Entertainment - Marblehead Current

05 May

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerArt, Community Resources, Culture, Entertainment, Environment, Local News, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Devereux Beach CarnivalThursday, May 7-Sunday, May 10The annual Devereux Beach Carnival is coming, sponsored by the Marblehead High junior class. Admission is $2 (kids under 36” are free).Carnival hours are:Thursday: 6-10 p.m.Friday: 6-10 p.m.Saturday, 1-10 p.m.Sunday, 1-6 p.m.To buy tickets online visit cushingamusements.com/events. Kids have fun at a recent Devereux Beach Carnival. CURRENT PHOTO / GREY COLLINS Plant Sale - Cottage Gardeners Saturday, May 9, 8 a.m.-noon After a…

28 Apr

Read what’s new at Marblehead’s Literary Festival

Marielle SabbagArt, Entertainment, Top Stories

The Marblehead Literary Festival returns for another year to celebrate reading, writing and creating new connections. “The Literary Festival has been going on since the inception of the Marblehead Arts Festival,” said Margo Steiner, chair of the Literary Festival. “It draws enormous crowds, and I hope this year draws an even bigger crowd.” Readers came from as far away as Worcester for the Literary Festival's Literary Speed Dating event. COURTESY PHOTO Held over Independence Day weekend, the festival gathers authors, poets and readers for a…

28 Apr

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerAbbot Public Library, Art, Entertainment, Recreation, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. ‘Mamma Mia!’ at MHSFriday, May 1-Sunday, May 3Marblehead High presents the hit musical “Mamma Mia!” The show, featuring hits by ABBAm tells the story of a young woman’s search for her father. The sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. All shows performed at the Marblehead High School auditorium. Shows run through the weekend. More info and tickets at https://loom.ly/Py7aFXQ. Spring Sound BathThursday, April…

24 Apr

No need for an SOS: MHS takes a chance on ‘Mamma Mia!’

Luca TedescoArt, Culture, Entertainment, Marblehead Public Schools, Theater, Top Stories

The Marblehead High School auditorium has been transformed into the Greek island of Kalokairi ahead of the MHS Drama Club production of “Mamma Mia!” which is set for a four- show run May 1-3. “I’m very, very excited for people to see all of these elements come together,” said director Ashley Skeffington, who also teaches 11th-grade English at Marblehead High School. “Our tech crew really stepped up their game this year and our sets are really, really beautiful… I think the choreography is really next…

22 Apr

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerArt, Community Resources, Culture, Entertainment, Environment, Local History, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Live music with 5 X Fast Thursday, April 23, 7 p.m. Come rock out with local band 5X Fast, which performs a mix of indie, alternative and new wave covers. They’re playing at The Landing Restaurant. Dan Dixey at Marblehead MuseumThursday, April 23, 7 p.m. Dan Dixey returns to the Marblehead Museum for the latest in his series of popular “Marblehead Images” lectures. The event will feature historic photographs…

15 Apr

JCC’s 13th annual international Jewish film festival set to screen

Leigh BlanderArt, Entertainment, Local News

The Jewish Community Center of North Shore will host its 13th annual International Jewish Film Festival from April 23 to May 14. The festival features 10 films and five shorts inspired by Jewish history, culture and values. Marblehead’s very own Warwick Cinema will host three of the festival’s matinees and will open their café at 10 a.m. with a discounted menu to accommodate attendees. The remaining films and shorts will be shown at Cinema Salem. “I hope audiences leave the Film Festival feeling a sense…

13 Apr

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerAbbot Public Library, Art, Culture, Entertainment, Environment, Theater, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. ‘Harvey’ at Marblehead Little TheatreSunday April 19, 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. “Harvey” remains a beloved classic that prompts reflection on the value of friendship and the fine line between fantasy and reality. Ticket fees range from $25-32. Visit mltlive.com or call 781- 631-9697 with questions. Jazz Lunch for Seniors Wednesday, April 15, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and a live performance by the Insight Band at…

13 Apr

News in brief, week of April 13

Leigh BlanderCommunity Resources, Entertainment, Gaming, Health, Local News, News in brief

The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. 5 Corners input The town is embarking on making improvements to the Five Corners intersection and wants your feedback. Check out a public input mapping tool through April 30 and share your thoughts. https://loom.ly/Yt9rkqc. This part of the project is covered by a state grant. For more project information please contact Brendan Callahan, director of community development & planning at 781-631-1529 or callahanb@marbleheadma.gov. Coffin reuse The town also wants to hear your…

07 Apr

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets

Julia RocklerArt, Culture, Entertainment, Nonprofit corner, Parenting, Theater, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. New improv classes at Creative SpiritWednesday, April 8 - May 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Let your creativity shine by joining a new improvisational acting class on Wednesday evenings. No acting experience is needed, just come participate in lively theater games and creative exercises. Local artist Peyton Pugmire, who owns Creative Spirit, leads the classes at 40 South St, suite 102. For more information, visit creativespirit.com. Marblehead and the RevolutionWednesday,…

29 Mar

News in brief: Week of March 30

Leigh BlanderArt, Community Resources, Entertainment, Health, Local History, Local News, Public safety

The Current welcomes 150–200-word submissions to News in Brief. Send yours to info@marbleheadnews.org. Marblehead Police want youGo behind the badge and learn about the Marblehead Police Department from the inside. MPD is offering its eight-week course Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., starting April 23. Attendees will meet local officers, detectives and staff and learn how operations work. They’ll observe a real trial and tour the Middleton House of Corrections. The course is free. Learn more and register at marbleheadma.gov/citizen-police-academy. Epstein Hillel School awarded security grantThe state has…