Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in the area.
ARTS
Beverly: An exhibition of New York-based artist Julie Mehretu's drawings and watercolors, "Julie Mehretu: Eye of the Storm," is displayed through May 29 in Montserrat College of Art's Carol Schlosberg Alumni Gallery, 23 Essex St. Mehretu creates elaborate compositions that reflect the fractured nature and constant flux of contemporary life. The exhibition features work created during her time as a MacArthur Fellow in 2005. 978-867-9604, www.montserrat.edu.
Danvers: North Shore Arc presents an exhibit of artwork by local artist George S. Patton Jr. through June 20. Reception, May 16, 5-8 p.m., at North Shore Arc's Gallery at Southside, 6 Southside Road. Free. 978-624-2318.
Danvers: "Silent Meaning," paintings by Lynne Cassinari, is displayed through May in the meeting room at Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church, 323 Locust St., Route 35. The exhibit may be viewed before and after the 10:30 a.m. Sunday services; Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; or by appointment. 978-774-7582.
Hamilton: Dianne Pappas is showing her installation, "luminous synapses/pulsing waveless/dark nite sky," through May 5 in Pingree School Gallery, 537 Highland St. Reception, May 4, 4-6 p.m. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., or by appointment. Fifty percent of sales will be donated to Pingree School. Free. 978-468-4415.
Ipswich: River Gallery, 4 Market St., features paintings by Ipswich artist Bob English, through May 18. Also, local artists exhibit paintings, photography, jewelry, hand-blown glass, hand-carved birds, and ceramics. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 978-356-1559.
Lynn: Raw Art Works opens a new public gallery space on the ground floor of its 37 Central Square building, showcasing the artwork and films of its artists, ages 6-19, and hosting community events. Ribbon-cutting and exhibit opening, May 8, 6-8 p.m. RAW will auction 50 pieces of art, May 17, 7-11:30 p.m. The auction event will also include screenings of new work by Real 2 Reel Film School students, music by the ACME Blues Band, hors d'oeuvres, and complimentary wine and beer. $40. 781-593-5515, mail@rawart.org, rawart.org.
Lynn: LynnArts, 25 Exchange St., presents the annual Lynn Public Schools Art Exhibition, May 2-26. Reception, May 7, 6:30-8 p.m., with the opening ceremony at 7 p.m. 781-598-5244, lynnarts.org.
Malden: Animation artist Karen Aqua will be the featured exhibitor at MATV's Open Screening "Video Shorts," May 1, 7 p.m., at Malden Access Television, 145 Pleasant St. She will show her short animation pieces and discuss her films with the audience. Other visiting artists will screen their work in an evening celebrating short, experimental, and narrative film/video. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments. Free. matv.org.
Malden: artSPACE@16, 16 Princeton Road, presents "Bedecked," an exhibit of large-scale collages, cut-paper sculpture, and dioramas by Kim Salerno, May 3-31. Potluck reception, May 3, 2-5 p.m., with a talk by Salerno at 3 p.m. Also open May 10, 17, and 31, noon-5 p.m., and by appointment. Free. 781-321-8058, SandT.artspaceat16@verizon.net, artspaceat16.com.
Marblehead: Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St., presents the New England Regional Show, an annual juried open exhibition, May 3-25. Reception, May 4, 2-4 p.m. Free. 781-631-2608, info@marbleheadarts.org, marbleheadarts.org.
Merrimac: Purple Sage Pottery, 3 Mechanic St., will hold a studio open house and sale May 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and May 4, noon-5 p.m., showing functional and decorative pottery and sculpture by 12 potters. All potters will be in attendance to discuss their work. Demonstrations and refreshments. 978-346-9978, purplesagepottery.com.
Newburyport: Bridge Gallery, 113 Merrimac St., presents "A Symphony of Colors" by Danielle Gauthier McCarthy, May 1-31. Reception, May 9, 6-8 p.m. The window exhibition during May is "Plum Island Revisited," paintings of local beach scenes. Open Wednesday-Sunday, noon-6 p.m. 978-270-3941.
Newburyport: Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, presents "Out in the Open Secrets," work from Maine painter and former local Rings Island resident, Lane Williamson. Reception, May 17, 5-7 p.m. The exhibit continues through June. 2.
Newburyport: "On the Loose," paintings by Cheryl Dyment, are displayed through May 17 at Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St. Reception, May 2, 7-9 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 978-465-8769, newburyportart.org.
Newburyport: "Jewel of the North Shore: Greater Newburyport Through Four Seasons," an exhibition of nature work by fine-art photographer Eva Timothy, is displayed through May 4 in the Juliet Kellogg French Room at Massachusetts Audubon Society's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike. To view the artwork at another time, contact Joppa Flats Education Center in advance at 978-462-9998. massaudubon.org.
Newburyport: "Pennies from Heaven" is the theme for the Spring Members' Open Show, continues through May 17, at Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St. Open Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. 978-465-8769, naa@newburyportart.org.
Newburyport: Walsingham Gallery, 47 Merrimac St., presents the fine-art exhibition, "Art In Bloom," through May 30. Open Monday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; or by appointment. 978-499-4411, TheWalsinghamGallery.com.
Newburyport: Ferry Wharf Gallery, 1R Water St., features paintings by Traeger DiPietro and Erik Minzner through May 12. 978-462-2740, ferrywharf.com.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. Spring Photography Show continues through May 6. Art Auction Preview continues through May 3. Auction, May 3, 2 p.m. The Arts & Flowers Gala Reception, May 16, 6-8:30 p.m., celebrates the opening of the First Summer Exhibition with an evening of hors d'oeuvres and live jazz with Jesse Ciaramirato Duo. Floral arrangements inspired by artist members' works are donated by area florists, garden clubs, and creative individuals. Tickets in advance only (by May 13), $10. Cash bar. Painting and photography workshops and classes for adults, summer classes for children, and sketch groups. rockportartassn.org, 978-546-6604, rockportart@verizon.net.
Salem: The Gallery at Grosvenor Park, 7 Loring Hills Ave., Vinnin Square, will show paintings by Marblehead artist Natalie Umanita Bloom, May 3-June 4. Reception, May 4, 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: Photography by Salem Arts Association members Bob Morin, James Goncalves, and Alyssa Jones is displayed through May 10 at Cinema Salem, 1 East India Square.
AUCTIONS
Beverly: Spring Soiree and Auction, the 10th anniversary auction to benefit Beverly School for the Deaf, will take place May 2, 7-10 p.m., at Misselwood at Endicott College, 376 Hale St., Route 127. Online bidding through May 14 at beverlyschoolfordeaf.cmarket.com. Tickets $50. beverlyschoolforthedeaf.org, 978-998-9673.
Beverly: Artrageous! 22, the annual Montserrat College of Art auction, will be held May 3, 5:30 p.m., at 500 Cummings Center, sixth floor. Nearly 200 works of art by Montserrat alumni, local, regional, and national artists include paintings, photographs, sculpture and jewelry. Preview artwork online at montserrat.edu/auction22. Some nonart items, including a week's use of a 26-room Italian villa, will also be auctioned. All proceeds are used for student financial aid. Tickets $100, patrons $175. 978-921-4242, ext. 1115, or cbowen@montserrat.edu.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St., will hold its annual fund-raising art auction, May 3, 2 p.m., featuring works by historic Cape Ann artists, including Aldro T. Hibbard, Anthony Thieme, W. Lester Stevens, Emile Gruppe, Charles Paul Gruppe, Harry A. Vincent, Marguerite Pearson, Antonio Cirino, Paul Strisik, Theresa Bernstein, William Meyerowitz, Al Czerepak, Bernard Corey, and Stow Wengenroth. Auction Preview displayed through May 3, with a special evening preview May 2, 4-7 p.m. Preview auction items online at rockportartassn.org. Catalog $4. Open Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Also open Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., beginning May 1. 978-546-6604.
AUDITIONS
Beverly: Neverland Theatre will hold auditions for "Pippi Longstocking: The Musical" for adults, teenagers, and children older than 6 on May 5, 7 p.m., at Temple B'nai Abraham, 200 East Lothrop St. neverlandtheatre@comcast.net, 978-948-7925.
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Hamilton: Meet local farmers and hear farm stories during Farm Day, May 10, 10:30 a.m., in the Children's Room at Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St. For all ages. Free. 978-468-5577, hwlibrary.org.
CHORAL MUSIC
Gloucester: The North Shore chamber choir, Coro Stella Maris, will perform "Full of Grace: Renaissance Devotional Classics from Palestrina, Byrd, and Guerrero," May 17, 8 p.m., at St. John's Episcopal Church, 48 Middle St., and May 18, 4 p.m., at Annisquam Village Church, 820 Washington St. $15, seniors and students $10, available at the door. 617-625-1857, corostellamaris.org.
Haverhill: Northern Essex Community College's Spring Chorus concert, "A Celebration of Song," offers an eclectic mix of music including English and American madrigals and selections from Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Les Miserables" and Mozart's "Marriage of Figaro." Also, a tribute to veterans, "American Heroes," includes theme songs from each branch of the US military. Held May 4, 2 p.m., in the Technology Center on campus, 100 Elliott St. (Exit 52 off Interstate 495). $5 at the door. abucchiere@necc.mass.edu, 978-556-3226.
Salem: Paul Madore Chorale will perform a Boston-area premiere of legendary jazz composer Dave Brubeck's "Mass, To Hope! A Celebration," May 10, 8 p.m., at Saint Anne Church, 292 Jefferson Ave.The concert opens with "Te Deum" by Antonin Dvorak, featuring soprano Trudy Hill, mezzo-soprano Maria di Stefano, tenor Ethan Bremner, and baritone Donald Wilkinson. $20, seniors (60 and older) and students (18 and younger) $15. Advance tickets at paulmadorechorale.org; Ted Cole's Music Shop, 30 Church St., Salem; Sophia's, 105 Essex St., Salem; and Arnould Gallery and Framery, 111 Washington St., Marblehead. 781-592-7284 or 978-774-7981. paulmadorechorale.org.
Swampscott/Lynn: The Concert Singers of Greater Lynn present a spring program, "France and America," May 2, 8 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church, 101 Forest Ave., Swampscott; and May 4, 2:30 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 571 Boston St., Lynn. The program includes Faure's Requiem, Debussy's "Salut Printemps," Aaron Copland songs and old favorites by George M. Cohan. Free. 978-744-4787 or 781-631-1164.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Lynn: Mass Theatrica presents "A Night of Russian Songs and Arias," May 3, 8 p.m., at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre at LynnArts, 25 Exchange St. The program includes songs and arias by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Mussorgsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, and others. $15, seniors and students $13, children 12 and younger $8. 508-757-8515, masstheatrica@yahoo.com, masstheatrica.org.
Rockport: Sponsored by the Educational Outreach Committee of the Rockport Chamber Music Festival, the Alcyon Chamber Ensemble will perform a free concert May 8, 7 p.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Rockport, 4 Cleaves St. The program will include "Melody in F" by Anton Rubenstein, "Golliwog's Cake Walk" by Claude Debussy, and "Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin. rcmf.org, 978-546-7391.
COMEDY
Salisbury: La Chiquita restaurant, 188 Lafayette St., Route 1, will hold the "La(st) Chiquita Comic Standing" amateur comedy contest, May 1, 8 p.m. Comedians perform five-minute routines and compete to win cash and prizes. Hosted by professional comedian Dave Rattigan, who also hosts the Tuesday night comedy show at La Chiquita, and judged by professional comedians, including Tony Moschetto, a Salisbury native. The show is part of the weekendlong celebration of Cinco de Mayo at the restaurant. Free. No registration fee. To register for the contest, call 978-463-4688 or register in person at the restaurant. ScampsComedy.com.
DANCES
Salem: The monthly Salem Contra Dances finishes the season with a dance May 3, 7:30-10:30 p.m., at Tabernacle Church , 50 Washington St. Special guest caller Nils Fredland. Wear clean, soft-soled shoes. $8, seniors and students $6. Ages 12 and up. Beginners welcome. 978-745-9391, jenstrom10@comcast.net.
DANCE PERFORMANCES
Beverly: Hamilton-Wenham School of Dance presents the annual young student recital, May 3, 3:30 p.m., at Memorial Building, 502 Cabot St. The recital showcases 88 young students performing from the following towns: Beverly, Boxford, Danvers, Essex, Gloucester, Hamilton, Ipswich, Manchester, Topsfield, Rowley, and Wenham. $10, children and seniors $5. Tickets at the door. 978-468-2393.
FESTIVAL
Swampscott: A free program celebrates Israel's 60th year of statehood, May 4, 3-6 p.m., at Congregation Shirat Hayam, 55 Atlantic Ave.The North Shore Israel@60 Community Celebration will feature music, shopping, dining, activities and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy Israeli dancing, a concert by the band Yom Hadash, performances by area children, "Dig the Past: An Israeli Archeological Experience," face painting and balloon artistry, shopping at the "shuk" (Israeli marketplace), Israeli and child-friendly food prepared by Bruce Silverlieb of the Party Specialist, free Israel@60 T-shirts, and other giveaways. Early-bird shopping at the "shuk" and Israeli cuisine begin at 2 p.m. 617-504-4234, northshoreisrael@yahoo.com.
FAMILY FARE
Boxford: Join Windrush Farm for its annual Farm Day on May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at 30 Brookview Road (on the North Andover line). Live music, games, crafts, pony rides, hay rides, food, raffles, and a riding demonstration in a traditional New England setting. Most activities are free; fee for some events. Parking $5. Rain date May 4. Proceeds benefit Windrush Farm's therapeutic horseback riding programs. windrushfarm.org, 978-682-7855.
FILMS
Beverly: The award-winning documentary, "for the Bible tells me so," reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture and reveals that religious antigay bias is based almost solely upon a misinterpretation of the Bible. Through the experiences of five Christian-American families - including those of former House majority leader Richard Gephardt and Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson - discover how people of faith handle the realization of having a gay child or family member. The film will be shown May 8, 7 p.m., at First Parish Church, 225 Cabot St. An open discussion follows the movie. Free. 978-922-3968.
FUND-RAISERS
Gloucester: The Open Door/Cape Ann Food
Lynnfield: Saugus River Watershed Council will host its annual River Night event, May 8, 6-9 p.m., at Spinelli's Function Facility, Route 1 south, with dinner, live jazz music, and silent and live auctions. Proceeds benefit the council's river restoration and youth environmental education programs. $35, includes dinner, live music, and admission to the auction. Cash bar. saugusriver.org, srw@shore.net, 781-233-5046.
Newburyport: May 3, 4-8 p.m., Firehouse Center for the Arts will hold its fourth annual Kentucky Derby Party, its major fund-raiser of the year. Guests enter through a Starting Gate and are greeted with a complimentary mint julep. Following Derby tradition, the event features a hat contest with no rules or limits. Prizes for the most elegant and the most creative entries. Partygoers watch festivities at
LECTURES-FORUMS
Beverly: May 7, 7:30 p.m., J. David Broudo will give a free lecture on American architect Frank Lloyd Wright (1869-1959) in the Art Center Lecture Hall, Endicott College, 376 Hale St., Route 127. The lecture will include slides of his major buildings and his innovative ideas and impact on architecture will be discussed. 978-232-2012.
LITERARY EVENTS
Newburyport: Novelist Margot Livesey will read from her latest novel, "The House on Fortune Street," May 9, 7 p.m., at Jabberwocky Bookshop, 50 Water St., Tannery Mill No. 1. Free. jabberwocky.booksense.com, 978-465-9359.
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: Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. "The Paintings of Emma Fordyce MacRae (1887-1974)," continues through July 20. Gallery talks by museum staff offered Saturdays at 11 a.m. The talks are included with the cost of admission. Bartholomew, Cappers & Waynen Folk Trio will give a free concert in the museum's Folly Cove Auditorium, May 3, 11 a.m. This interactive performance presents music that was sung in New England from the Pilgrims to the Civil War. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and 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
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.
Melrose: On May 4, the Victorian Melrose Society will sponsor a walking tour of the Cork City neighborhood, conducted by Ed Gordon, historian and specialist on the Victorian period. Meet at 2:30 p.m. at the corner of Cleveland Street and West Wyoming Avenue. Fee $14. Advanced payment encouraged. May 3, 4 p.m., the Society will host a Pink Tea at a private Victorian home in the Cedar Park neighborhood of Melrose. $14, advance payment required. 617-957-9682 or BarbaraGilchrist@comcast.net.
Wenham: The toy exhibit, "Look What I Got! 100 Years of Timeless Toys," continues through May 11 at Wenham Museum, 132 Main St. Dance-Dance-Guitar-Hero-PacMan-Revolution Video Game-Triathalon, a family program, will be held May 3, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Preregistration required. Included with museum admission. $7, seniors $6, ages 2-16 $5. 978-468-2377, wenhammuseum.org.
MUSIC
Amesbury: The Friends of the Amesbury Public Library sponsor a free family concert featuring Franco-American singer and songwriter Josee Vachon in honor of Membership Month. Vachon's traditional and original songs in French are performed with guitar, spoons, clogging, and plenty of energy. Held May 3, 7 p.m., at Amesbury Middle School auditorium, 220 Main St. Free.
Essex: Northern Lights performs an eclectic blend of traditional bluegrass and "newgrass," with touches of jazz, blues, rock, gospel, classical, and Western swing, May 3, 8 p.m., at One World Coffeehouse, at First Universalist Church, 59 Main St. $15. Reservations, 978-768-7056.
Gloucester: The Cape Ann Symphony performs its Spring Pops Concert, May 17, 8 p.m., and May 18, 2 p.m., at Fuller Auditorium, Blackburn Circle, Route 128. Special guest WHDH-TV's Randy Price will narrate Copland's "Lincoln Portrait." $25, seniors and college students $20, younger than 18 free. 978-281-0543, capeannsymphony.org.
Haverhill: International recording artist David Olney will perform with multi-instrumentalist Sergio Webb, May 17, 8 p.m., at New Moon Coffeehouse at Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St. (routes 125 and 110).This concert is part of the New Moon's 20th anniversary celebratory season. Opening act, Danielle Miraglia. $15. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org. Day of show (after 4 p.m.), call 978-372-5173.
Marblehead: me & thee Coffeehouse at Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St. May 2, Holly Near and emma's revolution. $22. May 9, me & thee Showcase concert featuring Electric Farm, John Elliott, Eve Goldberg, and The Goodhues Band. $5. Shows start at 8:30 p.m. Discounts for students and seniors. Advance tickets at Spirit of '76 Bookstore and Arnould's Gallery. Tickets also at the door. 781-631-8987, meandthee.org.
Marblehead: The Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor will honor Marblehead veterans and those in active service on Armed Forces Day, May 17, 7:30 p.m. with a "Star Spangled Pops" concert at Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St. The evening of patriotic music includes work by American composers, including Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, George M. Cohan, Tommy Dorsey, and John Philip Souza, performed by The Hillyer Festival Orchestra. A highlight of the event will be Judge Joseph Dever's narration of "The Lincoln Portrait" by Aaron Copland. $35 for floor seats, $25 for balcony seats. Advance tickets at Arnould Gallery & Framery, The Garden Collection, National Grand Bank, and The Marblehead Reporter Office. Tickets also at the door, subject to availability. Proceeds benefit local and international projects of Rotary International. rcomh.org.
Swampscott: The Monument Music Concert Series presents a family-friendly concert by Swampscott resident Jackson Schultz with his 10-piece jazz ensemble from the Berklee College of Music, May 3, 7:30 p.m., at Church of the Holy Name, 60 Monument Ave. The band will perform a diverse program of jazz arrangements, including some of Schultz's original compositions. Minimum $5 donation at the door for adults, children 12 and younger are free. All proceeds will help fund future events. Enjoy refreshments and meet Schultz and the band following the hourlong performance. 781-771-3286, churchoftheholyname.com.
Topsfield: The group KR#, with Karen Ristuben, vocalist and guitar; Mason Daring, guitar; and Rory McKenzie, bass; will perform a free concert of jazz, blues, and roots music, May 2, 7:30 p.m., at Topsfield Town Library's Jazz Cafe. They are joined by Dave Mattacks, percussion artist, and Mark Earley on baritone and alto sax. Doors open at 7 p.m. at the library, 1 South Common St. 978-887-1528, topsfieldtownlibrary.org.
Wakefield: Linden Tree Coffeehouse, Unitarian-Universalist Church, 326 Main St., presents Brooks Williams and Jack Williams, May 10, 8 p.m. $20 at the door, $18 in advance. Reservations recommended. 781-246-2836, Lindentree85@comcast.net, LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org.
NATURE
Topsfield: Celebrate National Astronomy Day with the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club, May 10, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row. An indoor presentation on spring constellations, galaxies and other celestial objects, will be followed, weather permitting, by viewing the night sky through telescopes. For adults and families with children 6 years and older. Advance registration requested. Fee $5. 978-887-9264, massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.
THEATER
Beverly: North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Road, presents Mel Brooks' musical comedy, "The Producers," May 13-June 1. Performances Tuesday-Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, 2 p.m. $79-$42. Related free events: May 20, Meet the Theatre after the 7:30 p.m. performance, for an audience discussion with the artists; May 25, Spotlight on History, a free preshow discussion focusing on historical issues related to the performance; May 29, Out at the North Shore, an evening for the gay and lesbian community with a post-show reception; May 31, Meet the Theatre after the 2 p.m. performance. nsmt.org, 978-232-7200.
Chelsea: Apollinaire Theatre Company presents Wendy MacLeod's dark comedy, "House of Yes," through May 4, at Chelsea Theatre Works, 189 Winnisimmet St. Performances Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; May 4, 3 p.m. $20 at the door, $18 in advance, $10 student rush one hour before curtain. Performances will be followed by a reception with the actors in the gallery. On exhibit is the photography of Mark Morelli. 617-887-2336, apollinairetheatre.com.
Hamilton-Gloucester: New England Light Opera remembers the Gaiety Theatre on Washington Street in downtown Boston in its new revue, "The Roaring 20's: A New Musical Revue." Set in the Gaiety, "The Roaring 20's" traces this tumultuous decade in Boston through song, story, and sketch. Performances May 11, 3 p.m., at Hamilton-Wenham Community House, 284 Bay Road, Route 1A at Patton Park, Hamilton; and May 18, 3 p.m., at West End Theatre, 1 Washington St., Gloucester. $22, seniors (65 and older) $18, children and students with current ID $5. 978-887-2045, newenglandlightopera.org.
Gloucester: Landmark High School Department of Performing Arts presents the Broadway musical, "Anything Goes," May 8-10, 7:30 p.m., at Fuller School Auditorium, 4 School House Road, on the northern rotary of Route 128. Music and lyrics by Cole Porter, including "Anything Goes," "You're the Top," and "I Get a Kick Out of You." $5. landmarkschool.org. Ipswich: The Company of Ipswich High School presents "Alice in Wonderland," May 8, 7 p.m.; May 10, 7:30 p.m.; and May 11, 2:30 p.m., in the high school's Performing Arts Center, 134 High St. $7, students $5, seniors $3. 978-356-3137, ext. 138.
Salem: A musical version of "Charlotte's Web," based on the story by E.B. White, will be presented by Theatre of Light, May 10, 11, 17, and 18 in the auditorium at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 24 St. Peter St. Performances Saturday, 7 p.m., and Sunday, 3 p.m. $15, students and seniors $10, ages 5 and younger $5. Reservations, 781-210-9818.
Saugus: The Theatre Company of Saugus performs Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera, "The Pirates of Penzance," May 9 and 10, 8 p.m.; May 11, 2 p.m.; and May 16 and 17, 8 p.m., at Belmonte Middle School, Dow Street. $18, seniors and students $15, children $10. tcsaugus.home.comcast.net, 781-231-5204.
Wakefield: Theatre to Go presents the musical, "Oliver!," adapted from the book, "Oliver Twist" by Charles Dickens. Performances May 2, 3, 9 and 10, 8 p.m., and May 4, 2 p.m., at Greenwood Union Church, 4 Oak St. This venue is not accessible to the handicapped and involves stairs. $15, students and seniors $12. Reserved seating. theatretogo.com, 781-279-0835. For groups of 10 or more, e-mail Jenn at jmacrobbie@comcast.net for discounted pricing.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Durham: Shannon Marshall, North Hampton native and Broadway stage actor, taught this year's annual LEAP (Let's Experience Arts Performance) vacation camp for Seacoast girls in grades 7-12. The LEAP peformance will take place at the Mill Pond Center for the Arts, 50 Newmarket Road, May 2, 6 p.m. Free; donations welcome. 603-433-4278, airnh.org.
Durham: "2008 Senior BA and BFA Exhibition," features the work of bachelor of arts and bachelor of fine arts degree candidates, through May 24 (closed May 5-7), at The Art Gallery, Paul Creative Arts Center, 30 College Road, University of New Hampshire. "2008 MFA Thesis Exhibition (I)" works by master of fine arts degree candidates Denise Jansson and Rebecca M. Kallem, through May 4. Open Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Visitor parking in C Lot (across from the Mill Road Shopping Center), $1 per hour. 603-862-3712, art.gallery@unh.edu, unh.edu/art-gallery.
Durham: The University of New Hampshire celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution with the exhibition, "The Freedom '56: Commemorating the Hungarian Revolution." The exhibition, showing the struggle and success of the Hungarian Revolutionaries' heroic fight for freedom, continues through July 3 at University Museum at Dimond Library, 18 Library Way. Free. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, noon-4 p.m. The museum is closed Saturdays between semesters and during the summer. 603-862-1081.
Exeter: Oil paintings, watercolors, and prints by Exeter artist Barbara Clark are displayed at Blue Moon Natural Foods, 8 Clifford St., through May.
Exeter: Exeter Fine Crafts, 61 Water St., features gold and sterling silver jewelry by John and Susan Pearsall of Pearsall and Son Goldsmiths during May. May 3, noon-3 p.m., the Pearsalls will talk about their jewelry. 603-778-8282.
Exeter: The Mother's Day Tea d'Jazz features jazz trumpeter Tom Palance and his Jazz Quartet performing swing jazz favorites in an elegant tearoom setting. Teas, coffees, desserts, and finger foods served. Held May 11, 2-4 p.m., at Congregational Church in Exeter, 21 Front St. $12, seniors and students $10, children younger than 8 free. Tables in advance and at the door. Reservations, 603-772-4216, exetercongchurch.org.
Hampton: Nationally known comedian Jimmy Dunn will perform at Winnacunnet High School auditorium, 4 Alumni Drive, on May 9 to benefit the Friends of Winnacunnet Foundation. Also appearing is hostess-comic Jess Casciano from WFNX Radio and Rich Ceisler, who has appeared on HBO, MTV, and the "Comedy Club Connection." The comedy show is rated PG-13. Doors open at 7 p.m. Musical acts and a door prize before the show. Tickets $20, available at Caffe Fresco and Jumpin' Jacks Java on Route 1, Hampton; Village Market, Route 1, Hampton Falls; Joe's Meat Market, Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton; and O'Brien's and Richdale's in Seabrook. 603-926-7850.
Portsmouth: On May 4, 2 p.m., local poets David Peloquin, Martin Steingesser, and Judy Tierney will lead the program, "Seeing With The Heart's Ear," with poetry and flute and guitar accompaniment, at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. Followed by a workshop with participants determining the focus for the collective creation of a ballad, or other form of poem, under the poets' guidance. Free. riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
Portsmouth: RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. Margot Livesey will read from her new novel, "The House on Fortune Street," May 7, 7 p.m. UNH professor John Carroll will talk about restoring food independence, the subject of his new book, "Pastures of Plenty: The Future of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Conservation in New England," May 8, 7 p.m. Free. riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
Portsmouth: Pontine Theatre will premiere an original stage adaptation of Thomas Bailey Aldrich's novel, "The Story of a Bad Boy (1869)," in which Aldrich chronicled his boyhood years in his grandfather's house on Court Street in Portsmouth. Performances through May 11 at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m. $25. Tickets online at pontine.org. Information, 603-436-6660 or info@pontine.org.
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. portsmouthathenaeum.org, 603-431-2538.
Portsmouth: ellO Gallery and Shop, 110 State St., presents "Re: Format," a reused media show, through May 5. Thirty artists show sculptural objects, wall-mounted pieces, a drawing machine, handmade goods, and more. ellogallery.com.
Portsmouth: Writers on a New England Stage series at The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St. Award-winning novelist Louise Erdrich will be featured May 14. Journalist Barbara Walters, known for her interviews of leading politicians and celebrities, will discuss her memoir, "Audition," May 23. Programs begin at 7:30 p.m. $12. Vouchers for presigned hardcover copies of each authors' book, redeemable at the event, can be purchased through the box office or at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. 603-436-2400, themusichall.org.
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