Subject: eBuzz - December 6, 2023 Spotlight on Holidays on the Stage

Dec 6 - 12, 2023

TOP PICKS

FESTIVAL OF TABLETOP TREES + HOLIDAY FESTIVAL


WED DEC 6 - FRI DEC 8, 9AM - 5PM

SAT DEC 9, 11AM - 7PM (4PM - 7PM Holiday Festival)

Greenwich Historical Society

DARREN CRISS IN "A VERY DARREN CRISSMAS"


WED DEC 6, 7:30PM

The Ridgefield Playhouse

MARK TWAIN LIBRARY'S 51ST ART SHOW + GALLERY TALK WITH JUROR DAVID DUNLOP


THURS DEC 7, 7PM

Mark Twain Library, Redding

BREAKFAST WITH FROSTY & FRIENDS


SAT DEC 9 & SUN DEC 10, 8AM

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport

December 16, 17, & 23 too!

HANUKKAH WITH MAZEL PUPPET SHOW


Sun DEC 10, 11AM & 12PM

Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Norwalk

"WITH FRESH EYES" ANNUAL CCP MEMBERS' EXHIBITION + NOMI SILVERMAN SOLO EXHIBIT

DOUBLE RECEPTION


SUN DEC 10, 2PM

Center for Contemporary Printmaking, Norwalk

On view through February 18, 2024

CULTURAL FELLOWSHIP IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE


TUES DEC 12, 5PM

Westport Museum for History & Culture

THE ARTIST COLLECTIVE OF WESTPORT "100 BEAUTIFUL WORKS" EXHIBIT RECEPTION


TUES DEC 12, 6PM

The Barn at Westport Country Place

On view through December 17th

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

HOLIDAYS ON THE STAGE


"A CHRISTMAS CAROL"


FRI DEC 8 & SAT DEC 9, 8PM

SUN DEC 10, 2PM

Wilton Playshop

Staging a one-man adaptation of a Charles Dickens timeless holiday classic, Patrick R. Spadaccino, who both adapted the show and stars in it, plays twenty-five different roles in ninety-minutes. Directed by Scott R. Brill.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL LIVE ONE-MAN PERFORMANCE


SAT DEC 9, 2PM

Bridgeport Public Library

In 1853 Charles Dickens began public readings of his most popular work, and now he will come alive again in an abridged version of the story. 90 minutes of an animated and captivating performance not to be missed!

"TRUTH, LIGHT, & SERENITY" HOLIDAY CONCERT


SAT DEC 9, 2:30PM & 5:30PM

SUN DEC 10, 4PM

Christ Church, Greenwich

Enjoy Greenwich Choral Society's traditional Holiday Concert, "Truth, Light and Serenity," at Christ Church in Greenwich. Performances include Vivaldi's Magnificat, Mozart's Vespers, Joshua Jacobson's Mi Zeh Y'maleil and the music and carols that herald the holiday season.

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL" MUSICAL


SAT DEC 9, 3PM

Concordia Conservatory, Stamford

It's the 24th annual holiday community musical with a cast that includes several Fairfield County Conservatory students. This musical is a tuition-free community outreach program funded by private contributions from donors throughout Westchester & Fairfield counties.

INTEMPO HOLIDAY CONCERT


SAT DEC 9, 5PM

PAL Community Center, Stamford

Enjoy student ensembles and get your holiday spirit on!

A CHRISTMAS CAROL BENEFIT READING


SAT DEC 9, 5:30PM

Pequot Library, Southport

Pequot Library and Shakespeare on the Sound come together in a performance that benefits their efforts.

CONNECTICUT DANCE SCHOOL'S NUTCRACKER BALLET


SAT DEC 9, 6PM

SUN DEC 10, 1PM & 4PM

Quick Center for the Arts, Fairfield

CDS presents three full-length mainstage performances! Featuring more than 100 dancers, original choreography, elegant costumes, classic sets and Tchaikovsky's unforgettable music, the CDS Nutcracker is the perfect way for the entire family to kick off the holiday season.

MENDELSSOHN CHOIR OF CT CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS


SAT DEC 9, 7:30PM

St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Fairfield

Kick off the holiday season with MCC and welcome the new Music Director, Christopher James Hisey, to the podium, MCC is excited to share a taste of the Holidays with the community.

NEW PARADIGM THEATRE COMPANY HOLIDAY SHOW


SAT DEC 9, 8PM

SUN DEC 10, 2PM

FTC StageOne, Fairfield

New Paradigm Theatre Co.’s Holiday Show will grace StageOne at FTC in Fairfield for a holiday extravaganza showcasing Broadway and local stars.

"IN DULCI JUBILO" CHRISTMAS CONCERT


SUN DEC 10, 4PM

St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, Ridgefield

Join Camerata d’Amici for their Christmas Concert, conducted by Kristin Sponheim. This concert showcases a diverse repertoire of music, including well-known carols in familiar and new arrangements, and a range of contemporary compositions.

FAIRFIELD COUNTY CHORALE'S "FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON"


SUN DEC 10, 4PM

Norwalk Concert Hall

The Fairfield County Chorale is thrilled to announce its upcoming performance with the Fairfield County Chorale Orchestra and distinguished soloists. Featuring selected cantatas from Bach’s Baroque masterpiece, Christmas Oratorio. Be immersed in the joyful spirit of the holiday season under the baton of esteemed conductor, Maestro David Rosenmeyer.

MUSIC AT THE MANSION WITH CASSATT STRING QUARTET


SUN DEC 10, 4PM

Lounsbury House, Ridgefield

An exciting arts and cultural collaboration between Lounsbury House and the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, this program includes pieces by Beethoven, Fanny Mendelssohn, and a piece written for the Quartet by Victoria Bond. A pre-concert mingle with wine and hors d'oeuvres begins at 4:00 PM with the concert beginning at 4:45 PM.

DON'T FORGET...

WHOSE BARN IS IT ANYWAY?


FRI DEC 8 & SAT DEC 9, 8PM

Ridgefield Theater Barn


MoCA ARTISAN MARKETPLACE


SAT DEC 9, 12-4PM

MoCA Westport


"FAMILY DAY: SHAKE IT UP"


SAT DEC 9, 12:30PM & 2:30PM

Fairfield University Art Museum

Bellarmine Hall Galleries

 

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