Performing Arts
Newton Nomadic Theater: No Exit
Auburndale Library Center 375 Auburn St., Auburndale, MA, United StatesSomething old, something new - Noni Lewis, one of our regular actors in recent years (Revolutionists, Colder Than Here, Dracula: the Bloody Truth) is in the director's seat this time out, with her original take on a famous classic - No Exit. A slightly odd and inscrutable bellhop leads three different guests into the same…
All Newton Music School: Kevin McGinty – Faculty Recital
All Newton Music School 321 Chestnut St, West Newton, MA, United StatesAll Newton Music School piano faculty Kevin McGinty presents a solo recital of Chopin etudes. Following the Sunday faculty recitals, there is a reception hosted by the Board, Members of the Corporation, and Board Emeritus. FREE and open to the public. RSVP here.
New Phil Family Concert: Meet the Orchestra with Peter and the Wolf
First Baptist Church in Newton 848 Beacon St, Newton, MA, United StatesThe New Philharmonia Orchestra invites you to discover the magic of Prokofiev’s musical fairy tale, Peter and the Wolf, featuring narration from Newton's own Mayor Ruthanne Fuller. Following the hour-long concert, there will be a Musical Petting Zoo, where children of all ages can meet the musicians and instruments that make it all come…
Newton Theatre Company presents: Pinocchio – A Commedia Adventure
Union Church in Waban 14 Collins Rd, Waban, MA, United StatesThis family-friendly original retelling follows the adventures of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet who wishes to become a real boy. Featuring Liz Adams, Chiara Durazzini, Matt Goldstein and Valerie Goldstein. With masks made by Behind the Mask Studio. Lighthearted and funny, this adaptation will appeal to children of all ages. Cost: $10-20.
WSYMCA: Poetry Night
WSYMCA 276 Church St, Newton, MA, United StatesJoin the West Suburban YMCA for Poetry Night. The monthly event features readings by two local poets, then guests are invited to participate in the open mic portion of the evening to share their own written work. This event is FREE and open to the public. Poetry Night occurs on the first Friday of every…
SCC: Room to Bloom – Songs of Hope & Spring
Scandinavian Cultural Center 206 Waltham St, Newton, MA, United StatesSinger, Isabel Stover, and pianist, Molly Flannery, perform a mix of jazz, bossa nova, and original material. Having played together for many years, this duo truly plays as one and their joy in doing so is palpable! Part of Music Mondays at the Scandinavian Cultural Center. Cost: $10. More info at https://www.facebook.com/musicmondaysconcerts/.
SCC Concert: Anna Jalkéus & Aaron Dutton POSTPONED
Scandinavian Cultural Center 206 Waltham St, Newton, MA, United StatesAnna Jalkéus and Aaron Dutton interpret Swedish folk songs and hymns in an atypical duo setting with pedal harp, voice, and saxophone. Well-known melodies and folk-inspired compositions will be played in new, unique arrangements that combine intuitive listening and improvisation. Music and words are delivered with honest sincerity to create a beautiful and soaring soundscape.…
New Phil: Classics II – St. Petersburg Virtuosos POSTPONED
First Baptist Church in Newton 848 Beacon St, Newton, MA, United StatesThe New Philharmonia Orchestra continues its exciting 25th season filled with celebratory spirit, incredible music, and exciting guest performances. Join them as they perform “St. Petersburg Virtuosos,” a program of all Russian composers featuring BSO violinist Tatiana Dimitriades. Tickets are $10-$48. The concert will be followed by a reception. For more information visit newphil.org. Classics…
Zamir Chorale: Concert in the Round POSTPONED
Temple Reyim 1860 Washington St, Auburndale, MA, United StatesZamir Chorale of Boston, directed by our High Holy Day Chazzan Joshua Jacobson, will be performing at Temple Reyim! In this experimental concert, the audience will be surrounded by the choir. We will look around at the performers, sit back and enjoy the "surround-sound." Tickets are $18 and available at http://www.reyim.org/.
Commonwealth Chorale: Reverence & Joy
Second Church in Newton 60 Highland St., West Newton, MA, United StatesMelt your winter blues away with Commonwealth Chorale's richly textured program of brass, chorus, and more. Bruckner considered his Te Deum his favorite (and possibly greatest) work. Gustav Mahler described it as written “for the tongues of angels, heaven-blest, chastened hearts, and souls purified in the fire!” Bernstein’s French and Latin choruses, written as incidental music…