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Scenes: The Billy Joel Experience
2026-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Scenes
The Billy Joel Experience
Tickets starting at $30
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Formerly known as Cold Spring Harbor, Scenes – A Billy Joel experience, has been performing throughout New England and beyond since 2013. Their mission from the beginning was never to play impersonator, but instead celebrate and recreate the music of Billy Joel to the highest and most authentic standard, bringing people the $400 Billy Joel concert experience, for a reasonable price that all fans can afford! Their 10+ year journey has led them to some amazing venues and events, most notably Touch of Texas in Binghamton, NY, and the Newburyport Yankee Homecoming celebration playing to more than 3500 people. From specific piano sounds that Billy uses himself, to the Billy Joel classic Ray Ban sunglasses, this show is not to be missed!

The Music of Mancini
2026-04-04 18:00 - 20:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Music of Mancini
Tickets starting at $53
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Join us for “Music of Mancini,” a captivating show celebrating the extraordinary compositions of Henry Mancini. This spectacular tribute takes you on a musical journey, starting from Mancini’s early days with the Glenn Miller Orchestra to the timeless melodies from classics like “Peter Gunn,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” and “The Pink Panther.” A concise narration offers fascinating insights into Mancini’s illustrious career, from his humble beginnings in Pittsburgh to his rise in Hollywood. Experience the thrill of hearing iconic pieces like “The Pink Panther Theme,” “Moon River,” and “Charade.” Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Mancini’s legacy and his indelible impact on music. Embark on a memorable journey with “Music of Mancini” and experience the enchantment of timeless melodies that captivate audiences around the globe.

A Brit of Magic
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts Presents…
A Brit of Magic
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A Brit Of Magic is a hilarious show presented by World Champion Magician Keith Fields and the effervescent, shoe loving, Lady Sarah. They slip seamlessly between comedy routines, illusions, and wonderful British banter. Come expecting to leave with a big smile on your face.
Keith Fields and Lady Sarah will have you rolling in the aisles with their quick wit and then gasping with amazement at their incredible illusions. This is so much more than a magic show and so much more than a comedy show – it is a high energy rollercoaster ride of fun and excitement from beginning to end.

‘Delightfully wacky… bordering on the manic’ Edinburgh Festival News
‘His act came across so well because of the strength of his constant comedy patter and his ability to make use of whatever opportunities for comic banter the audience gives him… See him for the way he handles an audience, he’s fast and sharp’ Malcolm Hay, Time Out
‘Different dramatic and very funny’ The Magic Circle Magazine
‘He takes magic tricks and sprinkles them with something special, sparkling personality and sharp gags… Fields knows which buttons to hit!’
Drew McAdam, Evening News
‘An original with an engaging and confident style’
The Stage and Television Today
‘Fields had the audience eating out of his hand… He is a true entertainer; his stage act is visual and his enthusiasm is infectious’
Chortle Comedy Review

Bob Wolfman
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Bob Wolfman
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Tickets starting at $27
One of New England’s most acclaimed guitarists, Bob Wolfman has performed and recorded with many of the biggest names in jazz and blues: Chick Corea, Grover Washington Jr., Larry Coryell, James Montgomery, Robben Ford, Sonny Landreth, Mark Egan, and many, many more. A soulful and virtuosic player, The Boston Globe named him “Simply one of the best guitarists in the U.S. today!”

“Simply one of the best guitarists in the U.S. today!” ~ BOSTON GLOBE

Firehouse Film Series: Sing 2 Sing-A-Long
2026-04-12 16:00 - 18:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Sing 2 Sing-A-Long
A Firehouse Film Series Special
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Come dressed as your favorite characters and rock out to the music of SING 2. Let your voice take center stage as you sing out your favorite classics from this movie perfect for families of all sizes. The Firehouse Film Series is a pay what you can program encouraging families and audiences of all ages to enjoy the arts in our incredible Arakelian Theater located in the heart of downtown Newburyport. Grab your tickets today for a magical time!

Real. Life. Stories. 4
2026-04-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-19 14:00 - 16:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts and Silver Theater present…
Real. Life. Stories. 4
Adults | $20
Students & Seniors | $18
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“Five plays in ninety minutes about what it means to be human.”

The Kingston Trio
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:30
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
The Kingston Trio
Tickets starting at $65
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Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music all over again. In celebration of 60-plus years of music, the iconic folk group performs their best-loved songs as part of the ‘Keep The Music Playing’ national tour.
All three current members, Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Paul Robinson, have intrinsic links to the original group: Mike is the “adopted son” of founding member Nick Reynolds, who was also his musical mentor; Tim, a friend of John Stewart since he was in his early twenties, is one of the few musicians outside the Trio who has recorded with Nick Reynolds; and Paul Robinson, who first picked up the guitar at the age of ten after hearing a Kingston Trio record, and has had a rich historical connection to them for most of his life.

Almost Almost Famous
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-02 14:30 - 16:30
Acting Out Presents…
Almost Almost Famous
a life on the verge of the verge
Adults | $30
Students & Seniors | $25
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Written by and Featuring JACK NEARY
Music Director JON ABRAMS

A number of years ago, JACK NEARY set aside his career as an actor and singer to go to work as a director, producer and… playwright. Since that time, he has written over 30 full length plays, many shorter plays and countless scripts for kids and families. His writing has found stages all over North America, in Europe and even Australia. His plays are available through all the major play publishing companies. Tonight, he risks life and limb and returns to the stage, attempting to pick up where he left off before he started typing all those plays.

JON ABRAMS is a Lowell-based pianist, music educator, and performer who maintains a vibrant and multifaceted musical career. By day, he serves as a music teacher in the Lowell area, where he directs band and chorus and works to cultivate creativity and confidence in young musicians. He is also the Music Director at Messiah Lutheran Church in Amherst, NH.

In addition to his work in education, Jon performs regularly throughout New England as a pianist and music director for wedding and event bands, theater productions, and dueling piano shows. His repertoire spans classical, jazz, Broadway, classic rock, and the Great American Songbook, with a particular love for the music of Billy Joel and Elton John.

ALMOST ALMOST FAMOUS, a life on the verge of the verge, will combine stories and songs designed to keep you on the edge of your seat. That means you’ll either be entranced and intrigued by the show, or it’ll make it much easier for you to stand up if you want to leave early. It’s a win-win!

PHOTO: Jack Neary as “Professor Plum,” VCR CLUE and CLUE, MURDER IN DISGUISE

Firehouse Kentucky Derby Party
2026-05-02 17:00 - 21:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Firehouse Kentucky Derby Party
Tickets starting at $95
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We are excited to announce our 2026 Kentucky Derby Party to raise funds to support our local arts. Wear your best Derby attire and join us for an evening of throroughbred racing, music, food, friends as well as a live auction! This is an event you are not going to want to miss!

Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 5-9PM
Nicholson Hall
7 Harris Street Newburyport, MA 01950

Hollywoodland
2026-05-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-03 18:00 - 20:00
Acting Out Presents…
Hollywoodland
Adults | $22
Students & Seniors | $18
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In keeping with Acting Out Productions’ tradition of creating family shows written by Jack Neary for the ENTIRE family, we bring you HOLLYWOODLAND!
The show takes place in Fairy Tale Land, where many famous and crazy fictional characters reside. (Yes, they’re fictional, but they have to reside SOMEWHERE, don’t they? Come on!) Our story takes place when famed Hollywood producer Sid Selznick comes to Fairy Tale Land along with BIG STARS Ariana and Ryan to make his next blockbuster movie, a horror picture, entitled SILENCE OF THE LITTLE LAMBS!
The excitement is palpable as all your favorite characters—Cinderella, Goldilocks, Snow White, Rumpelstiltskin, the Queen of Hearts, and many, many others—vie for parts in the movie. When the Wicked Witch is banished from the set for being her nasty self, however, she will have none of it and she plots her revenge. That’s when the REAL fun begins!
Loaded with action and the kind of humor you’ve grown to expect from Jack and Acting Out, HOLLYWOODLAND is designed to grab your attention and funny bone from start to finish!

The Nightflies - Music of Steely Dan
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
The Nightflies
Music of Steely Dan
Tickets starting at $22
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What began as an informal get-together of 10 talented musicians for the love and challenge of playing the intricate arrangements of Donald Fagen, Walter Becker, of Steely Dan, became a high energy, danceable party of music by Steely Dan.
Their name is a tip-of-the-hat to the 1982 standard-bearer Donald Fagen solo album, The Nightfly. They perform an ambitious medley of those recognizable, danceable, foot tapping, 70’s-80’s radio hits, plus a few Becker/Fagen’s deep cuts.

Band members include:
Lori Zuroff – lead vocals
Marcia J. Macres – lead vocals
Tess Ferraiolo – lead vocals
Barry Silverman – keyboards/vocals
Gary Jenkins – bass/vocals
Paul Greenspan – guitars
Mickey Roache – guitars
Bob Adams – saxophone
Mark Seibel – saxophone
Jon Golden ~ drums/percussion

Things Get Ugly
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Things Get Ugly
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Written by Doug Brendel
Directed by Lydia Charlotte Brendel
“Sparkling with Noel Coward-style wit!”
Two actors, newly married — starring together in a stage show — get into costume and makeup. One’s role is beautiful, the other plays a troll — and the transformation happens before your eyes. But the couple’s clever banter reveals trouble under the surface … and oops! Out slips a whopper of a secret!
NOTE: The real-life actors will SWAP ROLES with every performance: Justin Demers plays “Lee,” Tara Johns plays “Alex,” on May. 13, 15, 16 (7pm) … Justin plays “Alex” and Tara plays “Lee” on May. 14, 16 (matinee), 17.

KPop Demon Hunters Dance Party & Sing A Long
2026-05-23 15:00 - 16:30
The Shore House presents…
KPop Demon Hunters Dance Party & Sing A Long
Tickets starting at $46.50*
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The kids party the whole family gets obsessed with. The K Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party and Sing-Along Experience, presented by Shore House Presents, is a high-energy, family-friendly K-Pop dance party inspired by the movie and made for kids and parents who love a real party.
We play the biggest hits from the movie, then turn up the energy with a dance floor that gets the whole family moving. With a live DJ, on-screen lyrics, crowd participation, and a concert-style atmosphere, this is not a sit-down kids show — it is an immersive party experience built for families to enjoy together.
It is fun, upbeat, age-appropriate, and packed with the kind of energy that makes kids feel like they are part of the action while parents end up dancing right alongside them.

All ages are welcome. Movie fans will thrive.
Costumes, fan gear, and dance moves encouraged.

K-POP Takedown: Demon Hunters x KATSEYE – A Party for Kids & Preteens
2026-05-23 19:00 - 20:30
The Shore House Presents…
K-POP Takedown: Demon Hunters x KATSEYE – A Party for Kids & Preteens
Tickets starting at $46.15*
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K-POP TAKEDOWN: DEMON HUNTERS x KATSEYE – A PARTY FOR KIDS & PRETEENS is the edgier spin-off of our hit touring dance party — made for older kids, tweens, and families who want big energy, loud sing-alongs, and a dance floor that stays full from start to finish. With a live DJ, hype MC, K-pop dancers, and a concert-style party atmosphere, this is not your average kids event. It’s a high-energy experience inspired by Demon Hunters and KATSEYE, built for the cool kids and the parents who end up joining in too.

Comedy Night feat. Jimmy Cash
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Jimmy Cash
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Jimmy Cash is a Boston-based comedian who began performing in 2016 to stay grounded from the glory of his day job as an elementary school janitor. On stage, Jimmy draws from a wide range of life experiences including his last 20 years as a janitor, being a dad, and his long-term sobriety. In addition to being an in- demand national headliner, he has worked alongside comedy stars including Shane Gillis, Bill Burr, Joe Dombrowski, Lenny Clarke, Robert Kelly, and was comedian Bob Marley’s dedicated opener for several years.

Roomful of Blues
2026-05-31 19:30 - 21:30
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents…
Roomful of Blues
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“Brawny shuﬄes, swinging horns, searing guitar, passionate vocals and balls-to-the-wall enthusiasm” –Living Blues
“High-voltage swingin’ jump blues and R&B” –USA Today
“Jubilant, jazzy R&B…boisterous, horn-propelled magnificence…infectiously joyous spirit” –Blues Music Magazine
Roomful of Blues, the world-renowned, horn-powered, houserocking blues band, has been delighting audiences for over 55 years. Blues Music Magazine calls them “the best little big band in the blues.” On record and on stage, Roomful of Blues—led by master guitarist Chris Vachon for the past 25 years—continues to deliver its bone-shaking mix of original songs and carefully chosen covers ranging from jump, swing and proto rock ‘n’ roll to funky, contemporary blues. Their impeccable musicianship and larger-than-life vocals have earned Roomful of Blues five GRAMMY Award nominations and a slew of other accolades, including seven Blues Music Awards. Twice, the prestigious DownBeat International Critics’ Poll has selected them as Best Blues Band.
With a non-stop performance schedule for over 55 years, Roomful of Blues has earned critical, popular and radio success and a legion of fans around the globe. Roomful of Blues guitarist and bandleader Chris Vachon first joined in 1990 and has been leading the band since 1998. Guitar Player says Vachon’s guitar playing “burns with explosive solos and a delightfully greasy sense of rhythm.” The band has maintained its signature sound through great musicianship and a stellar horn section—featuring tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, who first joined the band in 1970. Lataille’s masterful playing can evoke either the fat-toned, honking sax of the glory days of early rock or the cool elegance of big band swing jazz.
Along with Vachon and Lataille, Roomful of Blues now includes new lead vocalist D.D. Bastos, new keyboardist Jeﬀ Ceasrine, baritone and tenor saxophonist Craig Thomas, trumpeter Christopher Pratt, bassist Lou Bocciarelli and drummer Mike Coﬀey. The band has never sounded fresher or stronger, with Bastos bringing her sweet and soulful vocals and adding another bright new dimension to Roomful of Blues’ 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.

D.D. Bastos – Vocals:
D.D. is no stranger to the stage, and music has always been her passion. She began singing in church at the age of 5. She earned second chair in the All-Eastern Honors Ensemble representing Massachusetts which garnered her a college scholarship. After college, D.D. began performing with local groups throughout New England, which led to the inception of her band, D.D. & The Road Kings. Her work brought her into the fraternity that included Roomful of Blues, Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, The Broadcasters and the dozens of splinter groups who have branched oﬀ — shaping many other New England blues bands. D.D. is also a Choral Director in the New Bedford, MA public school system, with over 20 years as a private music teacher. Her love of singing is what fuels her soulful and powerful performances.
Chris Vachon – Guitar:
Chris is a true multi-talent. His prowess as a guitar slinger is well documented, and his strengths as a producer and songwriter grow from album to album. He produced Roomful Of Blues’ nine most recent albums, after co-producing all of Roomful’s other releases recorded in the 1990s. Chris’s songs— such as Turn It On! Turn It Up!, Running Out of Time She’ll Be So Fine, Blue, Blue World, Dynamite and Keep on Rockin’ have become firm favorites in AAA and blues radio formats, bringing many new fans into the Roomful fold.
Lou Bocciarelli,- Bassist
Lou is known for his swinging bass lines and deep groove. A versatile musician, he enjoys performing in multiple genres including jazz, blues, swing, trad jazz, country, and original singer-songwriter projects. A Connecticut resident, Lou is a longtime member of the Al Copley Group, the Hartford Jazz Orchestra, and the Sean Nelson Jazz Orchestra. Lou has appeared on numerous recordings and performs regularly throughout New England, along with tours in Europe.
Jeﬀ Ceasrine – Piano/Organ:
Originally from New York, Jeﬀ is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed throughout the New England area on keyboards, rhythm guitar, percussion, and background vocals for over 25 years. He has worked with several long-standing blues, jazz and swing acts in Rhode Island and has played many gigs with various bands throughout the region. A frequent guest and on-call keyboard player with Roomful of Blues since 2008 (appearing on their recent In a Roomful of Blues album), Jeﬀ is a master of many diﬀerent blues stylings. His influences include Pinetop Perkins, Duke Ellington, Fats Waller, Lonnie Smith, Otis Spann and Jimmy Smith.
Mike Coﬀey – Drums:
From Newport, Rhode Island, Mike Coﬀey has spent 20 years performing with the US Navy band. Upon retirement, he played with local blues artist Chris Stoval Brown and other well-known musicians in the Boston area. As part of a weekly jazz series, he has performed with Mike Renzi and Grey Sargent — both members of Tony Bennett’s band — as well as other renowned jazz artists, and has studied with famed drum instructors Alan Dawson and Gary Chaﬀee. He also performs with the 1950s doo-wop group, The Diamonds, when they play in New England. Known for his versatility and ability toenhance any group he performs with, Coﬀey has become a welcome new member of Roomful of Blues.
Rich Lataille – Tenor and Alto Sax:
Rich joined Roomful in 1970 and was there at the beginning of what has become the most legendary horn section in contemporary blues. It was Rich’s interest in the swinging bands of the ’30s and ’40s that led Roomful to forge the distinctive sound that has become the band’s trademark. A man who can play both sides of the fence — lyrically tender or blisteringly hot – Rich has a big, warm tone that is always jam-packed with feeling. His melodic inventiveness reflects the depth and breadth of his wide-ranging influences. Rich worked with various local and high-school bands before beginning his long-term relationship with Roomful.
Craig Thomas – Baritone and Tenor Sax:
Craig was born in Washington, DC and grew up in Maryland. At a young age Craig heard an early rock ‘n’ roll instrumental, Wild Weekend, by the Rockin’ Rebels. This inspired him to take up the saxophone. He moved to LA in his early 20s and played with the likes of Jim Messina of Loggins & Messina, Les McCann, Aretha Franklin, the Stylistics, Freda Payne, Jermaine Jackson, and the R&B Bombers, among many others. “Craig’s rich musical background is a welcome asset to the Roomful of Blues horn section,” notes Vachon.
Christopher Pratt – Trumpet:
Chris is a native of Rhode Island and has performed throughout the New England area with various local and national acts for over forty years. Chris recently retired as a music teacher of 37 years from Warwick, Rhode Island and continues to actively teach music at Roger Williams University. Chris’s pure melodic style, infectious energy, and love of the blues can be heard every time Roomful of Blues takes the stage.
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People Like That
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-12 19:30 - 21:30
The Actors Studio of Newburyport presents…
People Like that
Adults | $30
Senior | $25
Students | $20
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People Like That — a story about love, identity, and the courage to live authentically. Through the journey of two young women discovering who they are and who they love, the musical explores what it means to be seen, understood, and accepted. While it is their story, it is also all of ours. Each of us has judged or been judged, misunderstood, or made to feel like “people like that” at some point in our lives. In a time when many feel divided, theatre remains one place where hearts open and conversations begin. Stories like this matter. Visibility matters. Love matters. People Like That features beautiful music, much good humor, and easily relatable characters.
