Coastline Ballet Center and Marblehead Little Theatre
Proudly Present
The LAND of SWEETS
Act II of
the Nutcracker
Music by
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Choreographed by Jessica Kreyer and Paval Gurevich
The second act of "The Nutcracker Suite," Clara and Prince, arrive at the Land of Sweets where they are welcomed by the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Friday, December 13 at 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 14 at 4:00 and 6:00 pm
Sunday, December 15 at 4:00 and 6:00 pm
Program with Bios
Own a Piece of the Little Women Set
The Cast of Little Women
Little Women Sunday Brunch at The Beacon Restaurant
Sponsorship Opportunities
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Book by Allan Knee
Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Produced by Andrew Barnett, Anthony Lombardi, Elaine Leahy
Directed by Alexandra Dietrich
Music Directed by Lianne Bunting
Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.
All shows are sold out.
Doors open at 1:40pm for the 2:00pm Matinees and at 7:10pm for the 7:30 evening shows.
Retail Value $1200 - Starting Bid $200
Auction at Bidding Owl
Marblehead artist Alicia Cohen faithfully reproduces the owl artwork that is painted on the fireplace at Louisa May Alcott's home Orchard House in Concord. Massachusetts. The original owl was painted by Abigail May Alcott, the youngest Alcott sister. Abigail May trained as an artist in Boston and Europe. She was one of the few successful female professional artists of her time. Alicia painted the screen in acrylics on plywood. The screen measures roughly 48 inches fully open and roughly 36 inches high. Alicia is an award-winning Marblehead artist, well-known for her extraordinary and detailed portraits of animals. You can see additional examples of her artwork at www.thepaintgirl.net
Own a Piece of the little Women Story
Little Women Read Aloud
Saturday, February 8 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
In partnership with Abbot Public Library, we are holding a free Read-Aloud event featuring 10 minute selections from Louisa May Alcott's novel in the Scully Salon at the library.
This event will feature a warm and glowing fire, cast members, light refreshments, and a variety of readers of the novel.
Abbot Public Library Little Women Read Aloud
Little Women Sunday Brunch - Feb 23 and March 2
MLT's restaurant partner, The Beacon Restaurant, invites you to enjoy a special Sunday brunch celebrating Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. Feb 23 & March 2 from 11am to 1pm.
For reservations, call 781-631-0180
The Beacon Restaurant and Bar
Ticket holders for that day's show receive a 10% discount.
Little Women
Is presented through special arrangement wi Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
A View from the Bridge , by Arthur Miller
Produced by Julie Menard
Directed by Kolton Bradley
A View From The Bridge is the story about longshoreman Eddie Carbone, his wife Beatrice, and his seventeen-year-old niece, Catherine.
Beatrice invites her two illegal immigrant cousins to live with them until better accommodations can be arranged. Their impact on the household is felt immediately.
The play asks, how do we find commonality between different people? What is the experience of immigrating to the United States? How do you cope with being part of a larger society, but still hold on to your roots? In our current political climate, A View From The Bridge is as topical and relevant as it was when it first opened in 1956.
A View from the Bridge
Program
A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)
Written by Bertolt Brecht
Translated by George Tabori
Revised by Alistair Beaton
Directed by Greg Mancusi Ungaro
Written in the ‘30s, set in the ’20s, Bertolt Brecht’s epic gangster play was conceived to warn America about the preciousness of democracy. Through powerful, transparent allegory, Brecht shows us the path of an ordinary grifter, as he rises from obscurity to the pinnacle of power. This satire is a dark commentary of the perils of unchecked power.
Group Tickets!
Marblehead Little Theatre encourages students (college theater majors and other majors) to see this thought-provoking play. Matinee shows on Saturdays and Sundays are always discounted for students.
For groups of 10 or more, we are offering an additional $5 off per ticket. Please contact the Box Office at info@mltlive.org to coordinate the group purchase.
Born in Bavaria, 1898. At 24, his cutting-edge Drums in the Night won him Expressionist recognition. His quickly written Threepenny Opera was Germany’s greatest hit of the 1920s. Revolutionary in form for 1928 Berlin – non-operatic, anti- highbrow musical theater - and cynically satirical, it irritated the Nazis; Brecht let Germany with his family in 1933. He continued to write in Scandinavia (e.g. Mother Courage) until the Nazi invasion. In California, along with some work for Hollywood he wrote The Caucasian Chalk Circle and Galileo, produced in L.A. in 1947. The House Un-American Activities Committee interrogated him that same year; he left the U.S. the following day. He established the Berliner Ensemble in 1949 in East Berlin, opening Mother Courage with his wife Helene Weigel; its 1954 tour to Paris brought him recognition as Europe’s most important director, a year before his untimely illness and death.
Presented with the cooperation of the Heirs of Bertolt Brecht
What’s the Hype About?
Accidentally on Purpose (AOP) isn’t just another improv troupe. They’ve taken New England by storm, and their founders have even graced Boston stages with hits like the Awesome 80’s Prom & Claddagh Bing Irish/Italian Wedding Show. Picture a comedy style that’s a mashup of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” sprinkled with a bit of Saturday Night Live and The Carol Burnett Show vibes—yes, it’s that good!
The show isn’t just a spectator sport; it’s an interactive experience! Audience members are invited to throw in scene suggestions and even volunteer to be a part of the comedy chaos. The AOP team isn’t just composed of comedians; it’s a diverse cast featuring professionals from all walks of life—doctors, authors, teachers, tradesmen, salespeople, and corporate executives. Imagine the richness and hilarity that these different perspectives bring to the table. They’ve been crafting laughs together for over a dozen years, and it shows!
Ready for an evening that promises laughs, surprises, and moments you’ll discuss for weeks to come?
Don’t miss this opportunity for a night of unparalleled comedy and fun. It’s not just a show; it’s a community event that promises to leave you smiling long after the curtains close. See you there!
