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SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert: U.S. Navy Band Northeast with New England Conservatory Symphonic Winds and Chamber Singers
DESCRIPTION:Admission: Free & Open to the Public (No Registration or Tickets needed!) \n\nTime: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon \n\nAudience: All Ages \n\nArtist: U.S. Navy Band Northeast with New England Conservatory Symphonic Winds and Chamber Singers \nEstablished in 1974 and based on board Naval Station Newport\, Rhode Island\, Navy Band Northeast is one of 11 official U.S. Navy bands worldwide. Under the operational command of President\, U.S. Naval War College\, Navy Band Northeast inspires patriotism\, elevates esprit de corps\, enhances Navy awareness and public relations\, supports recruiting and retention efforts\, preserves the nation’s musical heritage\, and projects a positive image of the Navy.\n \nThe band accomplishes its mission by providing musical support for official functions\, military ceremonies\, community outreach initiatives\, recruiting and retention efforts\, and public performances throughout a 10-state Area of Responsibility. Navy Band Northeast’s primary musical ensembles include marching and ceremonial bands\, the Pops Ensemble concert band\, Rhode Island Sound popular music group\, Jack Tar Brass Band\, Trident Brass and Crosswinds Woodwind chamber quintets\, and various protocol ensembles. Ensembles perform a wide range of music including patriotic\, classical\, big band swing\, and top-40 hits. \n\nThe Brown Bag Concert Series\, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN\, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch\, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come\, first-served basis. All concerts are free\, open to the public\, and subject to change. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note\, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608. \nLearn more about Brown Bag Concerts 
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/fall-2025-brown-bag-concert-holiday-performance/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brown Bag Concert,Card to Culture,Holiday,Youth
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SUMMARY:Dance Prism Ballet's The Nutcracker - 1PM
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis beloved holiday classic returns for its 43rd season. Timeless ballet and a special character meet-and-greet create memories families cherish. \nSunday\, December 15\n\n2 Performances\n\n1:00 PM & 5:00 PM  \n\nDance Prism’s Nutcracker brings holiday magic to life with sparkling battling soldiers\, a towering Christmas tree\, and Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet. This beloved tradition delights audiences of all ages with professional staging and enchanting choreography. After each performance\, families are invited to a special photo opportunity with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy — a memory children will treasure for years. \n\nDance Prism is a New England–based ballet company founded in 1982\, bringing classical and family-friendly ballets to communities throughout the region. Known for productions like The Nutcracker\, Swan Lake\, and Cinderella\, the company combines professional artistry with accessibility for audiences of all ages \nBuy Tickets to the 5PM Performance \n\n \nThis event is eligible for free tickets under the Card to Culture Program \nMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Limited number of tickets available\, limit of 2 per order. Use promo code nutcracker1pm to redeem. If code does not work\, all tickets have been claimed. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture \nFree tickets also available through Vettix.org\, an organization that provides tickets to events which reduce stress\, strengthen family bonds\, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/dance-prism-ballets-the-nutcracker-1pm/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Friday Sale Events,Card to Culture,Holiday,The Nutcracker,Youth
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SUMMARY:Dance Prism Ballet's The Nutcracker - 5PM
DESCRIPTION:This beloved holiday classic returns for its 43rd season. Timeless ballet and a special character meet-and-greet create memories families cherish. \nSunday\, December 15\n\n2 Performances\n\n1:00 PM & 5:00 PM  \n\nDance Prism’s Nutcracker brings holiday magic to life with sparkling battling soldiers\, a towering Christmas tree\, and Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet. This beloved tradition delights audiences of all ages with professional staging and enchanting choreography. After each performance\, families are invited to a special photo opportunity with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy — a memory children will treasure for years. \n\nDance Prism is a New England–based ballet company founded in 1982\, bringing classical and family-friendly ballets to communities throughout the region. Known for productions like The Nutcracker\, Swan Lake\, and Cinderella\, the company combines professional artistry with accessibility for audiences of all ages \nBuy Tickets to the 1PM Performance \n\n\n \nThis event is eligible for free tickets under the Card to Culture Program \nMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Limited number of tickets available\, limit of 2 per order. Use promo code nutcracker5pm to redeem. If code does not work\, all tickets have been claimed. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture \nFree tickets also available through Vettix.org\, an organization that provides tickets to events which reduce stress\, strengthen family bonds\, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/dance-prism-ballets-the-nutcracker-5pm/
CATEGORIES:Black Friday Sale Events,Card to Culture,Holiday,The Nutcracker,Youth
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SUMMARY:Worcester Youth Orchestras Annual Family Holiday Pops - First Performance
DESCRIPTION:December 20 Performance \nWY Philharmonic & Sinfonia Strings\nWY Wind Ensemble & Alumni Band\nGuest: Senator Jacob R. Oliveira and Jason Homer\, WPL\nDinner Served \n\n \nSold exclusively through Worcester Youth Orchestras beginning Nov. 1 \n\n\nBecome a Member TODAY!   \n\n \nAccessible Entrance\nThe barrier-free entrance to the Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. There is no elevator access to the Great Hall balcony. \nAccessible Halls\nAll of our halls are wheelchair-accessible\, where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request wheelchair-seat locations when ordering tickets.  The Great Hall balcony is not wheel-chair accessible.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/worcester-youth-orchestras-annual-family-holiday-pops-first-performance/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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SUMMARY:Worcester Youth Orchestras Annual Family Holiday Pops - Second Performance
DESCRIPTION:December 21 Performance \nWY Symphony Orchestra\, Jazz Ensemble\, Nashoba Valley Chorale & Worcester Children’s Chorus\nSpecial Guest Conductor: Senator Robyn Kennedy\n\nDinner Served \n\n \nSold exclusively through Worcester Youth Orchestras beginning Nov. 1 \n\n\nBecome a Member TODAY!   \n\n \nAccessible Entrance\nThe barrier-free entrance to the Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. There is no elevator access to the Great Hall balcony. \nAccessible Halls\nAll of our halls are wheelchair-accessible\, where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request wheelchair-seat locations when ordering tickets.  The Great Hall balcony is not wheel-chair accessible.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/worcester-youth-orchestras-annual-family-holiday-pops-second-performance/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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