One Acts – 21st Annual New Works Festival

MA

The Firehouse is committed to the development of new work. Over the past 20 years, more than 250 have been performed on our stage first-through our annual Firehouse New Works Festival.

Once Upon A Midnight NEARY – Second Act Readers Theater

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

The Firehouse’s arts education program, Second Act Readers’ Theater, is show biz without the stress! Individuals perform while comfortably seated and there is no memorization required. We welcome individuals 55 and older, regardless of experience, to participate in the magic of theater. Second Act Readers' Theater is generously funded in part by The Friendship Foundation.

JACK NEARY 's plays have been produced all over the United States, in Canada, in Paris and, most recently, Saudi Arabia. He is cofounder of New Century Theatre at Smith College, and the Greater Lowell (MA) Music Theatre.

Oscars Night 2023

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

Join us for a glamorous evening and the opportunity to watch the Academy Awards in style.

Junie B. Jones – The Musical

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, doesn't want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher, Mr. Scary, thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal," and first grade has never been more exciting.

Junie B. Jones – The Musical

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, doesn't want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher, Mr. Scary, thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal," and first grade has never been more exciting.

Junie B. Jones – The Musical

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, doesn't want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher, Mr. Scary, thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal," and first grade has never been more exciting.

Fran Dalton Remembered

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

Come join us for a slide presentation of a selection of Fran Dalton's Photographs and "Stories to Share" with Anna Smulowitz and Friends.

Women In Music

Firehouse Center for the Arts Market Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

A concert featuring Broadway's Allison Case and celebrating some of the most inspiring female voices: Etta James, Brandi Carlile, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Stevie Nicks, Natalie Cole, Olivia Rodrigo and more!

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