by R. Scott Reedy - May 20, 2026
Playwright Luis Alfaro aimed high when he decided to bring Sophocles’ “Oedipus Rex” from 429 BC into the 21st century with “Oedipus El Rey,” his contemporary retelling of the Greek tragedy set in a Los Angeles barrio....
by R. Scott Reedy - May 17, 2026
What did our critic think of JON BATISTE BRINGS HIS MUSICAL GENIUS TO BOSTON POPS at Symphony Hall?...
by R. Scott Reedy - May 14, 2026
When it comes to playwrights and poets, William Shakespeare towers above everyone else who has ever put pen to paper. After all, he is the greatest writer ever in the English language, and his 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and three long narrative poems have been translated into virtually every living lang...
by R. Scott Reedy - May 06, 2026
In most, if not all, other mountings of “Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” Tracy Turnblad is tucked under her bedcovers when audiences first see the young heroine, ready to show off her high-teased bouffant and let loose with the first notes of the rousing opener, “Good Morning, Baltimore.”...
by R. Scott Reedy - May 04, 2026
What did our critic think of GEM OF THE OCEAN at Actors' Shakespeare Project?...
by R. Scott Reedy - May 01, 2026
The musical “Swept Away” tells the story of four whalers shipwrecked off New Bedford in 1888, making it especially resonant for local audiences, who can experience the musical drama in a well crafted New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage Company in the Virginia Wimberly Theatre at the Calderwo...
by Christopher Verleger - April 13, 2026
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you say the name Eartha Kitt? Those of us who are even remotely familiar with the late singer-dancer-actress will most likely say Catwoman, the iconic feline femme fatale she portrayed in the 1967 season of the ‘Batman’ television series, or her o...
by R. Scott Reedy - April 14, 2026
Seven years ago, an already hot summer in Boston heated up even more during a pre-Broadway tryout of a truncated version of playwright Matthew Lombardo’s “Tea at Five” at the Huntington Theatre when its star, Academy Award winner Faye Dunaway, was fired after allegations that she physically an...
by R. Scott Reedy - April 11, 2026
What did our critic think of BREAKING THE CODE at Central Square Theater?...
by R. Scott Reedy - April 05, 2026
What did our critic think of ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS at The Lyric Stage Company Of Boston?...
Past Shows
The Umbrella Arts Center is proud to continue its Concert Series with our next Broadway star, Megan Hilty!Most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat...
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy...
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of TICK, TICK… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**....
The Umbrella Arts Center proudly presents the Boston-area premiere of The Counter, a riveting new play by acclaimed playwright Meghan Kennedy, directed by Alex Lonati....
Based on the beloved film that took home the Audience Award at The Sundance Film Festival, The Umbrella Stage Company’s The Spitfire Grill follows the journey of...
The Umbrella Stage Company presents the New England premiere of Mohegan theatre-maker Madeline Sayet’s ground-breaking one-woman show, Where We Belong.
A musical jaunt full of humor, heart, and self-discovery that reminds us of the importance of life's simple moments and the power of human connection
Potent, provocative and immersive new multimedia stage adaptation of Paddy Chayefsky’s chillingly prescient cinematic masterpiece
Heartwarming hit musical based on the beloved film that will have you rooting for these down-on-their-luck pals from Buffalo!
An evening in Big Cherry – a small town in anywhere USA – and the city council meeting unravels in real time, unmasking undercurrents that...
Jeremy Jordan, award-winning actor and musician, joins The Umbrella Arts Center for our annual Broadway Concert!With his effortless and soaring voice, Jordan takes audiences on...
The Umbrella Stage Company in partnership with Firebird Pops Orchestra is thrilled to announce the return of our holiday pops concert!Together with the Firebird Vox...
The subject of centuries-old, sing-song villainy, Lizzie Borden turns searing rock anthem anti-hero and has audiences raging in their seats at The Umbrella Arts Center
The Umbrella Stage Company presents the musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic novel, The Color Purple, and the 1985 film by Steven Spielberg.The...
MARCH 31 - APRIL 23Middleton Heights is a dark comedy that follows Meena and her Filipino family as they assimilate to life in a fictional...
The Umbrella Arts Center is thrilled to present Tony® Award-winner and five-time Tony® Award nominee Laura Benanti in an intimate concert performance -- two nights...
The Umbrella Stage Company will rock Metrowest with an electric new production of Jonathan Larson's iconic musical, RENT, running Nov. 11-Dec. 4, 2022.Directed by Julia Deter (Hedwig and...
“One of this Fall’s 10 Shows to See” – Don Aucoin, The Boston Globe"Abundantly clever...a rip-roaring production" -- Michael Dale, Broadway WorldOne hundred and twenty five years after its...
Treehouse Shakers The Boy Who Grew FlowersBased on the Barefoot Books Picture Book By Jen WojtowiczPlay Adaption by Mara McEwinThe Boy Who Grew Flowers is...
The Colored Museum has electrified, discomforted, and delighted audiences of all colors, redefining our ideas of what it means to be Black in contemporary America....
April 15 - May 8, 2022 (no performance 4/17) Shows on Fridays & Saturdays 8PM; Sundays 3PM Adapted by James Magruder Concept and Original Book...
The Umbrella Arts Centers beloved holiday concert returns the mainstage after last seasons virtual presentation. Familiar faces and Umbrella Stage Company favorites will return to...
The Umbrella invites adventure lovers of all ages to set sail with us on a high-energy, family-friendly epic that combines live, narrative folk music, puppetry,...
Fate plays its hand in this fresh, intimate staging of Audrey Cefaly's romantic comedy, featuring original songs by Matthew M. Nielson and directed for The...
Written by Kevin CironeDirected by Michelle AguillonJake hosts a successful online podcast that combines gaming and sharing viewpoints on everything from pop culture to politics....
A Virtual Concert by The Umbrella Stage CompanyFeaturing:Jess AndraVanessa CalantropoDwayne P. MitchellKara Chu NelsonAnthony Pires, Jr.With original poetry by SarahMae and Xinef AfriamMusic Directed by...
In the short play, "Scentsation" by Hortense Gerardo, and directed by Nancy Curran Willis, medical doctor Lily (Michelle Aguillon) learns her recent ex-partner (Dustin Teuber)...
Join us as we welcome back some of The Umbrella Stage Company's favorite alumni for a virtual mini-concert. Performing from their own homes, these familiar...
Written by Hortense Gerardo Directed by Michelle Aguillon Starring Naomi Ibasitas, Ankur Singh, and Shani Farrell In this streamed production, Angela invites Blaine and Chet...
March 18, 8PM@Home Coffee HouseA Virtual CabaretJoin The Umbrella Stage Company for a special Women's History Month edition of our @Home Coffee House virtual cabaret...
A Special Black History Month Edition in collaboration with The Robbins House Thursday February 25th at 8 pm Directed by Barbara Pierre Accompanied by David...
Join The Umbrella Stage Company for Holidays Under The Umbrella, a festive virtual music event in which some of our favorite performers from past seasons...
Join us as we welcome back some of The Umbrella's favorite alumni for a virtual mini-concert. Performing from their own homes, these familiar faces will...
November 12, 8PMRestricted Capacity: RSVP REQUIREDAsian/American in Harvard SquareWritten by Rosanna Yamagiwa AlfaroDirected by Michelle AguillonAsian/American in Harvard Square is a series of vignettes focusing...
NEW VIRTUAL CABARET SERIES! Join us as we welcome back some of The Umbrella Stage Company's favorite alumni for a virtual mini-concert. Talented performers including...
NEW PLAY PREMIERE!In this engaging new family drama written for virtual performance, Jason aspires to make a presence online with his unboxing videos. He is...
NEW VIRTUAL CABARET SERIES! Join us as we welcome back some of The Umbrella Stage Company's favorite alumni for a virtual mini-concert. The talented Jess...
In the midst of COVID-19, 82-year-old Henry is diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Referred by his doctor for nutrition education, Henry reluctantly starts weekly meetings...
Based on the book by Natalie Babbitt, which also inspired a 2002 Disney movie, this magical, musical adventure is fun for the whole family and...
Winner of both the Pulitzer and the Tony Award, August Wilson's FENCES is a true American masterpiece. Deeply affecting and a profound theatrical experience, FENCES...
The grand opening production in The Umbrella Stage Company's newly constructed mainstage theater in Concord Center is a moment to celebrate ... and 42nd STREET...
Music and Lyrics by Jeff Marx and Robert LopezBook by Jeff WhittyDirected by Brian BorutaMusic Directed by James MurphyChoreographed by Lara Finn Winner of the...
By Susan KimAdapted from the Novel by Amy TanProduced by Brian BorutaDirected by Michelle AguillonTHE JOY LUCK CLUB tells the story of four older Chinese-American...
Videos
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame Wheaton College - Watson Fine Arts (6/05-6/14) |
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The Spongebob Musical Stageworks Arts (5/30-6/07) |
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Eureka Day Theatre Workshop of Nantucket (6/04-6/20) |
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"Grief...A Comedy" Mahaiwe Theater (6/12-6/13) PHOTOS |
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Rock of Ages North Shore Music Theatre (8/12-8/23) VIDEOS |
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Jon Cleary and The Absolute Monster Gentlemen Payomet Performing Arts Center (8/15-8/15) |
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Ella Mae Dixon presents 'Swingin' Showtunes!' Payomet Performing Arts Center (8/06-8/06) |
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DALLOWAY: FIRST LOVE Gloucester Stage Company (8/13-8/29) |
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Patty Larkin and Lucy Kaplansky Payomet Performing Arts Center (8/09-8/09) |
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Adia & Clora Snatch Joy Huntington Theatre (11/24-12/13) |
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