Stirring sounds to conjure ‘Scenes’ as Acton Band launches 66th season
Musicians filled 51 Walden with a lively mix of movements while rehearsing for its October 24 concert.
Arts
Expansion for creation: Keyes Art Barn opening adds studio space
With the snip of a ceremonial ribbon, the creative space at Acton Art more than doubled in size.
Life imitating art: ‘I and You’ actors cultivate a rapport
“It’s not going to feel like a performance. … You’ll be able to see two real people really trying to connect.”
Going ‘Home’ again: New documentary spotlights folk band
The 40-minute film follows folk/rock band “The Anna & Mickey Show” as they prepare for their first studio recording.
Book it: Acton Festival of Authors returns with new features, old favorites
A new cohort of writers will host events under the stewardship of the Friends of the Acton Free Public Library.
Acton filmmaker’s work lives on through ‘Freeing Juanita’
A year after Sebastián Lasaosa Rogers’ death, his parents remain dedicated to sharing his work.
Umbrella cast, crew sinking their teeth into ‘Bat Boy’
An outsider being blamed for a community’s problems is at the heart of the production, which opens September 25.
Thoreau interpreter relies on ‘expertise, passion’ — and a flute to boot
When portraying Henry David Thoreau at Walden Pond, Brent Ranalli is ready for every type of question.
Divine inspiration: Composer uses chants to craft a hybrid music genre
Stavros First draws inspiration from his religion, his love of classical music, and sometimes a walk around town.
Acton Orchestra exploring rhythm in eclectic 2026-27 ‘Impulse’ season
“Impulse” will feature five concerts at the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden, ranging from classical to contemporary.
Rainbow replica: 3D-printed homage brings iconic Minute Man to library
Created by more than 100 community members, the 5-foot-tall statue has been a project two years in the making.
‘Cheered by Art and Nature’: Emerson exhibition draws to close
The Acton Free Public Library’s exhibition of artwork by Edward Waldo Emerson ends September 10.