Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in the area.
ANTIQUES
Malden: Malden Historical Society's Annual Antique Show will be held March 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at St. Paul's Parish Episcopal Church, 26 Washington St. $5. 781-338-9365.
ARTS
Beverly: Redbrick Art Center, 95 Rantoul St., presents "Water: Contemporary Views of the Subject," a members exhibition, through March 25. Free. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Half of proceeds support Redbrick Arts Foundation. rachel@redbrickarts.com.
Gloucester: Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St., presents "The Paintings of Emma Fordyce MacRae (1887-1974)," March 1-July 20. Also exhibited will be a selection of furniture, frames and paintings by Rockport artist Max Kuehne. Reception, March 1, 3-5 p.m. Free admission to the reception. A series of programs will be held in conjunction with the exhibition, including a lecture by Karen E. Quinn. A full-color catalog with essay by Quinn accompanies the exhibition. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. $8, Cape Ann residents and seniors $6, students $4.50. Children younger than 2 are free. 978-283-0455, capeannmuseum.org.
Lynn: Artists from throughout the Boston area are represented in the annual "Works on Paper" exhibition through March 10 at LynnArts, 25 Exchange St. 781-598-5244, lynnarts.org.
Lynn: Urban Elements, 187 Oxford St., presents a solo exhibit of Sand T's paintings and works on paper from her "The Mind of Space" series, through April 12. Reception, April 5, 5-8 p.m. Door prize for first five attendees. Free. 781-598-7226, urbanelementshome.com.
Manchester-by-the-Sea: Paintings by Wenham artist Joan van Roden White are displayed at Sovereign Bank,17 Union St., through March 5. 978-526-4833, beachstreetstudios.com.
Manchester-by-the-Sea: Beach Street Studios, 33 Beach St. (above the cafe), presents a Sporting Life Weekend, Feb. 29-March 2, featuring paintings by Joan van Roden White and David Tibbetts. Reception, Feb. 29, 6-8 p.m., with live blues music. David Tibbetts and John Murphy will host a book signing, March 1, 1-3 p.m. Fly-tying demonstrations March 2, 1-3 p.m. Open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 978-526-4833, beachstreetstudios.com.
Marblehead: "Oil Paintings by Anthony Thompson," through March 31, at Erlich Gallery, 96 Washington St. 781-631-1202, erlichgallery.com.
Newburyport: Massachusetts Audubon Society's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, presents "Enjoying Nature," watercolor paintings by Peabody artist Paula Kulas, through March 16 in the Juliet Kellogg French Room. Free. To view the artwork, contact Joppa Flats in advance at 978-462-9998. massaudubon.org.
Newburyport: Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St., presents the Winter Members' Juried Show Part II, through March 2. The Mentors, the annual NAA art instructors show, continues through March 5. Relief carving by Donald G. Grover, Jr. will be exhibited March 7-19. Reception, March 7, 7-9 p.m. Open Tuesday- Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. newburyportart.org, 978-465-8769.
Rockport: Oil paintings by Sharon Jordan Bahosh will be exhibited March 2-14 at Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. Reception, March 2, 2-4 p.m. Free. 978-546-6604.
Salem: The Gallery at Grosvenor Park, 7 Loring Hills Ave., Vinnin Square, will host an exhibit of landscape paintings by Salem artist Bob Fraser, March 1-April 2. Reception, March 2, 3-5 p.m. Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 978-741-5700.
Salem: Salem Arts Association presents its 2008 member photography show, "Camera: Art and Craft," through March 6 in Winfisky Gallery, Ellison Campus Center at Salem State College, 352 Lafayette St. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and by appointment. Free. 978-542-7890.
Salem: Six artists participate in the Wheaton College art exhibit, "Welcome to My World," through March 21 at New Civilitea, 318 Derby St. The exhibit features mixed media, oil on canvas, photography, etching, and pastel, and a whimsical sculpture series. lpotoff@newcivilitea.com, 978-740-2832.
Swampscott: Marian Court College, 35 Little's Point Road, presents the Swampscott Arts Association's Winter Show in Mercy Center Gallery through March 7. Open Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 781-595-6768, mariancourt.edu.
Wenham: The art exhibition "Ordained to Create," focusing on the creative journeys of 15 Southern self-taught artists from the Sage and Steven Pattie Collection of American Art, is displayed through March 1 in the Gallery at Barrington Center for the Arts, Gordon College, 255 Grapevine Road. Free. Open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. gordon.edu.
AUCTIONS
Salem: Temple Shalom will host its Annual Auction, March 2, 7-10 p.m. at 257 Lafayette St. The pirate-themed event includes live and silent auctions, beverages including pirate punch and hors d'oeuvres. Highlights of the auctions include a week in St. Maarten, a baseball signed by Red Sox player Hideki Okajima, a weekend at Foxwoods, a sailing excursion including lunch, a diamond pendant, and the opportunity to carry the national flag over Washington, D.C. in memory or honor of a loved one and be presented with the flag from Congressman John F.Tierney. $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Pirate costumes optional. 978-741-4880, ext. 10.
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Gloucester: Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. presents "Young at Art" a free program for ages 3-5. Held March 6, April 9, and May 8 at 10 a.m., the program includes an introduction to the museum, a close-up look at a gallery exhibit, a story, and an art activity. Reservations required. 978-283-0455, annbaylies@capeannmuseum.org, capeannmuseum.org.
Merrimac: Free Storytime Yoga classes for ages 3-5 will be held March 4-6 at 11 a.m. at Merrimac Library, 86 Merrimac St., Route 110. Storytime Yoga ties in storytelling, images, simple yoga poses, breathing, and relaxation. 978 388-2114, harmonyyoga.info.
Newburyport: The Provident Firehouse Family Series presents "An Arabian Adventure" by the Tanglewood Marionettes, featuring more than a dozen hand-crafted marionettes and story-book scenery, March 1, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square. $10, students $8. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
Salem: Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, celebrates Dr. Seuss's 104th birthday with a reading of Dr. Seuss's "Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose" and an art activity for children, March 2, 3-4 p.m., in the Art & Nature Center. For ages 3-6 with accompanying adult. Free with museum admission. Reservations required by Feb. 29. 978-745-9500, ext. 3011. Museum admission $15; seniors $13; students $11. 866-745-1876, pem.org.
CHORAL MUSIC
Beverly and Ipswich: Chorus North Shore presents "An American Choral Quilt: Music by American Composers" including two world premiers by Ipswich resident Charles Getchell, and works by Leonard Bernstein, Randall Thompson, and Copeland, March 8, 8 p.m., at Our Lady of Hope Church, Linebrook Road, Ipswich and March 9, 3 p.m., at First Parish Church, 225 Cabot St., Beverly. The 100-member chorus is accompanied by Robert F. Littlefield and joined by The Honors Youth Choir of Chorus North Shore. $20, seniors and students $17; children younger than 12 are free Tickets at chorusnorthshore.org or at the door. President@chorusnorthshore.org, 978 356-3807.
Melrose: Polymnia Choral Society will perform the concert "Romantic Revolution," featuring music influenced by the American and French Revolutions, March 9 at St. Mary's Church, 46 Myrtle St. At 3:30 p.m., music director Murray Kidd will discuss how events leading up to the revolutions influenced the music of the era. Concert begins at 4 p.m. Tickets $15 in advance; at the door $18; students and seniors $13; ages12 and younger $5. Tickets at Sweet Thoughts, 504 Main St.; Melrose Drug Center, 462 Main St., or 781-665-5857.
DANCE PERFORMANCES
Ipswich: Ipswich Moving Company presents "Dreaming Head," a dance concert inspired by the surrealistic paintings of Salvador Dali. Performances March 7, 8, and 14 at 7:30 p.m. and March 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. at Ipswich Moving Company Studio Theatre, 2 Cogswell St. (across from the Town Wharf). $20, children and seniors $15. Reservations, 978-356-5565, jtcraft@comcast.net, and at ipswichmovingco.org.
EXTRA
Danvers: Beginning its 50th-anniversary celebration, Holy Trinity United Methodist Church, 16 Sylvan St., presents a Wedding Fashion Show, March 1, 2 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Fifty years of weddings and 50 years of dresses will be showcased by a fashion show of dresses worn by brides, their attendants, and their mothers. Tickets $5, includes refreshments. Proceeds support anniversary activities. 978-777-7408.
Danvers: North Shore Community College celebrates Black History Month with a free presentation of African-American history through song, music, and expression, performed by soloist Shaunielle McDonald with her accompanist Michael Belcher, Feb. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Danvers campus, and 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Lynn Campus, 300 Broad St. 978-762-4000, ext. 5411 or 781-593-6722, ext. 5411.
Everett: Congregation Tifereth Israel, 34 Malden St., will hold a Purim Celebration, March 16. Minyan at 9 a.m., breakfast at 10:30 a.m. Entertainment by Mel Simons. $7.50. Send a check by March 10 to: Congregation Tifereth Israel, 34 Malden, Everett 02149. 617-387-0200.
Topsfield: Robyn Mather, wine enthusiast and owner of The Wine Shop of Reading, will lead a fireside wine tasting, pairing unique wines with an assortment of hors d'ouevres, Feb. 29, 6:30 p.m., at Willowdale Estate at Bradley Palmer State Park, 24 Asbury St. $50. Reservations required. 978-887-8211, willowdaleestate.com.
FESTIVAL
Manchester-by-the-Sea: March 1, the Asian American Cultural Alliance of Cape Ann (ACCA) will host its 7th annual Chinese New Year at Manchester Memorial School , 43 Lincoln St. Cosponsored by the Manchester Parent Teacher Organization, this family event celebrates the Year of the Rat with live performances by children ages 12-18 from the Chinese Folk Art Workshop of Boston. Dances include Flying Dragon and Dancing Phoenix, the Chinese Dragon, Lion, Yoyo, folk dancers and drums. Performances 3-4:30 p.m., followed by workshops on Chinese yo-yo, ribbon dancing, and drums. $5 per person; $10 per family. ACCA. News@verizon.net, 978-281-6027.
FILMS
Salem: The Salem Film Fest, Feb. 28-March 6 at Cinema Salem, One East India Square, includes feature films, documentaries, and short films from around the world. Most screenings include an after discussion with emerging and controversial filmmakers. Post-show music events. Film and event schedules at salemfilmfest.com. The life of Gloucester's poet-activist Vincent Ferrini will be celebrated March 6. "Poem in Action," a biographical portrait of Ferrini by his nephew and filmmaker Henry Ferrini, will be shown at Cinema Salem at 7:30 p.m., followed by a discussion with the filmmaker and a reception and reading of the poet's work. cinemasalem.com, 978-744-1400.
FUND-RAISERS
Danvers: Peabody Rotary hosts its 4th Annual Taste of the North Shore, March 11, 6-9 p.m., at Danversport Yacht Club, Route 62. Snow date March 18 (information at rotarypeabody.org). Live entertainment by Bedrock Music and Gregory Cole Latin and African Dance Company. Cash bar. $35 or $100 raffle ticket which includes admission for two. $10,000 first prize. Maximum of 300 tickets sold. Proceeds will benefit local charities supported by Peabody Rotary. For tickets, mail check payable to: Peabody Rotary, PO Box 94, Peabody 01961-3363; or call 978-531-4446.
Gloucester: Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce's annual Irish Sweepstakes will be held March 13, 5-8 p.m., at Cameron's Restaurant. Festivities include Irish music and dance, appetizers, door prizes, and the chance to be one of eight winners who will share $15,000 in prizes. Only 300 tickets are for sale at $100 per ticket. A ticket admits two people to the party and drawing. First prize $10,000, three $1,000 second prizes, and four $500 third prizes. 978-283-1601, info@CapeAnnChamber.com.
Melrose: Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, 70 West Emerson St., will hold its annual Auction Gala, March 1, 6:30 p.m. Bid on a variety of goods and services while enjoying the music of Elvis Presley as presented by Melrose resident Michael Viselli. View items and bid online beginning March 23 at LiveCharityAuctions.com/MUUC or MelroseUU.org. $12, includes refreshments. 781-665-7504.
Melrose: "Tropical Evening in Paradise" is the theme of the 7th Annual Spring Gala to benefit the Melrose Alliance Against Violence. March 7, 7-10 p.m. at Memorial Hall (upper level), 590 Main St. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and desserts, specialty drinks, creative photo opportunities, tropical tunes, and themed raffle baskets. Proceeds will support MAAV's violence prevention programs in the schools and community. $40 in advance; $45 at the door. Tickets online at maav.org or at Hourglass Gifts, Cedar Perk, RE/MAX Heritage and the mayor's Office. 781-662-2010.
Newbury: Anna Jaques Aid Association presents its annual fund-raising extravaganza "Great Chef's Night," featuring culinary creations from area restaurants and many award-winning chefs, March 14, 6-11 p.m., at The Governor's Academy, 1 Elm St., Byfield. This year's theme, is "Puttin' on the Ritz." Cash bar. Dancing. Open seating $60; reserved table of ten $750. Tickets for open seating will be available at the door. 978-463-1150.
Newbury: West Newbury Page School Parent Teacher Organization will host the fund-raising "Rock Around the Auction Clock!" event to benefit John C. Page Elementary School, March 8, 5 p.m., at DiBurro's Function Hall. $50, includes dinner, silent and live auctions, and entertainment. Cash bar. Bid on week-long vacations, vineyard tours, boat charters, sport/event tickets, artwork by local artists, themed gift baskets, and more. Preview auction items online at wnpto.org. Tickets, 978-363-1184 or drgendron@hotmail.com; or 978-363-1181 or ambeech@verizon.net.
LECTURES/FORUMS
Marblehead: Learn about Marblehead's architectural history from the 1600s to the present in a series of five slide lectures by Judy Anderson, curator of the 1768 Lee Mansion. Beginning March 4, the series will run five Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., at Marblehead Museum & Historical Society's galleries, 170 Washington St. Series $60. Individual lectures $15. Reservations, 781-631-1768. marbleheadmuseum.org.
Nahant: Northeastern University's Marine Science Center Evening Lecture Series presents "Buy a Fish, Save a Tree," a free lecture about preserving the
Peabody: Free lectures at Peabody Institute Library, 82 Main St. March 3 at 7 p.m., "Hiking the Appalachian Trail," a slide presentation by Sheila Spitzak who hiked the 2,175 mile Appalachian National Scenic Trail in 2004. March 10 at 7 p.m., Bernice Nowack of Decorator for a Day will give a lecture on home decorating, including tips on color, room arrangements, window treatments, wallpaper, and accessories. Free. Preregistration required for both programs. 978-531-0100, ext. 10, or www.peabodylibrary.org/adults/registration.html.
Peabody: Architect Frank Shirley will discuss how to renovate a historic home while preserving the charm and integrity of the original structure in an illustrated talk "New Rooms for Old Houses," March 9, 2 p.m., at Peabody Historical Society Felton-Smith Historic Site, 47 Felton St. Shirley will also identify the characteristics of popular historic house styles and traditional building materials and methods of construction. $3. 978-977-0514, peabodyhistorical.org.
Salem: Susan Linn, associate director of the Media Center at Judge Baker Children's Center and instructor in psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, will give a lecture "The Effects of TV Advertising on Child and Adolescent Development" for Salem State College Psychology Department's Spring Colloquium, March 5, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Veterans Hall, Ellison Campus Center, Salem State College, 352 Lafayette St. Free; no reservations necessary. Linn's book "Consuming Kids" will be available for sale and signing. Directions and parking information at salemstate.edu/maps.
LITERARY EVENTS
Rowley: Rowley author Kevin McCormick will read from his new book "The Freedom Plant," March 8, 7:30 p.m., at Rowley Public Library, 141 Main St. The book presents a realistic depiction of intrigue aboard American and Soviet fishing vessels during the Cold War. McCormick and Keith Allen perform together as the acoustic musical duo Leeward Rail. They will perform some of the songs featured in the novel and other nautically themed tunes from McCormick's current writing project "The Sand Drougher," set in Rowley and Plum Island Sound. $5. Coffee and dessert available. rowleylibrary.org, 978-948-2850.
MUSEUMS & HISTORY
Beverly: "Teaching Matters!" continues through July 28 in Halle Library Archive & Museum Gallery at Endicott College, 376 Hale St. The exhibit highlights faculty recipients of the Excellence in Teaching Award which is presented to one Endicott College faculty member at each graduation. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 978-232-2257.
Gloucester: Promised Land presents "The Immigrant Experience," a performance that traces the history of American immigration, beginning with a song from Columbus' sailors, through the contributions of Irish, Eastern Europe, and African immigrants, March 1 at 11 a.m. at Cape Ann Historical Museum, 27 Pleasant St. This free event, part of the Saturday Showcase series, includes traditional folk music of immigrant cultures. Sing along and listen to the sounds of many instruments including the mandocello, bones, guitar, banjo, jaw harp, penny whistle, and more. Visit the Education room and galleries following the performance. 978-283-0455, capeannhistoricalmuseum.org.
Marblehead: "The Art of Coupling" exhibit at Marblehead Museum and Historical Society, 170 Washington St., presents three centuries of Marblehead couples through images, ceramics, paintings, and silhouettes. Learn the stories of Marblehead's husbands and wives and follow fashion, painting, and decorative styles from the 1700s to the mid-1900s. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The exhibition continues through May 15. marbleheadmuseum.org.
MUSIC
Amesbury: Friends of the Amesbury Public Library sponsor the annual St. Patrick's Day Family Concert, featuring Celtic music by New Hampshire musicans Carol Coronis and Gary Sredzienski, March 12, 7 p.m., at St. James Episcopal Church, Main St. Free. 978-388-0971.
Marblehead: Patty Larkin performs at me & thee Coffeehouse at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St., Feb. 29 at 8:30 p.m. Opening act, Emily Elbert. $20. March 7, 8:30 p.m., Cliff Eberhardt performs with special guests. $16. Discounts for students and seniors. Tickets at Spirit of '76 Bookstore, Arnould's Gallery, by phone, and at the door. 781-631-8987, meandthee.org.
Newburyport: Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, presents the New England Light Opera in "Night and Day: A Cole Porter Celebration," March 8 at 7:30 p.m. $20. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
Newburyport: Recording artist Susan Levine performs a blend of country, folk and Americana music, March 1 at 7 p.m., as part of the "Saturday After Dark" Music Series at Licorice and Sloe, 21 Middle St. Free. 978- 465-5102.
Salem: Professors J.D. Scrimgeour and Philip Swanson explore the places at which words and music intersect in an evening of original poetry by Scrimgeour and original music by Swanson in the program "Between Sound and Sense: Blending Words and Music," March 3, 7:30 p.m., at Salem State College, Recital Hall, Central Campus, 352 Lafayette St. $10. 978-542-7890.
Wakefield: March 15 at 8 p.m. and March 16 at 3 p.m., Middlesex Concert band recreates the music of the 1930-40s Big Band radio hour, complete with guest vocalists and a Five-Minute Mystery, in the concert "The Golden Age of Radio: Steppin' Out" at Americal Civic Center, 467 Main St. Dance to a live band playing music by Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, and Hoagy Carmichael, with special tributes to Bob Hope and Spike Jones. Tickets for Saturday $18 adults, seniors and children $15. Doors open at 7 p.m. for a themed raffle and refreshments. Sunday tickets $15 adults, seniors and children $12. 781-279-0108, MCBconcertband.org/radio. Tickets may be purchased at the door based on availability.
NATURE
Newburyport: Free programs at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike "Birdbrains," March 8, 1-2:30 p.m., an interactive program and a hike for children ages 6-9 to learn how to identify local bird species. A guided bird walk, March 9, 5 p.m. to sunset, to explore different habitats of the refuge and search for newly arriving spring migrants and wintering birds. All levels of bird enthusiasts, including children accompanied by an adult, are welcome. Dress in layers for the weather and wear sturdy, walking shoes. Meet at the refuge's Maintenance Area parking lot just before the North Pool Overlook. Both programs require advance registration. Call 978-465-5753 (press 0 to talk to a staff member) to register. Registration is complete when you receive confirmation. parkerriver.fws.gov.
Topsfield: Tour the sugar bush, learn how to identify a sugar maple tree, observe tapping and sap collection methods, discover how sap becomes syrup in the sugarhouse, and taste the final product during Maple Sugaring tours at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Perkins Row. Family tours held March 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 10 a.m., and 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. (no 10 a.m. tour on March 16). Tours last about an hour and run rain or shine. Dress warmly and wear appropriate footgear for snow or mud. $8.50, children $7.50, free for children younger than 3. Preregistration required. 978-887-9264, massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.
NIGHTCLUBS
Gloucester: Inge Berg plays acoustic rock music, Sundays, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., at Dog Bar, 65R Main St. dogbarcapeann.com, 978-281-6565.
THEATER
Beverly: Neverland Theatre presents the Broadway musical "Godspell," based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, March 14-16 at Beverly Memorial Building, 501 Cabot St. Performances March 14 at 8 p.m., March 15 at 3 and 8 p.m., and March 16 at 4 p.m. Premium seating $18.75; regular seating $16.50. For advance tickets, e-mail neverlandtheatre@comcast.net and include name, performance date, number of tickets (specify premium or regular), credit card number with expiration date. Confirmation of order will be sent. 978 948-7925.
Beverly: Neverland Theatre presents Nickelodeon's TV hit for preschoolers "Blue's Clues," March 14-16 at Beverly Memorial Building, 501 Cabot St. Shows March 14 at 4 p.m., March 15 at 11 a.m., and March 16 at 1 p.m. The show is approximately 90 minutes long. Premium seating $18, regular seating $15. Children older than 1 require a ticket. For advance tickets, e-mail neverlandtheatre@comcast.net and include name, performance date, number of tickets (specify premium or regular), credit card number with expiration date. Confirmation of order will be sent. 978 948-7925.
Hamilton: Pingree School's production of the musical comedy "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," a story of love, pride, jealousy, and betrayal, will be performed Feb. 29-March 2 at Mary Weld Pingree Center for the Performing Arts, 537 Highland St. The cast of Pingree students will promote awareness about gender stereotyping and discrimination and HIV/AIDS. $15. Reservations, 978-468-2194.
Newburyport: The Actors' Studio of Newburyport presents "Three Week-ends, Two Chabots," 17 original works by father and daughter playwrights Greg and Michelle Chabot, Feb. 29-March 16, at The Tannery, 50 Water St Mill No. 1, Suite 5. The Newburyport premiere will present 17 different pieces during the three weekends. The first weekend will feature Greg Chabot's monologues. The second weekend will have works created by Michelle Chabot and the final weekend will include works by both father and daughter. Performances Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 5 p.m. $12, seniors and students $10, passport for all 3 weekends, $25. 978-465-1229, newburyportacting.com, mktix.com.
Salem: Salem State College Theatre Department presents four unique one-act plays: "Mr. Paradise," "The Lady of the Larkspur Lotion," "The Pink Bedroom," and "The Long Goodbye" in "A Williams Sampler: An Evening of One-act Plays" in Callan Studio Theatre at Salem State College, Lafayette Street. Performances Feb. 28, 29, and March 1 at 8 p.m. and March 2 at 2 p.m. $15, students and seniors $10. 978-542-6290.
Winthrop: The Winthrop Playmakers present "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," Feb. 29 and March 1, 7, and 8, 8 p.m.; and March 2 and 9, 3 p.m., at Winthrop Playhouse, 60 Hermon St. $16, seniors and students $13. Tickets at winthropplaymakers.com or 617-539-1175.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Durham: Seacoast acoustic musicians Harvey Reid and Joyce Andersen will perform their 4th annual Joyous Harvest Concert, March 1, 8 p.m., at Community Church, 17 Main St. Reid and Anderson will perform songs from their new book "The Song Train" along with other original and traditional songs. $12 in advance; $15 at the door. Students $8. info@woodpecker.com, 207-363-1886, joyousharvest.com.
Durham: Arts In Reach presents Listen to Her Sing, a Broadway revue performed by teens participating in a week-long music vacation camp led by Susan Lamontagne. The free performance will take place Feb. 29, 6 p.m., at Mill Pond Center for the Arts, 50 Newmarket Road. Donations welcome. 603-433-4278, airnh.org.
Durham: Award-winning foreign correspondent Stephen Kinzer, author of "All the Shah's Men," (2003), a
Durham: Through April 9 at The Art Gallery, UNH, at Paul Creative Arts Center, 30 College Road: "On Gilded Pond: The Life and Times of the Dublin Art Colony," features works by artists who were associated with the Dublin Art Colony in New Hampshire's Monadnock region in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. "What's New? Recent Additions to the Collection" showcases works recently accepted into The Art Gallery's permanent art collection.The ArtBreak Series, held in the gallery Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., offers free programs related to the current exhibitions. Gallery open Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. (Closed March 14-23 and university holidays). Guided group tours for schools and other organizations available with advance reservation (catherine.mazur@unh.edu or 603-862-3713). 603-862-3712, unh.edu/art-gallery.
Durham: University of New Hampshire's
Exeter: Congregational Church in Exeter, 21 Front St. (near the bandstand), presents a Gospel Coffeehouse featuring singer/songwriters Kim and Reggie Harris, March 8, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Informal seating at small tables. Beverages and snacks available. $12, senior and students $10, children younger than 8 are free. Tables in advance and at the door. 603-772-4216, exetercongchurch.org.
Exeter: Phillips Exeter Academy's Lamont Art Gallery is showing "Frida Kahlo: Images of an Icon," an exhibition of more than 100 photographic portraits of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, including images by Imogen Cunningham and Manuel Alvarez Bravo, as well as work from leading photojournalists, friends, and relatives of Kahlo. The exhibit continues through March 5 in Lamont Gallery in Frederick R. Mayer Art Center on Tan Lane. Open Monday, 1-5 p.m., and Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 603-777-3461, exeter.edu.
Portsmouth: The exhibit "The Preservation Movement Then and Now," focusing on preservation efforts for Boston's John Hancock House and Portsmouth's Rundlet-May House and the history of the preservation movement, continues through May 3 at Portsmouth Athenaeum, 6-8 Market Square. Free. Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Free lecture, March 6, 7 p.m., Joseph Cornish, senior stewardship manager for Historic New England, on "Preserving Four Centuries of New England Homes: Historic New England and Its Stewardship Program." Reservations required for lecture. Special tours of local landmarks include the Lady Pepperrell House in Kittery Point, Maine, on April 26, 2 p.m., and the Jackson House in Portsmouth on May 10, 10 a.m. portsmouthathenaeum.org, 603-431-2538.
Portsmouth: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., presents "The Met @ The Music Hall," a series of matinee performances of the Metropolitan Opera broadcast live from Lincoln Center and shown on The Music Hall screen in high definition and Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound. The opera program is enhanced by live interviews and specially produced features to give audiences a look at the behind-the-scenes action. Schedule: March 22, 12:30 p.m., "Peter Grimes;" March 22, 12:30 p.m., "Tristan und Isolde;" April 5, 1:30 p.m., "La Boheme;" April 26, 1:30 p.m., "La Fille du Regiment." Broadcasts run two to five hours; see themusichall.org for running times. $27.50; all eight shows $199. 603-436-2400.
Portsmouth: Award-winning playwright Scarlett Ridgway Savage premieres her tale of terror "Chase a Killer, Catch A Killer, Run, Run, Run," through March 9 at The Players' Ring, 105 Marcy St. A suspenseful story of the search for a serial rapist/murderer who terrorized the seacoast. Not recommended for children. Performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 7 p.m. $12; students and seniors $10. Reservations, 603-436-8123. playersring.org.
Portsmouth: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., presents a Kids RULE! children's series performance with Justin Roberts & The Not Ready for Naptime Players, March 8, 2 p.m. $20 and $15. 603-436-2400, themusichall.org.
Portsmouth: RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress Street will host a discussion between J. Denis Robinson, author the new book "Strawbery Banke: A Seaport Museum 400 Years in the Making" and the president of the museum, Larry Yerdon, March 5, 7 p.m. The lecture "Strawbery Banke: Past & Future" will take a look at the intricate history as well as the future of the historic site. Free. riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
Portsmouth: Pontine Theatre presents storyteller Jay O'Callahan performing his original work "Pouring the Sun," March 7-9 at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St. In "Pouring the Sun," O'Callahan tells the story of the steel factories in Bethelem, Penn., representing the immigrant journey as well as the steel. Performances March 7 at 8 p.m. ($25), March 8 at 4 p.m. ($20) and 8 p.m. ($25), and March 9 at 2 p.m. ($25). pontine.org, info@pontine.org, 603-436-6660.
Portsmouth: Alice Fogel will read from her book of poetry "Be That Empty," March 2, 2 p.m., at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. At 3 p.m., Fogel will teach a free brief poetry writing workshop. riverrunbookstore.com, 603- 431-2100.
Portsmouth: Ello Gallery, 110 State St., presents "nature/supernature," performance and installation works, March 1-31. Reception, March 14, 5-9 p.m. with performances at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. and March 15 at 2 p.m. ellogallery.com, 603-433-9110.
Rye: Robert Stevens, local historian and principal of York High School, will give a free talk on "The Ubiquitous Winston Churchill," March 9 at 3 p.m. for the Winter Speaker Series at Rye Public Library, 581 Washington Road. 603-964-8401, ryepubliclibrary.org.
Rye: An exhibit of then-and-now photographs of Odiorne Point and the Seacoast continues through March 16 in the Learning Studio Gallery at Seacoast Science Center, 570 Ocean Blvd. "Odiorne Point: Twice-seen" features digitally combined contemporary images with century-old photographs of Odiorne by photographer Richard Moore. seacoastsciencecenter.org, 603-436-8043.
Stratham: The interfaith gospel group The Funky Divas of Gospel will perform an afternoon of gospel music along with soloists, the Funky Gospel Choir and the Funky Band, March 2, 2 p.m., at Stratham Community Church, 6 Emery Lane (off route 33, opposite the NHSPCA). $14, seniors (older than 65) and children (younger than 12) $10. Tickets at the door only. funkydivasofgospel.com, 207-438-9203.
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