Mechanics Hall

New England Symphony Orchestra concert: From the New World

NESO Music Director Roderick MacDonald will be the featured soloist in Haydn’s trumpet concerto in E-flat major. MacDonald began his career as Principal Trumpet of the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, appointed by Music Director Kurt Masur upon completion of his Masters of Music at New England Conservatory. His career as a concert […]

Jean McDonough Arts Center

The Secret Door – Worcester’s Mind Reading Experience

Secret Doorway is an astonishing evening of mind-reading with comedian, hypnotist and sleight-of-hand artist Peter Gross. Peter uses no special equipment or double-jointed assistants to create his confounding stunts, just the quick hands of a card shark, the improvisational skills of a stand-up, and a con man’s command of human psychology. […]

Jean McDonough Arts Center

The Secret Door – Worcester’s Mind Reading Experience

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/NgHvW3HeqtU Secret Doorway is an astonishing evening of mind-reading with comedian, hypnotist and sleight-of-hand artist Peter Gross. Peter uses no special equipment or double-jointed assistants to create his confounding stunts, just the quick hands of a card shark, the improvisational skills of a stand-up, and a con man’s […]

The Hanover Theatre

Music Worcester Presents: Ballet Hispanico

Ballet Hispánico brings communities together to celebrate and explore Latino cultures through innovative dance productions, transformative dance training, and community engagement. They bring their Noche de Oro 50th Anniversary program to our season this April.  

Mechanics Hall

WPI Music Ensembles at Mechanics Hall

WPI Music Ensembles at Mechanics Hall will be presenting four back-to-back concerts, featuring all of the large ensembles at WPI Tickets are free and provide admission to all four concerts. 12:00 p.m.: Jazz Ensembles 2:00 p.m.: Choral Ensembles 4:00 p.m.: Philharmonic Orchestra 6:00 p.m.: Concert Band & Brass Ensemble Proof […]

Mechanics Hall

Spring 2022 Clark University Festival Concert

The Spring 2022 Clark University Festival Concert on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. at Mechanics Hall! The Clark University Chorus and Sinfonia will be joined by the New England Repertory Orchestra concert of German choral-orchestral masterpieces featuring Felix Mendelssohn’s Overture “The Hebrides” and Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Meeresstille und Glückliche Fahrt” and “Choral […]

WICN Studio 50

WICN’s 3rd Annual Vinyl Sale

Bring your favorite vinyl enthusiast to WICN's Studio 50 on Saturday, April 30th for our 3rd Annual Vinyl Sale! Held in our Studio 50 Recording Studio & Performance Space (50 Portland Street, Worcester), current WICN Annual Members are entitled to an exclusive early shopping period at 8 am, before the […]

Mechanics Hall

FREE Brown Bag Concert, featuring the Alex Minasian Quartet

Join us for a complimentary lunchtime Brown Bag Concert featuring the Alex Minasian Quartet!   Alex Minasian With two degrees from NYU, Alex Minasian has, at a remarkably young age, established himself as a versatile pianist, educator, and impresario in many different musical genres. As a pianist, Alex has has […]

Mechanics Hall

Gautier Capuçon & Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Before buying tickets, please be advised that Music Worcester’s pandemic policy requires that all attendees: 1) provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19 (regardless of age) upon entry, and 2) wear masks while inside the venue. Please be advised that we cannot accept a negative Covid-19 test result as a substitute […]

JMAC Worcester

I am: Hayti !

"I am Hayti" Is an evening of fun and elegance. In the name of the Empire of Hayti, come and enjoy visual and performing arts, local vendors, and discover culture and history; also come and meet a new member of the Worcester Community: the international artist Jean-Sebastien Duvilaire from www.jsddance.com as […]

Mechanics Hall

Dee Dee Bridgewater Quartet

Before buying tickets, please be advised that Music Worcester’s pandemic policy requires that all attendees: 1) provide proof of vaccination against Covid-19 (regardless of age) upon entry, and 2) wear masks while inside the venue. Please be advised that we cannot accept a negative Covid-19 test result as a substitute […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! Neighbor Day

In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, sharing stories of friendship, helping others, and celebrating new experiences. The live show features new songs as well as fan-favorites from the series, including […]

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