Western Mass Theatre Newsletter |
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| | | This week: Alice by Heart opens at Amherst High School, Mean Girls at Northampton High School, The Interrobangers at UMass, and Enchanted April at Easthampton Theater Company. Dear Jack, Dear Louise continues at the Majestic, and you can read Max Hartshorne’s review here.
The next issue will include events from March 19 - April 8. Submit upcoming events via the link below or by emailing me before Tuesday at midnight. Any questions, comments or feedback? Email me at westernmasstheatre@gmail.com
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| Easthampton Theater Company presents Enchanted April March 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 at WiIliston Theater in Easthampton Tickets and More Information |
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Starlight’s Youth Theatre present The Little Mermaid Saturday, March 21 at 11 AM and 1 PM at Amherst Middle School More Information |
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Amherst Regional High School
Alice By Heart
March 12-14 at 7:30 PM; also a 2:00pm matinee on March 14
Amherst Regional High School
ARHS Theater Company is thrilled to share Alice by Heart, from the award-winning creators of Spring Awakening.
This touching musical, inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland starts in the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down as she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.
Recommended ages - 12+
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alice-by-heart-a-musical-tickets-1983464762498 |
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Northampton Musical Booster Club
Mean Girls: High School Version
March 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
March 13 (7pm), March 14 (7pm), March 15 (2pm)
Northampton High School, 380 Elm Street, Northampton, MA 01060
Northampton High School is thrilled to present MEAN GIRLS: High School Version! This full-length rock musical (book by Tina Fey, lyrics by Nell Benjamin, and music by Jeff Richmond) is based on the 2004 Mark Waters film about high school hardships, superficiality, and the triumph of genuine friendships. This production features a live pit band and a cast of 46 NHS students! Directed by Dave Grout, Musical Direction by Susan Dillard, and Choreography by Zazie Tobey.
https://nhsmusical.com/ |
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THE INTERROBANGERS
By M Sloth Levine
Directed by Cordelia Dwyer
March 12, 13 at 7:30 p.m.
The Curtain Theater
The Interrobangers tickets
A gang of teenage friends who band together to solve a mystery and confront the supernatural — what’s not to love about that winning formula? Foggy Bluffs is a spooky place where you can see floating red eyes and weird shadows in the woods. The Interrobangers decide to figure out what’s going on and find much more than a spooky mystery. This queer take on the Scooby gang explores friendship, identity, and how to heal from the hurts of the past.
Content advisory: Depictions of substance abuse, swearing, and brief references to child abuse, abduction, and trauma. Recommended for ages 13 and up Tickets and pricing:
$17 general admission, $5 for students, seniors, and Card to Culture patrons, or $19 and $7 through the Fine Arts Center Box Office, which includes a $2 fee.
Season and group discounts available |
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MAJESTIC THEATER TO PRESENT DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE MARCH 12 – APRIL 4
The fourth play of the Majestic Theater’s current season is the heartfelt and comical play Dear Jack, Dear Louise, which runs February 26 through April 4 at the West Springfield venue.
Written by Ken Ludwig, Dear Jack, Dear Louise tells the story (through letters) of the relationship between a young Army doctor, Jack, and an aspiring Broadway actress named Louise during World War II. As their correspondence deepens, the two begin to fall in love despite the physical distance and the challenges of wartime life. The play explores themes of love, hope, and resilience, offering a poignant look at how relationships can flourish even in the most uncertain times. With a charming mix of humor and emotion, Dear Jack, Dear Louise captures the timeless power of connection and the courage it takes to love across miles.
The cast includes Gregory Boover (Jack), Alexandra O’Halloran (Louise), Aaron Mancaniello (understudy for Jack), and Rachel Ballasy (understudy for Louise).
The Majestic’s Producing Director, Sue Dziura, will direct the play. Michael Garcia is stage manager, Dawn McKay is costume designer and Dan Rist is lighting designer. Scenic designer is Matthew Whiton, and Alan Schneider is technical director. Production manager is Marcus Kearns.
Tickets to the show range from $35-$38 and can be purchased in person at the box office, by calling (413) 747-7797, or online at https://majestictheater.csstix.com/events.php Box office hours are Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Doors to the theater will open one hour before the start of a show, which is also when the café opens. For more information, visit www.majestictheater.com |
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| | | Enchanted April, based on Elizabeth Von Arnim’s beloved novel of the 1920s, is a gentle and beautiful story of the importance of platonic relationships, friendships among women, self-care, and rediscovering who you are when life has caused you to lose yourself. Enchanted April is a heartwarming, character-driven play set in 1920s England and Italy, following four very different women who escape their dreary lives and unfulfilling relationships by renting a castle on the Italian Riviera for the month of April. As they navigate clashing personalities, unexpected friendships, and personal awakenings, the women—and the men —and the men in their lives—are transformed by the beauty, freedom, and magic of their surroundings. With rich characters showing emotional depth, humor, and growth, Enchanted April is a rare ensemble piece full of charm, change, and hope.The show is directed by Gilana Chelimsky and produced by Michael O. Budnick and Deb Jacobson, with Sophia Defayette as Stage Manager. Performance dates are March 14, 20, 21 at 7:30PM and March 15, 22 at 2PM at WiIliston Theater in Easthampton.More information and tickets are available at easthamptontheater.com, or you can purchase tickets directly at our ticketing site easthamptontheater.ludus.com |
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Quonk
Medieval Fantasy Tavern
Mar 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
122 Main St, Downstairs, Northampton
An immersive Medieval roleplay experience in the heart of Downtown Northampton. Bring some friends, wear a costume and join the fun!
medievalfantasytavern.com |
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Flip the Script Saturday, March 14th @7pm We invite a local playwright to bring an unfinished script to the show; an original work that's never seen the stage. Then we read the character descriptions, cast the show, and launch into its first ever performance. Once we run out of lines, we drop the scripts and improvise the rest of the play while the playwright watches in delight (or horror!) Featuring experienced improvisers Mandy Anderson, Maddy Benjamin, Scott Braidman, Moe McElligott, Laura Patrick, Pam Victor, and Kate Zak. Our playwright for February is Patrick Gabridge!
https://www.happiervalley.com/2nd-saturdays.html |
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First Congregational Church (UCC) of Ashfield
Presents The Hilltown Variety Show March 14
Featuring 20 Acts by 50 Local Performers
Don't miss this event! The Hilltown Variety Show at the First Congregational Church (UCC) in Ashfield on March 14 at 4:00 pm is guaranteed to leave you renewed by humanity and ready for spring!
“We have a magic act, a puppet show, poetry, and storytelling,” said Jeannine Haas of Pauline Productions who is helping organize the event along with Kare Marshall and other church members. "We’ll also have music of all kinds: singing, banjo, guitar, organ, trumpet, flute, choral, duets. 40 Performers, ages 7-85, in 17 short acts. All in 2 hours!”
“What’s not to like?” said Julie Waggoner of Happier Valley Comedy, one of the Masters of Ceremony along with Jeannine Haas. “Jeannine and I have a long history of working together onstage, including MC'ing the 2019 Hilltown Variety Show and acting together in Pauline Production plays Parallel Lives aka The Kathy and Mo Show, and Red State of Marriage (written for us!). This local show is going to be a lot of fun. Come and see your talented neighbors!”
WHEN: Saturday March 14, 4pm-6pm
TICKETS: FREE WILL OFFERING (free, pay what you will). AT THE DOOR. NO RESERVATIONS Just come! Any free will offerings will go to the church for more Community Events.
WHERE: First Congregational Church (UCC) of Ashfield
429 Main Street, Ashfield. Fine for all ages.
In the event of extreme weather, visit Paulinelive.com the day of show, for decision.
("snow date" will be the following Saturday, March 21, at the same time) |
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Wilbraham United Players
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) (REVISED) (AGAIN)
3/20, 3/21, 3/27, & 3/28 at 7:30pm; 3/22 & 3/29 at 2:30pm
Wilbraham United Church Fellowship Hall at 500 Main St., Wilbraham, MA
Tickets are on sale for our upcoming hilarious production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] {Again}.
Come see three overly-ambitious actors attempt to perform all of Shakespeare's body of work in under 2 hours (or so...) You'll never see Shakespeare the same again!
https://www.wilbrahamunitedplayers.org/buy-tickets |
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Theatre Guild of Hampden
“The Wisdom of Eve”
Thornton W Burgess School, 85 Wilbraham Road, Hampden MA
Theatre Guild of Hampden presents “The Wisdom of Eve”. Adapted from the Cosmopolitan short story by Mary Orr, on which the Oscar winning film “All About Eve” and the Tony Award winning musical “Applause”were based, this is the story of “Eve Harrington” an unscrupulous ingenue whose ruthless ambitions know no bounds in her pursuit of Broadway stardom.
CAST: Rick Malone as Tally-Ho Thompson
Nathan Alvarez as Harvey
Allison Reardon as Eve
Amanda Emet as Vera Franklin
Andy Price as Bert Hinkle
Andrea Stolar as Leila
Heath Verrill as Lloyd
Jeannie Wysocki as Margo
Margie Secora as Karen
Phil Godeck as Clement
Director - Mark Giza
Stage Manager - Gail Weber
SHOW DATES: Friday March 20 7:30 pm Saturday March 21 7:30 pm Sunday March 22 2:00 pm Friday March 27 7:30 pm Saturday March 28 7:30 pm Sunday March 29 2:00 pm Adults: $25.00 Senior/Student: $20.00 Thornton W. Burgess School
85 Wilbraham Road Hampden, MA Tickets at: theatreguildofhampden.org and at the door |
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Starlight's Youth Theatre
The Little Mermaid Jr.
March 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Amherst Middle School
Join us “under the sea” with Ariel, Ursula, Flounder, and other beloved characters from the hit Disney film and Broadway musical. Our students in grades 1-6 will bring the stage to life with singing and dancing of hit Disney songs. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved stories, The Little Mermaid Jr. tells a tale of love and acceptance that is important for all ages to hear.
https://starlights-youth-theatre.org/the-little-mermaid-jr-show/
Tickets available at Maple Ridge Church and Community Center lobby and at the door at Amherst Middle School. |
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Not In Charge: Improv Comedy Inspired By True Stories Saturday, March 21st @7pm Don't miss this talented group of friends in an improvised show inspired by true stories from the cast! Not In Charge is Mandy Anderson, Maddy Benjamin, Sally Ekus, Micaela Foster, Derek Luthi, Allison Reding, Julie Waggoner, Jim Young, and Kate Zak.
https://www.happiervalley.com/notincharge.html |
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OPEN MIC THEATER NIGHT TO SUPPORT BRICK HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTER
Valley Players kicks off its third season with its first Open Mic Theater Night at The Rendezvous (78 3rd Street, Turners Falls) on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00pm. The evening will feature scenes and speeches from a wide variety of plays, old and new, chosen by the performers themselves. During the event, guests can enjoy a meal and drinks from The Voo’s dinner menu and expansive bar list. No reservations are being taken and admission is free, but donations are encouraged and can be made by clicking on the event at www.valleyplayers.org.
As with all Valley Players productions, a portion of the funds raised will go to support another Valley nonprofit. In this case, half of the donations from the Open Mic Theater Night will go to The Brick House Community Resource Center in Turners Falls (brickhousecommunity.org). The other half will support Valley Players’ June picnic-theater production of The Tempest, which itself will be a benefit for the Center for New Americans.
The Brick House is a holistic-minded Community Resource Center with robust youth, parent/family, basic needs, and community-based programming and that also supports music recording, dance and art studios, and an intimate performance space shared with the community. Serving over 4000 people a year, The Brick House is nestled in downtown Turners Falls and prides itself on responding quickly to emerging community needs for over 35 years.
A year and a half ago, in the face of rising food insecurity in Franklin County, The Brick House opened a food pantry that now serves over 2000 people a year and formed the Montague Food Security and Sustainability Coalition to unite like-minded organizations, agencies, schools, community groups, and farms to eliminate hunger in the area. When the SNAP crisis and government shutdown hit so many families, The Brick House was well positioned to ramp up its collective efforts and feed people who needed aid. As a community, it has continued that growth, so that those in need will have support when the next crisis comes along.
Anyone who would like to perform at the Open Mic should email info@valleyplayers.org to sign up for a slot (up to 2 minutes for a speech or 4 minutes for a scene) by sharing their name, the play from which the excerpt comes, and the scene or character. Slots are being given out on a first-response, first-served basis and there’s no need to be off-book. A few slots may also be reserved for walk-in performances on the night of the show.
Valley Players is a volunteer-driven nonprofit group with a mission to produce nimble, meaningful, and accessible community theater that helps build community by donating half of net ticket proceeds from its shows to other Valley nonprofits. In its first two years, Valley Players has supported Cancer Connection, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, River Valley Counseling Center, Community Aid Pioneer Valley, the Peace Development Fund, the Literacy Project, Way Finders, and the Amherst Survival Center. More information about Valley Players, including how to donate, become a sponsor, or join the email list, is at valleyplayers.org.
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| | Saturday March 28th, 2026; 6pm to 8:30pm
De La Luz Divine Theater, Holyoke RSVP HERE! We hope you'll join us at the De La Luz Divine Theater in Holyoke to celebrate our extraordinary Scarlet Sock Foundation 2025 grant recipients: Pittsfield Public Schools, Play Incubation Collection, WAM's Ballad for the Ballot, Self-Evident Education and MORE! You’ll be treated to an inspiring evening showcasing work from these innovative organizations and learn why investing in their work changes communities for the better. Scarlet Sock Foundation was founded in memory of Laura DiPillo, who lived her life by her deeply held belief that all people deserve to be included and heard; in short, she believed everyone is deserving of love. That is why we support social justice theater, which aims to raise awareness and create community through the performing arts.
During the program, which is free to attend thanks to our 2026 sponsors, you’ll be invited to make a donation to the Scarlet Sock Foundation. Drinks and appetizers will be served.
Visit our website and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to learn more! Can't join us but still want to help? Donate here! RSVP by filling out this form by March 19th to reserve your seat at the De La Luz Divine Theater in Holyoke! Space is limited; so, please reply soon. |
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Happier Valley Comedy Presents: North Coast Saturday, March 28th @7pm Catch NYC's legendary hip hop improv team at Happier Valley Comedy - one night only!
With a cast of improv comedy veterans from New York City, North Coast’s explosive performances have been packing comedy venues, universities, and festivals nationwide since 2009. Built around a single suggestion from an audience member, the show’s improvised scenes escalate into full-blown hip-hop songs, facilitated by resident beatboxer, Doctor Brick. With their seamless melding of comedic timing and freestyle rapping abilities, North Coast frequently blurs the line between comedy show and concert, drawing audiences from the comedy, hip-hop, and theater communities for an experience that has been hailed as “mind-blowing” and “next level” by critics and audiences alike.
https://www.happiervalley.com/north-coast-show.html |
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Cadent Shakespeare Co. & Junkyard Shakespeare
King Lear, a staged reading
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Northampton Community Music Center
Spend an evening with 'King Lear,' a sprawling portrait of family, loyalty, leadership, and failure. Known for its so-called redemption arc, we’ll be investigating the grey areas of accountability and the relationship between gender and patriarchy, asking whether any individual is free from systemic oppression – even when that very system bestows power upon them.
Heavy stuff, we know.
But there is redemption in this play: like any of Shakespeare’s works, there are bright glowing moments of humor and heart (not to mention soaring passages of poetry) that help us face the horrors while carving out space, tooth and nail, for humanity. We may even find our own salvation simply by engaging in the curiosity and imagination of storytelling.
Our process will likewise focus on exploration and curiosity more than polish and performance. This cast, made up of both local and NYC-based actors, will spend the day building ensemble, analyzing text, and finding a structure for this piece, until we open the doors to you, our audience, and the most important part of any theatrical venture.
This project is a co-production of Cadent Shakespeare Co. and Junkyard Shakespeare.
https://www.cadentshakespeare.co/event-details/king-lear |
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Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
ValleyCreates Capacity Building Grant
Application Opens March 9th - Deadline April 20th
Are you an individual artist new to #ValleyCreates? Do you live or have studio space in Hampden, Hampshire, or Franklin County? This capacity-building and sustainability initiative could be for you.
The program pairs a $2,500 grant with coaching, workshops, business/career building, personal financial literacy resources, and artist community-building. After being accepted into the program, grantees complete a brief onboarding call to learn more about the resources available to them.
Information sessions will be offered via Zoom for anyone interested in the Capacity-Building grant opportunity. Register for an information session on March 10 at 10 a.m. or March 16 at 2 p.m.
https://communityfoundation.org/nonprofits/valleycreates/capacity-grant-2023/#connect |
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The LAVA Center
Calling Playwrights & Directors: Accepting Submissions for LAVA's 4th "On The Boards" New Play Fest!
324 Main Street Greenfield, MA 01301
The LAVA Center in Greenfield is excited to announce a call for submissions for its annual new play fest, “On the Boards.” The deadline for both play and director submissions March 16. Modest honoraria offered!
PLAY SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: - Any length - Plays that have never been produced - Written by a current Massachusetts resident
More info / Submit: https://forms.gle/LgmxDntVwatSeTpr7
DIRECTOR SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: - All experience levels welcome - Excited by bringing a new play to life - Available for the dates outlined in the submission form
More info / Submit: https://forms.gle/Jxi7g1c5h4ekhGi67
https://thelavacenter.org/on-the-boards/
On the Boards is made possible by grants from the local cultural councils of Amherst, Bernardston, Buckland, Conway, Deerfield, Gill, Greenfield, Leyden, Northfield, Shelburne, and Sunderland. For more details, contact ash@thelavacenter.org. |
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| | AUDITIONS REBEL TOWN The Musical A new American musical set in pre-Revolutionary Boston, leading up to the Boston Tea Party & Paul Revere's ride. With heart, humor, and 27 original musical numbers, “Guys and Dolls meets 1776” as the show follows a tight-knit community of ordinary citizens pushed to extraordinary acts of courage. Through rousing tavern songs, ballads, & big ensemble moments, REBEL TOWN explores loyalty, love, and the cost of standing up for freedom when it matters most.
SHOW DATES: JULY 10-19 VENUE: Kathleen E. McDermott Auditorium, Great Barrington MA REHEARSALS: Commencing in June, Great Barrington. Production Company: Rebel Town Productions LLC Project Type: *Non-Union & Experienced Actors only.
Creative Team: Lead Producer: John Alan Segalla | Director: Michael Siktberg Choreographer: Kristine Waterman | Music Director: Carlton Maaia Technical Director: Ron Piazza
Compensation: Stipends available, sliding scale / negotiable
AUDITION DATES: Rolling in March, by appointment – please email rebeltownmusical@gmail.com Requirements: Prepare (2) contrasting Musical Theater pieces *Provide backing accompaniment.
ROLES AVAILABLE: SAMUEL ADAMS – The Rabble Rousing leader of the Sons of Liberty. (Comedic Baritone) Age: 30s-50s PAUL REVERE – The famous midnight rider, silversmith & Son of Liberty. (Bari-Tenor) Age: 20s-40s JOHN HANCOCK – The wealthy merchant, smuggler & politician. (Tenor) Age: 20s-40s MERCY OTIS WARREN – Politician, freedom writer & daughter of liberty. (Soprano) Age: 30s-50s PETER SLATER JR – 13yr-old boy with dreams of joining the revolution. (Alto, Any Gender) Teen presenting WILLIAM GREY – Carpenter, Son of Liberty & ex-soldier of the French & Indian War. (Tenor) Age: 20s-40s SARAH GREY – Poet, Daughter of Liberty & supportive partner of William. (Soprano) Age: 20s-40s ABIGAIL SLATER – A fiercely loyal Irish mother. (Soprano) Age: 20s-50s ROYAL GOVERNOR HUTCHINSON – Aristocratic leader of the Massachusetts Colony (Bari) Age: 30s-70s LT. COLONEL LESLIE – Redcoat Colonel who witnesses the Boston Tea Party. (Tenor) Age: 20s-50s TOWNSPEOPLE, SONS & DAUGHTERS OF LIBERTY – A large ensemble, including working class & high class Bostonians of all trades (Fishermen, Sailors, Clergy, Dressmakers, Wigmakers, Bakers, Blacksmiths, etc)
EMAIL: REBELTOWNMUSICAL@GMAIL.COM to schedule your audition or with any inquiries. |
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Silverthorne Theater Company
Summer 2026 Season Auditions
Mar 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Room 413, Dept. of Theater, Bromery Center for the Arts, UMass Amherst
We are excited to invite you to our 2026 summer season auditions! Our summer 2026 season includes productions of Sanctuary City, by Martyna Majok, and Deep Blue Sound, by Abe Koogler.
Auditions will take place on Friday, March 27th, from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, in Room 413, Dept. of Theater, Bromery Center for the Arts, UMass Amherst. Callbacks will take place Saturday, March 28th, from 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM at the same location.
If you would like to audition but aren't available for these times, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us at silverthornetheater@gmail.com.
https://tinyurl.com/STCAuditions26 |
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Academy of Music Theatre
The Brave Space Project: Devised Theater Created by Queer Youth
Saturdays, March 28 - May 30, 10am-11:30am; performance on Sunday, May 31, time TBA
Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton
The Brave Space Project is a co-production of the Academy of Music and Play Incubation Collective. - Queer-identified youth ages 13 – 18 - Cost: $30 ($15 tuition + $15 Registration Fee) - Saturdays 10am – 11:30am, March 28 – May 31 - Performance Sunday, May 31, 2026 - Instructors: Sarah Marcus & Zazie Tobey - Rehearsals will take place at the Academy of Music Theatre, and occasionally at another nearby location (TBA). Registration is required for this 10-week workshop, and registration will close on Friday, March 20, at 5pm.
https://app.gostudiopro.com/online/aomyp
The Brave Space Project is a unique opportunity for queer teens to create an original ensemble theater project, and is a collaboration between the Academy of Music Theatre and Play Incubation Collective.
Inspired by their own stories, interests, and imaginations, teens will explore improvisation, writing exercises, movement, poetry, and more in order to build a cohesive ensemble performance piece to be shared at the end of the program. Emphasis will be on collaboration and building performance skills.
No previous experience necessary, just a willingness to be part of a creative ensemble.
This program will be an opportunity for local queer youth to amplify their individual and collective voices and share their own stories. Unlike more traditional youth theater experiences where the material is written by adults, the Brave Space Project empowers and centers the participants as makers. The ensemble will work together to create and perform their own original theater piece that speaks directly to the community, exploring the themes that are most important to them.
This program aims for participants to: Collectively create a piece of devised and improvised theater, from inception to performance, based on their own stories and experiences instead of using a pre-existing script or being confined to expectations from previous productions (theater by the youth, not just for the youth). See themselves as “makers” of art and as storytellers. Gain collaboration, improvisation, and performance skills. Foster a strong sense of community and build a network of peer support amongst queer teens. Experience a supportive and uplifting in-person creative outlet for queer teens. |
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| | | PRODUCTION GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR WESTER MASS COMMUNITY THEATERS.
https://www.jackmct.com/democracy---the-musical
W.Mass composer Jack Tierney here. I am very excited to announce the launch of my new full-length stage work, An American Musical [https://www.jackmct.com/democracy---the-musical], and to share a grant opportunity designed to help community theatres produce the show.
Through this program, theatres may request up to 100% of their production budget (for non-personnel expenses) through a simple application process. The goal is to remove financial barriers so volunteer-based theatres can take on meaningful new work without risking their season budget.
Set in a small New England diner on Election Day, An American Musical follows ten ordinary Americans as they confront fear, hope, belonging, and civic responsibility in a time of national dissonance. The score is contemporary Americana (rock/pop/country), and the show is designed to be practical, flexible, and affordable to produce. An optional SATB chorus line allows the cast to expand, so the only real limit is the size of your stage.
Most importantly, this project is non-partisan. It is not aligned with any political party or candidate. Its purpose is to spark civic reflection, conversation, and community connection through theatre and music in a time of national dissonance.
If this interests you, I invite you to listen to selections from the score [https://www.jackmct.com/songsd187cecc] and to review the Libretto and Grant Information [https://www.jackmct.com/libretto---scores]. If the music and story resonate, I’d welcome the chance to connect by Zoom and explore a potential collaboration.
Contact me at: drjackmct@gmail.com |
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Introducing PIC Kids April Vacation
The World of Clown
Instructor: Meem Mattei
You are invited to enter the joy-filled, rule-bending world of the clown! You’ll spend the week playing theater games and exploring movement and costumes with the goal of creating your own unique clown character. All skill levels are welcome, whether or not you’ve done a theatrical clown camp in the past. The skills you develop this week will not only help you become a better performer but will help you celebrate the wonderful uniqueness of your loveable human self.
Learn more and register! |
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PIC Kids The Writers' Room
Instructor: Anna Fox
Have you ever dreamed of being on SNL? Want to work with a group of your peers to write and perform in a series of original sketches? Then The Writers’ Room is the place for you. We’ll eat lunch together and spend the first half of each workshop session in a mock writer’s room, going over comedy essentials and drafting up sketch ideas as a group. Then, we’ll spend the second half of the afternoon on our feet, playing improv games, and exploring the acting components in the sketches we’ve just imagined. The goal is to leave the week with new connections, and several new comedic ideas, in hopes that you’ll be inspired to continue exploring these ideas beyond the workshop.
Learn more and register!
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Majestic Theater Announces Apprentice Program West Springfield’s Majestic Theater announces a summer apprentice program, seeking to provide emerging artists in the Pioneer Valley and beyond with professional performance experience and educational offerings from industry professionals.
Majestic Theater Apprentices will perform in one or both Majestic Children’s Theater productions. The 2026 season is announced as Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!: The Musical! and The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Additionally, apprentices will have non-performance responsibilities in administration, technical theater, front of house, and/or theater education. Program benefits include educational workshops led by Majestic Theater staff and other industry professionals, and a $250/week stipend. Limited housing may be available. Program runs approximately late June through mid-August.
This program is open to college-aged young professionals, current college students, and recent graduates with a declared major in a related field and/or relevant experience in theater performance. The Majestic Theater welcomes and encourages applications from artists of all genders, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
Applications will go live on the website (majestictheater.com/apprentice) February 2, 2026, followed by an interview/callback process for selected artists.
For more information, visit www.majestictheater.com/apprentice. For any additional questions, please contact Program Director, Chelsie Nectow, at education@majestictheater.com. |
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