Shalin Liu Performance Center
This concert showcases cellist Mira Kardan in a one-hour program featuring works by Beethoven, Schumann, Dvořák, and Rossini, highlighting the cello’s lyrical voice across four distinctive musical worlds. PROGRAM BEETHOVEN: Cello Sonata No. 3 SCHUMANN: Adagio & Allegro, Op. 70 DVORAK: Silent Woods ROSSINI: Barber of Seville (arr. by Tedesco) Mira Kardan, cello Cellist Mira...
Peabody Essex Museum
Built in 1727 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ropes Mansion is recognized as one of New England’s most significant historic structures. Fans of the 1993 movie Hocus Pocus will also recognize it as “Allison’s house” – though the inside of the home did not appear in the film. Instead, its decorations...
Peabody Essex Museum
Join Karina Corrigan, Deputy Chief Curator, The H.A. Crosby Forbes Curator of Asian Export Art, for the next installment in our Salem as Muse curator talk series. Hear the fascinating story of Harriet Low, an adventurous Salem woman who lived in China from 1828 to 1833. Her vivacious portrait is on display in PEM’s Asian...
Gloucester Stage Company
When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates...
Shalin Liu Performance Center
Simone Dinnerstein, renowned for her distinctive musical voice and celebrated Bach interpretations, performs works by Bach, Rameau, and others in a program combining clarity, imagination, and expressive depth. PROGRAM : REFLECTIONS RAMEAU : Gavotte et six doubles PHILIP LASSER: Twelve Variations on Chorale by J.S. Bach Intermission J.S. BACH: 15 Sinfonias, BWV 787-801 KEITH JARRET:...
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun...
Gloucester Stage Company
When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates...
Belleville Congregational Church
“The Music of Queen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin & More” From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to ‘Free Bird’ — an unforgettable night of strings and light. An Immersive Candlelit Journey Through Iconic Rock Anthems “Rock and roll meets classical music in a gorgeously crafted hour of music.” Step into a world of shimmering light, where legendary rock anthems...
Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts
Salem State theatre celebrates 50 years of theatrical excellence with its production of Stephen Sondheim's dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge. Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony's, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim's and Hugh Wheeler's (A Little Night Music,...
Larcom Theatre
Studio Two is a Boston-based tribute band that has been passionately bringing the iconic music of The Beatles to life since 2012. Specializing in the early Beatles years (1962-1966), the band faithfully recreates the sound, energy, and excitement of their live performances— from their iconic days at The Cavern Club to their groundbreaking American tours....
The Cut
Rebels, America’s premiere Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute band, don’t rely on impersonations but rather focus their decades of experience on performing the songs and the authentic sounds of the legendary music of Tom Petty. Their energetic performances are played with the intensity and spirit in which they were intended. To their audiences delight...
Cider Hill Farm
Mark your calendar for all things strawberries! The multi-weekend event features free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, food trucks, treats and PYO strawberries. Dates may be shift per weather & fruit readiness. For schedule, pricing, happenings and menus, visit: https://www.ciderhill.com/strawberry-festival-2026
