New Bedford troupe’s first-ever executive director says, “What I really love about theater is enabling people to create and have these magical moments.”
Author Archives: Sean McCarthy
Pam Kuechler keeping PACE in a difficult time
“My ambitions for the organization are to see us come out the other side of these funding struggles and the challenges that we’re faced with right now to be as strong as possible.” — PACE executive director
At 74, Fairhaven’s Eddie Dillon keeps writing, singing
“I never really had a choice about being a songwriter. … It’s a driving force in my psyche. I’m delighted I’ve still got it, and some of the best songs I’ve ever written were in the past few years.”
‘Spooky Southcoast’ host Tim Weisberg: ‘Ghosts are people too’
For close to 20 years, his ghost stories have entertained the masses and made him an icon of the paranormal world.
Greg Morton’s busy life: Cooking, booking and narrating
Whether he’s making food, bringing top-notch talent to the Zeiterion or doing voiceover for radio, books and films, it’s been vibrant and varied.
Rebecca Kerner’s goal: Finding a ‘big’ for every ‘little’
Regional manager of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts says “mentoring works” and is looking to recruit volunteers across the South Coast.
Sounding good, looking good: Jimi Blacksheep’s musical journey
The 60-year-old New Bedford resident is at home busking on the streets, entertaining pedestrians with his vast catalog of covers and original songs.
CEO Michelle Hantman: ‘This isn’t your grandfather’s United Way’
In 18 years with the Greater New Bedford branch, she’s been responsible for substantial progress for the organization, going beyond raising money for local services and charities to become a more hands-on, proactive member of the community.
Lyn Dillies: ‘I just love using my magic to make a difference’
A world-class illusionist and a remarkable philanthropist, Dillies’ message is clear. “Believe in the magic of yourself and your dream will come true.”
For Ethan de Aguiar, every film is a story
The man behind “Love Letters” and the New Bedford Film Festival has been enthralled with filmmaking and storytelling since he first picked up a video recorder as an early teen, filming his family’s events and vacations, as well as videos of his skateboarding friends.

