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New Hampshire Events Calendar
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Clydesdale Camera Day -- Merrimack
Now through December 5, 2009
The first Saturday of the month is Clydesdale Camera Day. Bring your camera and pose for a photo with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. Dates: February 7, March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, August 1, September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5. Location: 221 Daniel Webster Highway. Time: 1-3 p.m. Information: 603-595-1202 or visit www.budweisertours.com |
Day Out With Thomas -- North Conway Village
July 10, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Join Thomas the Tank Engine, ride a train led by Thomas, and meet Sir Topham Hatt. Enjoy storytelling, live music, arts and crafts, unlimited motorcar rides, and much more. Event is held rain or shine. Reservations are recommended. Location: Conway Scenic Railroad. Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: $18 per ticket for ages 2 and up. Information: 866-468-7630 or 603-356-5251, ext 12. |
Circus Smirkus – Wellesley
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Every summer, a company of talented Smirkus Troupers, ages 10 to 18, go on a two-month performance tour around New England. Backed by coaches, cooks, crew, and musicians, the Troupers perform to sell-out crowds in a 750-seat European-style one-ring Big Top tent. In 2009, it's Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale.
Location: Elm Bank Horticulture Center, 900 Washington Street (Route 16).
Time and cost: Call or check website for details. Information: 802-533-7443 or visit www.smirkus.org. |
Circus Smirkus – Wilton
August 9, 2009 to August 10, 2009
Every summer, a company of talented Smirkus Troupers, ages 10 to 18, go on a two-month performance tour around New England. Backed by coaches, cooks, crew, and musicians, the Troupers perform to sell-out crowds in a 750-seat European-style one-ring Big Top tent. In 2009, it's Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale.
Location: High Mowing School, 245 Abbot Hill Road.
Time and cost: Call or check website for details. Information: 802-533-7443 or visit www.smirkus.org. |
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| COMEDY |
Sarah Silverman -- Manchester
July 19, 2009
Sarah Silverman was dubbed “the most outrageously funny woman alive,” by Rolling Stone. She is as versatile as they come; her repertoire includes everything from stand-up comedy, to film and television, to online videos. Location: Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street. Time: 7 p.m. nightly. Cost: adults, $55 - $150. Information: 603-668-5588 or visit www.palacetheatre.org. |
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| FARMS |
Apple Fest -- Nashua
October 11, 2009
Second annual apple fest to benefit the Nashua Salvation Army. Tons of family activities -- hay rides, pony rides, face painting, pumpkin painting, apple picking, apple pie contest, live entertainment, food and refreshments and much much more. Location: 70 Coburn Avenue. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 603-889-5151 ext. 14 |
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| FOOD, WINE, BEER |
Homestead Cooking Workshops -- Tamworth
Now through December 5, 2009
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm offers workshops on historic cooking, food preparation, and crafts throughout the year. Many workshops are appropriate for children and families. Location: Remick Museum, 58 Cleveland Hill Road. Cost: See website for costs. Information and registration: 603-323-7591 or 800-686- 6117 or visit www.remickmuseum.org.
Workshops in 2009 include:
Pie Crust Making, June 6, 10 a.m.-noon; Rhubarb Workshop, June 6, 1-3 p.m.; Cheese Making, July 11, 1-3 p.m.; Dairy for Families, July 18, 10 a.m.-noon; Kid’s Cookbook, August 1, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Pickling and Sauerkraut,
September 5, 10 a.m.-noon; Chutney, September 5, 1-3 p.m.; Woodstove Cooking, October 24, 10 a.m.-noon; Pumpkin Workshop, October 24, 1-3 p.m.; Turkey Processing, November 7, 10 a.m.-noon; Pig Processing, November 7, 1-3 p.m.; Candle Making, December 5, 10 a.m. –noon; Soap Making, December 5, 1-3 p.m. |
Honey Wine & Mead Tasting with Piscassic Pond Winery -- Glen
July 3, 2009
Piscassic Pond Winery, an award-winning mead and honey wine maker, will have a traditional honey wine (mead) as well as a couple of the seasonal varieties available to try and buy. If you're looking for something different this could be it. Location: Glen Beverages, Route 16 North. Time: 2-6 p.m. Cost: Free tasting.Information: 603-778-0108 or visit www.nhmead.com |
Fire on the Mountain Chili Fest -- Henniker
August 23, 2009
Henniker Rotary Club Chili Fest features 30 chili makers, kids’ activities, classic car show, barbecue, beer tent, concessions and more.
Location: Pat's Peak, Flanders Road. Time: 1-4:30 p.m., rain or shine. Cost: Adults, $10; children under age 10, $5. Information: 603-428-7232 |
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| GARDENS |
Garden and Art Tour -- Gilmanton Corners
July 25, 2009
Gilmanton artists and gardeners invite the public to share a summer day, beautiful gardens, unique art works and a box lunch. The tour highlights new gardens, and local artists will be creating works of art in the gardens, including woodcarvings, hooked rugs, watercolor paintings, lithographs and textile art. Location: Tour begtins at Gilmanton Academy, Route 107. Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: Tickers are $15; optional box lunch: $5. Information: www.gyrla.com |
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| HISTORIC |
Muster Day at the American Independence Museum -- Exeter
July 11, 2009
General George Washington is coming to Exeter for the American Independence Festival and trained troops are needed to escort him. Prepare for his visit by participating in Muster Day. Learn what was it was like to be a soldier during the Revolutionary War at this one-day camp, practice military muster techniques, set up a tent, and sign an Oath of Allegiance to the Patriot cause with a quill pen. Muster Day graduates are invited to escort General George Washington during the American Independence Festival on July 18. For guests age 7 to 11. Location: Folsom Tavern of the American Independence Museum, 1 Governors Lane. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $50. Information: 603-772-2622 or visit http://www.independencemuseum.org/ |
American Independence Festival -- Exeter
July 18, 2009
On July 16, 1776, John Taylor Gilman read the Declaration of Independence to the townspeople of Exeter. At the popular American Independence Festival, join the crowd escorting George Washington down Water Street, listen to the public reading of the Declaration (complete with hecklers), chat with historic role-players, step to the stirring music of the Lincoln Fife and Drum, and delight in the maneuvers and cannon firings of militias. Visit the traditional New Hampshire artisans’ village, view early drafts of the U.S. Constitution and stroll Water Street to see local arts and crafts. Enjoy plenty of food, music, sidewalk sales and children's activities, then stay for the town's evening fireworks and live band. Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $5 for events on museum grounds. Location; American Independence Museum, 1 Governor's Lane. Information: 603-772-2622 or visit www.independencemuseum.org/ |
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| HOME & STUDIO TOURS |
Open Studio Day at The MacDowell Colony -- Peterborough
August 9, 2009
Take a peek behind the scenes at the oldest and leading artist residency program in the United States as the MacDowell Colony awards artist Kiki Smith. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the Colony's 450 wooded acres, open studios hosted by artists-in-residence, and a special interactive sculptural project for children and families. Location: The MacDowell Colony, 100 High Street. Time: 12:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: 603-924-3886 or visit www.macdowellcolony.org |
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| MUSEUMS |
Turning Wood into Art
The Currier Museum of Art – Manchester
Now through September 26, 2009
This exhibition of 65 objects has been selected from one of the world’s foremost collections of contemporary lathe-turned wood. An international collection, it includes artists from Great Britain, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States with representatives from the West Coast, southwest, and eastern states including three artists from Vermont and one former New Hampshire resident. Location: Currier Museum of Art, 150 Ash Street. Hours: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open the first Thursday of each month, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Closed Tuesday.
Admission: Adults, $10; seniors, $9; students, $8; children under age 18, free.
Information: 603-669-6144 or visit www.currier.org/ |
Peter Rockwell Day -- Stockbridge
July 11, 2009
Meet the artist and explore Peter Rockwell's unique approach to creating
fantastical artworks in clay, stone, ceramic, and bronze. At 11 a.m., join
Rockwell for a hands-on sculpture demonstration, showing his process of
building a 3D form around an armature in clay. At 2 p.m., the artist will be
your guide for an exhibition walk and talk through indoor and outdoor
gallery spaces. At 5:30 p.m., learn about the history of stone carving and
the evolution of Peter Rockwell's artwork. Free with museum admission. Location: Norman Rockwell Museum, 9 Glendale Road. Time: 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hours: November-April, weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and weekends, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; May-October and holidays, daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Adults, $15; college students, $10; seniors, $13.50; children under age 18, free with an adult. Information: 413-298-4100 or visit www.nrm.org/ |
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| MUSIC |
The Tuftonboro Country & Gospel Jam -- Center Tuftonboro
Now through August 25, 2009
An old-time country, gospel, and bluegrass music jam session takes place weekly through August. This is a real old time jam session in a historic old church building. Musicians in these sessions range in ability from old time country musicians to new country and bluegrass enthusiasts. Musicians and singers are invited to join in. Location: Old White Church in Center, Route 109A across the road from the Tuftonboro General Store & Post Office. Dates: Every Wednesday night in May and every Tuesday night in June, July, and August. Time: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: free. Information: 603-569-3861. |
Cochecho Arts Festival -- Dover
Now through August 14, 2009
The summer-long Festival showcases both internationally and nationally recognized as well as top local Seacoast entertainers. Opening Night on July 3 features the USAF Liberty Pops Band. Location: Henry Law Park, 15 Washington Street. Information: 603-742-2218 or visit www.cochechoartsfestival.org.
The Friday night series includes All Together Now, July 10; Don Campbell Band, July 17; Pondering Judd, July 24; CochechoPalozza, local musicians, Dan Walker, Sounds of the Seacoast and Sneeky Pete, July 31; Boston Horns, August 7; The Spectras, August 14.
The Tuesday morning Children's Series, underwritten by Liberty Mutual, opens on July 7 at 10:30 a.m. with Marcus Gale and continues with Todd Wellington, July 14; Judy Pancoast, July 21; Susie Burke, July 28; BJ Hickman, August 4; Jody Gourlay, August 11.
The Thursday noon Shark in the Park Luncheon Series will begin on July 9 with Big John and the Twins and continue with The Twitch, July 16; The Jen Thayer Band, July 23; Rockfish, July 30; Truffle, August 6; The Digbees, August 13. |
Windborne Concert – Peterborough
July 3, 2009
Windborne Concert with vocalists Will Thomas and Lynn Mahoney performing songs in many languages, original and traditional. Ireland, Appalachia, Bulgaria and the Republic of Georgia, Corsica, Spanish and Italian renaissance singing and original. Location: Mariposa Museum, 26 Main Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 603-924-4555 or visit www.mariposamuseum.org |
Hunt Smith and Allison Aldrich in Concert -- Peterborough
July 3, 2009
Songs, stories and instrumental music from America, the British Isles and Ireland, and beyond. Accordion, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, concertina, and more. Location: Mariposa Museum, 26 Main Street. Cost: Free. Information: 603-924-4555 or visit www.mariposamuseum.org |
Village Harmony Concert -- Francestown
July 4, 2009
American shape-note, gospel and Appalachian harmonies, traditional music from Caucasus Georgia and Bosnia, and South African songs and dances. Location: Community Church of Francestown
Main Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Adults, $10; seniors, students, children, $5. Information: 603-899-3249 or visit www.villageharmony.org |
Village Harmony Concert – Francestown
July 4, 2009
American shape-note, gospel and Appalachian harmonies, traditional music from the Republic of Georgia. Led by Suzannah Park, Carl Linich, Luke Hoffman. Location: The Community Church of Francestown, Main Street. Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $8. Information: 603-899-3249 or visit www.villageharmony.org |
Music on The Green – New Haven
July 11, 2009 to July 25, 2009
Three consecutive Saturday concerts in July on the New Haven Green. Cost: Free. Performances are:
New Haven Symphony Orchestra on July 11 at 7 p.m.
Sister Hazel with opening act Gerald Goode on July 18 at 6 p.m. Sister Hazel is an alternative rock band whose style also blends elements of folk rock, pop and Southern rock
Jeffrey Osbourne with opening act Danger Zone on July 25 at 6 p.m. Jeffrey Osbourne is an American funk and R&B musician, songwriter, and former lead singer of the band, L.T.D. In 1982, Osborne released his self-titled debut album, which featured the hit single, “On The Wings Of Love.” |
Yankee Brass Band -- Manchester
July 25, 2009
Bring blanket and chairs, pack a picnic, and join us in Stark Park to hear the music of the Yankee Brass Band. Location: Stark Park, River Road. Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: Phone: 603-622-7531 or visit www.manchesterhistoric.org
E-mail: history@manchesterhistoric.org |
SoulFest 2009 -- Gilford
July 29, 2009 to August 1, 2009
SoulFest is New England’s premier Christian music festival. SoulFest has entertainment, growth and relational opportunities for everyone.
Headlining artists include Casting Crowns, Third Day, Newsboys, Skillet, Haste the Day, Norma Jean, Fireflight, Family Force 5 and many others.
Location: Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Road. Time: 9 a.m. to midnight. Information: 978-346-4577 or visit www.THESOULFEST.com |
Blues Traveler -- Concord
July 30, 2009
Having long ago graduated from the jam-band underground to mainstream stardom, this iconoclastic combo has consistently stuck to its guns and played by its own rules. Location: Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $42.50. Information: 603-225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com. |
Etta James and The Roots Band -- Portsmouth
August 5, 2009
The legendary Etta James, best known for her debut album, At Last, which became her signature song, has been performing for five decades, bridging the gap between rhythm and blues and rock and roll. Location: The Music Hall box office at 28 Chestnut Street. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: $75 and $60. Information: 603-436-2400 or visit www.themusichall.org. |
Jeff Dearborn and the Contoocook Blues Society -- Concord
August 8, 2009
A quintessential New Hampshire blues band will display their passion for the blues as they mix blues standards, lesser-known gems and songs penned by band leader and harmonica player Jeff Dearborn. Location: Spotlight Café at Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20. Information and tickets: 603- 225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com. |
Peter Lampron and Friends – Concord
August 14, 2009
Pete Lampron brings his original blues, rock and acoustic music to the Spotlight Café. Location: Spotlight Café at Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20. Information and tickets: 603- 225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com. |
The Thomashefskys: Music and Memories of a Life in the Yiddish Theater – Lenox
August 20, 2009 to August 21, 2009
Michael Tilson Thomas shares the stage with an orchestra and four singers who bring to life the story of his Grandparents, Boris and Bessie, who emigrated to the United States from Eastern Europe in the 1880s and, while still in their teens, began to play major roles in the development of American Yiddish Theater. Location: Tanglewood Music Center, 297 West Street. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: Varies. Information: 508-637-1600 or visit www.bso.org. |
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| PARADES & FIREWORKS |
Festival of Fireworks -- Jaffrey
August 15, 2009
The family-friendly event showcases the best fireworks show in New England. Live entertainment, skydivers, and food and novelty vendors. Location: 190 Turnpike Road /Route 124. Time: Gates open at 4 p.m. Information: www.jaffreychamber.com/events/ |
Festival of Fireworks – Jaffrey
August 15, 2009
The family-friendly event showcases the best fireworks show in New England. Live entertainment, sky divers, vendors. Entertainment by DJ from 4-6 p.m. and Wild Nights from 6 p.m. to show time. Bring blankets, chairs, coolers; no dogs, grills, alcohol, personal fireworks or tents are allowed. Location: Jaffrey Airport, 190 Turnpike Road (Route 124). Time: Gates open at 4 p.m.; be in the park by 8:30 p.m. Cost: Adults, $8; car with up to 15 passengers, $40. Information and tickets: 603-532-4549 or visit www.jaffreychamber.com. |
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| PERFORMING ARTS, THEATER, DANCE |
“The Breath of Life” -- Peterborough
Now through July 12, 2009
Gauguin’s epigram, “Life being what it is, one dreams of revenge,” serves as the motto for this tale of two women whose lives are interwoven in ways neither of them yet understands. When one shows up at the other’s rural English flat, the result is a surprising meditation on what can emerge when two people with an unknown shared history finally confront each other. Location: Peterborough Players, 55 Hadley Road. Dates: July 1-5, 7-12. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $38 - $45. Information: 603-924-7585 or visit www.peterboroughplayers.org |
“Shout!” -- Ogunquit
Now through July 11, 2009
This bright vinyl time capsule tracks five groovy girls as they come of age in the 1960s. This is a musical journey from 1960 to 1970, packed full of songs, dance and nostalgia and fun, hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and psychedelic dances from the 1960s. Location: Ogunquit Playhouse, 10 Main Street. Information: 207.646.5511 or visit www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/ |
“High School Musical” - North Conway
Now through July 12, 2009
Enjoy a Broadway Musical performed by talented, professional singer/dancer/actors from all around the country as Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company, celebrates its 39th season. The jocks and brainiacs of East High will fill the stage with energetic dancing and familiar songs such as “When There Was Me and You”, “Bop to the Top”, and “Getcha Head in the Game. Location: Eastern Slope Playhouse, 2710 White Mountain Hwy, Route 16. Dates: June 30, July 1-3, 5, 7-12. Time: 8-10:30 p.m. Cost: $29 per person. Information: 603-356-5776 or visit www.mwvtheatre.org |
“Grease” -- Meredith
Now through July 11, 2009
Here is Rydell High's senior class of 1959; duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. An 8-year run on Broadway and two subsequent revivals place Grease among the world's most popular musicals. Dates: June 30, July 1-3, 7-9, 10-11. Location: 1 Laker Road, Route 25. Time: 8-10:30 p.m. Cost: Adults, $29; seniors, $25; children k-12, $20. Information: 888-245-6374 or visit http://www.interlakestheatre.com. |
“Love’s Labours Lost” – Waterville Valley
Now through July 16, 2009
A rarely-produced gem, this sly, sexy, surprise ending romantic comedy is our love letter to a world cloaked in uncertainty and disappointment. Misdelivered love letters, disguise, lies, merry match-making and covert liaisons build to a hilariously comical climax--a “show-within-a-show.” Location: 3 Noon Peak Road. Dates: July 2, 11, and 16.
Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 603-726-0098 or visit www.shakespeareinthevalley.com |
Sugar-Coated Shakespeare – Waterville Valley
Now through August 15, 2009
Teams of professional actors perform songs, monologues, scenes and poems from classical literature and Shakespeare interwoven in a tapestry of fun, participation and learning. Featuring 4 different shows in alternation: “Red, White and Bard” (patriotic poems hosted by Yankee Doodle and Betsy Ross), “Beauty & The Bard” (the world’s most beautiful poems & songs hosted by Belle & Prince Charming), “Rock-a-Bye Bard” (lullabies and vespers hosted by Sleeping Beauty & Cinderella) and “Grin & Bard It” (the world’s funniest poems hosted by Pinocchio & Rumplestiltskin). Location: under the tent in Town Square. Dates: July 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31, August 1, 7, 8, 14, 15.
Time: 10 a.m. Cost: Free. Information: 603-726-0098 or visit www.shakespeareinthevalley.com |
“A Comedy of Errors” – Waterville Valley
July 4, 2009 to July 18, 2009
Presented in the rarely-produced “First Folio Cue-Prompt Style” (practiced by only a handful of companies in the U.S.) in which the actors are told which role they will play only moment’s before it starts and have learned only their part-—with the last five words of the line before theirs (i.e “the cue”) to guide them. No rehearsals. No blocking—-it is a sort of “Shakespeare Improv” that makes for an exciting evening that is different every time it is performed. Location: 3 Noon Peak Road. Dates: July 4, 9, and 18. Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 603-726-0098 or visit www.shakespeareinthevalley.com |
Cirque Du Soleil: Alegria -- Manchester
July 8, 2009 to July 12, 2009
The themes of the show, whose name means "jubilation" in Spanish, are many. Power and the handing down of power over time, the evolution from ancient monarchies to modern democracies, old age, youth—it is against this backdrop that the characters of Alegría play out their lives. Kings' fools, minstrels, beggars, old aristocrats and children make up its universe, along with the clowns, who alone are able to resist the passing of time and the social transformations that accompany it. Location: Verizo Wireless Arena, 555 Elm Street.
Time: Wednesday-Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 1 and 5 p.m. Cost: Adults: $40-$95; children age 12 and younger, $32-$76. Information: 800-745-3000 or visit www.circquedusoleil.com/alegria |
“Crimes of the Heart” -- Laconia
July 8, 2009 to July 18, 2009
This Pulitzer Prize-winning play is set in the small town Southern home of the Magrath sisters, who are anything but belles. There’s spinster Lenny, rock chick Meg and pampered Babe who makes a split-second decision which turns their world upside-down. Location: The Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Alpenrose Plaza at the intersection of routes 3 and 11B in Weirs Beach. Dates and times: Performances are Monday-Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Mondays at 2 p.m. No Sunday performances. Cost: Adults, $21; seniors and students, $19. Information: 603-366-7377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.com |
Magician Bill Blagg III -- Concord
July 12, 2009
Blagg makes snow appear out of thin air, uses mysteries to keep the audience intrigued, and adds an ambience using lighting and digital sound effects to make the audience feel like they are a part of illusions throughout the show. He creates a world of mystery and defies the impossible leaving audiences in awe. Location: Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $34.50, $24.50, and $12.50. Information: 603-225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com/ |
“The Sound of Music” -- Meredith
July 14, 2009 to July 25, 2009
The classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical tells the story of the Maria, Novice and Nanny, who sings her way into the hearts of the Captain Von Tarpp and his seven children. Dates: July 14-18, 21-25. Location: 1 Laker Road, Route 25. Time: 8-10:30 p.m. Cost: Adults, $29; seniors, $25; children k-12, $20. Information: 888-245-6374 or visit http://www.interlakestheatre.com. |
Circus Smirkus – Wellesley
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Every summer, a company of talented Smirkus Troupers, ages 10 to 18, go on a two-month performance tour around New England. Backed by coaches, cooks, crew, and musicians, the Troupers perform to sell-out crowds in a 750-seat European-style one-ring Big Top tent. In 2009, it's Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale.
Location: Elm Bank Horticulture Center, 900 Washington Street (Route 16).
Time and cost: Call or check website for details. Information: 802-533-7443 or visit www.smirkus.org. |
“Around the World in 80 Days” -- Laconia
July 22, 2009 to August 1, 2009
Stampeding elephants! Raging typhoons! Runaway trains! Five actors playing 39 roles! Hold onto your seats when the Playhouse presents a rollicking adaptation of Verne’s classic adventure tale. The original Amazing Race! Location: The Winnipesaukee Playhouse, Alpenrose Plaza at the intersection of routes 3 and 11B in Weirs Beach. Dates and times: Performances are Monday-Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Mondays at 2 p.m. No Sunday performances. Cost: Adults, $21; seniors and students, $19. Information: 603-366-7377 or visit www.winniplayhouse.com |
“The Pact” -- Concord
July 23, 2009 to July 24, 2009
A gripping drama based on the novel by Jodi Picoult. Produced by Yellow Taxi Productions. Location: Spotlight Café at Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Information and tickets: 603- 225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com. |
“Cats” – Meredith
July 28, 2009 to August 8, 2009
Based on the universally popular poetry of T.S. Eliot, Cats tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. Filled with stupendous songs ("Memory") and thrilling dancing, people young and old will be blown by this musical extravaganza. Dates: July 28-31, August 1, 4-8. Location: 1 Laker Road, Route 25. Time: 8-10:30 p.m. Cost: Adults, $29; seniors, $25; children k-12, $20. Information: 888-245-6374 or visit http://www.interlakestheatre.com. |
Circus Smirkus – Wilton
August 9, 2009 to August 10, 2009
Every summer, a company of talented Smirkus Troupers, ages 10 to 18, go on a two-month performance tour around New England. Backed by coaches, cooks, crew, and musicians, the Troupers perform to sell-out crowds in a 750-seat European-style one-ring Big Top tent. In 2009, it's Smirkus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale.
Location: High Mowing School, 245 Abbot Hill Road.
Time and cost: Call or check website for details. Information: 802-533-7443 or visit www.smirkus.org. |
“I Love you, You’re Perfect, Now Change” -- Meredith
August 11, 2009 to August 16, 2009
This celebration of the mating game takes on the truths and myths behind that contemporary conundrum know as "the relationship." This hilarious revue pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance, to those who have dared to ask, "Say, what are you doing Saturday night?" Location: 1 Laker Road, Route 25. Time: 8-10:30 p.m. Cost: Adults, $29; seniors, $25; children k-12, $20. Information: 888-245-6374 or visit http://www.interlakestheatre.com. |
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