Worcester Common

Whole Kids 2022, Summer Recreation Worcester Kick-Off Event

‘Whole Kids 2022’ event to kick-off summer Recreation Worcester programming and all other summer programming in Worcester Worcester –City of Worcester to kick-off summer programming by partnering with local youth serving agencies to offer registration opportunities at family friendly events. “Whole Kids 2022” will be a chance for Recreation Worcester […]

ArtsWorcester

Artists’ Roundtable: Approaching Galleries

Gallery representation is a goal for many artists, but one clouded by mystery and intimidation. Three experienced gallerists familiar with ArtsWorcester will break down the benefits of gallery representation, how to identify the right galleries for your work, and what you need to approach them. This is an open discussion […]

Mechanics Hall

An Afternoon of Italian Opera

Join us for an afternoon of Italian Opera and art song benefiting the Worcester Organ! This program, which includes a full Italian program of opera and some song, will feature the distinguished voices of Ukrainian soprano, Olga Lisovskaya, Neapolitan tenor, Giovanni Formisano, and Leonardo Ciampa at the piano. Enjoy the program selection […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Great American Read Book Club (May)

Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. 3/22: Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton 4/26: Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya 5/24: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

Worcester Public Library

Introduction to Inkscape for Making Stickers with Technocopia (May)

Explore the design software Inkscape to learn how artists turn images into vectors and create original graphics. Digital art created in the 2D Inkscape platform can be used on the web, in print, or to make a physical product like a sticker. Join us to create a two dimensional model […]

The Hanover Theatre

Artist reception and walking tour for 100 Views of Worcester

Tom Grady: 100 Views of Worcester This ambitious series of small oil paintings depicts with pride and love Worcester’s everyday vistas, buildings, and streetscapes. As a 300th anniversary gift to the City, the entire series goes on view during the last half of May in additional downtown venues, including the […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (May)

This virtual poetry workshop is a vehicle for critique, a time of close reading and thoughtful responses that help craft the written word so that it says exactly what the author intends. The focus is the work itself. Poets are respectful of each other, value the craft, understand the courage […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

STOMP

The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year after year, […]

PopUp-JMAC

Healing Fibers: DE.MOC.RA.CY-A Call to Action

What is democracy to you? this is a call to artists to express themselves. We are losing our right to rule ourselves by ourselves. We as artists hold a mirror to our society to reflect its reality. What is that reality to you in the current political climate? Our fight […]

Worcester Public Library

Toddler Time

 Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement. Early listening and literacy skills are built during this meaningful experience with parents/caregivers. When we’re done, stay and play and make new friends. Let’s get all our wiggles out! Registration […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band

Throughout his career, Ringo Starr has received nine Grammy Awards and has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — first as a Beatle and then as solo artist. Between 1970 and 2020, Ringo has released 20 solo studio records.  He has acted in over 15 […]

BRICKBOX THEATER

FLAMENCO! Tradition, Art & Passion

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Flamenco Worcester performs an evening of FLAMENCO! Tradition, Art & Passion. The performance showcases this traditional and highly expressive Spanish dance form. As the only Flamenco dance studio in central Massachusetts, based in the city of Worcester, Flamenco Worcester is very proud to share this […]

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