Spring Calendar
April 9, 10
Wild Kratts 2.0
Dive into another classic adventure with the Kratt brothers as they combine live action and animation.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
ccanh.com
April 10
Camerata New England
Audi, 7:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 10, May 15
Discovering Magic with Andrew Pinard
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm
hatboxnh.com
April 10–14
Insignificance
Imagine four historical and cultural American icons meeting for one night: a ballplayer and professor, an actress and a politician, all famous celebrities in their own right. What would they say, and do? The characters are unnamed, but the audience will easily identify this quartet as Joe DiMaggio, Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, and Senator Joe McCarthy.
Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 7:30pm Wed–Fri; 7:30pm & 2pm Sat; 5pm Sun
www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org
April 11
Million Dollar Quartet
This smash-hit musical is inspired by the famed recording session that brought together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins for the first and only time.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
ccanh.com
April 11, May 23
Queen City Improv
Join QCI as they perform a night of goofs, gaffes, and laughs through a never before seen show every night! Improvisational theater is made up on the spot, which means the games are planned but the scenes and stories are not!
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm
hatboxnh.com
April 12, May 24
Music Out of the ’Box
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm
hatboxnh.com
April 12–14
Haphazardly Ever After
Royal chaos ensues when the king and queen decide it’s time for their grown children to move out of the castle.
Jean’s Playhouse, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
Jeansplayhouse.com
April 13
Hatbox Performance Lab
Hatbox Theatre’s educational series for theater artists and the public looking to explore the theatrical arts and expand their capabilities. Each month we hold a two-hour (plus!) workshop on different topics including lighting, sound, projections, costumes, design, acting, improv, directing, publicity, and more.
Hatbox Theatre, 2pm
hatboxnh.com
April 13
The Jazz Arts Trio
Audi, 7:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 13
Walter Trout
The Flying Monkey, 7:30pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
April 14
Pod Tours America
Pod Save America is hitting the road again to have live, no-nonsense conversations about politics, the press, and the Trump presidency.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
ccanh.com
April 15
Hispanic Flamenco Ballet
Audi, 10am
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 17
Rosie Revere, Engineer
Ms. Greer’s classroom has three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist’s curiosity can drive her teacher crazy.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am & 12pm
ccanh.com
April 17
Don White: Singer, Author & Storyteller
Audi, 7:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 17
Little Bits of Light
This unique adaptation of I Never Saw Another Butterfly intertwines poems and artwork from children at the concentration camp Terezin with major historical events and her own family’s history.
Franklin Opera House, 7:30pm
www.franklinoperahouse.org
April 18
Kris Kristofferson and the Strangers
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
ccanh.com
April 18–20
Amelia by Alex Webb
Amelia is a heroic Civil War tale of one woman’s search for her husband across the battlefields of America. Performed by only two actors, this tour-de-force production embraces the theatricality of storytelling while sharing a beautiful and tragic love story.
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
hatboxnh.com
April 21
Restoration Foursquare Church: Easter Service
Audi, 10am
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 23–May 5
The Treasure of Cirque Fou
The Treasure of Cirque Fou takes audiences on a thrilling adventure with its oddly assorted crew aboard the Disco Volante, a research vessel on the hunt for treasure. Featuring a fusion of theatre, circus, and dance, this adventure includes a mix of aerial arts, acrobatics, Cyr wheel, contortion, flow arts, and much more.
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
hatboxnh.com
April 24
Scott Kirby, Gary Green & Bob Doolittle
Audi, 7:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
April 25
The Magic of Jason Purdy
Franklin Opera House, 10am
www.franklinoperahouse.org
April 26
1964 The Tribute
The Flying Monkey, 7:30pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
April 27
Uprooted
The Flying Monkey, 7:30pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
April 27
Indoor Tack Sale to Benefit Becky’s Gift Equine Relief
Table fee is $10.
Serenity Stable, Belmont, 8am–2pm
beckysgift.org
April 28
Pre-Derby Pasta Dinner to Benefit Becky’s Gift Equine Relief
A $15 fee includes pasta, marinara sauce, salad, rolls, a beverage, and dessert.
Concord Common Man, 4–7:30pm
beckysgift.org
April 28
Community Cleanup & Potluck
Canterbury Shaker Village, 9am–1pm
www.shakers.org
April 28
Dancing with the Community Stars
The Flying Monkey, 2pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
April 28
Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
ccanh.com
April 30
National Theatre Live in HD: All About Eve
Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
ccanh.com
May 2–4, 10–12
Mary Poppins
Franklin Opera House, 7:30pm except May 12, 2pm
www.franklinoperahouse.org
May 3
The McCartney Years: The Experience
The music of the Beatles and Wings, live!
Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
ccanh.com
May 3–5
Community Players of Concord: Something’s Afoot
This entertaining musical murder mystery is a spoof of Agatha Christie’s classic work Ten Little Indians. Bring your sleuthing skills and sharp eyes and see if you can untangle the mystery.
Audi, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
www.concordcityauditorium.org
May 4
Heifer Parade
Canterbury Shaker Village, 10am–2pm
www.shakers.org
May 4
Felix Cavalieres Rascals
The Flying Monkey, 7:30pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
May 4
Juston McKinney
Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
ccanh.com
May 6
Animal Farm
The animals of Mr. Jones’s farm believe they could build themselves a utopia if they could get rid of the humans in charge. When their dreams become a reality, life isn’t as easy as they thought, since old problems take new form.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am
ccanh.com
May 7
Honoring Preservation Achievement
The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance honors the best statewide efforts to revive and save landmarks and communities.
Audi, 4:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
May 8
Brooklyn Rider
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
ccanh.com
May 8
Klezperanto Music and Dance
Audi, 7:30pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
May 9
NEEDTOBREATHE
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
ccanh.com
May 9–12
Company
Robert is 35 (or about to be) and unmarried, unlike nearly all of his friends . . . unhappily so (not that their marital states translate as bliss). This Tony-winning musical gives us not only a glimpse into 1970s Manhattan but is also considered the first of the “modern” musicals, combining dark humor with resilient characters.
Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 7:30pm Thu–Sat; 2pm Sun
www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org
May 9–19
Bo-Nita by Elizabeth Heffron
Bo-Nita has a broke, man-crazy momma, Grandma Tiny the retired belly-dancer, and a philosophical semi-ex-stepfather—who may or may not be dying on her bedroom floor. Come let Bo-Nita, Mona, Tiny, Gerard, Leon, the Colonel, and Uncle Jacque take you on a wild ride through working-class America with all their dysfunctional glory.
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
hatboxnh.com
May 10
Sara Juli
Sara Juli discusses her artistic process and the creation of her new work, Burt-Out Wife!
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
ccanh.com
May 10
The Machine Performs Pink Floyd
The Flying Monkey, 7:30pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
May 11
12th Annual Canterbury Shaker Village XC5k
Canterbury Shaker Village, 10am
www.shakers.org
May 11
Bob Marley
The Flying Monkey, 6:30 & 9pm
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
May 11
Boggis Comedy Presents . . . Standup Comedy
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm
hatboxnh.com
May 13
17th Annual Perennial Exchange
Audi, 8am–12pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
May 13
The Met Live in HD: Dialogues des Carmelites
Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
ccanh.com
May 14
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live – King for a Day
Daniel Tiger and all his friends invite you for a brand-new adventure in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
ccanh.com
May 14
Launch Party 2019
Come and join us for the launch party for our upcoming season
Hatbox Theatre, 7pm
hatboxnh.com
May 17
Finding Neverland
Finding Neverland tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
ccanh.com
May 18
Spring Volunteer Cleanup
We are seeking volunteers who love to be outside and don’t mind a little yard work. Our crew of volunteers will be asked to help with tasks such as clearing sticks and leaves and cleaning out the garden beds to get the ready for planting. You can volunteer for as little or as long as you’d like for the day, but those volunteers who participate for the four-hour shift will receive two free tickets to come back and enjoy the Castle during the season. We will provide lunch to all volunteers.
Castle in the Clouds, 10am–2pm
www.castleintheclouds.org
May 18
John Cusack
Join John Cusack for a screening of Say Anything followed by a live conversation regarding his career and the making of the movie.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
ccanh.com
May 19
The Brigadoons
Audi, 4pm
www.concordcityauditorium.org
May 19
The Brigadoons
Capitol Center for the Arts, 4pm
ccanh.com
May 19
Purple Reign: The Prince Tribute Show
Capitol Center for the Arts, 76:30pm
ccanh.com
May 21
Showtime with Shakespeare
Climb into a musical time machine with Jack and Annie and travel back to Elizabethan England! The daring sibling duo learns to overcome stage fright to save the famed bard’s show.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am
ccanh.com
May 26
Victoria Valentine: Paranormal Investigator
Ghost Ship Radio is thrilled to bring its production of Victoria Valentine: Paranormal Investigator to the Hatbox. An original radio play series, Victoria Valentine mixes old and new. Set in 1940s New York City, Victoria takes the cases deemed too strange for her competitors. Join us as we showcase several of her most exciting and harrowing cases live on stage!
Hatbox Theatre, 2pm
hatboxnh.com
May 28
Pete the Cat
When Pete gets caught rocking out after bedtime, the cat catcher sends him to live with the Biddle family to learn his manners—and boy are they square! But for the groovy blue cat, life is an adventure.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am
ccanh.com
May 31–June 16
Little Shop of Horrors
Seymour Krelborn is a meek floral assistant at Mushnik’s Skid Row Florists with a crush on his coworker, Audrey. One day, after a total eclipse of the sun, he stumbles across a new breed of plant life, which he affectionately names “Audrey II.” Prepare to be immersed in a vibrant and powerful production that will use various scale of puppetry and movement, as well as shadow, projection, and other multimedia effects to bring Skid Row to life!
Hatbox Theatre, 7:30pm Fri & Sat; 2pm Sun
hatboxnh.com
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