North of Boston

Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
2026-04-03 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-31 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-29 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-27 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St., Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries, loyalties, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only, at Gloucester Stage Theater, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm), and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.

Flyway of Life Film Screening and Talk
2026-04-03 19:15 - 21:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Experience a memorable evening of film, nature and storytelling with a special screening of Flyway of Life (2025).
This visually stunning documentary follows one of the world’s great natural phenomena — bird migration along the Atlantic Flyway — revealing the delicate connections between wildlife, landscapes and the forces that shape them. From tropical wetlands to northern wilderness, Flyway of Life is both a cinematic journey and a powerful reminder of what is at stake in a rapidly changing world.
Following the screening, join producer and filmmaker Tomas Koeck for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation. Koeck will share the extraordinary stories behind the film’s creation, including remote expeditions, rare wildlife encounters and the challenges of documenting migration across continents. This intimate talk offers the audience a rare look into the craft of conservation filmmaking and the human stories that unfold behind the camera.
The film is 1 hour and 11 minutes long.
This event is co-hosted by the Essex County Ornithological Club and made possible by a gift from Tim and Joanie Ingraham in memory of PEM Trustee Emeritus Dorothy (Dotty) Addams Brown.
About our collaborator
Tomas Koeck
Tomas Koeck is an award-winning filmmaker, Canon USA-backed photographer, speaker, presenter and expeditionist. In simpler terms, he’s a storyteller, an environmentalist and, most importantly, an optimist. He has been on assignment for National Geographic, Smithsonian Channel, PBS Nature and other outlets covering stories throughout North America and seeks to give a voice to wildlife through journalism, storytelling and advocacy.

Newburyport's Road to Independence IV: American Rebels: Hancock, Quincy, Adams
2026-04-03 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Newburyport, 166 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
American Rebels: The Hancock, Adams, and Quincy Families Fanned the Flames of Revolution…in Newburyport and Beyond.
Newburyport’s Offin Boardman carried secret letters for John Adams, who argued court cases in Newburyport. The USS Hancock was built in Newburyport in 1776, and all three families were linked by ties of blood and friendship to this community. Join Nina Sankovitch, author of American Rebels: How the Hancock, Adams, and Quincy Families Fanned the Flames of Revolution to explore the the efforts of these leading New England families to foment support for the American Revolution in the decade leading up to the 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The fight for independence never would have succeeded if New Englanders, across class lines and from all backgrounds, had not joined the fight. John Hancock, John Adams, Abigail Adams, and Josiah Quincy were instrumental in bringing together disparate groups and igniting a shared ambition for liberty from English oppression. Using words (in speeches and letters) and actions (court cases, acts of civil disobedience, espionage, community outreach), they rallied colonists to betray their King and Parliament as a necessary and God-ordained duty to themselves, their neighbors, and their country. With the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the shared fight became a covenant, and the rights of life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness, the promise of independence. On the 250th anniversary of our nation, we celebrate that covenant, that promise, and the men and women who made it all possible.
Funded in part by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE by Tennessee Williams
2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-26 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Through Tom’s cinematic eyes, his family’s life isn’t the dream he imagined. In a rundown St. Louis apartment the matriarch, Amanda Wingfield, is desperately clinging to a past of parties and endless callers. Her adult children, Tom and Laura, become victims of her delusions as she pushes for Tom to provide for the struggling family and Laura to find a husband. The two seek solace in ways of escaping their mother and their own misery until a visit from a gentleman caller presents the possibility of new opportunities.
Renowned playwright Tennessee Williams opens the 2025 Season with this classic drama, directed by Doug Lockwood. Running from June 5 to 28, all performances are at Gloucester Stage’s Theater 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm, and matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 3:00pm.

Newburyport Art offering The Power of Art to Heal with Corrine McKeown
2026-04-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Power of Art to Heal with Corrine McKeown
Thursday, April 2nd, 6:30pm-8:30pm | Sargent Gallery (ground floor)
$10 for NAA members / $20 non-members
The Power of Art to Heal is a 30–40 minute talk followed by a guided conversation exploring how art supports emotional, mental, and physical healing. Together we will look at the growing field of Arts in Health, how creativity impacts the nervous system, and how artistic practices can help people navigate stress, illness, or life transitions. I will also share stories and reflections from my own work and experience and talk about my new book: Broken to Brilliant – The Art of Being Whole.

The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
2026-04-02 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-26 12:00 - 20:00 | Cabot House, 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions, declaring independence from the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing it.
Historic Beverly proudly presents The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings, a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of artworks commissioned to illustrate Senator Henry Cabot Lodge Sr.’s landmark book.
These paintings are featured in Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary The American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display at the Cabot House from September 6, 2025 to July 4, 2026. Tickets are free and open to the public

Create & Craft at Wenham Museum
2026-03-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
🎨✨ Create, Craft, and Imagine! ✨🎨
Make the most of school vacation week with hands-on creativity at the museum! Kids can choose from a menu of craft projects — from colorful creations to take-home treasures — and make something uniquely their own.
🖍️ $10 per craft
✨ No registration needed — just stop in, get inspired, and let your creativity shine!
🎟️ Regular museum admission is required — then it’s up to you how crafty you get!

Cocaine Tongue
2026-03-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready for a full-throttle night of rock. For 21 years, Guns N’ Roses tribute band Cocaine Tongue has delivered the raw energy, attitude, spot-on sound, and classic look of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Sing (and scream) along to iconic hits like “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and “Welcome to the Jungle,” feel the power of epic piano ballads like “November Rain” and “Estranged,” and crank it up for deep cuts and killer covers like “Bad Obsession” and “Whole Lotta Rosie.”
Come celebrate their 21st Anniversary at the Larcom Theatre in Beverly—because Cocaine Tongue does not just play a show… they turn the night into a party.
Thelarcom.org/cocainetongue

Rocky Neck Art Colony Presents March Music Month
2026-03-28 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-28 17:00 - 18:00 | M
Rocky Neck Art Colony is pleased to announce the inaugural March Music Month, a new pilot program at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, featuring a series of live musical performances (and workshop) co-presented by the Cape Ann Guitar Society.
This new series is part of a broader effort to invite new and more diverse audiences to Rocky Neck. Music is a powerful, accessible art form, and these performances and educational workshops offer both longtime supporters and first-time visitors to experience the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck in a new way.
The dynamic programming line-up includes:
Sunday, March 15, 3:30-5:30pm | Jason Ji on Fingerstyle Guitar Concert
Sunday, March 22, 3-5pm | Steve Lacey on Jazz Guitar Concert
Saturday, March 28, 5-6pm | Andrew Cohen on Blues Guitar Workshop
Saturday, March 28, 7:30pm | Andrew Cohen on Blues Guitar Concert
Pick your dates and buy tickets today! For performance schedules, tickets, or more information, click here.

Newburyport offering Lino Block Printing with Susan Stranc
2026-03-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Lino Block Printing with Susan Stranc
Saturday, March 28th, 11:00am-4:00pm | Meet @ Newburyport Art, walk to Susan’s studio (2 blocks away)
$95 for NAA members / $125 non-members
Relief Block Printing Workshop: In this one-day introductory printmaking workshop, participants will have free choice of working with their own simple motif designs to carve into Soft Kut printing blocks. This rubber type of block is easier to carve and is a good alternative to the harder relief materials such as battleship linoleum. Studio time will be spent designing and transferring the drawing to the block, instruction to the care and use of carving tools, how to register block for the inking and printing of block on paper. Water based inks will be used.

Seasonal Saturday Tours!
2026-03-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Old Newbury, 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Guided tours of the Museum of Old Newbury’s 1808 Federal-style home, offered Saturdays this winter. History comes alive on every floor!
NEW! Fall and Winter Guided Tours at the Museum of Old Newbury
Beginning in mid-October, 2025, the Museum of Old Newbury will open its doors for guided tours every Saturday. Tours begin on the hour from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last tour departs at 3:00 p.m.). Please note: certain dates are excluded, and tours are weather permitting.
Step back in time as your knowledgeable guide leads you through two floors of our 1808 brick Federal-style home, where every room is filled with objects, stories, and memories of Old Newbury. Along the way, you’ll hear tales of the families who lived here, discover treasures from our collection, and gain new insight into the rich history of Newburyport and the surrounding area.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime resident, this is your chance to experience the museum in a whole new way—through a carefully curated, guided experience designed to bring history to life.

Catherine Russell
2026-03-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Grammy-winning vocalist Catherine Russell, born into jazz royalty, has toured globally with legends from Bowie to Marsalis. Acclaimed for her soulful artistry, she’s twice Grammy-nominated and hailed as “one of the outstanding singers of our time.”
” a wonderfully charismatic performer with a showstopping voice and an unabashedly oldfashioned repertoire.” –The Washington Post
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Grammy Award winning vocalist Catherine Russell is a native New Yorker, born into musical royalty. Her father, the late Luis Russell, was a legendary pianist/composer/bandleader, and Louis Armstrong’s long-time musical director. Her mother, Carline Ray, was a pioneering vocalist/guitarist/bassist who performed with International Sweethearts of Rhythm, Mary Lou Williams, and Sy Oliver.
A graduate of American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Ms. Russell has toured the world, performing and recording with David Bowie, Cyndi Lauper, Paul Simon, Steely Dan, Jackson Browne, Michael Feinstein, The Holmes Brothers, Wynton Marsalis, and Rosanne Cash, among others, appearing on over 200 albums. Since the 2006 release of her debut album, Cat , on Harmonia Mundi’s World Village label, six acclaimed and chart topping albums have followed, including Strictly Romancin’ , awarded Prix du Jazz Vocal 2012 (Vocal Album of The Year) by the Jazz Academy in France, and Bring It Back in 2014. Catherine Russell was a featured artist on a Grammy Award winning soundtrack album for the HBO-TV series, Boardwalk Empire.
Her 6th album, Harlem On My Mind, was released in September 2016 and received a Grammy® Nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Catherine has appeared on PBS-TV and on Fresh Air with Terry Gross on NPR. Will Friedwald writing in The Wall Street Journal , calls Catherine Russell “one of the outstanding singers of our time.” Catherine’s 7th album as a leader, Alone Together, was released in March 2019 on Dot Time Records, and held the #1 position on the JazzWeek 2019 Year End Chart for national radio play, while receiving her 2nd Grammy® Nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album.

Shrek the Musical KIDS presented by Beeman Memorial Elementary
2026-03-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical KIDS, based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek KIDS is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he’s handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn’t be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
With abundant opportunities for imaginative sets and costumes, and a host of over-the-top roles for an expandable cast, there’s a part for everyone in this dazzling adventure story.
Shrek KIDS plays Thursday, March 26 and Friday, March 27 at 7:00pm. Runtime 30 minutes, no intermission. All performances at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center: Home of Gloucester Stage Company at 267 E Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. Perfect for families with children ages 6+.

Hamlet
2026-03-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.
Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one.
National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.
Runtime: 180 minutes
Rating: PG-13
