The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcasting by Teseracte Players

I would like, if I may, to take you on a strange journey. Ever wonder what has kept crowds coming to see the Rocky Horror Picture Show for almost 50 years? Shadowcasting. Born out of audience participation, those attending in costume would get out of their seats and act out parts of […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Christopher Cross and Justin Hayward

Two of music's most iconic voices, live on stage! Christopher Cross Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning five Grammy®Awards, including—for the first time in Grammy® history—the “Big Four” most prestigious awards: Record of the Year (for the single “Sailing”), Album of the […]

First Unitarian Church of Worcester

Free Organ Concert at First Unitarian Church of Worcester (Concert 3 of 4)

William Ness will be playing works by J.S. Bach, Fischer, Selby, Paine, Simonds, and Reger. Ness is a popular and respected organ teacher of many years in the Worcester area, including at the Pakachoag Music School. He is the former Minister of Music and Arts at the First Baptist Church of […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (June)

Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. 6/20: Rendezvous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke 7/18: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro 8/15: The Quiet War by Paul J. McAuley Register https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/science-fiction-book-club-virtual-13/

Worcester Public Library

Anime Club

Do you love anime? Join us as we watch an episode or two of your favorite series! We’ll also have an activity or craft to do while we watch. This month’s activity: DIY Ramen! Ages 12-17. Thank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: Unibank, The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation, Digital […]

DCU Center

Massachusetts Pirates vs. Tulsa Oilers

The Massachusetts Pirates take on the Tulsa Oilers at Phoenix Field at the DCU Center on Saturday, June 24 at 7:05 p.m. The Indoor Football League is the highest level of professional indoor football in the United States and is the second-longest running professional football league in the U.S., after only […]

First Unitarian Church of Worcester

Free Organ Concert at First Unitarian Church of Worcester (Concert 4 of 4)

Cathy Meyer will be playing a program titled "A Walk in the Park." This program will feature works by Buxtehude, Elgar, Sweelinck, Barber, and Locklair. She is the Minister of Music and organist for South Church (UCC) in Andover, Massachusetts, where she directs a large music ministry of choral and instrumental […]

Worcester Public Library

Hip-Hop Dance with Jo Ann Warren Studio

Feel the beat and learn about the basics of hip-hop in this funky and popular dance class. All levels are welcome. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. Ages: 8-13.

Worcester Public Library

Little Movers Creative Dance with Jo Ann Warren Studio

Calling all tiny dancers! Fall in love with creative movement in this joyful class. Your little one will practice skills such as sharing, waiting their turn and general socialization using songs to enhance their growing imagination and development. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. Ages: 1 […]

ArtsWorcester

Artwork registration deadline: The 11th Annual One

call for art: The Eleventh Annual One open to all ArtsWorcester artist members! All ArtsWorcester members are invited to participate in the Eleventh Annual One! Bring us the single piece you want to exhibit most, regardless of medium or theme. To make room for all, wall-hanging artworks--including sculptures that go on […]

The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC

Opening Reception: “In Plain Sight” artworks by Scarlett Hoey & “Redemption” artworks by Jennifer Davis Carey

Art and history give us an opportunity to encounter the past and grapple with historic injustices. In this two-person exhibit, artworks by Jennifer Davis Carey (Redemption) and Scarlett Hoey (In Plain Sight) focus on people who were enslaved within and outside of the Worcester area. As we reflect on Worcester’s […]

Club 321 at Mechanics Hall

Noah Preminger at Club 321

Club 321 featuring the Noah Preminger Quartet Thursday, June 29, 2023 Doors: 6:15pm — Show: 7:00pm Ages 21+ / Presented by Mechanics Hall & 90.5 FM WICN Public Radio Tickets: $18 Advance | $20 Door Cocktails, mocktails, coffee, and more! PLUS! Beer tastings from Redemption Rock Brewing Co., and an artwork display […]

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