Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite contains some of the most beloved and familiar melodies in the Western world. Mr Sun (Darol Anger, fiddle; Joe K. Walsh, mandolin; Grant Gordy, guitar; and Aidan O’Donnell, bass) has seized upon the inspiration of Duke Ellington’s brilliant, sly, & urbane re-interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Suite as an opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band, a musical form which contains myriad styles and is presently engaged in a marathon upheaval of innovation and expansion.
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Mr Sun Plays Ellington’s Nutcracker
12-07-2025 7:00 pm
Tickets from $49
Mr Sun performs a new interpretation of Ellington's legendary Nutcracker Suite!
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite contains some of the most beloved and familiar melodies in the Western world. Mr Sun (Darol Anger, fiddle; Joe K. Walsh, mandolin; Grant Gordy, guitar; and Aidan O’Donnell, bass) has seized upon the inspiration of Duke Ellington’s brilliant, sly, & urbane re-interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Suite as an opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band, a musical form which contains myriad styles and is presently engaged in a marathon upheaval of innovation and expansion.
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert: Holiday Performance
12-10-2025 12:00 pm
Free Event
Artist: To Be Announced
Our annual holiday Brown Bag concert – more information coming soon!
The Brown Bag Concert Series, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. All concerts are free, open to the public, and subject to change.
Take 6: Spread Love at Christmas
12-10-2025 8:00 pm
Tickets from $69
A night of signature and holiday songs celebrating the love of family and friends and the message of Christmas - joy, peace and love!
Along with the Take 6 songs you know and love, the group will perform some of their trademark Christmas songs - from their version of The Grinch to Dance of the Sugarplum (their unique take of Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy) - as well as all-time favorites including The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, It Came Upon A Midnight Clear, White Christmas, We Wish You a Merry Christmas and many more!
Mechanics Hall presents Club 321 with Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson
12-11-2025 7:00 pm
$20
Artist: Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson
Michelle Willson is known as Evil Gal to blues lovers around the globe. “It is impossible not to be moved by this performer…with her lush, sultry & robust voice, Willson can get a rise out of a stone statue”–MSN music – all music guide.
She’s known as Queen of the Vibe Tribe to listeners of Morning Vibe Time, her radio show on NPR affiliate station 90.5 WICN in Worcester, who also have their own nickname –Tribe-arinos! Michelle has recorded and released 4 award winning albums for Rounder Records, as well as a live recording at Scullers Jazz Club. She’s performed on many other artist’s recordings, such as blues legends Duke Robillard, Anthony Geraci and Porky Cohen. She sang with Dr. John at The Wilbur Theatre in Boston and has toured around the globe, most recently from performances in Switzerland.