BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The North End Music & Performing Arts Center - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nempacboston.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The North End Music & Performing Arts Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Karachi BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0500 TZOFFSETTO:+0500 TZNAME:PKT DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241121T151836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T135257Z UID:10000606-1737743400-1737748800@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Teen & Adult Student Recital DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 24th at 6:30 PM to 8 PM\nVenue: Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill Street\, Charlestown\, MA 02129\nPrivate Music Instruction Teen and Adults Students\n\n\n\n\n\n\nALL RECTIALS! \n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 25th at North Bennet Street School \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10-11:30\nDan Raney\, Kayla Farnsworth\n\n\n11:45-1:00\nKendra Comstock\, Martina Gallo\, Luping Xu\n\n\n1:15-2:30\nRhaea D’Aliesio\, Jayson Banton\, Rafael Natan\n\n\n2:45-4:00\nXiaolan Ruan\, Krissy Terranova\, Laura Raty\, Shawn Meehan\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, January 25th at Charlestown Working Theater\n2:00 p.m- Jaime Castellanos \n\n\nSunday\, February 2nd at Charlestown Working Theater \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1-2:15\nJack Byrne\, Ben Xia\, Brian Urra\, Carlos Herrand\n\n\n2:30-3:45\nHarriet Hung\, Erika Rohrberg\n\n\n4:00-5:15\nBailey Kolapudi\, Anna Samoilava\, Fred Springer\n\n\n5:30-6:30\nJustine Boonstra\, Steve Allen\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nIf you have any questions about recitals or schedules\, please contact Mary-Alexandra Onstad\, Private Music Instruction Manager at monstad@nempacboston.org or call 857-239-9997. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/teen-adult-student-recital/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/CMS-TEMPLATE-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241216T201630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T201630Z UID:10000619-1737743400-1737747000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Dance Class for Ages 55+ at the Nazzaro Center DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC is excited to host a free dance class on Friday\, 1/24 at 6:30 PM\, for ages 55+. You can expect a 45 minute class that includes stretching\, learning some new simple dance moves across varying 70’s\, 80’s and disco genres of music. Wear comfy clothes to move & groove in! NO RSVP required – just come show up. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/dance-class-for-ages-55-at-the-nazzaro-center/ LOCATION:Nazzaro Community Center\, 30 North Bennet St\, Boston\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Senior-Bingo-55.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20250117T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20250117T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241231T160626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T151029Z UID:10000628-1737138600-1737145800@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC ‘s Open Mic Night returns to Castle Island Brewing Company in 2025! We are excited to bring NEMPAC’s Open Mic Nights to a new venue and new neighborhood. Join us on Friday\, January 17th at 6:30 PM for our next installment! Grab a beverage from the brewery and enjoy your local community members try out new tunes! \nThis exciting partnership allows us to engage with a new Boston community and showcase a variety of talented artists. We are eager to welcome new and diverse musical performances to the stage. All forms of creative expression are encouraged. \n*Unlimited audience space is available\, so there is no need for advanced sign up\, unless you plan to perform. \nWe hope you will join us at Castle Island Brewing Company for our first Open Mic Night of 2025. \nWhen: Friday\, January 17th. Brewery opens at 5 PM\, performances begin at 6:30 PM. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument!  *** Please note that the brewery is 21+ AFTER 8 PM! \nWhere: Castle Island Brewing Company – 10 Old Colony Avenue\, Boston\, MA 02127 \nClick Here to Register to Perform! \n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-14/ LOCATION:Castle Island Brewing Company\, 10 Old Colony Avenue\, Boston\, 02127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/November-2024-OMN-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241216T200246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T174740Z UID:10000618-1736532000-1736541000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Paint & Musical Bingo Night for Ages 55+! DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening of Paint and Musical Bingo for ages 55+ at the Nazzaro Community Center! \nWith 75 minutes of watercolor painting hosted by Laurel Greenfield Art\, you’ll unleash your inner artist as you create a beautiful masterpiece. Don’t worry if you’re new to painting – step-by-step guidance will make it easy and enjoyable for everyone! \nNext\, you will participate in 75 minutes of Musical Bingo\, combining your love for music and bingo in a lively game where tunes replace numbers. Round out your evening with social time\, fun prizes\, and refreshments. \nNo need to register in advance.  Just show up on the day! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/paint-musical-bingo-night-for-ages-55/ LOCATION:Nazzaro Community Center\, 30 North Bennet St\, Boston\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Senior-Bingo-55.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241122T203405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T150125Z UID:10000614-1734274800-1734280200@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:The Christmas Caper DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe present The Christmas Caper—this year’s holiday show production—in collaboration with the Charlestown Working Theater. With a cast of 41 students in grades 2 – 7\, we can’t wait for audiences of all ages to feel the holiday spirit with this fun musical production! Performances are the first two weekends in December and the production is led by director Katie McGoff\, NEMPAC music director Jaime Castellanos\, NEMPAC Musical Theatre Program Director\, Michaela Barczak\, and CWT Producer and Owner\, Kristin Johnson. \nGET YOUR TICKETS! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-christmas-caper/2024-12-15/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Christmas-Caper.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241122T203405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T150125Z UID:10000613-1734188400-1734193800@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:The Christmas Caper DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe present The Christmas Caper—this year’s holiday show production—in collaboration with the Charlestown Working Theater. With a cast of 41 students in grades 2 – 7\, we can’t wait for audiences of all ages to feel the holiday spirit with this fun musical production! Performances are the first two weekends in December and the production is led by director Katie McGoff\, NEMPAC music director Jaime Castellanos\, NEMPAC Musical Theatre Program Director\, Michaela Barczak\, and CWT Producer and Owner\, Kristin Johnson. \nGET YOUR TICKETS! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-christmas-caper/2024-12-14/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Christmas-Caper.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241107T163632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T170708Z UID:10000605-1733943600-1733949000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of joyful celebration and musical diversity at A Community in Song: NEMPAC Holiday Concert. This special event\, led by Artistic Director Stefano Marchese\, will highlight the rich cultural tapestry of our community through a variety of holiday music traditions from around the world. From the fun and festive opening by the Eliot School Choir to the soul-stirring Hallelujah chorus finale\, this concert promises something for everyone. \nFeaturing the talented NEMPAC Adult Holiday Choir\, Eliot School Choir\, Bengisu Gokce String Quartet\, and Arlington High School Honors Orchestra directed by Maestro Tino D’Agostino\, as well as extraordinary solo performances by NEMPAC faculty and guest artists\, the program will include songs that reflect holiday celebrations from diverse cultural traditions. Experience the magic of Hanukkah\, Christmas\, and Black spirituals through captivating arrangements. \nThe evening will culminate in a powerful performance of Handel’s Hallelujah chorus\, bringing together the entire ensemble of musicians and vocalists in a celebration of unity through music. \nThis 90 minute concert is perfect for all ages\, blending classical and contemporary elements to create a festive\, inclusive holiday experience. \n***Please note:  Sacred Heart Church is not Wheel Chair Accessible. \nCLICK HERE TO VEW OUR DIGITAL PROGRAM! \nEVENT DETAILS: \nWHEN: Wednesday\, December 11th at 7 PM to 8:30 PM \nWHERE: Sacred Heart Catholic Church \nADDRESS: 12 North Square\, Boston\, MA 02113 \nTICKETS: FREE \nArtistic Director:  Stefano Marchese \nChoir Director:  Anna Samoliova \nArlington High Honors Orchestra Director:  Tino D’Agonstino \nAccompanist: Harriet Hung \nSoprano Soloist:  Pearl Scott \nAlto Soloist:  Rhaea D’Aliesio  \nTenor Soloist:  David Rivera Bozón \nBass Soloist:  Todd McNeel\, Jr. \nAdditional Soloists: Stefano Marchese (tenor) and Sherri Snow (soprano) \nReserve Your Tickets Here! \n\nNEMPAC Holiday Concert Artists\n\n\n\n \nStefano Marchese\nStefano Marchese is an award-winning Italian singer-songwriter and educator. He has collaborated with Grammy winners Bobby McFerrin and Luis Enrique\, and was nominated as one of the 100 most relevant Abruzzesi abroad. He teaches at Berklee and serves as Eliot School Choir Director. \n\n\n \nTino D’Agostino\nTino D’Agostino is the conductor of the Arlington High School Honors Orchestra and an accomplished musician. He studied in Italy and has performed with prestigious ensembles\, including the Vicenza Symphonic Orchestra and Verdi Philharmonic. \n\n\n \nArlington High School Honors Orchestra\nThis select ensemble of 27 string musicians has performed at venues like Carnegie Hall\, blending timeless classical works with contemporary pieces. \n\n\n \nBengisu Gokce Quartet\nLed by Turkish violinist Bengisu Gokce\, this quartet blends classical music with Turkish\, Middle Eastern\, and jazz influences\, offering a dynamic cross-genre experience. \n\n\n \nAnna Samoilava\nAnna is the director of the NEMPAC Adult Choir and an accomplished pianist and music educator who has won numerous competitions. \n\n\n \nHarriet Hung\nHarriet Hung is a Boston-based accompanist\, violist\, and educator with a Master of Music degree from Longy School of Music. \n\n\n \nPearl Scott\nA soprano soloist and former U.S. Army Bands vocalist\, Pearl Scott actively develops recording projects and performs original music. \n\n\n \nRhaea D’Aliesio\nRhaea D’Aliesio is an alto soloist and educator who has performed in operas\, recitals\, and choral concerts internationally. She serves as Chief of Staff at Boston City Singers. \n\n\n \nDavid Rivera Bozón\nA Colombian tenor recognized internationally\, David has performed extensively in opera and recitals. He is pursuing studies at Boston University’s Opera Institute. \n\n\n \nTodd McNeel\, Jr.\nCelebrated for his stage presence and powerful voice\, Todd McNeel\, Jr. has performed in operas\, musicals\, and concerts across the U.S. and Europe. \n\n\n \nSherri Snow\nSherri Snow is a soprano soloist and the Executive Director of NEMPAC\, dedicated to advancing arts education and community engagement. \n\n\nReserve Your Tickets Here! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/a-community-in-song-nempac-holiday-concert/ LOCATION:Sacred Heart Catholic Church\, 12 North Square\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Holiday-Concert-for-Website-Events-Page.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241122T203405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T150125Z UID:10000612-1733670000-1733675400@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:The Christmas Caper DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe present The Christmas Caper—this year’s holiday show production—in collaboration with the Charlestown Working Theater. With a cast of 41 students in grades 2 – 7\, we can’t wait for audiences of all ages to feel the holiday spirit with this fun musical production! Performances are the first two weekends in December and the production is led by director Katie McGoff\, NEMPAC music director Jaime Castellanos\, NEMPAC Musical Theatre Program Director\, Michaela Barczak\, and CWT Producer and Owner\, Kristin Johnson. \nGET YOUR TICKETS! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-christmas-caper/2024-12-08/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Christmas-Caper.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241122T203405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T150125Z UID:10000611-1733583600-1733589000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:The Christmas Caper DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe present The Christmas Caper—this year’s holiday show production—in collaboration with the Charlestown Working Theater. With a cast of 41 students in grades 2 – 7\, we can’t wait for audiences of all ages to feel the holiday spirit with this fun musical production! Performances are the first two weekends in December and the production is led by director Katie McGoff\, NEMPAC music director Jaime Castellanos\, NEMPAC Musical Theatre Program Director\, Michaela Barczak\, and CWT Producer and Owner\, Kristin Johnson. \nGET YOUR TICKETS! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-christmas-caper/2024-12-07/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Christmas-Caper.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20241122T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20241122T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241106T205459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T191547Z UID:10000604-1732300200-1732307400@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Open Mic Nights DESCRIPTION:Announcing a NEW Open Mic Night site at Castle Island Brewing Company! We are excited to bring NEMPAC’s Open Mic Nights to a new venue and new neighborhood. Join us on Friday\, November 22nd at 6:30 PM for our next installment! Grab a beverage from the brewery and enjoy your local community members try out new tunes! \n*Unlimited audience space is available\, so there is no need for advanced sign up\, unless you plan to perform. \nWe hope you will join us at Castle Island Brewing Company for our next Open Mic Night of 2024. \nWhen: Friday\, November 22nd. Brewery opens at 5 PM\, performances begin at 6:30 PM. \nWho: ANYONE can sign up to perform as long as they are 18+\, and all are welcome to attend. Performers from the Boston community\, as well as faculty and adult students from our music school\, are invited to participate regardless of age\, experience or instrument!  *** Please note that the brewery is 21+ AFTER 8 PM! \nWhere: Castle Island Brewing Company – 10 Old Colony Avenue\, Boston\, MA 02127 \nREGISTER TO PERFORM! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-nights-10/ LOCATION:Castle Island Brewing Company\, 10 Old Colony Avenue\, Boston\, 02127\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/November-2024-OMN-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241007T182423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T171843Z UID:10000601-1731954600-1731958200@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join NEMPAC at the NEMPAC Annual Meeting\, open to the public\, on Monday\, November 18th\, at 6:30 PM. This meeting will be held in person at the Nazzaro Community Center.  We are unfortunately unable to offer a virtual/remote option to attend this meeting.  Join us as we look back on the accomplishments of our 2023/2024 Season\, and as we look toward the future! \n \nNEMPAC ANNUAL MEETING \nDATE: Monday\, November 18th \nTIME: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nLOCATION: Nazzaro Community Center\, 30 North Bennet St. | North End \nRSVP for the Annual Meeting URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Nazzaro Community Center\, 30 North Bennet St\, Boston\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Annual-Meeting-Image-for-Events-Web-Section-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241001T131938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T174640Z UID:10000597-1731697200-1731702600@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:The Bosquejo en Riesgo's Quartet and The Costa Rican Sonic Landscape DESCRIPTION:Part of NEMPAC’s collaborative new Artist Series\, The Bosquejo en Riesgo’s Quartet and The Costa Rican Sonic Landscape is an immersive musical experience celebrating Costa Rica’s rich cultural tapestry and core social values. Through original compositions and traditional Costa Rican folkloric songs\, the concert will highlight the country’s peace and stability\, democratic traditions\, environmental conservation\, education\, healthcare\, and the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. Emphasizing social equality\, community ties\, and respect for nature\, the program will also delve into the wisdom of Costa Rica’s indigenous communities. \nThis concert will feature Jazz and Traditional Costa Rican Music\, with the talents of the following artists: \nJosé Soto: Piano\nMaria Amalia Quesada: Voice\nDaniel Mayer: Electric Bass\nGen Yoshimira: Drums \nDATE: Friday\, November 15th @ 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) \nTICKETS: General Admission $35\, Student $20\, and Pay-what-you-can $0 + \nVENUE: Bijou de la Vida Gallery \nADDRESS: 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 | North End \nPurchase Tickets! \n  \n\n\n\n\nABOUT JOSÉ SOTO:  José is driven by the purpose of creating socially conscious music and art. José Soto\, a Costa Rican pianist\, composer\, and educator\, explores free improvisation\, jazz\, classical music\, and Latin American rhythms. He studied at the National University of Costa Rica\, the New England Conservatory\, and the Berklee Global Jazz Institute. His album “The Ancestral Call\,” inspired by the Bribri indigenous culture\, won the Gold Medal at the Global Music Awards and was featured in NPR’s Best Alternative Latin Music of 2023\, Jazziz Editor’s Choice\, NBC New York\, and People en Español. Notable jazz musicians such as George Garzone and Francisco Mela contributed to the project. José has toured nationally and internationally\, sharing stages with artists like Luciana Souza\, Francisco Mela\, Danilo Perez\, and Eddie Daniels. He currently teaches at Berklee College in Massachusetts.\n\n \n\n\nABOUT MARIA AMALIA QUESADA:  Singer\, Cultural Manager\, and Educator. Maria Amalia currently lives in Boston\, Massachusetts. She started studying music in Costa Rica at a very young age. Maria Amalia has collaborated and sung with artists such as Danilo Pérez\, Jason Yeager\, Patricia Zarate\, Vardan Ovsepian\, Fernando Huergo\, Tatiana Parra\, Lihi Haruvi\, Connor Kent\, Jacob Jezioro\, Jacob Means\, Daniel Patiño Quintana\, Humberto Vargas\, among others. She had shaped her talent under the guidance of Sofia Rei\, Roxana Amed\, Dominique Eade\, and Rebecca Shrimpton. \nAs a singer and composer\, she co-founded with pianist Jose Soto Bosquejo en Riesgo. This creative music project uses experimentation and improvisation in various genres\, from Latin American folklore to jazz. The group’s music conveys the multicultural experience of these expanding musicians\, approaching different audiences through original compositions and arrangements from the Latin American imaginary. The group has performed in Costa Rica\, Boston\, Cambridge\, USA\, and in festivals in Mexico and Panama. \n\nAs Cultural Manager\, Maria Amalia is co-founder of the Fundacion Armonia Colectiva and Executive Director of the International Jazz Festival of Costa Rica FIJAZZ. She has given different workshops and lectures on cultural management on national and international levels. She has also worked and collaborated in various cultural projects such as the Executive Director of FEDUJAZZ Foundation and the Dominican Republic Jazz Festival in the Dominican Republic and International Coordinator of the Panama Jazz Festival\, among other cultural and social initiatives nationally and internationally.\n\n \n\n \n \nA big thank you to Boston Bottles for sponsoring a wine tasting of South American wines during the intermission of our concerts at Bijou de la Vida Gallery.  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/the-bosquejo-en-riesgos-quartet-and-the-costa-rican-sonic-landscape/ LOCATION:Bijou de la Vida Gallery\, 390 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Jose-Soto-and-Maria-Amalia-Quesada.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20241026T140000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20241026T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241007T205630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T173001Z UID:10000603-1729951200-1729958400@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Opera on the Prado DESCRIPTION:Opera on the Prado\nNEMPAC’s pop-up Opera on the Prado will feature Boston-based Emerging Artists from the NEMPAC Opera Project in Boston’s most historic and beautiful park in the North End. Located on the Freedom Trail\, next to the Paul Revere Statue and just behind Old North Church\, passersby\, neighbors\, and friends can catch singers performing. \nDate: Saturday\, October 26th | Time: 2 PM – 4 PM \nWhere: The Prado\, Paul Revere Mall\, Hanover Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 \n\n\n\n\n \nKelley Hollis\nKelley Hollis is a classically trained soprano celebrated for her interpretations of new and lesser-known works. Notable performances include Rosner’s Requiem with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and a concert at Prague Castle with the Americké jaro festival. She holds degrees from Northwestern University and Boston University’s Opera Institute. Her opera credits include roles such as Rosalinda in Die Fledermaus\, Mimi in La bohème\, and Donna Anna in Don Giovanni. Kelley has performed at Boston Symphony Hall and has been recognized by the Metropolitan Opera National Council. She regularly performs with Boston Baroque\, Boston Lyric Opera\, and Juventas New Music Ensemble. \n\n\n\n \nMelanie Rucinski\nMelanie Rucinski is a Boston-based freelance pianist and accompanist. She has performed with the Cambridge Community Chorus\, NEMPAC Opera Project\, and Metropolitan Chorale. Previously\, she was a collaborative pianist for the Boston Children’s Chorus and the A.R.T. Institute for Advanced Theater Training. Melanie is a choral singer and oboist\, having cofounded and conducted the Lambda Singers chamber choir at Harvard. She is currently the accompanist for the Jameson Singers and a Lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education\, teaching statistics and quantitative methods. \n\n\n\n \nDavid Rivera Bozón\nDavid Rivera Bozón\, a Colombian tenor based in Boston\, is recognized internationally for his extraordinary talent and warm personality. He has performed extensively in opera\, stageworks\, zarzuela\, oratorio\, concerts\, recitals\, and in unconventional venues\, bringing his music to a wide variety of communities. David has been recognized by the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives for his outstanding contributions to cultural and arts events and for promoting the Italian Heritage in the United States. He is currently pursuing studies at the Boston University Opera Institute. For more information\, visit DRBTenor.com. \n\n\n*In the event of rain\, we will move this concert to 50 Tileston St in the North End. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/opera-on-the-prado/ LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Community Event,Opera Project ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2Opera-on-the-Streets-June-2020-0503-MattConti.com_-912x801-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20241001T163800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T170656Z UID:10000598-1729103400-1729108800@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Italian Pasta Making & Music Workshop for Adults DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Seven Hills Pasta\, we are offering a Pasta Making Class for adults with live music to accompany you! You will work with a professional chef to make pasta from scratch while listening to some of NEMPAC’s finest artists.  This is a great opportunity to build a new skill in the kitchen while socializing with friends and neighbors from the community. \nDATE: Wednesday\, October 16th @ 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM \nVENUE: Hull Street Studio\, 9 Hull Street\, Boston\, MA 02113 | North End \nRegister Here! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/italian-pasta-making-music-workshop-for-adults/ LOCATION:9 Hull Street\, 9 Hull Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Pasta-Making.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240801T154729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T130259Z UID:10000589-1726770600-1726779600@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:NEMPAC Soirée DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss NEMPAC’s annual Soirée on the Prado\, a stylish event celebrating our artistic community with live performances\, delicious food\, and great company\, all under a grand tent and canopy of trees on the Paul Revere Mall. Join us for an unforgettable night connecting with fellow art enthusiasts and supporters while contributing to NEMPAC’s mission. \nTicket Options are below: \n\nCabaret Seating Ticket @ $250 – Includes reserved table seating\, live entertainment\, libations at our ‘walk-up’ bar\, buffet-style dinner by local caterers\, dance party\, auction\, and special raffle\n\n\nMix & Mingle Ticket @ $150 – Includes live entertainment\, libations at our ‘walk-up’ bar\, buffet-style dinner by local caterers\, dance party\, auction\, and special raffle\n\nClick for Tickets \nClick for the Silent Auction \nINFORMATION FOR TICKET HOLDERS\nAttire: The recommended attire is festive cocktail style.  \nWeather: This is an outdoor tented event\, with a beautiful fall evening forecast in the low 70s. As we know\, the weather forecast may change\, and we will update you with any changes. \nProgram: We will have a brief but meaningful program to celebrate our two honorees – Stefano Marchese and Collin Yip – starting at 7 PM. Live entertainment and dancing will follow. Details of our program are a surprise!   \nAuction: The Soirée Online Silent Auction is live and closes on 9/19 at 8:30 PM. All bidding takes place online and you must enter your credit card to place a bid. You will be notified via SMS if you are a winning bidder or have been outbid. There will be an additional opportunity to support NEMPAC during the event’s fund-a-need portion of the program.  \nCuisine & Beverage: DePasquale Ventures will be cooking on-site and catering our event. Italian cuisine will be abundant from restaurants including Bricco\, Il Panino\, Mare\, and Quattro and served buffet style. Our bar will be serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by 90+ Cellars\, Boston Bottle\, and SideCar.  \nDirections: If coming from Hanover Street\, walk into the park\, past the Paul Revere Statue and you will see our registration tent area on the right next to our NEMPAC Prado Studios. If coming from Unity Street\, past the public water fountain and walk towards the registration tent on your left. Note\, in Google Maps\, enter “Paul Revere Mall\, Boston MA 02113”.  \nParking: The Battery Wharf Garage is offering a $30 parking rate for Soirée attendees. (2 Battery Wharf\, Boston\, MA 02109). Upon arrival\, state that you are there for the NEMPAC\, and they will prompt you to pay upfront giving you unrestricted time to enjoy the event. Other parking lots in the North End include North End Garage (600 Commercial Street\, Boston MA 02113) or Sargent’s Wharf Parking Lot (269 Commercial Street\, Boston\, MA 02109). \nRideshare: If ride-sharing please ensure “Paul Revere Mall” as your destination. \nRegistration: Upon arrival\, look for the registration table for checking in. For your convenience and to ensure that the line moves as quickly as possible\, we request that you add your email and phone number and register your credit card before arrival by clicking here. Note: pre-registration allows you to participate in the Silent Auction and other donation opportunities\, but no charges will be made unless you authorize a donation. \nText Communications: We will be sending you notification prior to the event\, as well as night-of important information in order to support the best guest experience possible. To opt into text messaging\, please text “nempac” to 56651. \nAccessibility: The Prado/Paul Revere Mall is fully accessible\, as it is a flat park space with access on both ends of the park. If you require any special assistance at the event\, please inform our Facilities and Operations Coordinator Steve Allen at least 48 hours prior to the event at sallen@nempacboston.org. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/nempac-soiree/ LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Soiree-2024-Graphics-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T191500 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240806T151608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T193304Z UID:10000592-1725472800-1725477300@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Welcome Back Day - Adults DESCRIPTION:Attention adult learners! We’re excited to welcome you to our Welcome Back Day for Adult Students on Wednesday\, September 4th! Join us anytime from 6 – 7:15pm in our Tileston St lobby for a social hour with refreshments and snacks. This is a chance for new and returning adult learners to meet each other\, the NEMPAC staff\, ask questions\, and more! Upstairs\, we will have group instrument class and private voice lesson demos! We are asking folks to register in advance if possible (but don’t be afraid to just show up!) \nClick to Register for the Adult Welcome Back Day! \nWHEN: Wednesday\, September 4th | 6 PM to 7:15 PM \nWHERE: 50 Tileston Street | North End \n\n\nDetailed schedule below! \n\n\n6 – 7:15pm:\n\nSocial Hour – drinks\, snacks\, music\, mingling and Q&A! Join before or after taking a demo! \n6:05 – 6:25pm:  \n\nGroup Piano Demo with Jaime Castellanos in our 3rd Floor Classroom\nVoice Lesson Demo with Bailey Kolapudi in one of our Lesson Studios\n\n6:25 – 6:45pm: \n\nGroup Guitar Demo with Jack Byrne in our 3rd Floor Classroom\nVoice Lesson Demo with Bailey Kolapudi in one of our Lesson Studios\n\n6:45 – 7:05pm: \n\nGroup Ukulele Demo with Steve Allen in our 3rd Floor Classroom\nVoice Lesson Demo with Bailey Kolapudi in one of our Lesson Studios\n\n*There are up to 8 spots open in each class demo section\, and 1 spot in each of the voice lesson demos. First come\, first serve. \n\n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/welcome-back-day-adults/ LOCATION:50 Tileston Street in the North End CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240806T151241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192123Z UID:10000591-1725454800-1725462000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Welcome Back Day DESCRIPTION:Join NEMPAC for our Welcome Back Day in Charlestown! This is a chance to learn about NEMPAC and our educational programs\, check-out our spaces at the Charlestown Working Theater\, and connect or re-connect with fellow community members!  You will be able to tour our practice and rehearsal spaces\, meet NEMPAC staff and faculty\, and learn about new and exciting educational programming. \nWHEN: Wednesday\, September 4th | 1 PM to 3 PM \nWHERE: 442 Bunker Hill Street | Charlestown Working Theater \nDetailed schedule below Charlestown \n1:00-3:00 PM \nSocial Time – Including snacks\, info slideshow on TV\, music\, mingling\, Q&A\, instrument petting zoo in the CWT Lobby \n1:05-1:30 PM \nDemo Lesson with Kayla Farnsworth in our Middle Studio \n1:30-1:55 PM \nDemo Lesson with Kayla Farnsworth in our Middle Studio \n2:10-2:35 \nGroup Piano Demo (Grades K2-1) with Kayla Farnsworth in our Middle Studio \n2:35-3:00 \nGroup Piano Demo (Grades 2-3) with Kayla Farnsworth in our Middle Studio \n*There are up to 8 spots open in each class demo section\, and 1 spot in each of the voice lesson demos. First come\, first serve. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/welcome-back-day-2/ LOCATION:Charlestown Working Theater\, 442 Bunker Hill St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240806T144557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T192211Z UID:10000590-1725454800-1725462000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Welcome Back Day DESCRIPTION:Join NEMPAC for our Welcome Back Day in the North End! This is a chance to learn about NEMPAC and our educational programs\, check-out our spaces at 50 Tileston Street\, and connect or re-connect with fellow community members!  You will be able to tour our practice and rehearsal spaces\, meet NEMPAC staff and faculty\, and learn about new and exciting educational programming. \nWHEN: Wednesday\, September 4th | 1 PM to 3 PM \nWHERE: 50 Tileston Street | North End \nDetailed schedule below for the North End: \n1:00-3:00 PM \nSocial Time – Including snacks\, info slideshow on TV\, music\, mingling\, Q&A\, instrument petting zoo in the 50 Tileston St Lobby \n1:05-1:30 PM \nGroup Piano Demo with Dan Raney (for K2-1) in our 3rd Floor Studio \n1:30-1:55 PM \nGroup Piano Demo with Dan Raney (for Grades 2-3) in our 3rd Floor Studio \n2:10-2:35 \nGroup Piano Demo with Dan Raney (for Grades 4-6) in our 3rd Floor Studio \n2:35-3:00 \nGroup Guitar Demo with Steve Allen (for Grades 1-5) in our 3rd Floor Studio\nDemo Lesson with Dan Raney in our 2nd Floor Music Lab \n*There are up to 8 spots open in each class demo section\, and 1 spot in each of the voice lesson demos. First come\, first serve. \n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/welcome-back-day/ LOCATION:50 Tileston Street in the North End CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240701T204511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T204511Z UID:10000588-1721928600-1721932200@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Sherri Snow as Celebrity Guest Bartender at Canopy DESCRIPTION:Join NEMPAC and our friends at Canopy Hotel in their Rose Town Kitchen & Bar\, with NEMPAC Executive Director Sherri Snow as Celebrity Guest Bartending on Thursday\, July 25th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. What is a Celebrity Bartender?  A Celebrity Bartender is a civic leader with strong ties to the community serving your favorite drinks!  See Sherri sling cocktails\, mocktails\, and mixed drinks all in support of NEMPAC programs and performances.  At the end of the hour\, 10% of proceeds will go directly to NEMPAC.   All you have to do is show up at the Canopy Hotel and order a drink!  We hope you can join us! URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/sherri-snow-as-celebrity-guest-bartender-at-canopy/ LOCATION:Canopy by Hilton Boston Downtown\, 99 Blackstone Street\, Boston\, MA\, 01970\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/3F6A9803.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240523T134853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T155248Z UID:10000581-1718992800-1719000000@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Open Mic Night on the Prado for Make Music Boston Day DESCRIPTION:Join The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) as we participate in the city-wide Make Music Boston Celebration on Friday\, June 21st\, collaborating with Boston Music Project and the City of Boston to host our final Open Mic Night of the Season. \nAt the footsteps of its Prado Studios in the North End\, NEMPAC will host a variety of musicians to culminate the end of the season and to celebrate the vibrancy of music in our City and across all neighborhoods in Boston! \nDetails for the June Open Mic Night: \n\nDate: Friday\, June 21st\nTime: 6pm-8pm\nAdmission: FREE\, but performers must reserve their spot. Performers must be 18+.\n\nFor performers: \n\nWhen signing up\, please provide information about your instrument\, equipment needs\, and a brief description of your act.\nPerformers will have 5-minute slots. Please arrive early.\nReservations through Eventbrite secure your performance slot\, which are first come\, first serve. Details will be emailed one week prior to the event. If performance slots are full\, please add yourself to the waitlist or email info@nempacboston.org and we will do our best to accommodate.\n\nFor our audience: \n\nThis event is free and open to the public. All are welcome to attend. Please RSVP as an audience member.\n\nRegister to Participate or Attend \nLearn more about Make Music Boston here. \nHave questions or need to make changes to your reservation? Please email info@nempacboston.org. URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/open-mic-night-on-the-prado-for-make-music-boston-day/ LOCATION:The Prado (Paul Revere Mall)\, 16 Charter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02113\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Instagram-May-2024-6.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T191500 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240105T213848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T131413Z UID:10000577-1716055200-1716059700@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Musical Theatre Troupe presents "Oliver! Jr." DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe presents “Oliver! Jr” \nMusical Theatre Troupe’s 12th season production of “Oliver! Jr” is coming up this May! The cast of 28 students\, ranging from grade 3 to 8\, met in late January to begin rehearsals. These budding Broadway stars come from 12 different schools and 7 different neighborhoods across Boston. Rehearsals take place in Charlestown at both the Charlestown Working Theater and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Performances will be at the Charlestown High School auditorium\, open to the public on May 17th and 18th. The production is directed and choreographed by NEMPAC’s Educational Programs Director\, Allie Carufel. \nJaime Castellanos will act as Music Director\, Lidia Pina as Stage Manager\, and Michaela Barczak\, NEMPAC’s Musical Theatre Program Director\, will act as Production Manager. Additionally\, NEMPAC provides opportunities for high school teens to gain experience working on a production in the stage crew\, as assistant stage managers\, or assistant directors. This year\, NEMPAC is hosting three teens on this production. \nThe Musical Theatre Troupe program provides an opportunity for students to learn\, create\, and perform in a fully staged musical production. They receive training in music/voice\, acting\, and choreography. With ample principal roles and tons of fun ensembles\, students have lots of chances to shine and learn\, helping them to progress in future years. The program always provides audition workshops before rehearsals begin and enrichment activities during rehearsals such as memorization stations\, character worksheets\, theatre games\, and more! This year\, the cast of students will be joined onstage during one of the big numbers by grade 1 and 2 students from our younger musical theatre and dance classes as part of the new “Junior Troupers” program.  \nView Full Digital Program Here \n\nPerformance Dates: \nFriday\, May 17th at 6 p.m. \nSaturday\, May 18th at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. \nLocation: \nCharlestown High School Auditorium \n240 Medford St. (Use Polk St. Entrance!) \nCharlestown\, MA 02129 \nTickets: \n$15 General Admission \n$12 Students under 12 \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE STARTING APRIL 25 \nQuestions? Email Michaela at theatre@nempacboston.org \nThings to Note: \n\nDoors will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. \nOnline Ticket Sales end 2 hours prior to the start of the show. At door ticket sales will be available at that time\, pending availability\nThere is no assigned seating – seats are first come first serve.\nThere is no eating or drinking (besides water) in the auditorium. All beverages and food must be consumed in the lobby.\n\nParking & Public Transportation:\nThere is street parking on Medford St in Charlestown. Charlestown High School is easily accessible by public transportation. The closest MBTA T stop is Community College\, Orange Line (13 min walk). The school is also served by the 92 bus line.\n\n \n \n\nDirections: \nPlease do not use the Medford St. Entrance! The entrance for the auditorium is on Polk St. \n\n \n \n\nAbout Oliver! JR: Oliver! JR. is the Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel\, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. \nThe streets of Victorian England come to live as Oliver\, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse\, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit\, the benevolent victim\, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout\, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back\, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. \nOliver! JR. is full of classic songs like “Consider Yourself”\, “Food Glorious Food”\, and “Oom-Pah-Pah”. Oliver! JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials also supplied by MTI. \n\n\n \n\n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/musical-theatre-troupe-presents-oliver-jr/2024-05-18/4/ LOCATION:Charlestown High School\, 240 Medford St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Oliver-Jr.-for-Web-Event-Pages.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T141500 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240105T213848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T131413Z UID:10000576-1716037200-1716041700@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Musical Theatre Troupe presents "Oliver! Jr." DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe presents “Oliver! Jr” \nMusical Theatre Troupe’s 12th season production of “Oliver! Jr” is coming up this May! The cast of 28 students\, ranging from grade 3 to 8\, met in late January to begin rehearsals. These budding Broadway stars come from 12 different schools and 7 different neighborhoods across Boston. Rehearsals take place in Charlestown at both the Charlestown Working Theater and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Performances will be at the Charlestown High School auditorium\, open to the public on May 17th and 18th. The production is directed and choreographed by NEMPAC’s Educational Programs Director\, Allie Carufel. \nJaime Castellanos will act as Music Director\, Lidia Pina as Stage Manager\, and Michaela Barczak\, NEMPAC’s Musical Theatre Program Director\, will act as Production Manager. Additionally\, NEMPAC provides opportunities for high school teens to gain experience working on a production in the stage crew\, as assistant stage managers\, or assistant directors. This year\, NEMPAC is hosting three teens on this production. \nThe Musical Theatre Troupe program provides an opportunity for students to learn\, create\, and perform in a fully staged musical production. They receive training in music/voice\, acting\, and choreography. With ample principal roles and tons of fun ensembles\, students have lots of chances to shine and learn\, helping them to progress in future years. The program always provides audition workshops before rehearsals begin and enrichment activities during rehearsals such as memorization stations\, character worksheets\, theatre games\, and more! This year\, the cast of students will be joined onstage during one of the big numbers by grade 1 and 2 students from our younger musical theatre and dance classes as part of the new “Junior Troupers” program.  \nView Full Digital Program Here \n\nPerformance Dates: \nFriday\, May 17th at 6 p.m. \nSaturday\, May 18th at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. \nLocation: \nCharlestown High School Auditorium \n240 Medford St. (Use Polk St. Entrance!) \nCharlestown\, MA 02129 \nTickets: \n$15 General Admission \n$12 Students under 12 \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE STARTING APRIL 25 \nQuestions? Email Michaela at theatre@nempacboston.org \nThings to Note: \n\nDoors will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. \nOnline Ticket Sales end 2 hours prior to the start of the show. At door ticket sales will be available at that time\, pending availability\nThere is no assigned seating – seats are first come first serve.\nThere is no eating or drinking (besides water) in the auditorium. All beverages and food must be consumed in the lobby.\n\nParking & Public Transportation:\nThere is street parking on Medford St in Charlestown. Charlestown High School is easily accessible by public transportation. The closest MBTA T stop is Community College\, Orange Line (13 min walk). The school is also served by the 92 bus line.\n\n \n \n\nDirections: \nPlease do not use the Medford St. Entrance! The entrance for the auditorium is on Polk St. \n\n \n \n\nAbout Oliver! JR: Oliver! JR. is the Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel\, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. \nThe streets of Victorian England come to live as Oliver\, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse\, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit\, the benevolent victim\, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout\, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back\, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. \nOliver! JR. is full of classic songs like “Consider Yourself”\, “Food Glorious Food”\, and “Oom-Pah-Pah”. Oliver! JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials also supplied by MTI. \n\n\n \n\n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/musical-theatre-troupe-presents-oliver-jr/2024-05-18/3/ LOCATION:Charlestown High School\, 240 Medford St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Oliver-Jr.-for-Web-Event-Pages.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T191500 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240105T213848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T131413Z UID:10000575-1715968800-1715973300@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Musical Theatre Troupe presents "Oliver! Jr." DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe presents “Oliver! Jr” \nMusical Theatre Troupe’s 12th season production of “Oliver! Jr” is coming up this May! The cast of 28 students\, ranging from grade 3 to 8\, met in late January to begin rehearsals. These budding Broadway stars come from 12 different schools and 7 different neighborhoods across Boston. Rehearsals take place in Charlestown at both the Charlestown Working Theater and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Performances will be at the Charlestown High School auditorium\, open to the public on May 17th and 18th. The production is directed and choreographed by NEMPAC’s Educational Programs Director\, Allie Carufel. \nJaime Castellanos will act as Music Director\, Lidia Pina as Stage Manager\, and Michaela Barczak\, NEMPAC’s Musical Theatre Program Director\, will act as Production Manager. Additionally\, NEMPAC provides opportunities for high school teens to gain experience working on a production in the stage crew\, as assistant stage managers\, or assistant directors. This year\, NEMPAC is hosting three teens on this production. \nThe Musical Theatre Troupe program provides an opportunity for students to learn\, create\, and perform in a fully staged musical production. They receive training in music/voice\, acting\, and choreography. With ample principal roles and tons of fun ensembles\, students have lots of chances to shine and learn\, helping them to progress in future years. The program always provides audition workshops before rehearsals begin and enrichment activities during rehearsals such as memorization stations\, character worksheets\, theatre games\, and more! This year\, the cast of students will be joined onstage during one of the big numbers by grade 1 and 2 students from our younger musical theatre and dance classes as part of the new “Junior Troupers” program.  \nView Full Digital Program Here \n\nPerformance Dates: \nFriday\, May 17th at 6 p.m. \nSaturday\, May 18th at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. \nLocation: \nCharlestown High School Auditorium \n240 Medford St. (Use Polk St. Entrance!) \nCharlestown\, MA 02129 \nTickets: \n$15 General Admission \n$12 Students under 12 \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE STARTING APRIL 25 \nQuestions? Email Michaela at theatre@nempacboston.org \nThings to Note: \n\nDoors will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. \nOnline Ticket Sales end 2 hours prior to the start of the show. At door ticket sales will be available at that time\, pending availability\nThere is no assigned seating – seats are first come first serve.\nThere is no eating or drinking (besides water) in the auditorium. All beverages and food must be consumed in the lobby.\n\nParking & Public Transportation:\nThere is street parking on Medford St in Charlestown. Charlestown High School is easily accessible by public transportation. The closest MBTA T stop is Community College\, Orange Line (13 min walk). The school is also served by the 92 bus line.\n\n \n \n\nDirections: \nPlease do not use the Medford St. Entrance! The entrance for the auditorium is on Polk St. \n\n \n \n\nAbout Oliver! JR: Oliver! JR. is the Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel\, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. \nThe streets of Victorian England come to live as Oliver\, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse\, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit\, the benevolent victim\, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout\, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back\, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. \nOliver! JR. is full of classic songs like “Consider Yourself”\, “Food Glorious Food”\, and “Oom-Pah-Pah”. Oliver! JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials also supplied by MTI. \n\n\n \n\n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/musical-theatre-troupe-presents-oliver-jr/2024-05-17/ LOCATION:Charlestown High School\, 240 Medford St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Oliver-Jr.-for-Web-Event-Pages.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T162531 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T162531 DTSTAMP:20260423T100723 CREATED:20240105T213848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T131413Z UID:10000578-1713543931-1713543931@nempacboston.org SUMMARY:Musical Theatre Troupe presents "Oliver! Jr." DESCRIPTION:NEMPAC Musical Theatre Troupe presents “Oliver! Jr” \nMusical Theatre Troupe’s 12th season production of “Oliver! Jr” is coming up this May! The cast of 28 students\, ranging from grade 3 to 8\, met in late January to begin rehearsals. These budding Broadway stars come from 12 different schools and 7 different neighborhoods across Boston. Rehearsals take place in Charlestown at both the Charlestown Working Theater and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Performances will be at the Charlestown High School auditorium\, open to the public on May 17th and 18th. The production is directed and choreographed by NEMPAC’s Educational Programs Director\, Allie Carufel. \nJaime Castellanos will act as Music Director\, Lidia Pina as Stage Manager\, and Michaela Barczak\, NEMPAC’s Musical Theatre Program Director\, will act as Production Manager. Additionally\, NEMPAC provides opportunities for high school teens to gain experience working on a production in the stage crew\, as assistant stage managers\, or assistant directors. This year\, NEMPAC is hosting three teens on this production. \nThe Musical Theatre Troupe program provides an opportunity for students to learn\, create\, and perform in a fully staged musical production. They receive training in music/voice\, acting\, and choreography. With ample principal roles and tons of fun ensembles\, students have lots of chances to shine and learn\, helping them to progress in future years. The program always provides audition workshops before rehearsals begin and enrichment activities during rehearsals such as memorization stations\, character worksheets\, theatre games\, and more! This year\, the cast of students will be joined onstage during one of the big numbers by grade 1 and 2 students from our younger musical theatre and dance classes as part of the new “Junior Troupers” program.  \nView Full Digital Program Here \n\nPerformance Dates: \nFriday\, May 17th at 6 p.m. \nSaturday\, May 18th at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. \nLocation: \nCharlestown High School Auditorium \n240 Medford St. (Use Polk St. Entrance!) \nCharlestown\, MA 02129 \nTickets: \n$15 General Admission \n$12 Students under 12 \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE STARTING APRIL 25 \nQuestions? Email Michaela at theatre@nempacboston.org \nThings to Note: \n\nDoors will open 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. \nOnline Ticket Sales end 2 hours prior to the start of the show. At door ticket sales will be available at that time\, pending availability\nThere is no assigned seating – seats are first come first serve.\nThere is no eating or drinking (besides water) in the auditorium. All beverages and food must be consumed in the lobby.\n\nParking & Public Transportation:\nThere is street parking on Medford St in Charlestown. Charlestown High School is easily accessible by public transportation. The closest MBTA T stop is Community College\, Orange Line (13 min walk). The school is also served by the 92 bus line.\n\n \n \n\nDirections: \nPlease do not use the Medford St. Entrance! The entrance for the auditorium is on Polk St. \n\n \n \n\nAbout Oliver! JR: Oliver! JR. is the Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel\, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. \nThe streets of Victorian England come to live as Oliver\, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse\, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit\, the benevolent victim\, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout\, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back\, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family. \nOliver! JR. is full of classic songs like “Consider Yourself”\, “Food Glorious Food”\, and “Oom-Pah-Pah”. Oliver! JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials also supplied by MTI. \n\n\n \n\n  URL:https://nempacboston.org/event/musical-theatre-troupe-presents-oliver-jr/2024-04-19/ LOCATION:Charlestown High School\, 240 Medford St\, Charlestown\, MA\, 02129\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Student Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nempacboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Oliver-Jr.-for-Web-Event-Pages.png ORGANIZER;CN="NEMPAC":MAILTO:info@nempacboston.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR