The Allen Center
The Allen Center Presents An Uncommon Education
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesThe Allen Center and Historic Newton present a special screening of An Uncommon Education, a documentary exploring the legacy of Nathaniel T. Allen—right here where his groundbreaking work took place. Learn about Allen's English and Classical School, a forward-looking program of study at a time when slavery was still the law of the land and women’s suffrage yet a…
Blue Heron presents Machaut Weekend
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesMachaut Weekend May 1-3, 2026 Join us for a three-day festival featuring the poetry and music of 14th-century Europe’s greatest poet and composer, Guillaume de Machaut (d. 1377). We’ll explore the courtly chansons that are the heart of his work, sample his polytextual motets, sing the celebrated Messe de Nostre Dame by candlelight in Emmanuel…
Blue Heron Presents Cabaret Concert: Machaut & the Ars subtilior
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesWrap up Blue Heron's Machaut Weekend with a program connecting Machaut to the next generation. Late-14th-century Ars subtilior (the “more subtle art”) composers built on his work, crafting songs about mysterious, smoky speculators known as fumeurs. Enjoy projected texts and illustrations, a taste of French food & drink, and—as an extra treat—learn how to sing…
Newton Baroque Presents Music from 17th Century South Germany
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesJoin Newton Baroque at The Allen Center for a program of 17th Century music from South Germany, including works by Bertali, Schmelzer, Biber, Capricornus. Susanna Ogata – violin, Laura Jeppesen – viola da gamba, Andrus Madsen – harpsichord. Click here for Tickets!
Cherry Street Music Presents Ari & Mia
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesSister duo Ari Friedman (cello & voice) and Mia Friedman (fiddle & voice) bring their chamber-folk magic to the stage in a special CD release celebration! Hailed as "strikingly beautiful, distinctive and exhilarating" (No Depression), Ari & Mia weave original compositions with Southern and Northeastern fiddle traditions and the early American songbook into something entirely…
The Allen Center Presents Strawberry Festival
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesThe Allen Center presents the Newton Cultural Alliance's 12th annual Strawberry Festival! This year’s Strawberry Festival reveals Newton’s berry best-kept secrets and the hidden gems of our community. You can expect tasting events with a local sommelier and chocolatier, signature cocktails, fabulous music, and a raise the paddle event and silent auction. Mark your calendars for…
Strawberry Festival 2026
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesSTRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 2026 The Newton Cultural Alliance is happy to announce this year's 12th annual Strawberry Festival on Thursday, May 28th from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. This year’s Strawberry Festival reveals Newton’s best-kept secrets and the hidden gems of our community. You can expect tasting events with wine and chocolate, signature cocktails, fabulous music, a raise the paddle event,…
Cherry Street Music Presents The Black Feathers
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesBack by popular demand, Welsh folk duo The Black Feathers return to The Allen Center's Cherry Street Music concert series. Serenading audiences with original songs that feel both modern and ancient, you won't want to miss these globe-trotting, talented troubadours. This Linda Plaut Festival of the Arts program is generously supported by Spark Newton in…