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Saturday, December 1
La Clemenza di Tito (Mozart)
Mozart’s final Italian opera, La Clemenza di Tito, features a charismatic cast conducted by Baroque specialist Harry Bicket and led by Giuseppe Filianoti as the title character, a Roman emperor.
Wuthering Heights
Andrea Arnold’s (Wasp, Fish Tank) Wuthering Heights is an excitingly fresh and distinct take on the classic novel by Emily Brontë.
Hello I Must Be Going
Selected as the opening night film for Sundance 2012, Hello I Must Be Going features acclaimed actress Melanie Lynskey as Amy, a recent divorcée who seeks refuge in the suburban Connecticut home of her parents. Demoralized and uncertain of her future, Amy begins an affair with a 19-year-old actor that jumpstarts her passion for life.
Sunday, December 2
Natalie MacMaster: Christmas in Cape Breton
An electrifying performer thrilling audiences from Carnegie Hall to Prairie Home Companion to The Music Hall, this Cape Breton Island fiddler weaves her skill, passion, and incredible musicianship to produce performances filled with foot-tapping rave-ups, heart-wrenching ballads, world-class step dancing, and fiddling fireworks.
Hello I Must Be Going
Selected as the opening night film for Sundance 2012, Hello I Must Be Going features acclaimed actress Melanie Lynskey as Amy, a recent divorcée who seeks refuge in the suburban Connecticut home of her parents. Demoralized and uncertain of her future, Amy begins an affair with a 19-year-old actor that jumpstarts her passion for life.
Monday, December 3
Historical Tour
Taking visitors behind the scenes and through the restorations, renovations and history of the celebrated 1878 theater.
Tuesday, December 4
Wuthering Heights
Andrea Arnold’s (Wasp, Fish Tank) Wuthering Heights is an excitingly fresh and distinct take on the classic novel by Emily Brontë.
Friends of Mt. Washington Avalanche Center presents: Meet the Snow Rangers
Come meet the Mount Washington Snow Rangers, learn what they do and why they need our support. The Mt Washington Avalanche Center (the only one east of the Rockies) is part of the US Forest Service and dependent on federal funding. Due to the political economic realities, they are experiencing a 15% reduction in funding.
Wednesday, December 5
Hello I Must Be Going
Selected as the opening night film for Sundance 2012, Hello I Must Be Going features acclaimed actress Melanie Lynskey as Amy, a recent divorcée who seeks refuge in the suburban Connecticut home of her parents. Demoralized and uncertain of her future, Amy begins an affair with a 19-year-old actor that jumpstarts her passion for life.
Patrick Dorow Productions presents: Home for the Holidays
Join the cast of “Home for the Holidays” as they transport you to their holiday party where they will harmonize and pay homage to some of your traditional holiday favorites.
Thursday, December 6
Hello I Must Be Going
Selected as the opening night film for Sundance 2012, Hello I Must Be Going features acclaimed actress Melanie Lynskey as Amy, a recent divorcée who seeks refuge in the suburban Connecticut home of her parents. Demoralized and uncertain of her future, Amy begins an affair with a 19-year-old actor that jumpstarts her passion for life.
Deepak Chopra
Innovation and Leadership Forum and Writers on a New England Stage present Bestselling author and physician Deepak Chopra will discuss his latest work, SUPER BRAIN: Unleashing the Explosive Power of Your Mind to Maximize Health, Happiness and Spiritual Well-Being, co-authored by Harvard Medical School Professor Rudolph E. Tanzi, one of the foremost experts on the brain.
Friday, December 7
Chasing Ice
In Chasing Ice, James Balog deploys revolutionary time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world’s changing glaciers. His hauntingly beautiful videos compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breathtaking rate.
Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) (SOLD OUT)
From Dickens’ London to Whoville to Bedford Falls and the Island of Misfit Toys - a wickedly funny mash up to kick-off the holiday season.
Saturday, December 8
Un Ballo in Maschera (Verdi)
Verdi’s vivid drama of jealousy and vengeance will be seen in a new production by acclaimed opera director David Alden, returning to the Met for the first time in more than 20 years.
Chasing Ice
In Chasing Ice, James Balog deploys revolutionary time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world’s changing glaciers. His hauntingly beautiful videos compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breathtaking rate.
Sunday, December 9
Yogawoman
From the busy streets of Manhattan to the dusty slums of Kenya, from the golden beaches of Australia, Yogawoman uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever.
Tuesday, December 11
Yogawoman
From the busy streets of Manhattan to the dusty slums of Kenya, from the golden beaches of Australia, Yogawoman uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever.
Wednesday, December 12
Yogawoman
From the busy streets of Manhattan to the dusty slums of Kenya, from the golden beaches of Australia, Yogawoman uncovers a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever.
Friday, December 14
An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker
Now heralded as Portsmouth’s Nutcracker, “An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker” will appear in its 25th season at The Historic Music Hall on December 14-16, 2012. This favorite family holiday past time has been enhanced for the 2012 production and Seacoast audiences will be enchanted like never before by the story of young Clara Goodwin and her heroic Nutcracker Prince.
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Saturday, December 15
An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker
Now heralded as Portsmouth’s Nutcracker, “An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker” will appear in its 25th season at The Historic Music Hall on December 14-16, 2012. This favorite family holiday past time has been enhanced for the 2012 production and Seacoast audiences will be enchanted like never before by the story of young Clara Goodwin and her heroic Nutcracker Prince.
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Sunday, December 16
An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker
Now heralded as Portsmouth’s Nutcracker, “An 1836 Portsmouth Nutcracker” will appear in its 25th season at The Historic Music Hall on December 14-16, 2012. This favorite family holiday past time has been enhanced for the 2012 production and Seacoast audiences will be enchanted like never before by the story of young Clara Goodwin and her heroic Nutcracker Prince.
The Ragpicker's Dream 2012
A production by Kent Stephens’ Stage Force. Get in the spirit of the season with this holiday celebration of stories, laughter, poetry, and song - featuring new material and old favorites from a wide array of both classic and contemporary sources. Audiences will love the intimate feeling of this readers’ theatre.
Monday, December 17
Historical Tour
Taking visitors behind the scenes and through the restorations, renovations and history of the celebrated 1878 theater.
The Ragpicker's Dream 2012
A production by Kent Stephens’ Stage Force. Get in the spirit of the season with this holiday celebration of stories, laughter, poetry, and song - featuring new material and old favorites from a wide array of both classic and contemporary sources. Audiences will love the intimate feeling of this readers’ theatre.
Tuesday, December 18
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Messiah Sing! 2012
Grab your score and join best-loved area choruses and conductors in a transcendent community sing in our glorious Historic Theater. It’s a “happening” - great fun and one of the best ways to celebrate the true meaning of the holidays.
Wednesday, December 19
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops (SOLD OUT)
Last year marked our first ever Holiday concert and the sellout audience response was overwhelming! Packed with Holiday favorites and sing-a-longs with the wonderful Sandpipers Children’s Chorus it’s the perfect way to get in the Holiday mood. Book early not to be disappointed!
Thursday, December 20
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Friday, December 21
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
A Merry Funny New England Christmas 2012
New comics, new material, new music for this not to be missed end of the world holiday show! For mature audiences.
Saturday, December 22
Opera Connection: Aida
Opera expert/writer-producer Dennis Kleinman will lead a lively discussion on Aida. Doors open an hour before – come early for coffee and pastries!
Aida (Verdi)
Verdi’s iconic opera set in ancient Egypt stars powerhouse Ukrainian soprano Liudmyla Monastyrska, who makes her Met debut in the title role of an enslaved Ethiopian princess. Olga Borodina, one of the world’s best-known interpreters of the role, sings Aida’s royal rival, Amneris, and Roberto Alagna is the hero Radamès, who must choose between his love for Aida and his duty to his country.
The Loneliest Planet
The summer before Alex and Nica’s wedding, they go backpacking in the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia. The couple hire a local guide to lead them on a camping trek. And then, a momentary misstep threatens to undo everything the couple believed about each other and about themselves.
Sunday, December 23
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
Wednesday, December 26
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
Thursday, December 27
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
Friday, December 28
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
Saturday, December 29
Barrymore
An unforgettable portrayal of legendary actor John Barrymore, a man of colossal talent and contradictions and one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time. Starring Christopher Plummer in the tour de force film performance of his career.
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
Sunday, December 30
The Intouchables
Based on a true story of friendship between a quadriplegic millionaire (Francois Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy), The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common. Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film.
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