Calendar of Dance Performances

Ballet, Modern, and Ballroom

Jazz Concert

The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

 

On November 15, The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform their greatest hits, including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American Patrol”, “A String Of Pearls”, “Little Brown Jug”, “Pennsylvania 6-5000”, Tuxedo Junction”, and of course their theme song “Moonlight Serenade” as they continue their national tour. The 15 member orchestra, their lead singers, and vocal group will perform their catalog of big band classics just the way they would have over 80 years ago when Glenn Miller stood in front of his band. It is a show that continues to transport audiences back in time and is as nostalgic as it is exciting. Touring continuously since 1956, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is featured in over 200 concerts and dances per year. Each performance includes the timeless classics that made them famous the world over in a show that has moved audiences forgenerations. Additional space has been reserved in the rear of the theater for dancing so bring a partner and don’t forget your dancing shoes!

Event Date 11-15-2025 3:00 pm
Individual Price See Registration
Location Mechanics Hall
Categories Music, Americana, Jazz, Big Band, Jazz Concert
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert featuring 2Slick

 

The captivating sound of trombones takes center stage in this extraordinary jazz ensemble. Featuring the talents of trombonists Steve Piermarini and Wayne Branco, their repertoire showcases the timeless compositions of jazz legends JJ Johnson and Kai Winding, whose innovative trombone duets revolutionized the genre. Through their own original arrangements, the band pays homage to these iconic figures while infusing their music with a fresh and modern perspective. The band is rounded out by the pianist John Arcaro, bassist Stephan Arsenault and drummer Mark Branco.

Event Date 11-19-2025 12:00 pm
Individual Price Free Event
Location Mechanics Hall
Categories Music, Jazz, Jazz Concert, Modern Jazz
Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan

 

 The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan Tour back again, performing all of the hits from Holidays past. From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy. This show is a must-see for any true music lover.
Event Date 12-04-2025 7:30 pm
Individual Price See Registration
Location Nashua Center for the Arts
Categories Music, Klezmer, Jazz, Jazz Concert, Holiday
Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan 2025

Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan 2025

The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan Tour back again performing all of the hits from Holidays past.

From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy. This show is a must-see for any true music lover. 

The Christmas Caravan show features holiday hits and classics, selections from the Squirrel Nut Zipper’s holiday album Christmas Caravan, and the finest new and old Squirrel Nut Zippers catalog music. Inspired by 1920s jazz, klezmer and old time music, SNZ’s endlessly curious and innovative leader Jimbo Mathus has concocted a show truly unique and original. This unique blend is on full display with the Christmas Caravan show, which has increasingly grown in popularity, selling out venues throughout the United States.

Event Date 12-05-2025 7:00 pm
Individual Price See Registration
Location The Cabot
Categories Music, Jazz, Traditional, Holiday, Jazz Concert