Newton Theatre Company Presents FUN HOME
Saint John's Episcopal Church 96 Otis Street, Newton, MA, United StatesBased on Alison Bechdel’s groundbreaking graphic memoir, Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, funny, and deeply moving musical about growing up, coming out, and discovering the secrets that shape our families. As Alison looks back on her childhood and her relationship with her enigmatic father, she unravels the moments—both big and small—that helped her find…
Explorations in Sound at The Allen Center
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesExplorations in Sound: Saturday, October 4th, 7:30 pm Internationally known jazz pianist Maxim Lubarsky and vocalist/ composer Gabriela Martina will perform works from their most recent CD release and collaboration, Explorations in Sound. Buy Tickets.
Steinway Alive at The Allen Center
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesWelcoming Our New Steinway Concert Grand Piano To complete our opening weekend celebration, renowned Steinway artists Max Levinson and Karen Walwyn will present works for piano to celebrate the new partnership between The Allen Center and M. Steinert & Sons, followed by a champagne reception. Buy Tickets.
Behind the Screen: Jane Austen Wrecked My Life
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesAgathe (Camille Rutherford) works in the legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in Paris, where she dreams of becoming a successful writer and of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel. Instead, she finds herself desperately single and plagued by writer’s block. When Agathe’s best friend (Pablo Pauly) helps secure her a spot at the…
AEM presents Practical Musicianship and Music Theory for Early Musicians
with Shira Kammen - vielle, voice, harp 5:30 - 6:45 pm, 11 November 2024 Shira Kammen ** Violin & Vielle 4 Monday sessions, November 11, 18, 25 & December 2, from 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. ET Class Description
Ty Burr’s Movie Club: I Know Where I’ve Been!
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesTY BURR’S MOVIE CLUB is hosted by the nationally recognized film critic Ty Burr. Each month Ty presents and discusses one of his favorite films with the audience. His selections span the spectrum from classics that have stood the test of time to contemporary films that merit a second viewing. ABOUT THE FILM I’m always…
New Art Center presents Friday Figure Draw Workshops
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesFriday Figure Draw Workshops Enjoy a life drawing open studio with a live model, beginning with quick poses and ending with an hour pose. The evening will be relaxed but professional, with music and a great model. No photography allowed. No instruction. For artists 21+ with drinks available for purchase. Bring your own art supplies…
AEM presents Practical Musicianship and Music Theory for Early Musicians
with Shira Kammen - vielle, voice, harp 5:30 - 6:45 pm, 11 November 2024 Shira Kammen ** Violin & Vielle 4 Monday sessions, November 11, 18, 25 & December 2, from 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. ET Class Description
Film Screening of An Uncommon Education: The Allen School
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesHistoric Newton, West Newton Cinema, and Newton Cultural Alliance are excited to present a showing and panel discussion of the film "An Uncommon Education: The Allen School"! Join us on Tuesday, October 14 to view the original film (released in 2023) followed by a panel discussion and Q&A with the filmmakers. Tickets are $20 and…
West Newton Cinema Reads: The Bostonians
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesIn Boston, in the aftermath of the Civil War, Verena Tarrant (Madeleine Potter), a gifted young orator, has attracted the attention of Olive Chancellor (Vanessa Redgrave), who wishes to nurture Verena as an inspirational force for the Women’s Movement. Ranged against her is Basil Ransom (Christopher Reeve), a handsome male chauvinist, who wants Verena as…