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THE HANOVER THEATRE AND CONSERVATORY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

2 Southbridge St.
Worcester, MA 01608

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
12/17 - 12/28/2025


Run time: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including intermission About the Show Adapted by Main Stage Artistic Director, Troy Siebels, The Hanover Theatre proudly ...

Dance Theatre of Harlem


Presented in collaboration with Music Worcester Now a singular presence in the ballet world, the Dance Theatre of Harlem Company tours nationally and internationally, presenting ...



Broadway In Worcester Named Resident Company Of Worcester's JMAC


by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 12, 2025

​The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts has named Broadway in Worcester as an official resident company of the Jean McDonough Arts Center....

THE SOUND OF MUSIC & More Lead Boston's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows


by Team BWW - October 31, 2025

Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include The Sound of Music and more....

Jonathan McPhee and Dance Theatre of Harlem Will Lead Hanover Theatre's THE NUTCRACKER


by Stephi Wild - October 21, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts announced that Jonathan McPhee, Conductor Emeritus of the Boston Ballet and Music Director at the Lexington Symphony, will lead this year's production of The Nutcracker....

John Little and Terance Reddick Will Lead Hanover Theatre's 18th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL


by Stephi Wild - October 15, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts announced the full cast for its 18th annual production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, running on the main stage....

A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at The Hanover Theatre This Holiday Season


by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 25, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts will present the classic Charles Dickens' masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, will return to the main stage with an all-new production. Learn more!...

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Returns to The Hanover Theatre in June


by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2025

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcasting by Teseracte Players returns with anticipation to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts Friday, June 13, 2025....

Pink Martini, Silent Film, Irish Dancing and 70s Pop Come to The Hanover Theatre


by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2025

Music takes centerstage at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts accompanying our upcoming silent film screening, fall rock & roll concerts, Irish dancing, and more. ...

The Hanover Theatre Reveals Inaugural Dance Subscription Series For 2025-2026 Season


by A.A. Cristi - April 14, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced its first ever subscription series for dance in the 2025-2026 season. Featuring Parsons Dance, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Cirque Kalabanté, and more....

The Hanover Theatre Reveals Inaugural Dance Subscription Series For 2025-2026 Season


by A.A. Cristi - April 14, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced its first ever subscription series for dance in the 2025-2026 season. Featuring Parsons Dance, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Cirque Kalabanté, and more....

SIX, CHICAGO, And More Set for Hanover Theatre 2025-2026 Broadway Season


by A.A. Cristi - April 14, 2025

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced the upcoming 2025-2026 Broadway season. Subscriptions are on sale now....

Past Shows

 The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
11/28 - 11/30/2025


Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission Experience the dazzling lighting and scenery by Broadway designers!  Featuring live music from ...

Complexions Contemporary Ballet


Led by dance icons Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson,  Complexions Contemporary Ballet  has awakened audiences to a new, exciting genre with their singular approach of ...

SIX
SIX
10/14 - 10/19/2025


80 minutes no intermission.  Tickets are only available by subscription at this time. Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, ...

SIX
SIX
10/14 - 7/19/2025


80 minutes no intermission.  Tickets are only available by subscription at this time. Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, ...

Come From Away
Come From Away
4/11 - 4/13/2025


Broadway’s Come From Away is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of ...

Dear Evan Hansen
Dear Evan Hansen
1/10 - 1/12/2025


Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by  The Washington Post  and “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond” by  NBC ...

A Christmas Carol
12/15 - 12/22/2024


A Christmas Carol returns to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts from December 15 to December 22, featuring John Little as Ebenezer ...

Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations


Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptationsis the electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical thatfollows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of ...

THT Rep presents Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare


“If music be the food of love, play on!” Directed by Brendon Fox. Playing in rotating rep with Judith by Katie Bender. In this romantic ...

THT Rep presents Judith
THT Rep presents Judith
4/13 - 5/3/2024


"Let me imagine, since facts are so hard to come by, what would have happened had Shakespeare had a wonderfully gifted sister, called Judith, let ...

A Jagged Little Pill Panel Discussion


The Hanover Theatre’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee Presents A Jagged Little Pill Panel Discussion, Important conversations with mental health care professionals and company ...

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood LIVE!


DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE: KING FOR A DAY! 85 minutes, including a 15 minute intermission The  grr-ific  musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is ...

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'®


The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit show Menopause the Musical®! All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit  Menopause The Musical ® is finally ...

Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees Tribute


The World's #1 Tribute to the Bee Gees STAYIN’ ALIVE  offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing ...

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
12/16 - 12/23/2023


Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, our annual production returns to the main stage with timeless music, ...

A Christmas Carol Sensory Friendly Performace


Celebrate the holiday season with New England’s largest production of Charles Dickens’  A Christmas Carol . You know the story and love the message, but you’ll ...

The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
11/24 - 11/26/2023


Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family! Experience the dazzling new lighting and scenery by Broadway designers! ...

Chicago
Chicago
11/14


2023 marks the band’s 56th consecutive year of touring! Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock ...

Pretty Woman: The Musical
Pretty Woman: The Musical
11/10 - 11/12/2023


One subscription gets you one ticket to each of the six shows in the  Broadway Series . Don’t miss out on the best seats at ...

Mania: The ABBA Tribute


Mania: The ABBA Tribute brings one of the greatest pop phenomena back to life… From London’s West End to Las Vegas, MANIA The ABBA Tribute ...

Get The Led Out


November 3rd 2023, 7:30 pm A Celebration of "The Mighty Zep" From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical,  Get The Led Out ...

Get The Led Out


November 3rd 2023, 7:30 pm A Celebration of "The Mighty Zep" From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical,  Get The Led Out ...

Brian Regan


"The Funniest Stand-Up Alive" Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree, Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country, with  Vanity Fai r calling Brian ...

THT Rep presents The Return of the Edgar Allen Poe Double Header


Featuring  The Tell-Tale Heart  and  The Cask of Amontillado …  plus a killer encore, new this year! Limited run! Three nights only! Due to popular ...

THT Rep presents The Glass Menagerie


A family drama of great tenderness, charm, and beauty. The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THTRep) presents  The Glass Menagerie  - an icon of the American theater. ...

Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power


October 21st 2023, 1:00 pm October 21st 2023, 4:00 pm Member on sale 5/2 at 10AM Public on sale 5/5 at 10AM It’s going to ...

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless


Armed with nothing but their sharp wit, comedians Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood take to the live stage to create hilarious and original scenes in ...

Kansas: Another Fork in the Road 50th Anniversary Tour


With a legendary career spanning five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This “garage band” from Topeka ...

Penn & Teller present The Foolers


An evening of jaw-dropping illusions curated by Penn & Teller Step right up and prepare to be amazed! We are thrilled to announce a spellbinding ...

Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes


Nicolas Reyes has been the leader and co-founder of the Gipsy Kings for well over 30 years. In the past three decades, they have dominated ...

Titans of '80s Rock Tribute Show


Relive the excitement of the era and let's party like it’s 1989! If you saw the Titans of ’80s Rock Tribute Show here at The ...

The Sixties Show


A Show About Time Traveling Back to The 1960’s, Based Around the Greatest 1960’s Musical Re Creation Concert…Ever. In addition to the concert experience, the ...

Engelbert Humperdinck: All About Love Tour


In a career spanning over 50 years, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum, four ...

The Australian Pink Floyd Show


Selling 4 million tickets worldwide The Australian Pink Floyd Show gave its first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988. Since then, they have performed ...

Christopher Cross and Justin Hayward


Two of music's most iconic voices, live on stage! Christopher Cross Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning ...

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcasting by Teseracte Players


I would like, if I may, to take you on a strange journey. Ever wonder what has kept crowds coming to see the  Rocky Horror ...

Burned: Protecting the Protectors


Ethereal Films and Last Call Foundation invite you for a special film screening and expert panel about one person’s arduous quest for truth about cancer ...

Music Worcester presents: Sam Bush


There is only one consensus pick of peers and predecessors, of the traditionalists, the rebels, and the next gen devotees, for bluegrass music's ultimate inside ...

Celebrating Billy Joel: America's Piano Man


This band plays tribute to one of the foremost songwriters of the twentieth century, Billy Joel, who's music is beloved around the world. This year ...

Madagascar The Musical


Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular. This smash hit ...

Lewis Black: Off the Rails


Known as the King of Rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and finger pointing to expose the absurdities of life. His ...

Champions of Magic: The Worldwide Wonders Tour


Break away from the screen and experience live entertainment like never before with  Champions of Magic , an evening of impossible illusions and spectacular special ...

Jesus Christ Superstar
Jesus Christ Superstar
4/27 - 4/30/2023


  Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open ...

The Stories of Hansel & Gretel and Peter & the Wolf


Our annual family concert has become a beloved Worcester tradition. This year we bring the music to life through dance. The Hanover Theatre Conservatory Youth ...

Matt Fraser America's Top Psychic Medium


Matt Fraser is Americas Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment.His sold-out live events, television appearances, and spiritual teachings ...

Llama Llama Red Pajama Live!


“Llama Llama Red Pajama Live!”, a new musical by Bay Area Children’s Theatre (BACT) inspired by the best-selling Llama, Llama Red Pajama series of picture ...

Shen Yun
Shen Yun
1/14 - 1/15/2023


Experience the Beauty and Wonder of China Before Communism – A performance that truly matters. This is what you've been waiting for. 2023 is the ...

Get the Led Out


From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin ...

Hip Hop Nutcracker


A holiday mash-up for the whole family, The Hip Hop Nutcracker returns to the stage for its seventh season on tour. Directed and choreographed by ...

A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
12/17 - 12/23/2022


Celebrate the holiday season with New Englands largest production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring ...

WGBH presents A Christmas Celtic Sojourn with Brian O'Donovan


Now celebrating two decades of holiday performances. Approximately 2 hrs including intermission. Brian O’Donovan’s A Celtic Sojourn has entertained and enlightened radio audiences since 1986. ...

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox: A Very Postmodern Christmas


When New York City pianist Scott Bradlee created Postmodern Jukebox out of a basement in Queens in 2011, his goal was simple: to remake the ...

We Three Kings: An Irish Tenors Christmas


The Godfathers of Irish repertoire.The Irish Tenors powerful vocal line-up of Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Declan Kelly are unquestionably the leading brand of this ...

Pavlo in Concert - The Santorini Tour


A fundraiser to support the Alzheimer Association! Sponsored by Infinity MedSpa.For one night only, the world renowned PAVLO is performing live in concert at The ...

Chelsea Handler: Vaccinated and Horny Tour


Vaccinated and Horny TourChelsea Handler is a comedian, television host, best-selling author and advocate whose humor and candor have established her as one of the ...

The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
11/25 - 11/27/2022


Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family!Experience the dazzling new lighting and scenery by Broadway designers! Kick ...

Kevin James
Kevin James
11/11 - 11/12/2022


Kevin James might be best known now as the star of The King of Queens, but his comedy career started well before that as a ...

Kevin James
Kevin James
11/11


Kevin James might be best known now as the star of The King of Queens, but his comedy career started well before that as a ...

Get the Led Out


From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) havecaptured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin ...

Warren Miller's Daymaker


Kick off winter with Warren Millers 73rd annual film, Daymaker.From Alaska to Greece, British Columbias Monashee mountains and beyond, the 73rd annual ski and snowboard ...

Cookies and Tea with Clara from The Nutcracker


Seating Times 10:30am – 11:30am 12:00pm – 1:00pm 1:30pm – 2:30pm 3:00pm – 4:00pm Clara and her friends invite you for a special meet-and-greet tea ...

Disney's Aladdin
Disney's Aladdin
11/3 - 11/6/2022


An extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ...

Exhibit This! presented by THTC Youth Acting Company


The Museum has come to life! A fast-paced series of SIX comedic plays and SIX monologues based on 50+ real-life exhibits. Paintings, sculptures & antiquities ...

Mania – The ABBA Tribute


Mania The ABBA Tribute brings one of the greatest pop phenomena back to lifeFrom Londons West End to Las Vegas, MANIA the ABBA tribute (Formerly ...

THT Rep presents The Edgar Allan Poe Double Header


The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado Limited run! Three nights only! Originally staged in October 2020 for socially-distanced audiences, The Edgar Allan Poe ...

Titans of '80s Rock Tribute Show


Relive the excitement of the era and let's party like it’s 1989! If you saw the Titans of ’80s Rock Tribute Show here at The ...

Peppa Pig's Adventure


Come join Peppa on an exciting camping trip in the woods with George and her school friends,including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With ...

Mean Girls
Mean Girls
10/12 - 10/16/2022


October 12th 2022, 7:30 pm October 13th 2022, 7:30 pm October 14th 2022, 8:00 pm October 15th 2022, 2:00 pm October 15th 2022, 8:00 pm ...

THT Rep presents Macbeth
THT Rep presents Macbeth
9/29 - 10/15/2022


MACBETH by William ShakespeareFair is foul in this fast-paced take on Shakespeares iconic tragedy. Cut to a swift 90 minutes and helmed by THT Reps ...

ŚLASK TOUR - Around the World in 80 Minutes


The Ensemble is named after the Silesia region (lsk in Polish), and the name of its founder to commemorate his undeniable contribution to the greatness ...

Tootsie
Tootsie
9/29 - 10/2/2022


September 29th 2022, 7:30 pmSeptember 30th 2022, 8:00 pmOctober 1st 2022, 2:00 pmOctober 1st 2022, 8:00 pmOctober 2nd 2022, 1:00 pmOctober 2nd 2022, 6:30 pmLaugh-out-loud ...

Piff the Magic Dragon and Puddles Pity Party


Piff the Magic Dragon, accompanied by his sidekick Mr. Piffles, the worlds only magic performing chihuahua, has won several Best of Las Vegas awards for ...

Jerry Seinfeld


September 10, 2022 7:00 PMSeptember 10, 2022 9:30 PMJerry Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life ...

One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullens and the Works


Come join us for this spectacular rock show recreating all of your favorites from Queen.WE WILL ROCK YOUIn 2000, Gary Mullen won ITVs Stars In ...

Josh Gates Live! An Evening of Legends, Mysteries, and Tales of Adventure


Join explorer, talk show host, and author Josh Gates from Discovery Channels smash-hit series, Expedition Unknown and Josh Gates Tonight for an evening of adventure! ...

Gordon Lightfoot


"I can't think of any Gordon Lightfoot song I don't like. Every time I hear a song of his, I wish it would last forever. ...

Celebrating Billy Joel - America's Piano Man 50 Years of Billy


This band plays tribute to one of the foremost songwriters of the twentieth century, Billy Joel, who's music is beloved around the world.Eclectic, but always ...

Blippi The Musical


It's a bird, it's a tractorit's BLIPPI THE MUSICAL!Blippi The Musical brings the energetic and loveable character Blippi off thescreen and onto the stage with ...

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band


Throughout his career, Ringo Starr has received nine Grammy Awards and has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame first as ...

STOMP
STOMP
5/31


The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything ...

Trolls LIVE!
Trolls LIVE!
5/21 - 5/22/2022


Four shows! May 21-22, 2022The journey begins when the Trolls Hug Time is unexpectedly put at risk. Knowing that the only way to save it ...

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live! Neighbor Day


In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of ...

One Night of Queen performed by Gary Mullen & the Works


In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITVs Stars In Their Eyes Live Grand Final, with the largest number of votes ever received in the shows history. ...

Music Worcester presents: An Evening with Itzhak Perlman


Today's most preeminent classical violinist.One of the worlds most respected violinists and music educators, Itzhak Perlman has reached out to new audiences throughout his storied ...

Bert Kreischer: The Berty Boy Relapse Tour


Kreischer is known for his unique brand of comedy, which interweaves party-boy antics with humorous anecdotes about family and fatherhood. Currently, Kreischer is filming Legendary ...

Brit Floyd World Tour 2022


Having performed over 1,000 shows since its launch in Liverpool, England in January 2011, Brit Floyd have circled the world, sold out tours across, Europe, ...

Shen Yun
Shen Yun
3/19


Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China.Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance ...

WGBH presents A St. Patrick's Day Sojourn with Brian O'Donovan


Celebrate St. Patricks Day with the finest in Celtic music and dance.For the past decade, the A St. Patricks Day Celtic Sojourn concerts have introduced ...

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers


Its The Red Hot Chilli PIPERS (NOT the Peppers!) -- a 9-piece ensemble consisting of pipers, guitarists, keyboards, and drummers -- who have been rocking ...

Macbeth presented by The Hanover Theatre Conservatory's Youth Acting Company


A trio of otherworldly spirits prophesize that Macbeth, the beloved war general, will someday be king. Consumed by ambition and coerced by the Lady Macbeth, ...

Chloé Arnold's Syncopated Ladies LIVE


Syncopated Ladies...Reintroduce Tap to Popular Culture, and Make It Relevant...The New York TimesSyncopated Ladies is a Female Tap Dance Band widely known for their viral ...

The Choir of Man


Known across the globe as the ultimate feel-good show, THE CHOIR OF MAN offers over 90-minutes of non-stop adrenaline-packed powerhouse vocals, hair-raising harmonies, and foot-stomping ...

Mystery Science Theater 3000 Live: Time Bubble Tour


Following the wildly successful Watch Out for Snakes! Tour in 2017, the 30th Anniversary Tour in 2018, and The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour in ...

Menopause The Musical®


The Hilarious Celebration of Women and the Change! Come join our sisterhood! Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black ...

Ricky Duran


Join us in the celebration of our local rising star!You watched him pour his heart out on The Voice. Now, soul singer Ricky Duran brings ...

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