The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Hip Hop Nutcracker

A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns to the stage for its seventh season on tour. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and Tchaikovksy’s timeless music together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday […]

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Shen Yun

Experience the Beauty and Wonder of China Before Communism – A performance that truly matters. This is what you've been waiting for. 2023 is the year to reclaim hope. Start it off strong with an uplifting experience packed with action, drama, grace, and humor. Discover the deep wisdom and stunning […]

The Hanover Theatre in Worcester

Worcester Shen Yun Dance Shows at HanoverTheatre(PreSale Oct.)

An ancient inspiration for today. SHEN YUN’S unique artistic vision expands theatrical experience into a multi-dimensional, deeply moving journey. Featuring one of the world’s most ancient and richest dance systems—classical Chinese dance—along with dynamic animated backdrops and all-original orchestral works, Shen Yun opens a portal to a civilization of enchanting […]

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Conservatory Winter/Spring Semester

Winter/spring 2023 classes are now open for registration! Register now to ignite creativity and inspire confidence in the new year! With classes for students of ALL ages in drama, dance, music and technical theatre & design, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Call us anytime at 508.471.1795 for more information about registration. […]

Worcester Public Library

Intro to Break

Curious about graffiti art or breakdancing? Mark Thomas, along with his group of instructors, will provide you with a non-judgmental space to express yourself creatively as you learn the history   and fundamentals of these two elements of Hip-Hop. There will also be a showcase during these workshops to highlight […]

Wesley UM Church's gymnasium

Worcester Contra Dance. Sat 02/11/2023

WORCESTER CONTRA DANCE, Sat. 02/11/2023 ● TIME: 7:30 - 10:30 pm (Intro session 7:15 - 7:30 pm) ● WHERE: Wesley United Methodist Church's gymnasium, 114 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 ● All are welcome! Contra dancing is easy learn. No previous experience is necessary. Come alone or bring a partner. […]

Off The Rails Music Venue

Giuliano & The Band Plays Loud with Colt and the Coyotes

Giuliano & The Band Plays Loud take to the stage fresh off the heels of Giuliano’s sold-out record release show. Special guests Colt and the Coyotes open the show. Don’t miss what is sure to be the band’s biggest event yet, at Worcester’s newest, state-of-the-art music venue! This show is […]

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Worcester Chamber Music Society: Annual Free Family Concert

The Stories of Hansel & Gretel and Peter & the Wolf -- a free family concert Sunday, March 5 | The Hanover Theater @3:00 PM Presented by the Worcester Chamber Music Society and The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory. With guest musicians, The Hanover Theatre Conservatory Youth Ballet Company, and Neighborhood Strings […]

BrickBox Theater Rehearsal Hall at the Jean McDonough Arts Center

FlamencoWoo PUBLIC Workshop Series

We are happy to present our first PUBLIC Flamenco Workshop Series! Join us on April 6th, 13th, 14th & 27th, Flamenco Worcester and friends will instruct a workshop series for absolute beginners and intermediate students. There will be a choreography workshop for experienced students, all at the BrickBox Theater Rehearsal Hall. Students […]

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Music Worcester Presents: Dance Theatre of Harlem: The Hazel Scott Ballet

Now a singular presence in the ballet world, the Dance Theatre of Harlem Company tours nationally and internationally, presenting a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. The 18-member, multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that includes treasured classics, neoclassical works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, […]

Mechanics Hall

Music Worcester Presents: Vijay Gupta, Violinist in Recital

“When the Violin, the title of a poem by the Sufi mystic Hafiz on the power of forgiveness and new identities, will present works by JS Bach and Reena Esmail in collaboration with dance artist and choreographer Yamini Kalluri. Opening with Bach’s 2nd Partita in D minor with its concluding […]

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