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The Umbrella Arts Center - Smashing Seasonal Theater and A World of Wonders!

Arts and Entertainment

October 8, 2022

From: The Umbrella Community Arts Center

THE REVIEWS ARE IN!
"ACTION-PACKED, FUNNY, SCARY AND PERFECT FOR THE HALLOWEEN MONTH!" - NEW ENGLAND THEATER MIRROR HAS DELIGHTED AUDIENCES AND CRITICS ALIKE!

A SOLD OUT opening weekend of Dracula: A feminist revenge fantasy, really delighted audiences and critics alike! 

Performances resume TOMORROW*! If you haven't had a chance to sink your teeth into this edgy, new production, or if you want repeat fun and frights, be sure to grab your tickets HERE.

Curious about The Count before you come see the show? Check out this production VIDEO or read the full review by the New England Theater Mirror!

*Due to an illness, Thursday night's performance has been canceled.

A SOLD OUT opening weekend of Dracula: A feminist revenge fantasy, really delighted audiences and critics alike! 

Performances resume TOMORROW*! If you haven't had a chance to sink your teeth into this edgy, new production, or if you want repeat fun and frights, be sure to grab your tickets HERE.

Curious about The Count before you come see the show? Check out this production VIDEO or read the full review by the New England Theater Mirror!

Due to an illness, Thursday night's performance has been canceled.

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NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR AIMEE NEZHUKUMATATHIL!

JOIN US FOR AIMEE'S UPCOMING READINGS AND WORKSHOPS!

In partnership with the Concord Festival of Authors, The Umbrella is thrilled to be hosting New York Times best-selling author and poet, Aimee Nezhukumatathil!

October 18  Aimee shares excerpts from her best-selling book, World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments at FREE author reading and book signing. Click here to RSVP and find out where to purchase an advance signing copy of the book!

October 19 Aimee will also be leading a one-day-only Writing Workshop! A fantastic opportunity for aspiring poets and enthusiasts alike. Workshop capacity is limited. Click here to reserve your spot!

"Within two pages, nature writing feels different and fresh and new. Nezhukumatathil has written a timely story about love, identity and belonging" - New York Times

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 

CHECK OUT WHAT'S COMING UP AT THE UMBRELLA!

Now - November 19 - Art Ramble 2022: "In the Balance" - This year's Art Ramble has been EXTENDED through November 19! Before you go, check out this review of "In the Balance".

October 6 - November 12 - "Are We Home Yet?" - Our next installation in our Main Gallery will be "Are We Home Yet" by 2021-2022 Artist-in-ResidenceSally Lee

October 12: World of Wonders virtual book club - sign up here!

October 14:  Ben Folds in Concert

October 15: "Art as Activism/Healing: Race & Racial Justice" Teen/Family Art Workshop (free)

October 16: Art Ramble Curator Talk (11-11:45am)

October 18: Reading and Book Signing with Aimee Nezhukumatathil (free; 7pm)

October 19: Writing Workshop with Aimee Nezhukumatathil (limited capacity; 1pm)

October 22: Sally Lee 2021-2022 AiR Artist Talk and Reception (free; 5-6:30pm)

November 2: Arts & Environment Community Listening Session (6-7:30pm)

November 5: Arts & Environment Drop-in Family Day (free; 2pm)

November 6: Bizen Panel with Artists Isezaki Koichiro, Jeff Shapiro and Tim Rowan (1-3pm in our Blackbox Theater)

November 12: "Art as Activism/Healing: Race & Racial Justice" Teen/Family Art Workshop" (free)

OPENING November 11: Rent presented by The Umbrella Stage Company (through December 4)

November 15: Artist Talk by 2022-2023 Artist-in-Residence Ponnapa Prakkamakul (free; 4pm)

November 17 - December 30: "Lost and Found" Exhibition

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