\, directed by Josh Glenn-Kayden\, featuring Lindsey Wildstein as Shaina; Margo Segal as Aliza and Brooke; Ella Blumenthal as Hannah and Kaiden; Gavin Mariani as Logan; Dave Rabinow* as Shlomo; Jessica Golden as Rivka; and Luke Avilez Meisel as Rabbi Farkas and Mr. Burski. \n*Appearing through an Agreement between Boston Playwrights’ Theatre and Actors’ Equity Association\, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. \nPerformances: Select dates from Nov. 12 through 22 \n\n\nThursday\, November 12 at 7:00 pm \nFriday\, November 13 at 8:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 14 at 8:00 pm** \nSunday\, November 15 at 2:00 pm** \n\n\nWednesday\, November 18 at 7:00 pm \nFriday\, November 20 at 8:00 pm \nSaturday\, November 21 at 2:00 pm** \nSunday\, November 22 at 7:00 pm** \n\n\nPay-What-You-Want Previews: Thursday\, November 12\, 7 pm\, and Friday\, November 13\, 8 pm \nOpening/Press Night: Saturday\, November 14\, 8 pm\, followed by the Fall Rep Opening Reception \nPost-show Conversation: Saturday\, November 21\, after the 2 pm performance \nContent transparency: “Jessica of Venice” includes depictions of religious oppression\, antisemitism and misogyny. No violence is depicted onstage\, but the play does contain descriptions of graphic content including a sexual assault. Details\, including spoilers: bostonplaywrights.org/ct/jessica \n\n\n\nThe Fall Rep Pass** allows audiences to experience both plays on the same day on four dates: Saturday\, November 14 (“White Phoenix” at 2 pm\, “Jessica of Venice” at 8 pm\, followed by the Fall Rep Opening Reception); Sunday\, November 15 (“Jessica of Venice” at 2 pm\, “White Phoenix” at 7 pm); Saturday\, November 21 (“Jessica of Venice” at 2 pm\, “White Phoenix” at 8 pm); and Sunday\, November 22 (“White Phoenix” at 2 pm\, “Jessica of Venice” at 7 pm). The Fall Rep Pass\, $50 for both plays\, is available at bostonplaywrights.org. \nTickets are available exclusively at bostonplaywrights.org. Single tickets: $40 adults; $25 BU faculty/staff\, veterans and seniors (62+); $15 students with valid ID; free student rush for all students with valid ID\, available day-of-performance at the Box Office. Each production also offers Pay-What-You-Want previews\, where audiences select the amount they pay\, including $0. For group rates\, contact Matt Hecker at mattheck@bu.edu. \nBoston Playwrights’ Theatre is the only authorized seller of tickets for its productions. To ensure fair pricing and guaranteed entry\, tickets should be purchased exclusively through bostonplaywrights.org or the BPT box office. Tickets purchased through third-party sellers or unauthorized websites may be invalid\, overpriced\, or fraudulent. \nFor tickets\, the complete performance schedule\, and more information about the Fall Rep Festival\, visit bostonplaywrights.org\, and follow Boston Playwrights’ Theatre on Facebook and Instagram. \nAbout Boston Playwrights’ Theatre \n\nBoston Playwrights’ Theatre (BPT) is an award-winning professional theatre dedicated to new work for the stage\, founded in 1981 by Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott. Part of the Boston University Office for the Arts and led by Artistic Director Megan Sandberg-Zakian\, BPT produces a full season of new plays each year\, developmental readings of works in progress\, and the iconic Boston Theater Marathon\, an annual all-day “marathon” of new ten-minute plays by New England playwrights. BPT alumni have seen their work produced on Broadway\, on Netflix\, and at regional theatres across the country and around the world; they include Melinda Lopez\, Ronán Noone\, Molly Smith Metzler\, Alexis Scheer\, Eliana Pipes and Karen Zacarías. For more information\, visit bostonplaywrights.org\, and follow Boston Playwrights’ Theatre on Facebook and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/boston-playwrights-theatres-fall-rep-festival-2026/
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SUMMARY:Beetlejuice Jr. at The Company Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 6\, 7:30 pm; Saturday\, November 7\, 4:00 and 7:30 pm; Sunday\, November 8\, 1:00 and 4:00 pm \nThe Company Theatre Center for the Arts\, 30 Accord Park Drive\, Norwell \nTickets: $37 Standard\, $44 Premium\, available at https://ci.ovationtix.com/35067/production/1256984 \n  \n“It’s showtime!” The ghost-with-the-most\, a wacky crew of mortals and immortals\, and a (Nether)world of pandemonium are coming to haunt A.C.T. this November. With unabashed humor and emotional honesty\, this frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon is a wacky theatrical party for all! Say it with us (if you dare) – “Beetlejuice\, Beetlejuice\, …” \n  \nAbout The Company Theatre \nFounded in 1979 by Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman\, The Company Theatre (TCT) is an award-winning regional theatre\, a true treasure of Boston’s South Shore. The destination center for the arts produces 4 musicals\, 1 play\, 5 youth productions\, and a concert and special event series annually\, attracting more than 35\,000 patrons. The Academy of Company Theatre (ACT) offers year-round technical training in voice\, acting\, dance\, film and more to both youth and adults\, and the heart of ACT – its renowned summer workshop. \n  \nThe Company Theatre’s widely acclaimed integrity is rooted in presenting highly trained and dedicated actors\, live music performances\, lavish costuming\, elaborate set work\, as well as its outstanding educational programs. Its staff and artistic team are on a continuous quest for excellence by producing passionate\, energetic\, and professional quality performances. TCT attributes its success to its long-time dedicated staff and artisans who are proud to bring their craft to loyal patrons. \nThe Company Theatre’s box office is open on Mondays from 10 am to 5 pm\, Thursdays from 11 am to 6 pm\, and two hours before each performance.  For more information\, visit companytheatre.com\, email boxoffice@companytheatre.com\, call 781-871-2787\, or follow The Company Theatre on social media. \n  \nIn its dedication to sustaining the intrinsic value of music education\, A Swingin’ Affair supports middle and high school instrumental students through an education collaboration and fundraiser program\, offering world-class masterclasses led by top artists\, preserving the living history of swing and jazz culture with today’s aspiring musicians. \nTo learn more about A Swingin’ Affair big band\, its concerts or leadership\, or to explore opportunities for education and fundraiser collaboration programs\, visit aswinginaffair.com\, email aswinginaffairband@gmail.com\, or visit A Swingin’ Affair on Facebook\, Instagram\, or YouTube. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/beetlejuice-jr-at-the-company-theatre/
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SUMMARY:Meadows Montessori School Open House\, Westborough
DESCRIPTION:Meadows Montessori School (MMS)\, Westborough’s new Montessori-method educational preschool opening in January 2027\, presents two “Open House” events for families to explore. On Saturday\, October 24\, from 3 to 4:30 pm\, families are invited to a ‘Meadows Nature Day’ themed event\, featuring outdoor gross motor and nature activities in celebration of fall. On Saturday\, November 7\, 9:30 to 11 am\, the school welcomes families to a second “Open House” featuring a Bracken Hill Farms’ petting zoo\, with small goats\, alpacas and bunnies on site. Both events take place at the school’s new location\, situated at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church\, 183 West Main Street\, Westborough. Admission is free\, families are welcome\, and refreshments will be served. \n“We created Meadows Montessori to be a small\, community school where every child is known\,” shares MMS Cofounder Heather Vinci. “Children learn best through meaningful\, hands-on experiences\, time outdoors in nature\, and the freedom to follow their own curiosity. Our open houses are a wonderful opportunity for families to explore Montessori materials\, and see firsthand how joyful learning can be. We can’t wait to welcome our new neighbors this fall and officially open our doors on January 4.” \nMMS embraces a mixed-age model educating children ages 2.9 through 6. Also serving as a lead teacher\, Vinci and her partner have developed a rich learning environment combining Montessori materials in a warm\, home-like classroom where older children take on leadership roles among their peers. Students engage in gross motor development through yoga and mindfulness\, weekly enrichment in nature and music\, and ample outdoor time for students to connect and explore the world around them. \n\n\n\n\n\nVinci brings more than 14 years of experience as a lead primary teacher\, forest educator and summer camp director at The Riverbend School in South Natick\, and cofounded South Shore Montessori School in Cohasset in 2023. She holds an AMS Montessori credential from Northeast Montessori Institute and a master’s degree in leadership and policy in early education from Wheelock College at Boston University. \nMMS offers a full day program from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekdays\, a half day program from 8:30 to 11:30 am\, with morning care beginning at 7:30 am\, and extended day until 5 pm\, giving working families flexible options. \nMontessori-style learning was the innovation of Dr. Maria Montessori – physician\, educator\, advocate for world peace – and founder of the Montessori education method. Dr. Montessori developed her unique teaching model and materials in the early 1900’s\, still thriving today. Montessori educator certification is a two-year program\, incorporating the many facets of a Montessori environment\, from language\, math\, geography\, science\, nature\, sensorial and practical life – the cornerstone of the Montessori education. \n\nMontessori educators cultivate the naturally eager and capable qualities in children\, inspiring them to self-explore the initiation and pursuit of learning\, guided by their own interests. Educators deliver guidance through thoughtfully prepared\, age-appropriate activities and environment\, nurturing children’s cognitive\, social\, emotional\, and physical development. Students embrace the agency to self-select work\, leading to intrinsic motivation and sustained attention. \nTo register to attend an “Open House” (registration form TBA)\, or to learn more about MMS’s full\, half and extended day programs\, curriculum\, enrollment\, or to contact the directors\, visit meadowsmontessoriwestboro.com\, or call 508-296-0365. To connect on social media\, follow Meadows Montessori School on Facebook and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/meadows-montessori-school-open-house-westborough-2/
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SUMMARY:An Acoustic Affair at South Shore Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 8\, 12 noon\nSouth Shore Conservatory\, One Conservatory Drive\, Hingham \nLearn more at sscmusic.org \n“An Acoustic Affair” is a fun\, hands-on event for students who love pop\, rock\, and folk music in an acoustic setting. The event kicks off with a live performance featuring SSC faculty alongside student musicians\, highlighting the creativity\, musicianship\, and connections that make acoustic music so engaging. \nParticipants then dive into interactive faculty-led masterclasses to explore a variety of topics designed to help them grow as performers and collaborators. The event wraps up with an open jam session where students play together\, try out new ideas\, and make music in a relaxed\, supportive environment. \nWhether you sing or play guitar\, piano\, bass\, percussion\, or another acoustic instrument\, “An Acoustic Affair” is a great opportunity to learn something new\, connect with other musicians\, and enjoy a day of making music together. \nAbout South Shore Conservatory \nSouth Shore Conservatory (SSC) is a community school for the arts on Boston’s South Shore\, welcoming individuals of all ages and abilities. With campuses in Hingham and Duxbury\, SSC’s programs provide creative opportunities for lifelong learning through outstanding faculty and nationally recognized offerings in music instruction\, ensembles\, dance\, early childhood education\, creative arts therapy\, performance\, and community and school partnerships.  Learn more at sscmusic.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/an-acoustic-affair-at-south-shore-conservatory/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Calligraphy Workshop: Holiday Cards at American Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:November 14\, 1 to 3 pm\nAmerican Ancestors\, 97 Newbury Street\, Boston\nFee: $25\, including materials\, available at my.americanancestors.org/3821/4015 \nGet ready for the upcoming holiday season by creating a beautifully hand-lettered card for a friend or loved one! This two-hour workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to explore the timeless art of calligraphy. Esther N\, founder of Maker’s Favourite Designs\, will teach you a brief history of calligraphy\, basic strokes and techniques\, letter formation\, and how to bring letters together into beautiful words using a brush pen. \nJoin us on the second floor of American Ancestors at the Brue Family Learning Center and receive hands-on practice with guided instruction\, plenty of encouragement\, and all the tools you need. By the end\, you’ll have a beautiful holiday card or note to give to someone special. \nThe ticket price includes all necessary tools needed for the workshop\, including soft and hard tip Fudenosuke Brush Pens and cardstock. \nEsther of Maker’s Favourite Designs has honed her skills in calligraphy\, engraving\, and hand lettering over nearly a decade\, bringing meticulous precision and passion to her work. Whether lettering name cards\, engraving glassware and bottles at on-site events\, addressing envelopes\, or designing artistic pieces that explore the breadth of calligraphic styles\, Esther pours her heart into her creations to ensure the highest quality and care goes into each piece.\nShe is trained in traditional pointed-pen and broad-edge calligraphy scripts\, but is also proficient in modern brush lettering. She has collaborated with individuals\, small businesses\, and multinational corporations on projects big and small. She continues to expand her skill set by engaging with the calligraphy community\, undertaking individual and group study of new techniques\, and has even begun teaching beginners’ lettering lessons of her own to invite others along on her artistic journey. In everything she does\, Esther’s love of the written word shines through.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/introduction-to-calligraphy-workshop-holiday-cards/
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SUMMARY:Music of Latin America with Tutti Music Collective
DESCRIPTION: Tutti Music Collective (TMC) presents its fall concert “Music of Latin America\,” exploring Latin music genres spanning the Caribbean Islands to the Andean Mountains\, on Saturday\, November 14\, 3 to 6 pm\, Boynton Yards\, 101 South Street\, Somerville. The concert features Tutti Music Collective’s chorus in collaboration with four local bands\, including a Merengue band\, a tango quartet\, the TMC Latin Band\, and the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble\, performing Latin jazz and other Latin music genres. \n\n\n\n\n\n“Music of Latin America” blends choral and instrumental repertoire in a celebration of the music of Latin America. From bossa to bachata\, from ranchera to rumba\, Tejano to tango\, Latin music spans a wide variety of genres and cultural experiences\, with roots in West and Central Africa\, Spain\, Portugal and the Indigenous communities of Central and South America and the Caribbean islands. It is a long and storied history\, sometimes painful\, sometimes beautiful and always worth exploring. Audiences are invited to share in the joy and heartbreak of this music\, and to join in a participating in or witnessing a dance party to close the afternoon – a festive\, all-ages celebration for the whole family. \n“I’m looking forward to working on our Latin American concert with the Tutti Music Collective\,” shared Javier Márquez\, composer\, TMC choir and Board member. “This versatile ensemble has brought life to many wonderful concerts before\, and I have no doubt our musicians will mesmerize with their performance and honor the rich Latinx musical heritage with this program.”  \n\n\n\nTMC Chorus\, directed by Elijah Langille\, courtesy image\n\nTutti Music Collective is committed to showcasing the music of local minority\, LGBTQIA+\, and living composers. It believes that concert music should reflect the diversity of the world in which we live. The Collective strives to create spaces where all musicians’ voices are heard and celebrated. Through its performances\, it aspires to engage audiences while championing inclusivity and equity in the arts.  Learn more at thetuttimusiccollective.org. \nTutti Music Collective is committed to showcasing the music of local minority\, LGBTQIA+\, and living composers. It believes that concert music should reflect the diversity of the world in which we live. The Collective strives to create spaces where all musicians’ voices are heard and celebrated. Through its performances\, it aspires to engage audiences while championing inclusivity and equity in the arts.  Learn more at thetuttimusiccollective.com. \nTickets to “Music of Latin America” are $12.50 to $50\, available at Eventbrite.com. The concert is open to all ages\, doors open at 2:30 pm. Boynton Yards offers an accessible wheelchair-accessible entrance\, seating and restrooms. Enter at the main doors below the “101 South Street” entrance and follow the signs to the first-floor conference and performance space.  Free parking is available in the lot at 0 Windsor Street\, across from building at 808 Windsor Street in Somerville. \nFor more information about Tutti Music Collective\, visit thetuttimusiccollective.com. For more information about the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble\, visit revolutionarysnakeensemble.org.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/journey-through-latin-music-with-tutti-music-collective/
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SUMMARY:SSC Presents: New York Voices Farewell Tour
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 15\, 3 pm\nScituate Center for the Performing Arts\, 606 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy\, Scituate \nTickets $33 to $60 at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/37102/production/1286247?performanceId=11853577 \nThis special South Shore Conservatory Premier Concert Series performance delivers the last chance to experience New York Voices live\, as the internationally-celebrated vocal jazz ensemble brings its farewell tour to Scituate Center for the Performing Arts. Known for dazzling close harmony\, swing\, and sophisticated jazz-pop arrangements\, New York Voices has set the standard for vocal ensemble artistry for decades. This special concert is both a celebration and a farewell — a rare opportunity to hear their signature sound\, impeccable musicianship\, and warm stage presence one final time on the South Shore. \nAbout South Shore Conservatory \nSouth Shore Conservatory (SSC) is a community school for the arts on Boston’s South Shore\, welcoming individuals of all ages and abilities. With campuses in Hingham and Duxbury\, SSC’s programs provide creative opportunities for lifelong learning through outstanding faculty and nationally recognized offerings in music instruction\, ensembles\, dance\, early childhood education\, creative arts therapy\, performance\, and community and school partnerships.  Learn more at sscmusic.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/ssc-presents-new-york-voices-farewell-tour/
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SUMMARY:Inking History: Charles Schulz’s Peanuts & American Revolution at American Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:November 20\, 4 to 5:15 pm \nOnline webinar. Live broadcast will be recorded; registrants will receive a link to the video post-event \nAdmission: Free\, register at hubs.americanancestors.org/inking-history-charles-schulzs-peanuts-and-the-american-revolution \n\nThe World-Famous World War I Flying Ace\, Joe Cool\, and the world’s most recognized beagle\, Snoopy\, added another persona in the late 1990s: The Revolutionary War Patriot. Join Benjamin L. Clark\, curator of the Charles M. Schulz Museum in Santa Rosa\, California\, when he sheds light on and tells stories about cartoonist Charles Schulz’s love of history and his process for creating the iconic comic strip\, “Peanuts.” \n\nBenjamin L. Clark has served as the curator of the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center since 2018. He has worked in museums since 2003 and currently leads the team that preserves and interprets Schulz’s legacy at the museum and around the globe. Benjamin is the co-author of the Eisner Award-winning book “Charles M. Schulz: The Art and Life of the Peanuts Creator in 100 Objects.” His work has been featured in The Washington Post\, CBS Sunday Morning\, and NPR’s Morning Edition. \n\nCurt DiCamillo is American Ancestors’ Curator of Fine Art. As part of the Education team\, he curates American Ancestors’ large art collection\, lectures around the world\, and hosts the celebrated American Ancestors Art & Architecture webinar series.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/inking-history-charles-schulzs-peanuts-american-revolution-at-american-ancestors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T150000
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SUMMARY:SSC Youth Orchestra Fall Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 22\, 3 pm \nDuxbury Performing Arts Center\, 73 Alden Street\, Duxbury \nTickets are $15 for adults\, ages 18 and under attend for free \nLearn more at sscmusic.org/sscyo/ \n  \nSouth Shore Conservatory (SSC) presents its SSC Youth Orchestra’s annual fall concert on Sunday\, November 22\, 3 pm at the Duxbury Performing Arts Center at 73 Alden Street\, Duxbury.  This performance showcases the exceptional musical talents of young musicians from across the South Shore.or \nAbout South Shore Conservatory \nSouth Shore Conservatory (SSC) is a community school for the arts on Boston’s South Shore\, welcoming individuals of all ages and abilities. With campuses in Hingham and Duxbury\, SSC’s programs provide creative opportunities for lifelong learning through outstanding faculty and nationally recognized offerings in music instruction\, ensembles\, dance\, early childhood education\, creative arts therapy\, performance\, and community and school partnerships.  Learn more at sscmusic.org.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/ssc-youth-orchestra-fall-concert/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221
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SUMMARY:Disney’s Frozen at The Company Theatre
DESCRIPTION:mNovember 27 through December 20; Fridays\, 7:30 pm; Saturdays and Sundays\, 3 pm\nAdditional performances: Thursday\, December 17\, 7:30 pm\, and Saturday\, December 19\, 7:30 pm \nThe Company Theatre Center for the Arts\, 30 Accord Park Drive\, Norwell \nTickets: $62 to $69\, plus a temporary restoration fee\, available at ci.ovationtix.com/35067/production/1255535 \n\nLove is a force of nature in this enchanting tale\, based on the Oscar-winning animated feature film. This Broadway version of Disney’s “Frozen” features an adult cast bringing magic\, music\, and spectacle to the stage\, enhanced by stunning scenery and celestial lighting effects. Don’t miss the area premiere of this holiday offering for all ages; an unforgettable journey of sisterhood and the enduring power of love.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/disneys-frozen-at-the-company-theatre/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261224
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SUMMARY:Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol\,” A Solo Tour with Neil McGarry
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Ross MacDonald\, starring Actor Neil McGarry \n2026 13th Season Tour: \n  \n  \nFriday\, November 27 & 28\, 7 pm; Sunday\, November 29\, 2 pm \nAuburn Public Theatre\, Auburn\, NY \nTickets: advance online $25\, at the door $32 \n  \nSunday\, December 6\, 2 pm \nThe Rogue Theatre\, Tucson\, AZ \nTickets: $49 \n  \nMonday\, December 7\, 3 and 7 pm \nCommunity Performance & Art Center\, Green Valley\, AZ \nTickets: $32 \n  \nWednesday\, December 9\, 7 pm \nNewton Presbyterian Church\, Newton\, MA \nTickets: TBA \n  \nThursday\, December 10\, and Saturday\, December 12\, 2:30 pm \nSaco River Theatre\, Buxton\, ME \nTickets: $25 \n  \nFriday\, December 11\, 7 pm \nThacher Hall\, Yarmouth Port\, MA \nTickets: $25 \n  \nSunday\, December 13\, 3 pm \nSpire Center for Performing Arts\, Plymouth\, MA \nTickets: $29-34 \n  \nFriday\, December 18\, 8 pm and Saturday\, December 19\, 2 pm \nVokes Players Theatre\, Wayland\, MA \nTickets: TBA \n  \nSunday\, December 20\, 3 pm \nSandwich Arts Alliance’s Glasstown Stage\, Sandwich\, MA \nTickets: $30 members\, $25 non-members \n  \nWednesday\, December 23\, 7 pm \nHyannis Arts Hall\, 81 Willow Avenue\, Hyannis\, MA \nTickets: $32-35 \n\nRun time: 2 hours\, including a 10-minute intermission \nActor Neil McGarry tours his award-winning solo performance of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” for the thirteenth year\, across the U.S. in December 2026. Directed by Ross MacDonald\, McGarry’s performance was named “Best of Boston” by critic Jules Becker and won “Best Solo Performance” from the Independent Reviewers of New England in 2014. \nArmed only with a bare stage and Dickens’ glorious words\, McGarry delivers the perennial holiday classic in a tour de force that has left audiences riveted from Boston to Prague. Joyous\, witty\, and captivating\, “A Christmas Carol” is a fully staged\, full-throated leap into Dickens’ most famous story\, delivered with a simplicity that disarms and touches the heart. \nFor the last twelve years\, December has found McGarry\, lugging his trunk\, on the road with “A Christmas Carol.” He began in 2013\, touring Cape Cod and Massachusetts’s South Shore. By 2018 and 2019\, “A Christmas Carol” was being seen on stages across the European continent\, as well as Ireland and the U.K.\, with performances in Innsbruck\, Dublin\, London\, Bath\, Basel\, Brunico\, Dusseldorf\, Geneva\, Co. Leitrim\, and Prague. From 2021 to 2025\, McGarry was on the road here at home for five sold-out seasons. This year’s tour begins in upstate New York at the Auburn Public Theatre\, then heads west to Arizona with performances at the Rogue Theatre in Tucson and CPAC in Green Valley\, before returning home to New England for performances at Newton Presbyterian Church; Saco River Theatre in Buxton\, Maine; Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth; Vokes Players Theatre in Wayland; and on Cape Cod at Thacher Hall in Yarmouth Port\, Sandwich Arts Alliance at the Glasstown Stage in Sandwich\, and Hyannis Arts Hall. \nAbout Neil McGarry\nA professional actor for over thirty years\, Neil McGarry received his training at the National Shakespeare Conservatory and is the founder and former Artistic Director of The Bay Colony Shakespeare Company. Recent work includes “The Weight” (with Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe)\, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and is currently playing in cinemas; N. Richard Nash’s “The Rainmaker” (Hyannis Arts Hall\, Plymouth Center for the Arts\, and Glasstown Stage); Noël Coward’s “Private Lives” (Saco River Theatre); “Eine Billion Dollars” and “Miss Fallaci” (as actor Joseph Cotten) for Paramount Plus\, streaming on Apple TV; “Masas/Sisters” (“Best Film” and “Best Director” at the Warsaw International Film Festival\, and multiple other awards in film festivals across Europe); and “Hill of Vision.” “Sisters” and “Hill of Vision” are currently streaming on Amazon Prime. McGarry has made multiple appearances with the Cape Symphony\, Plymouth Philharmonic\, and the Fremont Symphony in California. For more information\, visit neilmcgarry.com.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/charles-dickens-a-christmas-carol-neil-mcgarry/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T210000
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SUMMARY:Symphonic Christmas Spectacular with Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, December 4\, 7:30 pm\nEast Weymouth Congregational Church\, 1320 Commercial Street\, East Weymouth\nTickets: $20 general admission\, $30 per family\, available in advance at zeffy.com or facebook.com/sanctuaryhall \nSoutheastern Philharmonic Orchestra\, conducted by Nathaniel Meyer\, presents its “Symphonic Christmas Spectacular\,” ringing in the holiday season with a festive evening of orchestral music at East Weymouth Congregational Church. \nAbout Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra\nConsidered the oldest continual civic orchestra in the country\, Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) was founded in 1914 as the Whitman Orchestral Club. The orchestra’s mission is to provide fun and experience for musicians and audiences of all ages and levels of accomplishment. Learn more at southeasternphil.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/symphonic-christmas-spectacular-spo/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20261016T160243Z
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SUMMARY:Seven Joys of Christmas: Music to Celebrate the Season with Pilgrim Festival Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, 7:30 pm\, and Sunday\, December 6\, 1 pm and 4 pm\nThe Church of the Pilgrimage\, 8 Town Square\, Plymouth\nTickets: $25 general\, $20 seniors and students over 18\, free for children 18 and under and Card to Culture attendees\, available at pilgrimfestivalchorus.org\, limited availability at the door \nPilgrim Festival Chorus (PFC)\, a 60-member premier community choral ensemble comprised of experienced vocalists from over 15 South Shore communities\, presents its winter concert\, “Seven Joys of Christmas: Music to Celebrate the Season.” The program includes several different types of carols by well-known composers such as Mendelssohn and Vaughan Williams\, as well as delightful contemporary music by Elaine Hagenberg\, Shawn Kirchner\, and Eric Whitacre. The centerpiece of the concert is Kirke Mechem’s 1964 suite of carols from different countries\, “Seven Joys of Christmas\,” which focuses on the various “joys” that come with this festive season. \n  \nAbout Pilgrim Festival Chorus \nPilgrim Festival Chorus (PFC) is a 60-member premier community choral ensemble\, comprised of experienced vocalists from over 15 South Shore communities. PFC is under the artistic direction of William B. Richter and Elizabeth Chapman Reilly. The chorus is dedicated to presenting diverse choral works that educate\, enrich\, and engage both its members and its audiences. A typical season begins with a festive holiday concert in early December. In mid-December\, PFC hosts its annual “Celebrate! Messiah and Carol Sing” where the audience is invited to become the chorus in one of the most famous choral pieces ever written. The spring concert often features a larger work with orchestra and soloists. In June\, Pilgrim Festival Singers\, an ensemble of PFC\, performs concerts with repertoire drawn from Broadway and American traditions. Smaller volunteer groups serve the community by engaging in appearances at various local events. \n  \nPFC is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program. Pilgrim Festival Chorus is supported\, in part\, by grants from Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency\, and its local cultural councils in Plymouth and Scituate. \n  \nFor more information visit pilgrimfestivalchorus.org. Follow Pilgrim Festival Chorus on Facebook and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/seven-joys-of-christmas-music-pfc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T150000
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SUMMARY:SSC School of Dance Presents ‘The Nutcracker’
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, and Sunday\, December 6\, 1 pm\nDuxbury Performing Arts Center\, 73 Alden Street\, Duxbury \nTickets: $10 to $25\, children under age 5 attend for free\, at sscmusic.org/nutcracker \n\nExperience the magic of “The Nutcracker” as SSC School of Dance presents this beloved holiday classic for the first time ever! This student-centered production is choreographed specifically for SSC dancers\, giving students the opportunity to bring the story to life while showcasing their artistry\, dedication\, and growth. From Clara’s magical journey to the Land of Sweets\, this special production celebrates the joy of dance and the talented students who make it possible. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/ssc-school-of-dance-presents-the-nutcracker/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T180000
DTSTAMP:20261016T161038Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary-Era Dancing Workshop at American Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:December 5\, 4 to 6 pm \nAmerican Ancestors\, 97 Newbury Street\, Boston \nFee: $25\, available at my.americanancestors.org/3821/4017 \n  \nParty like it’s 1776! Join us for an afternoon of merriment as Barbara Pugliese\, Artistic Director of Commonwealth Vintage Dancers\, teaches dances reconstructed from eighteenth-century sources. In no time\, you’ll be dancing across American Ancestors’ historic rotunda to lively\, historic tunes! Revolutionary-era refreshments will be served should you wish to take a short reprieve from the revelry! No partner and no prior dance experience are needed\, though participants should be able to walk briskly and follow directions. \n  \nAbout American Ancestors \nAmerican Ancestors® is a national nonprofit center for family history\, heritage & culture based in Boston\, Massachusetts\, that has been setting the gold standard for genealogical research since its founding in 1845. Today\, American Ancestors serves 400K+ members and subscribers through AmericanAncestors.org\, one of the world’s largest online collections of family history resources. In 2025\, American Ancestors launched the Family Heritage Experience\, an interactive\, state-of-the-art exhibition that introduces visitors to the joy of family history research\, located at 97 Newbury Street at our headquarters in Boston. American Ancestors is also home to the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center\, which preserves New England’s Jewish history\, and 10 Million Names\, a project dedicated to finding the names of the enslaved men\, women\, and children in pre- and post-colonial America before emancipation. For more information\, visit americanancestors.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/revolutionary-era-dancing-workshop-at-american-ancestors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T180000
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SUMMARY:Sing We Noel: Songs of Peace and Joy with Concord Women's Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, 4 pm \nTrinity Episcopal Church\, 81 Elm Street\, Concord \nTickets:$30 per person\, at simpletix.com/e/sing-we-noel-songs-of-peace-and-joy-tickets-293491 and at the door\, limited to capacity \n  \nFrom a vast catalogue of traditional carols and anthems\, Concord Women’s Chorus (CWC) offers luxurious arrangements of some of the genre’s best and most-beloved tunes. Mendelssohn’s exquisite writing for women’s voices (“Laudate Pueri” and “Veni Pueri”) leads the concert\, giving way to sweeping arrangements of “Away in a Manger\,” “Angels We Have Heard on High\,” “Sing We Now of Christmas” and more. Witty and harmonically rich arrangements are heard in Michele Weir’s jazz versions of “Winter Wonderland\,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and others. Dan Forrest’s gorgeous “Shalom” completes the concert – a heartfelt audience favorite. \n  \nGuest artist Kenneth Mok\, violinist\, is one of Boston’s best\, having appeared as a soloist with orchestras including Collegium Musicum Hong Kong\, Boston Chamber Orchestra\, UMass Boston Chamber Orchestra\, and Hong Kong Baptist University Orchestra. Closing with a rousing carol sing-along\, the program is sure to please and add joy and warmth to a chilly winter afternoon. \n  \nCWC is pleased to announce our participation in the Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program in collaboration with the Department of Transitional Assistance and hundreds of organizations by making cultural programming accessible to those for whom cost is a barrier.  We offer two $10 tickets per EBT cardholder. \n  \nFor more information\, performance details or to join Concord Women’s Chorus\, email manager@concordwomenschorus.org visit concordwomenschorus.org\, or follow Concord Women’s Chorus on Facebook and Instagram. \n  \nAbout Concord Women’s Chorus \nConcord Women’s Chorus (CWC)\, based in Concord\, Massachusetts\, is a 45-singer ensemble fostering the power in women’s voices through song. Singers hail from Concord and the greater Boston area. Artistic Director Jane Ring Frank conducts the chorus performing a wide variety of choral music\, ranging from early music to contemporary repertoire\, with an emphasis on works written for women’s voices. \n  \nThe chorus began in 1960 as the Concord Madrigals\, a small group of women who expressed\, through song\, the strength of female community. Over the years the group has increased in size and capacity and greatly expanded its repertoire. In 2005\, the Concord Madrigals became Concord Women’s Chorus\, a name that reflects not only the evolution of the chorus but the abiding power of women’s voices. \n  \nIn addition to concerts\, CWC often engages in other performances and projects. The ensemble has engaged in several concert tours in the United States\, Canada\, and Great Britain. For more information or to join CWC\, email manager@concordwomenschorus.org\, visit concordwomenschorus.org\, or follow Concord Women’s Chorus on Facebook and Instagram. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/sing-we-noel-songs-of-peace-and-joy-with-concord-womens-chorus/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T210000
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SUMMARY:MetWinds' Holiday Pops: Ring in the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Mark Olson\, guest conductor \nSaturday\, December 5\, 7 pm\, cocktail hour at 6 pm \nSt. John of Damascus Church\, 300 West Street\, Dedham \nTickets: $20 adults\, free for children under 15\, available at stjohn.org/pops\, and at the door to capacity \nFree parking is available on site \n\nMetWinds’ popular Holiday Pops concert returns for an evening filled with festive music\, holiday spirit\, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate with friends and family. Guest conductor Mark Olson leads the MetWinds in a joyful program of holiday favorites and seasonal surprises sure to put you in the holiday mood. Make the evening a special holiday outing\, beginning with a festive cocktail hour at St. John’s before the concert. Afterward\, linger for delicious desserts and coffee while enjoying the warmth and beauty of this lovely venue. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season! Whether this is a cherished annual tradition or your first Holiday Pops with MetWinds\, join us for an evening of music\, celebration\, and good cheer. Proceeds from the concert benefit our rehearsal home\, the Church of St. John of Damascus. \n\nAbout MetWinds \nMetWinds\, formally known as the Metropolitan Wind Symphony\, was founded in 1971 by Jerry Gardner\, and was honored with the Sudler Silver Scroll Award for Community Concert Bands from the John Philip Sousa Foundation. The all-volunteer ensemble draws more than 60 auditioned woodwind\, brass and percussion musicians from over 30 communities across Massachusetts and neighboring states\, and has called the town of Lexington home for 20 years. MetWinds is a longtime contributor to the region’s wind band literature through its Commissioning Fund and has helped shape the local music education landscape through programs including the Boston Festival of Bands and the Continuum series. \n\nMetWinds’ concerts are funded in whole or in part by local cultural councils\, chapters of Massachusetts Cultural Council\, and the National Endowment for the Arts. MetWinds also participates in the Card to Culture Program\, which offers reduced admission to EBT\, WIC and Health Connector cardholders. \n\nFor tickets and more information\, visit metwinds.org\, email info@metwinds.org\, or call 978-419-1697\, and follow MetWinds on Facebook\, YouTube and Instagram.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/metwinds-holiday-pops-ring-in-the-holidays/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20261016T154655Z
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SUMMARY:Jack Welch Residencies: Free Readings of ‘Everything After’ and ‘Miller Hill’
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 6\, 1 pm and 5 pm\nBoston Playwrights’ Theatre\, 949 Commonwealth Ave.\, Boston\nAdmission is free; reservations are required at bostonplaywrights.org/jack-welch-residencies \nBoston Playwrights’ Theatre (BPT) presents free public readings of two new plays developed through its annual Jack Welch Residencies. The readings close a week of development with each playwright\, running December 1 through 6. \nAt 1 pm\, the Jack Welch Developmental Residency presents “Everything After” by Masha Obolensky\, directed by Shawn LaCount. It’s a fabulist tale about showing up for the people you love. Two siblings\, ages 15 and 12\, are coping with their mother’s departure when their long-absent father returns. Each must go on a separate journey to break the cycles of abandonment in their family. Reserve at ci.ovationtix.com/168/production/1293782 \nAt 5 pm\, the Jack Welch Developmental Fellowship presents “Miller Hill” by Sinan Ünel\, directed by Scott Edmiston. Late one night\, Greg visits the Provincetown pier looking for a ghost in a fishing boat. He wants to say goodbye to an old friend before he and Paul leave town. Spanning the AIDS epidemic and its losses\, the play follows the lifelong friendship of four men in a Provincetown where past and present\, the living and the dead\, and memory and imagination meet. Reserve at ci.ovationtix.com/168/production/1293781 \nThe Jack Welch Fund for Playwrights gives Boston Playwrights’ Theatre endowed support each year to develop new work by playwrights. The fund was seeded by the estate of Jack Welch\, who died in 2017\, in keeping with his wishes. He was a longtime champion of Boston’s theatre community through Baker’s Plays\, StageSource\, the Massachusetts Young Playwrights’ Project and the Boston Theater Marathon. \nAbout Boston Playwrights’ Theatre \nBoston Playwrights’ Theatre\, founded in 1981 by Nobel Laureate Derek Walcott\, is an award-winning professional theatre dedicated to new work for the stage. Located on the campus of Boston University and led by Artistic Director Megan Sandberg-Zakian\, BPT is home to the Boston University MFA in Playwriting Program and produces a full season of new plays each year\, along with the annual Boston Theater Marathon and a festival for teenage writers. \nFor tickets\, the complete performance schedule\, and more information about the Fall Rep Festival\, visit bostonplaywrights.org\, or follow Boston Playwrights’ Theatre on Facebook and Instagram. Boston Playwrights’ Theatre is the only authorized seller of tickets for its productions; tickets are available exclusively at bostonplaywrights.org.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/jack-welch-residencies-free-readings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T150000
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SUMMARY:SSC School of Dance Presents ‘The Nutcracker’
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 5\, and Sunday\, December 6\, 1 pm\nDuxbury Performing Arts Center\, 73 Alden Street\, Duxbury \nTickets: $10 to $25\, children under age 5 attend for free\, at sscmusic.org/nutcracker \n\nExperience the magic of “The Nutcracker” as SSC School of Dance presents this beloved holiday classic for the first time ever! This student-centered production is choreographed specifically for SSC dancers\, giving students the opportunity to bring the story to life while showcasing their artistry\, dedication\, and growth. From Clara’s magical journey to the Land of Sweets\, this special production celebrates the joy of dance and the talented students who make it possible.
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/ssc-school-of-dance-presents-the-nutcracker-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T163000
DTSTAMP:20261016T162356Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Concert with Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 6\, 2:30 pm \nWhitman Town Hall\, 54 South Avenue\, Whitman \nAdmission is free; donations to the Whitman Food Pantry are gladly accepted \n  \nSoutheastern Philharmonic Orchestra\, conducted by Nathaniel Meyer\, presents its annual “Holiday Concert” at Whitman Town Hall\, a free afternoon of seasonal favorites for the whole community. Concertgoers are invited to bring donations for the Whitman Food Pantry. The “Holiday Concert” is sponsored by the Whitman Cultural Council\, a local agency supported by Mass Cultural Council. \n  \nAbout Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra \nConsidered the oldest continual civic orchestra in the country\, Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) was founded in 1914 as the Whitman Orchestral Club.  The orchestra’s mission is to provide fun and experience for musicians and audiences of all ages and levels of accomplishment. Learn more at southeasternphil.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/holiday-concert-with-southeastern-philharmonic-orchestra/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T180000
DTSTAMP:20261016T162648Z
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SUMMARY:A Holiday Celebration with Choral Art Society of the South Shore
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 6\, 4 pm \nScituate Center for the Performing Arts (at Scituate High School)\, 606 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy\, Scituate \nTickets: $25 general admission\, $10 Card to Culture holders\, free for ages 18 and under\, available at choralartsociety.org \n  \nThe Choral Art Society of the South Shore\, led by Artistic Director and Conductor Danica A. Buckley\, invites audiences to an afternoon of wonderful music\, holiday spirit\, and community singing. With professional soloists\, a chamber ensemble and pianist Edward Poston\, the chorus shares the glorious Christmas portion of Handel’s “Messiah\,” including the beloved “Hallelujah” chorus – and this time\, audience members won’t just listen\, they’ll have a chance to join in and sing it\, too! \n  \nThe holiday celebration also includes Judith Clurman and David Chase’s beautiful Hanukkah piece\, “Eight Days of Lights\,” familiar seasonal favorites\, and a joyful audience carol sing\, from “O Come\, All Ye Faithful” to “Jingle Bells” and “Deck the Hall.” Bringing audiences together across traditions\, generations\, and musical tastes\, there’s something for everyone – whether a love of the grandeur of “Messiah\,” the warmth of a familiar carol\, or the fun of singing with a crowd. \n  \nAbout Choral Art Society of the South Shore \nis an educational\, non-profit organization dedicated to bringing outstanding choral music to the picturesque communities of Massachusetts’ South Shore. Our members and audience are from every community in the area\,  including the many cities and towns of Norfolk and Plymouth Counties. Averaging 60 members\, CAS has been a stalwart in the New England choral community since 1958. For more than 65 years\, CAS has performed an extensive repertoire of choral music from the Renaissance to the 21st century with professional orchestra and soloists. Known for the exceptional quality of its concerts\, CAS has set the standard on the South Shore. \n  \nCAS singers and audiences experience the great classical works of such composers as Bach\, Mozart\, Beethoven\, Vivaldi\, Brahms\, Fauré\, Haydn\, Puccini\, and Schubert as well as more contemporary composers such as Britten\, Rutter\, and Vaughan Williams. No two concerts are alike\, and they represent musical offerings that span hundreds of years\, a multitude of nationalities\, and musical styles from oratorios to American spirituals. The quality of CAS concerts springs from a single common bond shared by all members — a love of singing and sharing outstanding music with our community. From the known to the new; from the emotional power of large choral works to the tenderness of smaller a cappella pieces; from dramatic and innovative contemporary works to lighthearted seasonal music — CAS does it all. \n  \nWe welcome singers of all ages twice a year ahead of our Winter and Spring concert seasons (once in September and once in January). Our members have a wide range of musical experience — though previous training and choral singing is helpful; it is not a requirement to sing. Each season begins with two open rehearsals that allow new people to join us in song. Members are always welcome to sing in one or both seasons.  Learn more at choralartsociety.org. \n 
URL:https://mcgrathpr.com/event/holiday-celebration-choral-art-society-of-the-south-shore/
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SUMMARY:An Americana Christmas Carol with Americana Theatre Co.
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, December 11 through Monday\, December 21\, 7 pm (no performance Monday\, December 14) \nPlymouth Center for the Arts\, 11 North Street\, Plymouth \nTickets: $40 adults\, $35 students and seniors\, at americanatheatre.org/tickets \nRun time: 90 minutes\, content is appropriate for all ages \n  \nAmericana Theatre Company (ATC)\, Plymouth’s professional theatre company\, reprises its original work “An Americana Christmas Carol\,” written by ATC Co-Artistic Directors Derek Grant Martin and Jesse M. Sullivan. \n  \nIn ATC’s “An Americana Christmas Carol\,” the show must go on! It’s opening night of “A Christmas Carol\,” produced by formerly married couple Charles and Isabella Richardson\, and everything has gone awry. Isabella is desperately trying to hold the production together\, as Charles wreaks havoc on the cast\, while portraying the role of angry\, cruel\, and bitter Ebenezer Scrooge – both onstage and off. Can the three ghosts of Christmas change his heart and save the production\, his marriage\, and Christmas as we know it? Take a seat and become enamored with this 10-actor captivating cast performing a wildly funny\, poignant\, and entrancing theatrical phenomenon. \n  \nPlymouth Center for the Arts is handicap accessible\, and public parking is available street side and in nearby public lots. \n  \nTo purchase tickets\, or for more information about Americana Theatre Company\, visit americanatheatre.org\, or call 508-591-0282. For the latest updates\, follow Americana Theatre Company on Facebook and Instagram. \n  \nAbout Americana Theatre Company \nAmericana Theatre Company (ATC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, professional theatre company serving the Greater Plymouth region. Founder and Executive Director Derek Martin\, Managing Director David Friday\, Artistic Director Jesse Sullivan\, and Director of Education Erin Friday are the leadership team charged with continuing the founding vision of opening a professional theatre in America’s Hometown\, a dream fulfilled in 2011. ATC’s audiences find that story is paramount. Stories entertain\, teach\, and thrill us … they can inspire us toward the betterment of mankind and help reveal the hidden mysteries of life. ATC is committed to hiring directors\, actors\, and designers of the highest caliber\, with an aim to enliven the cultural atmosphere of the Plymouth community by offering excellent\, entertaining theatre and theatre education to residents and visitors alike. For more information\, visit americanatheatre.org\, or call 508-591-0282. \n 
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SUMMARY:Northern Lights – Celebrate the Season with Cape Cod Chorale
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 12\, and Sunday\, December 13\, 4 pm \nOsterville United Methodist Church\, 57 Pond Street\, Osterville \nTickets: $25 general admission\, $10 Card to Culture holders\, free for ages 18 and under\, available at capecodchorale.org or at the door \n  \nCape Cod Chorale\, led by Artistic Director and Conductor Danica A. Buckley\, presents an afternoon of music from northern climes\, from Alaska to Norway\, filled with holiday spirit and community singing\, including a sing-along on the “Hallelujah!” chorus from Handel’s “Messiah\,” as well as familiar carols. Two selections from “Frozen” will delight children of all ages! The chorale also celebrates the close of Hanukkah with Judith Clurman and David Chase’s beautiful piece\, “Eight Days of Lights.” \n  \nAccompanied by pianist Edward Poston and a chamber ensemble\, the chorale sings of icy cold\, snowy forests\, dark skies\, bright stars\, and the warmth of love and joy. These concerts are likely to sell out\, so early ticket purchase is recommended. \n  \nAbout Cape Cod Chorale \nThe Cape Cod Chorale is a community chorus comprised of about 65 SATB voices\, with membership drawn from middle and upper Cape Cod communities\, from Chatham to Falmouth\, truly representing the Cape Cod Community. The goal of the Chorale is to promote the beauty of choral music and to provide people who love to sing the opportunity to raise their voices in harmony. Membership is open to all without an audition. Each year the Chorale provides a scholarship to one or more graduating high school seniors who will be going on to pursue a degree in music. \n  \nSince 1982 the Cape Cod Chorale has pleased audiences with a wide range of classical and contemporary choral works. Each year the Chorale presents several concert series of two performances each in varying Cape venues. We rehearse seriously\, we sing challenging pieces – and we have terrific fun doing so! Please join us and celebrate music that raises the spirit and pleases the soul.  Learn more at capecodchorale.org.
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