Theater

Curtain up on chaos: Marblehead actress Falk brings farce and mystery to life
08 May

Curtain up on chaos: Marblehead actress Falk brings farce and mystery to life

Marielle SabbagArt, Entertainment, Theater, Top Stories
Marblehead actress Nora Falk is preparing for her latest performance — as Rita in the North Shore debut of the play “The Chesapeake Chicks,” a farcical murder mystery.  Originally from Vienna, Austria, Falk has always enjoyed performing, especially singing. She sang in her high school choir, a punk/blues band and as a general music and ESL teacher for middle schoolers. She didn’t start acting until moving to the United States in 2001. Falk has been in several productions, including Marblehead Little Theatre’s “The Sound of…
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No need for an SOS: MHS takes a chance on ‘Mamma Mia!’
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…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up
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…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets
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,…
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‘A Few Good Men’ underscores that the law applies to everyone
02 Mar

‘A Few Good Men’ underscores that the law applies to everyone

Submitted ContentArt, Local News, Press releases, Theater
By Lisa Fama, MLT board member and co-producer of "A Few Good Men" Directed by Billy Lewand, “A Few Good Men” opens Friday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. at MarbleheadLittle Theatre. Aaron Sorkin’s groundbreaking debut tells the story of a group of military lawyers assigned to defend two Marines in Guantanamo Bay. During the course of the trial, they uncover a high-level conspiracy designed to eliminate weaker soldiers in the name of patriotism. Many know this story by way of the 1992 Rob Reiner film but…
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From setback to spotlight: Students turn loss into powerful festival performance
19 Feb

From setback to spotlight: Students turn loss into powerful festival performance

Leigh BlanderArt, Entertainment, Marblehead Public Schools, Theater, Top Stories
After losing the rights to their Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild DramaFest play just weeks before competition, Marblehead High School’s theater students regrouped, rewrote and refocused — transforming an unexpected setback into a deeply personal production.  Niko King-Mahan, playing Holly, delivers a powerful soliloquy at the end of “The Mender.” CURRENT PHOTOS / LEIGH BLANDER Director and MHS English teacher Ashley Skeffington had written a 10-minute play, “The Mender,” five years ago for a festival but never developed it further. “Back then, it was just two…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets
13 Jan

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets

Leigh BlanderArt, Culture, Entertainment, Environment, Theater, Top Stories
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org. Festival logo reveal partyTuesday, Jan. 20, 6 p.m.The 2026 Marblehead Festival of Arts season kicks off with its annual logo reveal party at The Landing Restaurant. Celebrate by reserving dinner at 6 p.m. Guests should note they are attending the MFoA Logo Reveal Party when booking online or by calling 781-639-1266.Fifteen percent of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to the Marblehead Festival…
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MHS STAR: MHS theater technical director retires after decades of productions, mentoring
19 Nov

MHS STAR: MHS theater technical director retires after decades of productions, mentoring

Leigh BlanderLocal News, Theater
Greg Dana’s connection to Marblehead High School theater stretches back to 1965, when, as a shy freshman, he was talked into auditioning for “Little Mary Sunshine.” He landed the role of a forest ranger — and never really left. Greg Dana has retired as MHS theater technical director. He’s been involved with the theater for more than 60 years. COURTESY PHOTO Aside from college and a two-year stint in the military, Dana remained a fixture in Marblehead theater for more than 60 years, working with…
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HOLIDAY DANCE: MHS sophomore takes dancing skills to Boston for ‘Urban Nutcracker’
18 Nov

HOLIDAY DANCE: MHS sophomore takes dancing skills to Boston for ‘Urban Nutcracker’

Saoirse StallingsLocal News, Press releases, Theater
Marblehead High School sophomore Gordon Andrews will perform in the “Urban Nutcracker” at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre in December. COURTESY PHOTO Marblehead High School sophomore Gordon Andrews is heading to Boston this holiday season to dance in the opening hip-hop sequence of Anthony Williams’ “Urban Nutcracker” at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre. This year marks the production’s 25th season. Andrews has spent more than a decade training at local studios, including Kids in Motion at the JCC, Marblehead Dance Company and Phunk Phenomenon in…
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BROADWAY BOUND: North Shore Children’s Theater celebrates 15th year; looks for permanent home
12 Nov

BROADWAY BOUND: North Shore Children’s Theater celebrates 15th year; looks for permanent home

Leigh BlanderArt, Entertainment, Theater, Top Stories
Cameron Ridgely, 9, may be a kid, but he has big dreams. Ridgely, of Marblehead, has performed in 19 — that’s right, 19 — productions with North Shore Children’s Theater. Cameron Ridgeley, Ayla Fox and Victoria Tran sit on the stage at the Veterans School while their fellow actors rehearse with the North Shore Children’s Theater. COURTESY PHOTOS / KIM PIVER Right now, he’s rehearsing for his roles as Zeke and a flying monkey in “The Wizard of Oz.”  “I like singing and dancing and…
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