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Registration Open Through Today for Madhatters December Production

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Madhatters Theatre Company is registering for their December production of 'Scrooged, with a twist.'  Registration is open to students age 6-18 years.  Rehearsals begin on Saturdays in September at Lyme's Youth Service Bureau in Old Lyme. Performance week is Dec. 11-17 at Chester Meeting House in Chester.  Registration is open through Sept. 8. For further information and … [Read more...] about Registration Open Through Today for Madhatters December Production

Cappella Cantorum Concert Registration Scheduled for Monday

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Registration and first rehearsal for Cappella Cantorum’s 2017 Christmas concert will be Monday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. at John Winthrop Middle School, 1 Winthrop Rd., Deep River. No auditions are required. All are welcome to join Cappella Cantorum and its new director, Simon Holt, to prepare for the Dec. 2 concert. Holt is also the artistic director of the Salt Marsh Opera and … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Concert Registration Scheduled for Monday

Tickets Now Available for 44th Season of Collomore Concerts in Chester

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CHESTER -- For its 44th season, the Robbie Collomore Music Series will offer all four of its concerts in the fall, between Sept. 24 and Nov. 26. These will be on Sundays at 5 p.m. in the historic and charming Chester Meeting House. It is now the time to buy your season subscription. Beginning the season, on Sunday, Sept. 24, is the Claremont Trio, brought to Chester as the … [Read more...] about Tickets Now Available for 44th Season of Collomore Concerts in Chester

Salt Marsh Opera Presents ‘Opera in the Park’ Tonight in Old Saybrook

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Salt Marsh Opera presents their annual event of well-known opera selections and musical theatre, "Opera in the Park," on Friday, Sept. 1, at 6:30 p.m. on Old Saybrook Town Green, adjacent to the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main Street. Bring family and friends, blankets and chairs, and even relax with a picnic dinner. Professional performers Sarah Nordin, … [Read more...] about Salt Marsh Opera Presents ‘Opera in the Park’ Tonight in Old Saybrook

Asch Retires from Cappella Cantorum After 47 Years, Simon Holt Appointed New Music Director

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Co-founder, music director, and conductor of Cappella Cantorum, Barry B. Asch, has announced his retirement from the Cappella Cantorum MasterWorks Chorus.  Asch has conducted the MasterWorks Chorus for 47 years during which time over 65 major choral works have been performed.  The inaugural performance was March 1970 with Schubert's Mass in E Flat.  Asch formed the popular … [Read more...] about Asch Retires from Cappella Cantorum After 47 Years, Simon Holt Appointed New Music Director

Play Live Jazz at Shoreline Community Center’s Drop-In Session, Aug. 17

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There will be a Live Jazz Session Thursday, Aug. 17, at the Shoreline Community Center, 39 Hartford Ave., Old Lyme, starting at 7 p.m. Piano, guitar, bass and drum musicians are invited to drop by and jam all evening. Bring refreshments, enjoy the music, and even dance if you want! This is a fundraiser for the Community Center. The requested donation is $5. For more … [Read more...] about Play Live Jazz at Shoreline Community Center’s Drop-In Session, Aug. 17

Paynter Fine Art Hosts Adi Dahlke Solo Show

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Paynter Fine Art in Old Lyme presents a solo exhibition of new works by local artist Adi Dahlke from July 29 through Aug. 26.  The exhibition includes several pieces not previously displayed in a public setting. Dahlke is a member of the Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 2015. Paynter Fine Art is located at 16 Lyme St. in Old Lyme. Gallery hours are 12 to 5 p.m., … [Read more...] about Paynter Fine Art Hosts Adi Dahlke Solo Show

‘String of Pearls’ Plays ‘Summer Sounds’ Tonight at Lymes’ Senior Center

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Come and enjoy a summer evening at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd. for "Summer Sounds" — a five-week musical series.  All ages are welcome. Admission is free. 'String of Pearls' will present the fourth and final concert Thursday evening, July 27, starting at 7 p.m.  The band will play Big Band sounds The Platinum Sponsor is Lymes’ Senior Center. The Ice … [Read more...] about ‘String of Pearls’ Plays ‘Summer Sounds’ Tonight at Lymes’ Senior Center

‘Affordable Art’ by Local Seniors on Show at OL Town Hall Through August

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Students of classes from Lymes’ Senior Center under the instruction of local artist Sharon Schmiedel are hosting an exhibition of their artwork during the Old Lyme Midsummer Festival this year.  This year’s show is titled, “The Affordable Art Exhibit.”   Students have been introduced to a variety of art mediums and encouraged to experiment, leading to an exciting and … [Read more...] about ‘Affordable Art’ by Local Seniors on Show at OL Town Hall Through August

See Heartwrenching ‘West Side Story’ at Ivoryton Playhouse Through July 30

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Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City in the breathtaking musical, West Side Story, which opened at the Ivoryton Playhouse July 5. With book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein, and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, the original 1957 Broadway production ran for over 700 performances before going on tour, and garnered six Tony … [Read more...] about See Heartwrenching ‘West Side Story’ at Ivoryton Playhouse Through July 30

Lampos, Pearson Skillfully Bring The Lymes’ Revolutionary Role to Life in OL Library Talk

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Last Tuesday evening local authors and historians Michaelle Pearson and Jim Lampos gave a captivating talk to a packed house gathered at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library that took the audience back in time to pivotal turning points in the Revolutionary War involving the Lymes. Husband and wife Pearson and Lampos asked their audience to imagine they were standing at … [Read more...] about Lampos, Pearson Skillfully Bring The Lymes’ Revolutionary Role to Life in OL Library Talk

Ramblin’ Dan Stevens to be Inducted in CT Blues Hall of Fame This Evening in Old Lyme

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This evening, veteran folk-blues musician Ramblin' Dan Stevens of Old Lyme will be inducted into the Connecticut Blues Hall of Fame in a ceremony starting at 6 p.m. at Black Hall Outfitters on Shore Rd.(Rte. 156) in Old Lyme. All are welcome. Take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful location along with the sounds of music. Ramblin' Dan and a selection of his musician friends … [Read more...] about Ramblin’ Dan Stevens to be Inducted in CT Blues Hall of Fame This Evening in Old Lyme

Ivoryton Playhouse Presents Dinner-Cabaret, ‘A Night on the Town,’ at ‘Water’s Edge,’ June 25

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AREAWIDE -- Ivoryton Playhouse, in a new partnership with Water’s Edge Resort,  will present a series of eight cabaret-style dinner theatre performances beginning Sunday, June 11, written for and performed exclusively at Water’s Edge.  This original series will showcase the professional talent of Ivoryton Playhouse performers and musicians in four unique events. This … [Read more...] about Ivoryton Playhouse Presents Dinner-Cabaret, ‘A Night on the Town,’ at ‘Water’s Edge,’ June 25

SummerSing Mozart’s Requiem This Evening, All Welcome

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Summer Sing Mozart’s “Requiem” this evening at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 56 Great Hammock Road, Old Saybrook. This session will be conducted by Rachael Allen of Westbrook High School. All singers are welcome to perform in this read-through of a great choral work. Professional soloists often participate. The event is co-sponsored by Cappella Cantorum and Con Brio. A … [Read more...] about SummerSing Mozart’s Requiem This Evening, All Welcome