African American history is ‘alive and vibrant’ in indoor/outdoor exhibit
“Weaving an Address” from The Umbrella Arts Center reflects on the little-known experiences of patriots of color in Acton.
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Films unravel ‘untold and undertold’ stories of local women’s experiences
Three short films about impactful women in Acton’s history will be screened at The Umbrella Arts Center on May 17.
Pianist to hit notes of freedom, courage, and love in concert
Tanya Bartevyan says her May 16 recital was inspired by “finding freedom, courage, and love in so many circles of my life.”
Flock to West Acton for some Flamingo Bingo
Flamingo Bingo is this year’s Art for All scavenger hunt, part of the annual Spring into West Acton Day event on May 17.
For ‘Wicked’ author Gregory Maguire, there’s no place like Acton
The author gained fame after retelling “The Wizard of Oz” from the Witch of the West’s perspective three decades ago.
CCHS performers bring musical ‘Shrek’ from swamp to stage
The conspicuously green seats of the CCHS auditorium are perfectly on theme for this year’s CC Theatre spring musical.
Chorus is ‘life-changing’ for people with Parkinson’s
“His speech is clearer, he sings more willingly, and we both cherish the music and the wonderful people we’ve met.”
Acton Women’s Chorus to showcase music written by and for women
The event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the historic battles of Acton and Lexington.
Players’ gritty musical satire ‘Urinetown’ opens Friday
The Tony Award-winning play is a sendup of the legal system, politics, corporate greed, and social irresponsibility.
Songwriter to pay tribute to Acton’s ‘powerful, brave’ role
If you were asked to write a song for the semiquincentennial of the Revolutionary War, what would it be?
Umbrella’s ‘Spitfire Grill’ proves there’s beauty in second chances
Brian Boruta calls it “a hidden gem” that is “rarely produced.”
‘Spring Pops!’ to feature old and new patriotic tunes
As part of Concord250 festivities, the band will perform two compositions commissioned to honor the historic events of April 19, 1775.