Performing Arts

Open Door Theater is going to Prom, March 21-30

March 8, 2025

Open Door Theater of Acton, one of the only integrated and accessible theater troupes in the country, will stage the Tony Award-nominated musical, “The Prom: School Edition” onMarch 21-30. “The Prom: School Edition” will bring a timely message of inclusion, self-determination, and courage to audiences during its run next month at the Dragonfly Theater at R.J. Grey Jr. High School in Acton, MA. A synopsis from Theatrical Rights Worldwide: Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put…

Standing ovations for “The Prom” as Open Door Theater’s inclusive production continues

March 22, 2025

by Jen Lewy

Open Door Theater opened its latest musical production on Friday, March 21, with “The Prom: School Edition,” which runs for six performances from March 21-30, 2025, at the Dragonfly Theater in R.J. Grey Junior High School in Acton. The musical follows four Broadway stars who travel to a…

Review: Nashoba Valley Chorale considers, “What is This Thing Called Love?”

February 8, 2025

by Meg Stafford

What is this thing called love? In a departure from their usual more classical programming, The Nashoba Valley Chorale (NVC) addressed this iconic question by performing modern madrigals composed by John Rutter in honor of jazz great George Shearing’s birthday, Songs of the Rose by Lauridsen, and a…

Review: Acton-Boxborough Winter Concert highlights music, tradition, and a surprise performance

December 21, 2024

by Jen Lewy

The Acton-Boxborough Regional High School’s Winter Concert on December 17 filled the auditorium with holiday spirit, showcasing the talents of over 275 student musicians. The evening brought together beloved seasonal classics, impressive performances, and an unexpected treat that capped off the event on a joyful note. A celebratory…

Music review: Nashoba Valley Chorale sings Vaughn Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem

November 22, 2024

by Meg Stafford

“Music and the arts are a reflection of our times. Life may seem hopeless and dark, but there is hope for the future. The cacophony of war gives way to the harmony of peace.” These words from Alex Rogers, the president of the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra, opened the…

Music feast with Audra McDonald at Groton Hill

September 14, 2024

by Meg Stafford

There are times when a performance is so captivating that the audience is bonded together, and with the performer, by an undeniable gravitational pull. Such was the case as Audra McDonald charmed us on Friday, September 6 at Groton Hill Music. A pro from start to finish, she…

Fleetwood Mac tribute band performs July 12 as NARA Park concert series continues

July 26, 2024

by Karen Herther

A summer Friday saw the sun setting on NARA Park in Acton as Tusk, a highly regarded Fleetwood Mac Tribute band, performed for a crowd of over a thousand concertgoers on July 12. The Town of Acton Recreation Summer Concert Series continued after a record number of attendees…

And the bands play on: Pink Floyd tribute band performs July 19

July 26, 2024

by James Conboy

About one thousand concertgoers (a small fraction of the Independence Day concert) enjoyed perfect weather and a full moon as they watched the Pink Floyd tribute band Into the Floyd, and a full production laser light show, from the grassy hillside at NARA Park on July 19. The…

A poster wtih a drawing from the book Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type.In the poster, two cows, two chickens, and a duck are staring at an old-fashioned manual typewriter.

More cows come to Acton–to Theatre III

June 14, 2024

by Ruth Bendig

The animals on Farmer Brown’s farm in Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type at Theatre III in West Acton, have been trying to convince Farmer Brown to do something to fix up his drafty barn. He doesn’t take them seriously, so after some debate they form a union…

A group of adults stand on a church dias, looking like they are ready to burst into song.

Acton Community Chorus celebrates 40 years

May 7, 2024

by Beth Imhoff

“I always come away from rehearsal feeling centered and connected. It’s a much needed joy!” — Stacey Charbonneau “I sing to connect with all family and friends, past and present, with whom I have raised my voice in joy, protest, sadness and hope.” — Diana Wasserman “When we…

There’s No Place Like our Hometown’s Open Door Theater

March 23, 2024

by Alissa Nicol

Open Door Theater’s 2024 production, The Wizard of Oz, opened on Friday, March 15 at the Dragonfly Theater located at the RJ Grey Junior High School on Charter Road. The matinees on both Saturday and Sunday were sold out, with groups attending from the Perkins School, The Learning…

Oliver Klein and service dog Quimby, actor Juliana Sena and actor Maddie Freeman (Tin Man)

Open Door Theater Continues to Make Theater Accessible on Both Sides of the Curtain

March 15, 2024

by Michelle Shoemaker

Preparing a typical musical theater production requires an incredible amount of preparation from the cast and crew. Producing a fully accessible theater production includes preparing for many additional details related to special performances and accommodations for cast, crew and patrons. Training the entire cast and crew on best…

Author Martin Gitlin speaks at the Senior Center. Photo credit: Greg Jarboe.

A funny program about funny programs: The Greatest Sitcoms of All Time

March 14, 2024

by Greg Jarboe

On March 7, 2024, award-winning author and pop culture historian Martin Gitlin hosted a fun and enlightening presentation based on his book, The Greatest Sitcoms of All Time. He is the only author to rank the best of the best, including I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners, The Andy…

Shine-A-Light event at Acton Memorial Library

Chinese New Year Celebrations in Our Community

February 28, 2024

Dani FengandKaiping Fu

Chinese New Year isn’t just celebrated in Chinatown in big cities; many Chinese bring their biggest holiday to their adopted home communities, in honor of their indigenous culture. In Acton and Boxborough, the Acton Chinese Language School has made it part of their mission since 2004 to create…

ActonTV Hosts Holiday Party

December 14, 2023

by Avantika Nautiyal

ActonTV hosted their Annual Meeting and Holiday Party on Wednesday December 6 at their offices at 16A Craig Rd. The staff and members of the Board of Directors put out a generous buffet for the guests. The studio was transformed into a festive cocktail party venue. The guests…

Young dancers in flowing skirts pose in a group

Latinos Group enjoys dances from a variety of Latin cultures

October 16, 2023

by Maribel Mendoza

The Acton Latino Family Network, founded by longtime Acton resident Zoila Ricciardi, serves as a welcoming haven for all Latinos and is dedicated to building a close-knit community while offering support to one another. The group has been meeting informally once a month at the Acton Memorial Library…

West Acton Oktoberfest Celebrates Community Spirit and Local Businesses

October 16, 2023

by Dr. Pam Jarboe

West Acton came alive on October 14 as residents and visitors gathered to celebrate the annual Oktoberfest. This highly anticipated event showcased the village’s greatest asset, its community spirit. In recent years, Oktoberfest has often not been held due to the pandemic and the renovations to Gardner Field…

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Performing Arts

Open Door Theater is going to Prom, March 21-30

Standing ovations for “The Prom” as Open Door Theater’s inclusive production continues

Review: Nashoba Valley Chorale considers, “What is This Thing Called Love?”

Review: Acton-Boxborough Winter Concert highlights music, tradition, and a surprise performance

Music review: Nashoba Valley Chorale sings Vaughn Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem

Music feast with Audra McDonald at Groton Hill

Fleetwood Mac tribute band performs July 12 as NARA Park concert series continues

And the bands play on: Pink Floyd tribute band performs July 19

More cows come to Acton–to Theatre III

Acton Community Chorus celebrates 40 years

There’s No Place Like our Hometown’s Open Door Theater

Open Door Theater Continues to Make Theater Accessible on Both Sides of the Curtain

A funny program about funny programs: The Greatest Sitcoms of All Time

Chinese New Year Celebrations in Our Community

ActonTV Hosts Holiday Party

Latinos Group enjoys dances from a variety of Latin cultures

West Acton Oktoberfest Celebrates Community Spirit and Local Businesses

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