Category Archives: Special Events and Guest Productions

Current, Special Events and Guest Productions

Suffrage on Stage: An Evening with Ari Conte

Join the Marblehead Museum and Marblehead Little Theatre for a Women’s History Month program celebrating SUFFS, the Tony-winning musical about the women’s suffrage movement.

Friday, March 27, 7:00pm at Marblehead Little Theatre, 12 School Street, Marblehead

This program is free, with a $20 suggested donation is encouraged at the door.

Marblehead native and Tony-nominated producer Ari Conte will discuss the journey of turning the inspiring story of suffrage into a powerful Broadway musical.

SUFFS the Broadway Musical' National Tour

This event will also feature a performance from SUFFS by the Marblehead High School Choir.

Ari Conte is a two-time Tony-nominated producer passionate about bringing women driven stories to the stage. She is a Co-Producer on the Tony Award Winning musical, SUFFS, and GYPSY starring Audra McDonald. Ari is also a performer, playwright and trained vocalist. In March 2023 Ari was named one of the “Women to Watch on Broadway” by the Broadway Women’s Fund.

Ari performed in her first show 24 years ago as an orphan in Oliver! produced by Marblehead Little Theater. She enjoyed the music and theater programs in the Marblehead Public Schools and graduated with a theater degree from Emerson College in 2015. Ari performed her own play The Women We Carry at Marblehead Little Theatre in November 2019. She’s very happy to be back at the firehouse, where all her theater dreams began.

Past, Special Events and Guest Productions

The Follen Angels

The Follen Angels Present ‘Songs of Joy’ in Marblehead Holiday Concert to Benefit Lung Cancer Research

The incomparable Follen Angels, who have captivated audiences across the East Coast, are returning to the intimate charm of the Marblehead Little Theatre on Saturday, December 6, 2025, for their all-new show, “Songs of Joy: From Sinatra to Michael Jackson.”

This one-night-only performance is a delightful celebration of timeless hits designed to lift the spirit and usher in the holiday season. The concert will directly benefit Upstage Lung Cancer, a nonprofit dedicated to funding innovative early detection research for lung cancer.

When: Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Where: Marblehead Little Theatre 12 School St., Marblehead, MA

Purchase Tickets: 3 Ways

ADVANCE DISCOUNT
Phone Charge: 800-418-7771 (Prime Time Promotions) $30

ARNOULD GALLERY AND FRAMING
111 Washington Street; Marblehead. 781 631-6366 $35

THEATER BOX OFFICE
Night of the Show ONLY, 12 School St. Marblehead, MA $40

All sales are final
Please visit the Follen Angels website, theFollenAngels.com and upstagelungcancer.org

Special thanks to Bob’s Discount Furniture for supporting this performance to benefit Upstage Lung Cancer.
Masks will be available at the entrance for this very special performance.

Known for their dynamic performances that blend timeless standards, spirited jazz, and the elegant wit of cabaret, the Angels will take the audience on a journey from the smooth swing of Frank Sinatra to the infectious grooves of Michael Jackson. The concert features beloved classics that span generations, including:
· “Fly Me to the Moon”
· “Ease on Down the Road”
· “One Hundred Ways”
· “I Could Write A Book”
· “On The Sunny Side of The Street”
· “I Love Paris”
· …and many more.

The evening will also feature interesting anecdotes about the songs and the legendary performers who made them famous. “At a time when we could all benefit from songs that help us remember easier times, this music takes you there,” said Ken Dantzig of the Follen Angels. “We invite the community to join us for an unforgettable evening of song, soul, and celebration.”

This special performance serves a vital dual purpose: celebrating the season with joyful music while raising crucial funds for lung cancer research.

About The Follen Angels
The Follen Angels are an acclaimed vocal group known for their sophisticated harmonies and spirited performances that breathe new life into jazz standards, cabaret classics, and timeless pop hits. For more information, please visit theFollenAngels.com.

About Upstage Lung Cancer
Upstage Lung Cancer is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness and funding for innovative early detection research for lung cancer. Proceeds from their innovative concerts go directly to vital research initiatives aimed at improving survival rates for the #1 cancer killer.

Past, Special Events and Guest Productions

Friday Evening Films

Marblehead Little Theatre announces Friday Night Films at MLT!

Four Fridays in August will feature a beloved classic with an introduction by Marc Wortman,
Marblehead Resident Film Critic.

Friday, August 1: “THE PRINCESS BRIDE”
Friday, August 8: “MAMMA MIA”
Friday, August 22: “E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL”
Friday, August 29: “YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN”

Box Office Specifics:
$10 Adults, $5 Children 12 and under
Tickets only sold at the door. Cash or Venmo.

Start Time: 7:00pm, doors open at 6:30pm.

Bring your own popcorn or snacks, concessions also available for sale prior to the movie start time. Make it a date night with your sweetie, have fun with a friend or two, or introduce your kids to films you loved that stand the test of time!

Marc Wortman will do a Film Introduction at the beginning, and anyone who’s interested is invited to stay for a Q&A session afterwards.

Dance, Past, Special Events and Guest Productions

Force of Nature

Illusions in Motion Dance Company Premieres Their Annual Performance

Force of Nature

An Evocative, Story-Driven Exploration of the Elements

This July, audiences are invited to step into the world of Force of Nature, a dance performance that channels the emotional power and quiet intensity of the natural world. Presented by Illusions in Motion Dance Company, the show will premiere at Marblehead Little Theatre on July 11 and 12, 2025 at 7 PM. 

Tickets are available at illusionsinmotion.com. 

Force of Nature is a captivating dance performance that explores the quiet strength and emotional depth of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from the elements—earth, air, fire, and water—the piece unfolds as a series of intertwined stories, each revealing a different facet of nature’s personality: gentle, unpredictable, passionate, and enduring.

Set against a dark, atmospheric backdrop and a textured, cinematic score, the dancers move through shifting landscapes of shadow, light, and color. Flowing fabrics mimic wind and water, glowing embers inspire fiery, rhythmic sequences, and grounded, expressive movement brings the strength of earth to life.

“This performance is about the unseen forces that move us—both human and elemental,” says Emmanuel Encarnacion, co-artistic director. “We wanted to tell stories that feel deeply personal, yet universally connected to something much larger.”

With its sultry tone, emotionally-driven choreography, and rich visual storytelling, Force of Nature offers a fresh, immersive experience for dance lovers and new audiences alike.

Tickets are available at illusionsinmotion.com. 

For press inquiries, interviews, or media access, please contact: Illusionsinmotion@gmail.com

Past, Productions, Special Events and Guest Productions

Love Songs – A Sentimental Journey

Two cabaret evenings
celebrating Valentine’s Day

Featuring:
Vocalist Tom Edmonds Accompanist Wendy Stewart

with special guests
Betty Lautner
and Nick Economou

Spend an evening with your special someone listening to beautiful songs of love, reminiscing with great entertainment on Valentine’s Day weekend. Refreshments and treats will be offered. Includes complimentary Prosecco for those over 21.

The music starts at 7:00pm so there will be plenty of time for a romantic dinner at one of Marblehead’s wonderful restaurants before or after the show.

February 14 & 15 at 7:00pm

A Special Thanks to our Sponsors and Contributors

Fri, Feb 14 Sponsor, Stowaway Sweets, Marblehead
Fri, Feb 14 Sponsor, Flower House, Marblehead
Fri, Feb 14 & Sat, Feb 15 Sponsor, Stop & Shop, Swampscott

Sat, Feb 15 Contributor, Harbor Sweets, Salem