North Atlantic Ballet – The Nutcracker (5)

CELEBRATE THE MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS WITH A TRIP TO THE LAND OF THE SWEETS…

Experience the wonder of The Nutcracker like never before, a modern twist on a timeless classic that brings the magic of the holidays to life in a whole new way. North Atlantic Ballet’s production marries the enchantment of the holiday season with the creativity of a Pixar masterpiece. From dazzling choreography to breathtaking visuals, every moment is designed to transport you into the magical Land of the Sweets. Our show isn’t just for kids – it’s entertainment for all ages, making it the perfect family outing this holiday season.

Artistic Director Lucy Warren-Whitman infuses her own childhood memories into the party scene, adding a touch of authenticity that will warm your heart. As the resident ballet company at The Cabot Theater in Beverly, MA, we’re proud to invite you to witness this unforgettable experience in a historic and charming setting. Join us and celebrate the holidays with a trip to the Land of the Sweets – a journey that promises to be as heartwarming as it is entertaining.

Please note: We love supporting the renovation of this historic theater we call home. There is a $4 Restoration fee included in each ticket to support the ongoing restorations.

Start Making Sense ’24

Prepare yourself for a rockin', funkin', danceable celebration of the new-wave art punk you loved from the 80's!

If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius. The musicians in this 7 piece Talking Heads Tribute take pride in faithfully recreating the music of Talking Heads’ entire career. Together they bring much of the Heads unique live show to the stage, with front man Jon Braun as a spot-on David Byrne, giving you a “once in a lifetime” experience.

Mechanics Hall - Bob Marley Comedy

BEWARE OF FRAUDULENT TICKET SELLERS It has come to our attention that fraudulent “sellers” are advertising and selling tickets to events that: 1). they claim are happening at Mechanics Hall and/or, 2). for which they are not authorized sellers.  Mechanics Hall ONLY sells tickets through our ticketing platform Purple Pass, through the www.mechanicshall.org website. Please be cautious and check your source before purchasing tickets. We suggest that you search the performer’s own website along with the Mechanics Hall website to determine the truth about an advertised event and true pricing. Always be suspicious of so-called ticket sellers offering tickets at exorbitant prices. Tickets are non transferrable. Tickets obtained from unauthorized sources may be invalid, lost, stolen or counterfeit and, if so, are void.

He lives in Maine which is the best state in the world maybe even the universe. He’s featured regularly on Sirius XM radio and he even won their Superbowl of Comedy! He has put out over 20 comedy CDs and DVDs! He was inducted into The Guinness Book of World’s Records for “the longest stand-up comedy show by an individual” at 40 hrs of straight stand-up! He’s been on over 100 tv shows including Leno, Letterman, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Craig Ferguson, and Comedy Central to name just a few. He co-starred in “Boondock Saints” I and II “All Saints Day” playing Detective Greenly. He has toured the U.S., Europe, Canada, Kuwait, and Iraq. That’s about it!

Mechanics Hall - Bob Marley Comedy (2)

BEWARE OF FRAUDULENT TICKET SELLERS It has come to our attention that fraudulent “sellers” are advertising and selling tickets to events that: 1). they claim are happening at Mechanics Hall and/or, 2). for which they are not authorized sellers.  Mechanics Hall ONLY sells tickets through our ticketing platform Purple Pass, through the www.mechanicshall.org website. Please be cautious and check your source before purchasing tickets. We suggest that you search the performer’s own website along with the Mechanics Hall website to determine the truth about an advertised event and true pricing. Always be suspicious of so-called ticket sellers offering tickets at exorbitant prices. Tickets are non transferrable. Tickets obtained from unauthorized sources may be invalid, lost, stolen or counterfeit and, if so, are void.

He lives in Maine which is the best state in the world maybe even the universe. He’s featured regularly on Sirius XM radio and he even won their Superbowl of Comedy! He has put out over 20 comedy CDs and DVDs! He was inducted into The Guinness Book of World’s Records for “the longest stand-up comedy show by an individual” at 40 hrs of straight stand-up! He’s been on over 100 tv shows including Leno, Letterman, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Craig Ferguson, and Comedy Central to name just a few. He co-starred in “Boondock Saints” I and II “All Saints Day” playing Detective Greenly. He has toured the U.S., Europe, Canada, Kuwait, and Iraq. That’s about it!

Bull Run - Matt Swanton Band

Matt Swanton: At 9 years old, Matt was inspired to pick up the guitar after going to shows at The Bull Run in his home town of Shirley, MA. He spent his teen years practicing in his bedroom, playing in high school groups, and sitting in at blues jams. He continued his musical endeavors into college, attending UMass Lowell, where he earned a degree in Sound Engineering and performed in many ensembles with his peers. After years of cutting his teeth and getting to share the stage with the likes of Mike Zito, Albert Castiglia, Papa Chubby and Ronnie Earl, he is taking to the stage with his no frills, no BS blues band.

Matt Swanton broke into the New England blues scene with the release of his debut album "The Matt Swanton Band," bringing high energy electric guitar to his debut album showcasing 7 tracks steeped in traditional blues, late 60's/early 70's psychedelic rock, and funk. The Matt Swanton Band has been playing at bars and music venues all over Massachusetts, southern New Hampshire, and Rhode Island,

The Band: Matt Swanton on guitar & vocals; Ken Edelman on bass, Dave Osoff on keys and Dan Vaccari on drums.

Zach Nugent’s Grateful Ball

Dance Show: This is a DANCE SHOW.  Standing and dancing is allowed in your seats in all seating locations but never in aisles due to fire safety regulations.

Seating Plan:  All seats in the Orchestra and Balcony are reserved.  If you purchase tickets to the SRO area, you will have access to the viewing platform at the back of the orchestra.  This section is Standing Room Only and has no tables or chairs. Only patrons with tickets for this area can access it. 

Dead Set is more than just a cover band; they are an extraordinary ensemble that brings the Grateful Deads timeless music to life with remarkable precision and passion.

Nashua Arts - Juston McKinney 2024

End the year with laughter as NH’s own, comedian Juston McKinney, brings his annual must see show to Nashua on NYE!

Juston has multiple appearances on the Tonight Show, Conan O’Brien and one-hour specials on Comedy Central. He also has two one-hour specials on Amazon Prime and his latest special “On the Bright Side” you can see for FREE on this Youtube channel. Throw in some appearances at the TD Garden for Comics Come Home, a Showtime special with Rob Gronkowski, and you can see why NH Magazine named him “Best of New Hampshire” and the New York Times called him “Destined for stardom.” Have the last laugh of 2024 with Juston as he uses multimedia to dish on his New England life and looks back at the year that was.

Bull Run - New Year's Eve 2024 with a Roomful of Blues

So why would we change a great thing? They are simply the best New Year's Eve band on the planet, and we are thrilled to bring back the guys who know how to throw a party for another fun-filled NY Eve show. If you're lookin' for the party to celebrate the coming of a new year, this is the band - and this is the place to do it.  Because no one really gets your motor running quite like Roomful of Blues!

Roomful of Blues - Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Singer DD Bastos brings her sweet and soulful vocals and adds another bright new dimension to the jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Their winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor. Along with bassist John Turner, trumpeter Chris Pratt, drummer Mike Coffey, keyboardist Jeff Ceasrine, baritone and tenor saxophonist Craig Thomas, and tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, Roomful keeps on rockin’ year after year!

Bull Run - Dueling Pianos

Dueling Pianos is back. Bring your friends and have a Ball. Dueling Pianos is a massive "to the top of your lungs" sing along with all your friends! Two grand pianos are center-stage with a team of outrageously talented pianists that seem to know every song ever written.

Each show is different because it's all request. And you or your friends might get called up onstage for a bit of good humored fun and some unforgettable u-tube moments. These shows are request oriented, interactive sing-a-longs wherein two piano players sit across from each other and trade songs. The dueling piano audience is used for the dueling aspect of the show. Audience members are pitted one-side-against-the-other. Examples of rivalries include country vs. rock, men against women, etc.

People do love to interact and have fun. The piano players act as the "Entertainment Directors," responsible for maintaining enthusiasm and maximizing laughs. Hand-picked from only the finest regional talent, they are experts on keeping audience members involved, happy and singing.

Direct From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

Dance Show: This is a DANCE SHOW.  Standing and dancing is allowed in your seats in all seating locations but never in aisles due to fire safety regulations.

“The music of ABBA” are no strangers to the incomparable sound and look of Sweden’s greatest music export with meticulous attention to costumes, make-up, musical arrangements, movements and the singing, nothing is left to chance. Adding a few of Abba’s live traits such as great solos, musical numbers and a complete live band with back-up singers, ensures an extra dimension unheard of in most similar productions.

Dance, sing along and enjoy the hits such as Dancing Queen, Chiquitita, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, The Winner Takes it All, Fernando, SOS, Take a Chance, Money Money Money, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Voulez-Vous and many more.