News on the arts, music, dining, restaurants and all things that make our city a cultural mecca on the rise.
Nunsense A-Men!,” a show coming to the Palace Theatre Stage Jan. 22 – Feb. 13, features an all-male cast of professional actors, as well as an audience quiz, and a level of comedy that might send you straight to confession!
“Arsenic and Old Lace,” to be presented by the Majestic Academy Teens in Conjunction with the Derry Arts Council on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 29 and 30 at 7 p.m., and on Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. Performances will be held at the historic Derry Opera House, located at 29 West Broadway, in Derry.
In an attempt to beautify the city by infusing art, color, and creativity into the urban landscape, NH artists are invited to submit designs to paint on the traffic signal boxes in Manchester’s downtown.
Calling all junior thespians: Auditions are on for The Majestic Academy of Dramatic Arts, seeking players for an upcoming production of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr.”
With the magic of Christmas less than a week away, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite foodie things – both old and new – in case there’s a food-lover on your list you haven’t checked off yet. Or, even better, maybe you’re the food-lover taking a shine to an idea (or two) of mine. Feel free to send to Santa!
This production will shake you from your Christmas complacency, like a tug on the weighty chains of your shortcomings from Jacob Marley himself, reminding you that there is nothing so powerful as a blast from the Christmas past – except maybe the ghosts of Christmas present and future.
Food and drink Happy Hour specials at your favorite eateries for every day of the week. Enjoy!
On Dec. 15, Tynan will return to the Palace Theatre stage for a one-night holiday-themed performance, which will also include some Irish standards and crowd-pleasers, and a special performance by NH Police Association Pipe and Drums.
This show featuring the Eric Mintel Quartet is billed as a Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas, honoring the 50th anniversary of composer Vince Guaraldi, who provided the memorable jazz soundtrack to everyone’s favorite cartoon Christmas classic.
All the Manchester food news you can use; holiday bazaar, candy cane making, upcoming holiday dinners and a new menu.
Looking forward to Thanksgiving with family and friends, but not being stuck in the kitchen all day? Relax and make a reservation at one of these restaurants or order what you need to make getting your turkey on at home a whole lot easier
Gift idea or just something for your favorite dinosaur lover.
It will be “Soultime!” at the Palace Theatre Nov. 21 when Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes land for a one-night musical stand, bringing with him a playlist that will include all his signature hits, as well as his newest R&B-inspired tunes.
Beyond the anticipated nostalgia and feel-good spooky undertones, the current production of “The Addams Family” at the Palace Theatre also reminds us that love makes the world go ’round, whether your family is disturbingly “normal” or happens to revel in life’s darker moments.
The public is encouraged to visit anytime during City Hall business hours to view the work of artist Timothy Michael Foley. In addition, the public is invited to an artists reception on Nov. 17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. where you can meet with the artist and discuss his art work.
Go ahead; wash your hair and put on your fancy shoes. It’s Friday night date night at Amoskeag Studio Nov. 6, the place to be, for the Frank Wallace CD release concert.
Every Tuesday in November is an excuse to eat out for a great cause. Not Your Average Joe’s in Nashua has designated CASA of New Hampshire as one of its beneficiaries of its Not Your Average Cause charitable program for the month.
Every day is No Bra Day for women like me who, for whatever reason, chose not to have reconstruction. I’m here to remind us that we’re not defined by mammary glands but by our unique creative intellect and spirit. That self-esteem is more the measure of our mettle in this over-sexed society we live in, one we too often feel compelled to “fit in” least we – God forbid – have people talking.
Got tickets? Affordable family fare now showing at the Palace Theatre.
Live jazz in downtown Manchester at Amoskeag Studio – tickets are just $10 in advance ($7 for students).