The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

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. […]

Off The Rails

The Brian Barlow Concert Series Presents: Michelle ‘Evil Gal’ Willson

On Saturday, January 28th at 4 pm, 90.5 WICN Public Radio continues to honor the legacy of our legendary former General Manager and host, Brian Barlow, with the next edition of The Brian Barlow Concert Series.WICN Morning Vibe Time host and Production Manager, Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson, will take center stage […]

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. […]

JMAC BrickBox

Worcester Chamber Music Society Spotlight Concert: Randall Hodgkinson

Spotlight Concert Randall Hodgkinson, piano Wednesday, February 15 | Jean McDonough Arts Center BrickBox @7:30 PM Program Johann Sebastian Bach  The Goldberg Variations, BWV 998   Frédéric Chopin Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58   Tickets: Adults $35-$38, Students $10, EBT/WIC $5, Youth 17 and under free For EBT/WIC tickets, […]

JMAC PopUP

Square Loop Album Release Show

Square Loop celebrates the release of their second full length album, The Longest Distance Between Two Points with a show at the JMAC PopUP along with Olde Pine and Twelveyes. Drawing mainly from the underground emo and punk genres, Square Loop combines a full and rich sound with honest and self […]

Mechanics Hall

Music Worcester Presents: Handel + Haydn Society

Boston’s Grammy-winning Handel and Haydn Society chamber orchestra returns to our season at historic Mechanics Hall to perform Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. PROGRAM Bach Brandenburg Concertos

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen

THE most authentic QUEEN live show since the days of QUEEN themselves. A deliberate four piece band, Almost Queen delivers a live performance showcasing signature four part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Donning genuine costumes, Almost Queen recaptures the live energy and precision that is the ultimate Queen experience. Tickets […]

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 […]

Club 321 at Mechanics Hall

Club 321 featuring Mafalda Minnozzi with Paul Ricci: eMPathia Jazz Duo

Thursday, February 23, 2023 Doors: 6:15pm Show: 7:00pm Ages 21+ Presented by Mechanics Hall & 90.5 FM WICN Public Radio   Join us for a wonderful Club 321 evening featuring Mafalda Minnozzi with Paul Ricci: eMPathia Jazz Duo. With a career spanning 35 years, Mafalda Minnozzi has performed over 1,000 concerts […]

Mechanics Hall

Guided Tour of Historic Mechanics Hall

Free Admission Open to the Public Registration Required   Reserve your spot today! Join us for a guided tour of our beautiful Worcester landmark and architectural treasure.   Mechanics Hall is internationally regarded as one of the world's great concert halls for its superb acoustics and inspirational beauty. Regionally, it […]

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Elvis Costello & The Imposters

Born in London and raised there and in Liverpool, D.P. MacManus later came to be known as “Elvis Costello”. He has been performing in public for over fifty years, solo, with the pianist, Steve Nieve and with the bands Rusty, the Attractions, His Confederates including two former members of Elvis […]

Worcester Public Library

Irish Music with Dublin Down

Patrick and Monica McCarthy are DUBLIN DOWN, multi-instrumentalists and vocalists who perform a wide range of classic and modern Irish & Celtic favorites. Hailing from Central Massachusetts, the husband-and-wife duo performs traditional folk standards as well as hits from Tommy Makem, The Clancy Brothers, Van Morrison, The Waterboys, and more. […]

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