MUSIC
Concord Band
51 Walden | concordband.org
NEW ENGLAND PORTRAITS
Join the Concord Band for an evening of music! Featuring “Chester” (Overture for Band) by William Schumann, “Three New England Caricatures” by James Curnow, “Snapshots of Acadia” by Andrew Boysen, Jr., “Old Home Days” by Charles Ives arr. J. Elkus, and “Northbridge Portrait” by Stephen Bulla. Conducted by James O’Dell. October 21
Concord Conservatory of Music
1317 Main Street | concordconservatory.org
MUSIC AND FOLKLORE
Don’t miss this evening of musical evocations of the tales and characters of oral folk traditions from around the globe. The ancient art form of storytelling is a common thread among people around the world, one which connects humanity, enchants us, and communicates knowledge, experience, and characters. Experience music that captures the essence and magic of the narratives, uniting the contemporary listener with our collective origins. Presented in partnership with Concord Museum. October 27
Zeke Fetrow, Music Director, Concord Orchestra
The Concord Orchestra
51 Walden | concordorchestra.com
ROMANTIC ETHOS
Lovers of classical music won’t want to miss this extraordinary program that will include Beethoven’s “Coriolan Overture,” “King Kristian II Suite” by Sibelius, and Howard Hanson’s “Symphony No. 2.” Conducted by
Zeke Fetrow. October 14 - 15
VISUAL ARTS
Three Stones Gallery
32 Main Street | threestonesgallery.com
THROUGH THE MYSTIC
Three artists manifest scenes of ecosystems and the life that is nurtured by them. Joan Kocak returns with dreamy photo encaustics of koi ponds. Allison Mitchell dives into the folds and layers of her subjects with acrylic paint. Rebekah Robinson shows the intimate and reflective waterways from the perspective of the contemplative mind. New works by represented artists: Merill Comeau, Jillian Demeri, Cécile Ganne, and Jonathan MacAdam. September 7 – October 15 (Reception: Sept 16)
FLEETING MOMENTS
Textile artist Merill Comeau reclaims fabrics through stitch and print to bring a myriad of components into a new realization. Jill Goldman-Callahan presents abstract paintings using natural pigments, resulting in works more akin to a peaceful echo. Ukrainian artist Natasha Dikareva shows ceramic sculptures surreal and yet reminiscent of an unseen reality. New works by represented artists:Judy Bramhall, Brenda Cirioni, Patricia Ganek, Kevin Kusiolek, and Jonathan Macadam. October 18 – November 26 (Reception: Oct 28)
LIGHTEN UP!
This year’s holiday show features Joe Faria’s unique compositions created from layered cardboard and card stock and photographs by Evan McGlinn, with a curated collection of handmade items in the spirit of the season. New works by represented artists Daryl Burtnett, Ray Ciemny, Alyn Carlson, Tim Dunnbier, Jonathan MacAdam, and Bethany Noel. November 29 – January 7 (Reception: Dec 9)
The Umbrella Arts Center
40 Stow Street | theumbrellaarts.org
COLORS OF CONCORD: THE GRASSY PLAIN
Ponnapa Prakkamakul, The Umbrella’s Artist-in-Residence, presents an exhibition of work based on a year-long collaborative project with Concord neighbors of color.
August 21 - September 22
GEO-METRIC: ART RAMBLE 2023
This annual, temporary public art exhibition is a Concord tradition. Stroll through Hapgood Wright Town Forest and admire the art installed along Fairyland Pond and parts of the historic Emerson-Thoreau Amble connecting Concord Center to Walden Pond.
September 1 - November 19
JORDAN KESSLER: ZERO TOYS AND DEATH OF PRINT
Don’t miss this exhibition of work by noted Concord
photographer Jordan Kessler. September 9 - November 18
Below by Carolyn Muskat
FRESH INK: CONTEMPORARY EXPLORATIONS
IN PRINTMAKING
Explore the world of printmaking, a fascinating and complex artform, presented in this exhibition of contemporary,
handmade, nondigital printmaking juried by Carolyn Muskat. November 16 - January 4
THEATRE
Concord Players
51 Walden Street | concordplayers.org
RICHARD II
Join The World’s A Stage Players for Shakespeare’s Richard II. This beautifully poetic play follows the power struggle between King Richard and his cousin, Henry Bolingbroke (later Henry IV). Richard II is the first in a series of eight plays by Shakespeare that covers 185 years of English history. Drama, intrigue, betrayal and so much more. Presented on the lawn at the Concord Library on September 9, 10, 16, 17, with an indoor performance at 51 Walden Street on September 15.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
The Cornley Drama Society opens their new production, The Murder at Haversham Manor, an early 1900s murder mystery. The members of the society have had a string of bad luck with previous productions and are excited to have finally gotten it right. As the show progresses, a multitude of accidents and problems occur, but the actors continue with as much professionalism as possible to ensure the audience’s pleasure. Best described as “Noises Off meets Fawlty Towers,” you won’t want to miss the hilarious chaos onstage from start to finish! November 3 - 18
The Umbrella Arts Center
40 Stow Street | theumbrellaarts.org
LIZZIE
The centuries-old, sing-song villain Lizzie Borden turns searing rock anthem anti-hero in this riot grrrl powered musical! Nominated for three Drama Desk awards and named best musical eight times over in regional awards around the country and the world, this musical is totally whack (in a good way)! September 22 - November 5
WHITE RABBIT, RED RABBIT
No rehearsal. No director. One actor. A script in a sealed envelope. Rotating one-night-only stars make for an unbelievable, no-net night of unexpected comedy and shared discovery. Since its award-winning premiere at the Edinburgh Festival, it has been translated into more than 30 different languages and performed over 3,000 times. At each incredibly unique performance, a different actor – one who has never before seen or read the play – brings the voice of the absent playwright to life, challenging audiences to question whose stories get told and what happens when we are fully present together. October 5 - November 12
