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New year, new creative opportunities! With classes for all ages in acting & theatre, dance and technical theatre & design, there's something for everyone. Winter/spring semester starts this week!
Browse Classes for All AgesCircus Variety Show returns to Carroll Plaza with Peter Cannizzaro, FREE for all ages, on Saturday, February 1 as a part of Downtown Worcester Winter Festival.
Learn More & RSVP for FreeNew to The Hanover Theatre? We cultivated this guide to answer common questions among first-time visitors and to ensure a great experience before, during and after your visit.
Explore Our New Visitor GuideWelcome to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. Your dynamic downtown destination where all people can experience the transformative power of the performing arts.
Upcoming Events
Wed
29
Michael Jackson HIStory Show
Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances spanning his entire…
Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025
Main Stage
Sat
01
Circus Variety Show by Peter Cannizzaro
Join us in welcoming back Peter Cannizzaro on the Francis R. Carroll Plaza in front of the theatre for a FREE…
Saturday, Feb 01, 2025
Francis R. Carroll Plaza
Thu
06
Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience
Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for more than 20 years, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience is an…
Thursday, Feb 06, 2025
Main Stage
Tue
11
Historic & Architectural Tour
Go behind the scenes at The Hanover Theatre and learn about its unique history and design on this 2-hour walking…
Tuesday, Feb 11, 2025
Main Stage
Wed
12
February Follies: Lerner, Loewe, Lincoln and Love, A Musical Revue on the Mighty Wurlitzer
This lavish revue is inspired by the notable events packed into the shortest month of the year. February is the…
Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025
Main Stage
Fri
14
The Cher Show
Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. The Cher Show is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s…
Friday, Feb 14 – 16, 2025
Main Stage
Fri
21
Killers of Kill Tony
Regulars and fan favorites from “Kill Tony”, the #1 live podcast in the world, bring their standup show on the…
Friday, Feb 21, 2025
Main Stage
Fri
21
The Winter’s Tale presented by THTC Youth Acting Company
Experience The Winter’s Tale in an 80-minute adaptation by Brendon Fox, presented by The Hanover Theatre…
Friday, Feb 21 – 23, 2025
BrickBox (JMAC)
Sat
22
Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen
They don’t just pay tribute to the legendary band, Almost Queen transports you back in time to experience the…
Saturday, Feb 22, 2025
Main Stage
Wed
26
Layon Gray’s Black Angels Over Tuskegee
Black Angels Over Tuskegee is an incredibly energetic and emotionally gripping drama that documents the journey…
Wednesday, Feb 26, 2025
Main Stage
Sat
08
The Irish Tenors
The Irish Tenors have been touring together since 1998, with sold-out shows at Radio City Music Hall, Sydney…
Saturday, Mar 08, 2025
Main Stage
Thu
13
Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies LIVE
90 minutes with intermission Founded by Emmy-nominated choreographer Chloé Arnold, Syncopated Ladies is the most…
Thursday, Mar 13, 2025
Main Stage
Sat
15
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
It’s Bagpipes. It’s Rock. It’s Bagrock. AC/DC meets the poet Robert Burns. Where rock anthems sit comfortably…
Saturday, Mar 15, 2025
Main Stage
Wed
19
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say…
Wednesday, Mar 19, 2025
Main Stage
Tue
25
Historic & Architectural Tour
Go behind the scenes at The Hanover Theatre and learn about its unique history and design on this 2-hour walking…
Tuesday, Mar 25, 2025
Main Stage
The Conservatory
The conservatory cultivates individual attention, ignites creativity and inspires confidence though arts education. Access to state-of-the-art equipment and hands-on training with industry professionals allows students to gain real-world experience in the performing arts field.
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