My View of Life on the Dock
A lot of times you go on vacation, get burned the first day and then y9ou’re afraid to go in the sun. Not with these lightweight SPF 50 hoodies. They are $35 and we will probably be sold out of them before boating season starts. Great gifts for Easter, great purchases if you’re traveling or sensitive to the sun at all. With sizes all the way up to XXXL !
Walking on a windy and cold day.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 6:30 PM
Link for tickets here- https://resy.com/cities/bos/venues/tonno-gloucester/events/march-madness-napa-wine-dinner-2024-03-26?date=2024-03-26&seats=2
Reception 2022 Clos Du Val Sauvignon Blanc First 2022 Far Niente Chardonnay VS 2021 Paul Hobbs Chardonnay ‘George Menni’ Hamachi Crudo, orange, radish, scallion Second 2021 Duckhorn Merlot VS 2020 Pride Merlot ‘Rabbit Stew’, Parmigiano pudding stuffed crepe, peas, chanterelle mushroom Third 2021 Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon ‘State Ranch’ VS 2021 Chappellet Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Signature’ Ricotta and Fontina Ravioli with braised veal breast Fourth NV Overture by Opus One VS 2018 Quintessa Wagyu Sirloin, roasted potato, balsamic glazed shitake Fifth Warm Blueberries with Mascarpone
In The Mood…
Gloucester Stage Company is excited to announce the upcoming season, marking a significant milestone as it celebrates its 45th year of bringing exceptional theater to audiences in Gloucester and beyond. With a legacy of producing innovative and thought-provoking performances, the 2024 season promises to be an unforgettable celebration of creativity, talent, and the enduring power of theater. From a laugh out loud comedy to poignant world and regional premieres, this season presents a dynamic lineup of plays with a diverse representation in both the storytellers and the stories on stage that will entertain, inspire, and engage audiences of all backgrounds.
“As we mark Gloucester Stage’s 45th Anniversary, we are pleased to present a season that celebrates the very same mission on which our Company was founded in 1979. Looking toward the future of Contemporary Theatre, we are working to amplify diverse voices and stories, inviting our audiences to experience the world through a new lens,” said Managing Director Christopher Griffith. “We embody the stubborn fortitude of our Gloucester namesake, and with help from loyal supporters, we take pride in continuing to tell socially relevant stories that authentically bring our community together for shared entertainment.”
Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshaw shared her excitement for the upcoming season, “When considering the plays for 2024, I felt a deep conviction, more than ever, that theatre needs to be a place for us to come together, connect, and laugh with each other. From septuagenarians learning how to surf to siblings behaving horrendously, the hijinx abound in these plays as they each lure us in with humor. Under their antics though, each ensemble is facing a pivotal moment in their lives. As an audience, we have the opportunity to learn from their choices and to dig deep into the relationships that keep them afloat. Whether it’s a bunch of guys on a job site throwing jabs at each other or in an Iranian apartment full of girlfriends fussing the night before each other’s nuptials, we will travel across the country and reach across the globe to find empathy and ignite conversation about how important it is to stay connected with those around us.”
The 2024 season kicks off with a bang as Gloucester Stage presents 2024 Dramatist Guild’s Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Christopher Durang‘s Tony Award-winning play VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, directed by Rebecca Bradshawº, from May 31 to June 23. This play is a wild ride as three adult siblings come back together under one roof with a lot of opinions. Alongside a band of eccentric characters, the trio may slip into their teenage petulance as the stakes get desperate. Hilarious twists and unexpected romances will overshadow any need to be a Chekhov aficionado to enjoy this comedic masterpiece.
To follow as a part of its rolling world premiere through the National New Play Network is WIPEOUT by Aurora Real de Asua from July 5 to July 28. Directed by Shana Gozanskyº, the play takes audiences on a heartwarming journey with three adventurous 70-years-old women on their surfboards in the middle of the ocean as they learn the ropes from a hot rod young instructor. Together they navigate the waves of life and laughter in this tale of friendship, courage, and the pursuit of new experiences.
Gloucester Stage then presents the regional premiere of WISH YOU WERE HERE by Pulitzer Prize Winner Sanaz Toossi, recipient of the Edgerton Foundation New Play Award, from August 9 to August 25. Directed by Melory Mirashrafi, this play follows a circle of tight-knit girlfriends as they gather to plan weddings, trade dirty jokes, and try to hang onto a sense of normalcy in 1980s Iran.
Finally, Gloucester Stage is proud to co-produce with Teatro Chelsea, a Latine Theatre organization based in Chelsea, MA, the regional premiere of THE HOMBRES in September. This uproarious comedy, written by Tony Meneses and directed by Armando Rivera, offers a fresh perspective on male friendships and machismo culture as three Latino construction workers find themselves entangled in unexpected yoga classes next door to their job site. The play, running from September 6 to September 29, includes community engagement programming in English and Spanish. The first three weeks of rehearsals and the final week of performances will take place in Chelsea, providing an opportunity for cultural exchange and collaboration.
Performances will be held Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturdays at 8:00 pm with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 pm. Season Subscription Packages are on sale now, with individual tickets released for sale on March 15th online and at the Gloucester Stage Company, located at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester.
PERFORMANCE TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
All performances, unless noted, are Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 pm at Gloucester Stage Company located at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester.
Tickets to the Gloucester Stage 2024 season are available for sale on March 15th.. Single Ticket prices range from $15 to $67, with discounts available for seniors, military families, college students, youth under 18, young professionals under 35, E.B.T. Cardholders, W.I.C. benefits, and Cape Ann residents. For detailed ticket information, visit www.gloucesterstage.com.
Season Packages start at $200 for four tickets for any mainstage performance and include early access to seating, no fees, and free ticket exchanges. Packages can be purchased or renewed by calling the Box Office at 978.281.4433 or visiting gloucesterstage.com/subscribe.
For additional information, contact the Box Office at 978.281.4433 or boxoffice@gloucesterstage.com. Located at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, the Box Office is open Tuesdays thru Saturdays from 10am to 5pm.
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Bringing Women’s History Month to a close, the Sawyer Free Library invites you to Girl Power: The Supremes as Cultural Icons Presentation, with Tom Ingrassia. Tom is a Motown historian, author, radio personality and motivational speaker.
In this lively, entertaining and educational multimedia lecture program, Motown historian Tom Ingrassia (who worked for Mary Wilson, of The Supremes, for 6 years) takes you on a journey back to a turbulent time in American history, when Blacks and Whites were trying to change things…and The Supremes’ music helped to bridge the gaps.
Tom grew up with The Supremes. Don’t misunderstand…Tom wasn’t raised in Detroit’s Brewster Housing Projects. Nor did The Supremes live in tiny Middletown, New York. Their cultural and physical neighborhoods were hundreds of miles and a world apart.
But, in 1964, Diana Ross, Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard—the legendary Supremes—burst into the American musical consciousness just as Tom was becoming aware of the music shimmering from his tiny transistor radio. In no time, we was hooked on the Music of Motown—and that began an obsession that eventually led him to work with some biggest names in music history.
The Supremes owned the 1960s. Today, that statement may be obvious. But…in mid-60s America? The fact that three young African American women from Detroit’s housing projects conquered the world was profound…it was revolutionary. The Supremes were trendsetters, and set the standard against which all future female groups are measured. During the 1960s, only The Beatles and Elvis Presley sold more records than The Supremes.
Girl Power takes audiences on a remarkable trip back in time—an engaging stroll into pop music history—to an era when the Music of Motown reigned supreme—and three young African American women from the Detroit housing projects conquered the world.
This event is open to all to attend. No registration required. For more information, visit sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5500.
The link below takes you to a video recording of FINN FUN 2023. The length is 6.5 hours! This is because the video was recorded for archival purposes.
It contains many segments of thr Festival, also some great photos and narration of historical events.
Here is this week’s line up at the Rhumb Line. Hope to see you there!
I’ve been curious about the Power of Play event organized by the Gloucester Education Foundation and since FOB Susan L was planning to volunteer, I decided to drop in yesterday. WOW! The GHS gym was jam packed with activities and families and it seemed the kids were having a ball. One genius move by the organizers was to collect up dozens of empty cardboard boxes and just throw them in a corner for the children to decide how to arrange. There were many other activities and games offered for movement, game play and strategy skills. In short, there was something to please everyone. I even got to say hello to one of my favorite young Gloucestermen. Kudos to the sponsors, the organizers and the many volunteers for this obviously popular free event. See you next time!
Good Morning Gloucester 