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SUMMARY:MAC Theater Playwrights Incubator Presents The Attorney-in-Fact
DESCRIPTION:MAC Theater’s Playwrights Incubator presents The Attorney-in-Fact\, a new play by Philip Ardell\, as part of ArtWeek SouthCoast. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday\, May 8\, and Saturday\, May 9\, and 2 p.m. Sunday\, May 10.\n\nTickets are $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers.\n\nThe play follows Milt\, 82\, recovering from hip surgery in a rehab facility. His estranged son\, Tommy\, visits\, hoping to rebuild their relationship while also seeking financial support. A social worker encourages Tommy to take power of attorney. The situation brings tension and an uneasy reliance between them.\n\nEach performance includes a talkback with the playwright\, cast\, and creative team. Ardell developed the work over the past year under the guidance of mentors Tony Ferreira and Harvey Ussach.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mac-theater-playwrights-incubator-presents-the-attorney-in-fact/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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SUMMARY:A Few Good Men at Steeple Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc. presents “A Few Good Men\,” May 8 through 17 at Steeple Playhouse. The courtroom drama by Aaron Sorkin inspired the later film adaptation and follows two U.S. Marines accused of murder as a military lawyer uncovers questions of loyalty\, honor\, and duty. \nThe production is directed by Eric R. Paradis. Organizers note the play includes depictions of violence and suicide\, coarse language\, imitation firearms\, dynamic sound\, and flashing lights. \nPerformances are scheduled for Fridays\, May 8 and 15\, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays\, May 9 and 16\, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday\, May 10\, at 2 p.m.; Saturday\, May 16\, at 2 p.m.; and Sunday\, May 17\, at 2 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/a-few-good-men-at-steeple-playhouse/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
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SUMMARY:Women of '76: A Theatrical Tribute to Lesser Known Women of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time with stories of five women connected to the American Revolution. The free program highlights both patriots and loyalists\, American and foreign-born. \nStories include a Massachusetts housewife who led an all-female militia to capture British spies\, a German baroness who followed her Hessian general husband into British camps\, and a Georgian farmer’s wife who faced a Redcoat search party alone. Their words and actions offer a personal look at the era. \nThis program receives support from the New Bedford Cultural Council\, with funding from the Mass Cultural Council\, and from the Friends of the New Bedford Free Public Library.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/women-of-76-a-theatrical-tribute-to-lesser-known-women-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,History,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
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SUMMARY:Special Performance at the new Black Box Theater
DESCRIPTION:A special performance is scheduled for April 1 in the new black box theater at SoCo Movement Arts on Pope’s Island in New Bedford. Doors open at 5 p.m. The performance begins at 6 p.m. A question-and-answer session and a meet-and-greet with the dancers will follow. \nThe space opened in February with a nearly sold-out performance. Organizers plan additional dance programs and educational events. The venue may be the city’s first black box theater\, pending confirmation with historians. \nThe founder and director grew up in Mattapoisett and built a dance career in New York City before returning to the South Coast. The studio opened in 2020 and later rebranded as SoCo Movement Arts\, expanding its programs and adding the theater. \nA panel discussion on April 21 will feature Ballet RI Artistic Director Kathleen Breen Combs and moderator Shura Baryshnikov. Organizers say the goal is to expand arts programming on Pope’s Island.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-performance-at-the-new-black-box-theater/
LOCATION:SoCo Movement Arts\, 201 Popes Island\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Dance,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T140000
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CREATED:20260309T174935Z
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SUMMARY:The Best We Could (A Family Tragedy)
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc. presents “The Best We Could (A Family Tragedy)” by Emily Feldman\, directed by Bob Gillet. \nThe story follows Ella and her father\, Lou\, on a surprise road trip to adopt a rescue dog. Along the way\, they cross state lines and revisit family history. A narrator named Maps guides the journey. Conversations with Ella’s mother and a series of unusual encounters shape a story that is funny\, thoughtful\, and deeply personal. \nPerformances run from March 20 to March 29. \nShowtimes:\nMarch 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 22 at 2 p.m.\nMarch 27 at 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 29 at 2 p.m. \nTickets are $27 for adults and $22 for seniors\, military\, and students. Card to Culture tickets are $5. Tickets may also be purchased at the door beginning 30 minutes before showtime. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay. \nMore information and tickets at yourtheatre.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-best-we-could-a-family-tragedy-2/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T193000
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SUMMARY:The Best We Could (A Family Tragedy)
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc. presents “The Best We Could (A Family Tragedy)” by Emily Feldman\, directed by Bob Gillet. \nThe story follows Ella and her father\, Lou\, on a surprise road trip to adopt a rescue dog. Along the way\, they cross state lines and revisit family history. A narrator named Maps guides the journey. Conversations with Ella’s mother and a series of unusual encounters shape a story that is funny\, thoughtful\, and deeply personal. \nPerformances run from March 20 to March 29. \nShowtimes:\nMarch 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 22 at 2 p.m.\nMarch 27 at 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 28 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.\nMarch 29 at 2 p.m. \nTickets are $27 for adults and $22 for seniors\, military\, and students. Card to Culture tickets are $5. Tickets may also be purchased at the door beginning 30 minutes before showtime. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay. \nMore information and tickets at yourtheatre.org. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-best-we-could-a-family-tragedy/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
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CREATED:20260316T202644Z
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SUMMARY:WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company will introduce its leadership and programs on Friday\, March 27\, at 7 p.m. at the Shepherd Center.\n\nThe event offers a chance to learn about upcoming classes\, workshops\, and productions. Organizers will also answer questions about getting involved in theater\, both on stage and behind the scenes.\n\nTopics include auditions\, acting\, stage combat\, improv\, and intimacy direction\, along with design\, directing\, stage management and technical work.\n\nFounded in 2009\, WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company is a group of theater professionals and dedicated amateurs focused on producing local theater. Performances take place in a range of settings\, from outdoor spaces and black-box theaters to schools\, warehouses\, and town halls.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/watermelonalligator-theatre-company-at-the-shepherd-center/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T210000
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CREATED:20260205T191440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191440Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Playback Theatre: A form of storytelling and Improv
DESCRIPTION:The Introduction to Playback Theatre covers storytelling through improvisation. Sessions cost $15 to $30 with a sliding fee. \nThis four-week workshop introduces Playback Theatre as a way to spark creativity and build community. Participants learn how to transform personal stories into spontaneous scenes using movement\, music\, ritual\, and spoken improvisation. The process is based on listening\, sharing\, and bringing lived experiences to life. \nStories shape how people understand the world and one another. Recent years have challenged many communities. This workshop provides a place to play\, connect\, and reflect through shared storytelling. \nPlayback Theatre helps develop empathy\, intuition\, creativity\, and communication skills. It is used in a wide range of settings. The workshop is open to ages 16 and older. No theatre experience is required. Participants should wear loose clothing. \nThe group meets on Wednesdays in March on March 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25 in the Douglas Room at Gallery X.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/introduction-to-playback-theatre-a-form-of-storytelling-and-improv/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Storytelling,Theater,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
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CREATED:20260217T164800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164800Z
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SUMMARY:MAC Theater Presents "The 39 Steps"
DESCRIPTION:MAC Theater will turn up the pace with a quick-change comedy thriller “The 39 Steps\,” running March 6-8\, 13-15\, and 20-22 at the Anne Braitmayer Webb Theater. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m. John Heavey directs.\n\nThe show follows Richard Hannay\, an ordinary man swept into a spy plot and framed for murder. A small cast will play more than 150 characters\, often switching roles in seconds. The result is a playful take on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller.\n\nCast includes Samantha Asker\, Marisa Biever\, Cynthia Johnson\, Jacob Matthew\, Rick Sherburne\, Donn Tyler\, Maura Barry Van Voris\, Jennie Williamson\, and Kerri Zhou. Marisa Biever serves as stage manager. Steve McManus is the technical director.\n\nTickets are $23 for members and $28 for nonmembers. Sales are nonrefundable. Date changes may be available with at least 48 hours’ notice\, based on availability.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mac-theater-presents-the-39-steps-2/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T164016Z
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SUMMARY:MAC Theater Presents "The 39 Steps"
DESCRIPTION:MAC Theater will turn up the pace with a quick-change comedy thriller “The 39 Steps\,” running March 6-8\, 13-15\, and 20-22 at the Anne Braitmayer Webb Theater. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m. John Heavey directs.\n\nThe show follows Richard Hannay\, an ordinary man swept into a spy plot and framed for murder. A small cast will play more than 150 characters\, often switching roles in seconds. The result is a playful take on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller.\n\nCast includes Samantha Asker\, Marisa Biever\, Cynthia Johnson\, Jacob Matthew\, Rick Sherburne\, Donn Tyler\, Maura Barry Van Voris\, Jennie Williamson\, and Kerri Zhou. Marisa Biever serves as stage manager. Steve McManus is the technical director.\n\nTickets are $23 for members and $28 for nonmembers. Sales are nonrefundable. Date changes may be available with at least 48 hours’ notice\, based on availability.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mac-theater-presents-the-39-steps/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T210000
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SUMMARY:Zeiterion Presents Isaac Mizrahi
DESCRIPTION:The New York Times has praised Isaac Mizrahi’s voice as part of a bold\, brassy show business lineage that stretches from Ethel Merman to Harvey Fierstein\, with shades of Liza Minnelli.\n\nMizrahi has spent more than 35 years at the intersection of entertainment\, media\, and fashion. He now celebrates 10 years of performing at New York’s Café Carlyle with a stop at The Z’s Stage Door. Backed by his jazz band\, he delivers an evening that blends music\, sharp storytelling\, and stand-up comedy into a distinctly theatrical experience.\n\nPerformance contains adult content. Tickets are $55 to $65 plus fees. Showtimes are Thursday\, March 5\, at 7 and 9 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/zeiterion-presents-isaac-mizrahi/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
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SUMMARY:Zeiterion Presents DakhaBrakha
DESCRIPTION:NPR noted that DakhaBrakha’s live shows rise far beyond curiosity into something unforgettable. \nFour musicians from Kyiv come together to create a sound that feels both ancient and brand new. Traditional Ukrainian folk music blends with global influences. Strong\, soaring vocals meet deep percussion and layered rhythms. Band members call it “ethno chaos.” Rolling Stone once described it as “folkdrone Björkpunk.” \nHeavy bass lines and distorted guitars build into hypnotic harmonies. Tall black headpieces and striking stage presence make each performance as visually powerful as it is musical. \nTouring worldwide\, the group shares more than songs. Performances carry a sense of identity\, resilience\, and connection to home. \nDakhaBrakha will be in New Bedford for one night on Saturday\, Feb. 28\, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 to $59 plus fees.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/zeiterion-presents-dakhabrakha/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T180125Z
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SUMMARY:Director Showcase: Happily Ever After
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc presents a Director Showcase featuring two plays about the big day and the long road. \n“Wedding Bash\,” by Andrew Leeds and Lindsey Kraft\, directed by Kate Vieira \nA newly married couple invites two friends over to relive the highlights of their wedding. Tension builds as it becomes clear not everyone loved the big day as much as they claimed. \n“The Happy Journey to Camden and Trenton\,” by Thornton Wilder\, directed by Shelbi Chandler \nThe second play follows a family traveling from Newark to Camden\, NJ\, to visit their married daughter after the loss of her baby. Their journey is punctuated by talk\, laughter\, memories (some mundane\, some happy\, some painful)\, and appreciation of the present moment. \nPerformances run Feb. 20-22\, 2026. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday\, Feb. 20; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 22. \nThis event is free\, thanks to the generosity of community supporters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/director-showcase-happily-ever-after-2/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
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SUMMARY:Director Showcase: Happily Ever After
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc presents a Director Showcase featuring two plays about the big day and the long road. \n“Wedding Bash\,” by Andrew Leeds and Lindsey Kraft\, directed by Kate Vieira \nA newly married couple invites two friends over to relive the highlights of their wedding. Tension builds as it becomes clear not everyone loved the big day as much as they claimed. \n“The Happy Journey to Camden and Trenton\,” by Thornton Wilder\, directed by Shelbi Chandler \nThe second play follows a family traveling from Newark to Camden\, NJ\, to visit their married daughter after the loss of her baby. Their journey is punctuated by talk\, laughter\, memories (some mundane\, some happy\, some painful)\, and appreciation of the present moment. \nPerformances run Feb. 20-22\, 2026. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday\, Feb. 20; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 22. \nThis event is free\, thanks to the generosity of community supporters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/director-showcase-happily-ever-after/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Steeple Playhouse,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
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CREATED:20260106T182610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T182610Z
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SUMMARY:STOMP at the Zeiterion
DESCRIPTION:STOMP is an explosive and playful performance that delights audiences of all ages. Known worldwide for sharp timing and infectious energy\, the eight-member troupe creates thunderous rhythms using everyday objects like brooms\, matchboxes\, garbage cans\, and hubcaps. \nAwards\, rave reviews\, and countless TV appearances have followed this inventive approach to percussion. New surprises return with the show\, including refreshed sections and two full-scale routines featuring tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans. \nTickets: $39\, $49\, $59\, $69 or $79\, plus fees.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/stomp-at-the-zeiterion/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T200000
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SUMMARY:The Commodores at The Zeiterion
DESCRIPTION:The Zeiterion presents The Commodores on Saturday\, Feb. 7\, at 8 p.m. The group brings more than five decades of music that helped define Motown and R&B. \nSet includes classics like Easy\, Brick House\, and Three Times a Lady. Smooth ballads meet irresistible funk grooves. Sound feels both familiar and fresh. \nOriginal founding leader William WAK King leads the band. Cody Orange also performs\, carrying on the legacy of his father\, founding member Walter Clyde Brickhouse Orange. \nTickets range from $69 to $119\, plus fees. Prime seating includes a post performance afterglow event with light bites and a signature drink.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-commodores-at-the-zeiterion/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T193000
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CREATED:20260130T211237Z
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SUMMARY:MOMIX: Alice at The Zeiterion
DESCRIPTION:MOMIX brings its latest production to the Zeiterion stage on Thursday\, Feb. 5\, at 7:30 p.m. Inspired by Alice in Wonderland\, the show blends illusion\, acrobatics\, magic\, and playful surprise in a style that is unmistakably MOMIX. \nThe story follows Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole and meets familiar characters\, including the Caterpillar\, the White Rabbit\, and the Queen of Hearts. Dancers stretch\, bend\, and transform using props\, ropes\, and one another. Bodies grow\, shrink\, and shift in ways that keep the eye guessing. \nVisuals are bold and inventive. Movement feels strange\, funny\, and sometimes otherworldly. Nothing appears quite as it seems\, and that sense of discovery drives the evening. \nTickets range from $29 to $59\, plus fees. Performance may not be appropriate for young children.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/momix-alice-at-the-zeiterion/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251217T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T180448Z
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SUMMARY:Dial M for Murder: Matinees
DESCRIPTION:Dial M for Murder brings suspense and intrigue to the stage in a fresh adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher. Based on Frederick Knott’s classic mystery\, the story follows a carefully planned crime as secrets surface and the plot begins to unravel. Even longtime fans will find new twists along the way. \nMatinees are scheduled for Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Saturday\, Jan. 24\, at 2 p.m. \nTickets are $27 for adults. Seniors\, military members\, and students pay $22. Mass Cultural Council cardholders receive Culture tickets for $5. Tickets are also sold at the door 30 minutes before curtain time. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dial-m-for-murder-matinees/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251217T180136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T180136Z
UID:10147992-1769283000-1769283000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Dial M for Murder
DESCRIPTION:Dial M for Murder brings suspense and intrigue to the stage in a fresh adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher. Based on Frederick Knott’s classic mystery\, the story follows a carefully planned crime as secrets surface and the plot begins to unravel. Even longtime fans will find new twists along the way. \nPerformances run Jan. 16 to 25\, 2026. Evening shows are set for Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Matinees are scheduled for Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Saturday\, Jan. 24\, at 2 p.m. \nTickets are $27 for adults. Seniors\, military members\, and students pay $22. Mass Cultural Council cardholders receive Culture tickets for $5. Tickets are also sold at the door 30 minutes before curtain time. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dial-m-for-murder/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251217T175336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T175336Z
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol Solo Performance
DESCRIPTION:A solo performance of the holiday classic returns by popular demand on Sunday\, Dec. 21\, at 2 p.m. Neil McGarry delivers a witty and heartfelt take on Dickens’ beloved tale\, using a simple stage and minimal props to bring the story to life. \nThe production has earned Best Solo Performance honors from the Independent Reviewers of New England and a Best of Boston nod from critic Jules Becker. Produced and performed by McGarry. \nTickets are $27 for adults. Seniors\, military members\, and students pay $22. Mass Cultural Council cardholders receive Culture tickets for $5. \nDoors open at 1:30 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/a-christmas-carol-solo-performance/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251217T183233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T183233Z
UID:10147997-1766016000-1769212799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville: Call for submissions
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Festival Theatre seeks performers for its production of Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville. Submissions are accepted from Dec. 18 through Jan. 23. Email ebettencourt@nbfestivaltheatre.com to submit or for more details.\n\nLocal callbacks are scheduled for Saturday\, Feb. 7\, in New Bedford. \n\nPerformers should prepare a short song in the show’s style or from the score. Applicants must be at least 16 by July 2026. A stipend is offered. Performers of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit. \n\nRehearsals run June 22 through July 10 at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. Performances are set for July 17 through July 26. \n\nSubmissions from performers with local housing and transportation should be emailed to ebettencourt@nbfestivaltheatre.com and include a video audition\, headshot\, and resume.\n\nPerformers without local housing or transportation should submit through Backstage.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jimmy-buffetts-escape-to-margaritaville-call-for-submissions/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Call for Actors,Ongoing,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251110T153045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T153045Z
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SUMMARY:Sing We Now of Christmas holiday concert
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus will present Sing We Now of Christmas on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Taunton High School Auditorium. \nMore than 100 singers from over 40 cities and towns will perform carols from France and Germany reimagined as contemporary works by modern choral arrangers. The program will feature “Angels We Have Heard on High\,” “Lo\, How a Rose E’er Blooming\,” “How Great Our Joy\,” “O Come All Ye Faithful\,” and “Silent Night.” \nThe concerts will include a 30-piece orchestra and a performance by SMFC Bronze on four octaves of bells. Tickets cost $18 to $24. \nFor details and tickets\, visit smfconline.org or call 508-813-0697.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sing-we-now-of-christmas-holiday-concert/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Taunton High School Auditorium\, 50 Williams Street\, Taunton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251107T185442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T174116Z
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SUMMARY:MAC Theater Presents "Greetings"
DESCRIPTION:A Christmas Eve visit turns upside down in “Greetings!” when Andy brings his Jewish atheist fiancée home to meet his Catholic family. His younger brother Mickey rarely speaks\, and the night begins with tension and awkward silence. Then Mickey shocks everyone by saying a single word: “Greetings.” \nThe cast features Arturo Ferreiro\, Bethany Lamoureux\, Michele Letourneau\, Tristan McCann\, and Frank Mitchell. Performances run Dec. 11–14 at the Marion Art Center. \nTickets are $20 for members and $23 for nonmembers. The center accepts the Massachusetts Card to Culture.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mac-theater-presents-greetings/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251114T225058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T184607Z
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SUMMARY:NBFT Holiday Show: My Favorite Things
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Festival Theatre will present its annual holiday program\, “My Favorite Things\,” on Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at Steeple Playhouse. \nNBFT alum Alex Cruz of Moulin Rouge is featured. Additional performers include Olivia Marques\, Peter Henry Dasilva\, and Molly Dupre. \nTickets are $25\, available through the company’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/nbft-holiday-show-my-favorite-things-2/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Family,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251108T193548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T193548Z
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SUMMARY:The Polar Express at BCC
DESCRIPTION:The Polar Express arrives at BCC with a festive mix of music\, dance\, and storytelling. The show has become a holiday favorite for all ages. P \nPerformances are on Saturday\, Dec 6 at 7 p.m. and Sunday\, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at onstagefr.org under “Polar Express Tickets.”
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-polar-express-at-bcc/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Bristol Community College Fall River\, 777 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Fall River,Family,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251110T161034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161034Z
UID:10142793-1765112400-1765112400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Seussical The Musical
DESCRIPTION:“Seussical” brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters to life in a colorful\, musical adventure. Horton the Elephant\, the Cat in the Hat\, Gertrude McFuzz\, Mayzie\, and Jojo lead the story from the Jungle of Nool to the world of the Whos. \nThe show runs about 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are available for $15-$30. Doors open 30 minutes before each performance. \nJojo will be played by Sydney Braga on Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m.\, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m.\, and Dec. 7 at 1 p.m.; and by Morgan Abbott on Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. \nPremium seats are in the first three rows. General seating is available on cushioned pews. The venue is accessible\, with a ramp and elevator for wheelchair users. Concessions will be available before the show and during intermission.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/seussical-the-musical-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T183000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251110T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T160556Z
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SUMMARY:Seussical The Musical
DESCRIPTION:“Seussical” brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters to life in a colorful\, musical adventure. Horton the Elephant\, the Cat in the Hat\, Gertrude McFuzz\, Mayzie\, and Jojo lead the story from the Jungle of Nool to the world of the Whos. \nThe show runs about 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are available for $15-$30. Doors open 30 minutes before each performance. \nJojo will be played by Sydney Braga on Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m.\, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m.\, and Dec. 7 at 1 p.m.; and by Morgan Abbott on Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. \nPremium seats are in the first three rows. General seating is available on cushioned pews. The venue is accessible\, with a ramp and elevator for wheelchair users. Concessions will be available before the show and during intermission.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/seussical-the-musical/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251114T225725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T225725Z
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SUMMARY:"Sailing Towards My Father\," One Man Play About Moby-Dick
DESCRIPTION:“Sailing Towards My Father” is a one-person play about Herman Melville\, written and directed by Carl A. Rossi. It follows Melville from youth to later life and focuses on his development as a writer and his relationships with family\, faith\, and colleagues\, including Nathaniel Hawthorne. \nStephen Collins performs the role. A recent review described his work as funny\, poignant\, and riveting. \nThe program will be in the Cook Memorial Theater at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Tickets are $10 for members and $20 for nonmembers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sailing-towards-my-father-one-man-play-about-moby-dick/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251117T002055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T002055Z
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SUMMARY:Amahl & the Night Visitors
DESCRIPTION:Seaglass Theater Company will bring “Amahl and the Night Visitors” to Unitarian Memorial Church on December 14\, 2025\, at 3 p.m. David McCarty will direct the one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti. Dr. Matthew Larson will conduct and play piano\, and Margaret Bossi will guide the chorus. \nThe story follows a young shepherd who crosses paths with three kings on their journey to Bethlehem. A carol sing and holiday treats will follow. Admission is free. Reservations through Eventbrite are recommended.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/amahl-the-night-visitors/
LOCATION:Fairhaven’s Unitarian Memorial Church\, 102 Green St\,\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183135
CREATED:20251030T171331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T171331Z
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SUMMARY:Twain & Rogers "In Their Own Words" on stage at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:“Twain & Rogers: In Their Own Words” is a conversation between Mark Twain and Fairhaven native Henry Rogers\, based on their real letters. Written by Beth Luey\, the play follows their first meeting\, Rogers’ help with Twain’s financial troubles\, and their lasting friendship. It mixes humor\, reflection\, and Fairhaven history. \nDirected by Kiah Allaire\, the play stars Allie Goodman\, Ron Biever\, and Gary Souza. \nTickets are $20 online or $25 at the door. Student tickets are $10\, and children 12 and under are free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/twain-rogers-in-their-own-words-on-stage-at-the-shepherd-center/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,History,Theater
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