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Welcome to the WOO!
Get your WOO Card to receive discounts and special offers at nearly sixty area arts and culture destinations, along with restaurants, hotels, retailers and more throughout Worcester County! Earn WOO points every time you use your WOO Card and be entered to win fantastic prizes!
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Featured Prizes:
Concert Americana
Win a pair of tickets to the Worcester Chamber Music Society's concert Americana on Saturday, April 14th at the First Unitarian Church of Worcester. Program will include music of Copland, Berger, Barber and Dvorak, along with a pre-concert conversation.
Disney on Ice  Win a Family Four Pack of Tickets to Opening Night of Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey at the DCU Center April 19th - 22nd. You'll be captivated by the music, beauty and laughter in a journey so magical, you'll never want to go home!
WOO Cards now available for sale at the Box Offices of both The Hanover Theatre and DCU Center,
at LeLimo of Shrewsbury,
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 Brown Bag finale
Dynamic jazz musician Dan Moretti will round out the Spring Brown Bag Concert Series TODAY, Wednesday, April 4th at 12 noon at Mechanics Hall, 321 Main Street, Worcester, bringing his classical to funk and Latin jazz sounds. Having performed and recorded with artists across the musical spectrum, including Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, and the Crusaders among others, this is one show you don't want to miss! Produced by Mechanics Hall and WICN Radio, the concert will be streamed live online if you can't make it in person. Concert begins at 12 noon, admission is FREE. Bring your own lunch or purchase one at the hall. Swipe your WOO Card for Double WOO points. |
 Pottery Preview
The Pottery Invitational is back at the Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road, Worcester, and here's you chance to see it first! The Center will host a Preview Exhibition Opening Reception on Thursday, April 5th from 5:30 - 8 p.m. Curated by D. Hayne Bayless and Hannah Niswonger, the Invitational features work for sale by 21 renowned and nationally recognized New England Potters. Admission for the opening is $25, all proceeds to benefit the ceramic studio. WOO Card holders can swipe for Double WOO points. |
History lessons?
Does history teach us lessons? Was George Santayana correct when he said that 'those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it?' Join the American Antiquarian Society, 185 Salisbury Street, Worcester, on Thursday, April 5th 7:30-9 p.m. to find out. AAS will host Gordon S. Wood, Alva O. Way University Professor Emeritus at Brown University and 1992 Pulitzer Prize winner, for a discussion of his most recent book, The Purposes of the Past: Reflections on the Use of History. Wood contributes regularly to The New Republic and The New York Review of Books. Admission to the discussion is FREE. WOO Card holders can swipe for Double WOO points. |
 Brew Woo 2
Worcester's 2nd Annual Craft Beer Festival Brew Woo is set to take place on Saturday, April 7th 2 - 9 p.m. in the DCU Center Convention Center, 50 Foster Street, Worcester. The festival will feature more than thirty breweries with craft beers and local brews, live music - featuring Ariband, Pete Towler, Bobby Morin, My Silent Bravery, and The Stone Clovers, a Bar-BREW-Que corner, along with traditional concessions. Discounted tickets available in advance, or regular price at the door. This is a 21+ event. WOO Card holders will receive a $5 concession voucher. |
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Silent Film Extravaganza
See the original movie A Trip to the Moon that everyone is talking about, as seen in 2012 Academy Award blockbuster Hugo, when Mechanics Hall, 321 Main Street, Worcester, hosts a silent film extravaganza, with the showing accompanied (silent film style) by renowned organist Peter Krasinski on the magnificent Worcester Hook Organ on Wednesday, April 11th noon - 1 p.m. Admission is FREE. WOO Card holders can swipe for Double WOO points. |
 Taking it to the street!
Worcester Windows Community Gallery will host an Opening Reception on Thursday, April 12th from 5-7 p.m. at The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge Street, Worcester. Worcester artist Terri Priest will open the evening with a brief talk, followed by a walking tour of the Worcester Windows Gallery footprint, encompassing Franklin, Front, Portland and Main Streets, concluding at the City Hall Gallery, 455 Main Street, Worcester, where the Worcester Alliance of Photographers will be showcasing an exhibition entitled The People of Worcester County, featuring photography work of 25 local photographers. Taking it to the Street, curated by Howard McGinn and Anne Seuthe, features works by 39 artists in painting, sculpture, drawing and photography. Admission to the opening reception is free. Get a sneak peek of the exhibition online. |
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Taking it to the Street!
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Call for Artists
Opera Worcester, Inc. offering 2 scholarships to Worcester County high school seniors or college students enrolled in accredited music school with major in voice or theatre arts. Deadline to apply is Friday, April 13, 2012. Application & further details available here.
Music Worcester, Inc. now accepting applications for its 2012 Young Artist Competition - open to all student instrumental musicians ages 12-18, residing in Worcester County. Application must be postmarked by April 15, 2012
Application & further details available here.
stART on the Street now accepting applications for artisan vendors insterested in participating in their Spring Festival, Sunday, June 3, 2012. Application & further details available here. |
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Coming Up in Culture
April 6th - The Moody Blues rock The Hanover Theatre April 13th - Worcester Arts Council 2012 Grant Reception at the Worcester Historical Museum April 14th - Preservation Worcester presents The Soft Touch Dance Band at the Beechwood Hotel April 14th - Celtic harpist Aine Minogue performs at Tower Hill Botanic Garden April 15th - Radius Ensemble featuring the music of Matt Malsky at Clark University's Traina Center for the Arts April 21st - Baroque Brilliance performed by the Salisbury Singers at Worcester's Trinity Lutheran Church April 21 - 22nd - African Violet Show: Sew in Love with Violets at Tower Hill Botanic Garden April 21-22nd - Jewlry with a RePurpose workshop at Worcester Center for Crafts April 21st - Shakespeare Recycled at Access Hanover event at The Hanover Theatre, being held in conjunction with 11th Annual Undergraduate Shakespeare Conference April 22nd - Jack Hanna's Into the Wild LIVE at The Hanover Theatre April 25th - Worcester Art Museum Adult Classes Open House at CC Lowell Art Supplies & Framing April 26th - Opening Reception at Worcester Historical Museum for 30 x 30 @ 30 exhibit April 28th - Opera Worcester hosts the National Lyric Opera of New York at The Hanover Theatre for production of Opera La Traviata April 29th - Faculty Recital featuring Priscilla Kjorlaug on piano at the Joy of Music Program April 29th - Worcester Youth Orchestras perform at the First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury May 4th - MAster Singers of Worcester's Silent Auction & Wine Tasting at the Pakachoag UCC Church of Auburn May 4th - All Saints Music Series presents Jazz for a Summer Evening with the Kallin Johnson Jazz Trio at All Saints Church May 4th - Beloved comedian Bill Cosby on stage at The Hanover Theatre Ongoing thru May 26th - Maps: Pathways to Russia exhibit at the Museum of Russian Icons Visit the Worcester Cultural Coalition's online calendar often for more information about these and many, many other cultural happenings! |
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New Play Festival
Clark University's Theatre Program is an exciting generator of new works at many levels. the 2012 New Play Festival is a great demonstration of that work - producing works by nine student playwrights (3 readings, 6 full productions) on consecutive nights, Wednesdays - Saturdays, Apil 11th - 28th from 7:30 -9:30 p.m. in Michelson Theater, 950 Main Street, Worcester. Presentations to include Absolution by Alexandra Tennant, directed by Christine Dunant; And Likewise by Hannah Yukon, directed by Danny Zeliger; Jet Boy/Jet Girl by Alex Kump, directed by Danny Balel; The Greatest Biblical Story Ever Told by Michelle Houle, directed by Chelsea Long; You Can't Live With Em, You Can't Live With Em by Shauna Noone, directed by Hannah Yukon; and Slanted & Enchanted by Thad Kelly, directed by Maria Anderson. Production and development of these works facilitated by Gino DiIorio, theatre program director, and two professional dramaturgs, Erica Nagel and Jeff Zinn. Also featuring two guest artists in residence, Padraic Lillis of New York and Alberto Lombardo of Paris, France. Admission is just $5. |
 Goodnight Worcester
Enjoy nature, painting and reading with local author Jackie Penny at Mass Audubon Broad Meadow Brook, 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester on Saturday, April 14th from 1-4 p.m. Penny's 30 page, full color book Goodnight Worcester, takes youngsters on a journey through the City of seven hills with stops along the way at some of Worcester's most beloved places and spaces! Dedicated to the author's one year old twins, Henry and Sophia, this book is a must have - and makes a great gift for the grandkids and grandparents alike! Admission is Free but pre-registration required. Sponsored by the Worcester Family Partnership. Copies of Goodnight Worcester available for purchase from the Worcester Cultural Coalition online shop. |
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Street Beat
Celebrate National Poetry Month along with the Worcester County Poetry Association at its Street Beat Poetry Thursday, on Thursday, April 12th from 7-9 p.m. at Vasa Hall, 1 Ekman Street, Worcester. Special featured poet and write will be Keith Vezeau, who has taught writing at the Worcester Art Museum and Quinsigamond Community College, as well as other endeavors as a full time archivist. Open mic precedes the feature as well as a break to enjoy homemade baked goods and coffee on the house. Admission is FREE and open to the public. Hat passed to support feature/venue. |
Concert  Americana
Don't miss the Worcester Chamber Music Society's concert Americana on Saturday, April 14th from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church, 90 Main Street, Worcester. Performance will include works by Copland, Berger, Barber and Dvorak, featuring Tracy Kraus, flute; Krista Buckland Reisner and Rohan Gregory, violins; Peter Sulski and Mark Berger, violas; David Russell, cello; and Ian Watson, piano, with guest artists William Kirkley, clarinet and Joshua Gordon, cello. Tickets available online and at the door. WOO Card holders can swipe for Double WOO points. |
 Experience the new Worcester
Joyce Kulhawik ( best known as the Emmy award winning Arts & Entertainment critic for CBS Boston) hosts a WOOphoric evening full of fun, food and festive surprises on Thursday, April 19th from 5-7 p.m. at The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge Street, Worcester! Enjoy free food, drink samples and a cash bar while previewing 2012-2013 Broadway Series coming to the theatre. Special early subscriber incentives - including WOO Cards available for just $10 - for those that renew or reserve a subscription by April 19th. Although admission is Free, tickets are required - RSVP on/before Monday, April 9th (including # to attend and your preferred mailing address) and tickets will be sent to you. RSVPs received after April 9th will have tickets held at the Box Office. WOO Card holders can swipe for Double WOO points. |
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BSO Community Concert
The Boston Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players will perform a FREE community chamber concert at Tuckerman Hall, 10 Tuckerman Street, Worcester, on Sunday, April 15th from 3-4:30 p.m. Performers will include Thomas Siders and Michael Martin, trumpet; Jason Snider, horn; Stephen Lange, trombone; and Michael Roylance, tuba. The program will include works by Shostakovich, Ewald, Berezowsky and Lutoslawski. Complimentary coffee and dessert will follow. Although admission is free, advanced reservations required. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
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 Secrets of Moscow Kremlin
In conjunction with its current exhibition Maps: Pathways to Russia, the Museum of Russian Icons, 203 Union Street, Clinton, will host traditional artist and lecturer Marina Forbes for storytelling and hands-on workshops on Saturday, April 14th from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and again on Thursday, April 19th from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Enjoy a fascinating story for the whole family then create your own unique piece of art in an interactive hands-on workshop using different painting techniques and acrylic paints on your choice of pre-designed surfaces inspired by beautiful Kremlin scenery. Great opportunity to learn about Russian history, architecture, crafts and culture! Check online for required art supplies list. WOO Card holders can swipe for WOO points. |
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Oliver!
The Worcester County Light Opera Company will present its production of Oliver! at North High School, 150 Harrington Way, Worcester, weekends beginning Friday, April 20th and running through April 29th. Bringing vividly to life Dickens' timeless characters from Oliver Twist with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more, Lionel Bart's sensational score includes Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I'd Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more. Performances at 8 p.m. on both Friday & Saturday nights, 2 p.m. on Sundays. Reserve tickets online. |
 School vacation week
Wield a sword, joust a knight, attack a castle! Adventure awaits at Higgins Armory Museum, 100 Barber Avenue, Worcester, through April School Vacation Week, Monday, April 16th - Sunday, April 22nd. From hands-on shield design workshops to exciting swordplay classes, your noble knight or valiant princess will return to school with their own tale to tell! Complete schedule of programs and activities available online.
Meanwhile at the EcoTarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester, float, fly and roll your way to a fun vacation week, as you explore how things move across air, land and water, Tuesday, April 17th - Friday, April 20th. Interactive activities and demonstrations scheduled throughout the day, culminating with the museum's annual Earth Day Festival with half priced admission for everyone on Friday, April 20th! WOO Card holders can save $2 off adult admission. (Discount not applicable for Earth Day.)
 And Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, invites you to enjoy a range of crafts and outdoor activities. Meet the baby animals (especially the lambs!), watch musket demonstrations, and visit the OSV Crafts Center, open daily throughout Saturday, April 14th - Sunday, April 22nd. The week will be filled with activities, games and demonstrations by the Village's costumed interpreters. WOO Card holders can save $5 off adult daytime admission.
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