Western Mass Theatre News: November 27 - December 17
Westfield Theatre Group
Winter Lights: Ten Plays, Five Visions
12/5, 12/6, 12/12, 12/13 at 7:30pm; 12/6, 2/13 at 2:00pm
Westfield Woman's Club, 28 Court St, Westfield, MA
A collection of ten, 10-minute plays crafted and directed with the vision of five directors: Molly Clark, Anin Derouin, Meaghan Farrell, Kelly Galanis, and Krista Tetreault. From comedy to drama, these shows bring a wide array of entertainment sure to delight! Shows include adult language and themes.
westfieldtheatregroup.com
Total runtime approximately 90-100 minutes plus a 15-minute intermission.
Red Skies Music Ensemble presents Rhythm and Rails
December 6 at 2:30 PM at Forbes Library
MAJESTIC THEATER PRESENTS STEEL MAGNOLIAS NOVEMBER 27 - 30
West Springfield’s Majestic Theater will present the second production of its 28th season when Steel Magnolias takes the stage October 23 through November 30. The Majestic Theater is located at 131 Elm Street in West Springfield, MA.
Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling, blends humor with moments of emotional depth. Set in a small southern beauty salon, the play showcases a group of strong-willed women who navigate life’s challenges with sharp humor and unfiltered honesty. From snappy one-liners to playful gossip, the women’s interactions are full of comedic moments, with characters using laughter as a coping mechanism in the face of life’s toughest trials. The 1987 play inspired a hit 1989 film that starred Sally Field, Shirley MacLaine, Dolly Parton, Olympia Dukakis, Daryl Hannah and Julia Roberts.
The Majestic Theater’s Producing Director Sue Dziura will direct the play. Alexandra O’Halloran is stage manager, and Michael Garcia is assistant stage manager. Scenic designer is Juliana Von Haubrich and Dawn McKay is costume designer. Dan Rist is lighting designer, and Marcus Kearns is production manager.
The cast includes Maconnia Chesser (Clairee), Cate Damon (M’Lynn), Kait Rankins (Annelle), Angela Dias (Ouiser), Elaine Hom (Truvy), and Raya Malcolm (Shelby). Understudies include Myka Plunkett, Rachel Lamarre and Laurie Nickerson.
Tickets to the show range from $35-$38 and can be purchased in person at the box office, by calling (413) 747-7797, or online at https://www.majestictheater.com/steel-magnolias. Box office hours are Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Doors to the theater will open one hour before the start of a show, which is also when the café opens. For more information, visit www.majestictheater.com
Wilbraham United Players
5 Golden Rings: A Greeting Card Holiday Musical
11/28/25, 11/29/25, 12/5/25, 12/6/25 at 7:30pm; 11/30/25 and 12/7/25 at 2:30pm
Wilbraham United Church Fellowship Hall at 500 Main St., Wilbraham, MA
In Five Golden Rings: A Greeting Card Channel Holiday Musical, Holly, a business exec from “the big city” gets snowed in at a quaint Vermont B&B for Christmas and begins to fall for its non-threateningly rugged owner. The issue: it’s the very B&B her company is supposed to take over! Everything you want (and expect) in a cable-TV Christmas movie, from flannel shirts to flirtatious snowball fights to overt product-placement, mixed with fun songs and a lot of holiday cheer!
https://www.wilbrahamunitedplayers.org/buy-tickets
Comedy Project Open Mic at LAVA the day after Thanksgiving
WHAT: Comedy Project Open Mic
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 28, 7 p.m.
WHERE: The LAVA Center, 324 Main St., Greenfield
https://thelavacenter.org/events/comedy-project-open-mic/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1783737222287020/
Bloated, burping and bored the day after Thanksgiving? Come on down to the Comedy Project Open Mic at The LAVA Center, 324 Main St., on Friday, Nov. 28, 7 p.m. We'll have a few special guests and a bunch of brave souls getting up there for their shot at the Big Time. You can put your name in the hat for a 1- to 5-minute set. Or you can just come and enjoy other peoples' jokes and stories. A donation of $1–5 is suggested to benefit LAVA's fall appeal.
The LAVA Center is a community arts space in Greenfield, MA whose mission is to create opportunities and build inclusive community in and through the arts and humanities. We are focused on making The LAVA Center a space where all artists, including marginalized communities and individuals, can have their voices heard. The LAVA Center is located at 324 Main St., in downtown Greenfield, MA. https://thelavacenter.org
5th Saturday Fundraiser: The Improvised Interview Show
Saturday, November 29th @ 7pm
An Improv Show and a Talk Show Walk into a Bar...
We interview our special guest live onstage and then launch into a series of completely improvised scenes inspired by their answers! Featuring experienced local improvisers from our mainstage casts. Our special guest this time is... YOU! We'll invite some willing audience members to join us onstage for a quick deep dive into their opinions, lives, and experiences. Our interview format is inspired by the Wild Card podcast on NPR.
As a 5th Saturday FUNdraiser, all proceeds from this show will benefit a local nonprofit chosen by our community: Gardening The Community!
MAJESTIC THEATER WELCOMES AUDIENCES HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
DECEMBER 4-21
Home for the Holidays will return to West Springfield’s Majestic Theater December 4-21. The Majestic Theater is located at 131 Elm Street in West Springfield, MA.
The family-friendly show, featuring Pioneer Valley-based performers, has become a tradition at the theater for the past several years. Similar in style to nostalgic holiday specials of years past headlined by Andy Williams and Perry Como, “Home for The Holidays 2025” will be co-hosted by singer Ray Guillemette, Jr., who has headlined countless "A Ray of Elvis" sold-out shows at the Majestic, and Ben Ashley, a Majestic favorite who has performed in several hit shows including “Mamma Mia” and “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story.”
Joining Ray and Ben onstage will be singer/songwriter Madison Curbelo, a 2024 semifinalist on NBC’s The Voice television program, along with several veteran Majestic performers including Michael Garcia, Christine Greene, Steven Sands, Kait Rankins, Lori Efford, plus a special appearance by Santa Claus. Kyle Langlois is music director for the show, and other musicians include Jacob Nichols, Cliff Schofer and Don Rovero. Myka Plunkett is directing Home for the Holidays, and Jackie Purcell is stage manager. Daniel Rist is lighting designer, and Kyle Langlois is musical director.
Tickets are $30 & $28 for adults, and $15 for children 10 and under, and are available by visiting or calling the Majestic Theater Box Office at (413) 747-7797 during its hours of operation (Monday – Friday 10am - 5pm, and Saturday 10am - 1pm). Tickets can also be purchased online here.
The Majestic is also selling its popular holiday gift packages which consist of gift cards (redeemable for tickets and café purchases), and a gift item. They will be available during the holiday season.
For additional information, visit www.majestictheater.com.
What: The Nightmare Before Dragmas
When: Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 at 7:30pm
Where: the Shea Theatre, 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA
How much: Tickets: $20 online, $25 at the door. Children under 13, free
Eggtooth Productions presents the 9th annual holiday show featuring Mr. Drag called The Nightmare Before Dragmas inspired by the Tim Burton classic film on Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 at 7:30pm at the Shea Theatre, 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA. Tickets: $20 online, $25 at the door. Children under 13, free. https://sheatheater.org/
Mr Drag (aka Joe Dulude II) will host the event featuring local talent for an evening of song, dance, and story loosely inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas but with Eggtooth’s signature Valley twist. The event is a family friendly (maybe a touch PG13 for some), mildly funky, non-denominational take on the holidays. Eggtooth invites you to celebrate the holidays in a highly traditional non-traditional way.
Said Mr. Drag about his newest show, "Well hello Dragnatics! It’s time for another year, another holiday, another show! Yes, the Drag Sisters are back and this year they have decided to take their show/party on tour! Don’t worry, you can still enjoy it from the comfort of the Shea Theatre. They don’t have that big of a budget. So grab a cocktail and join the Drag Family as they find themselves stuck in a quaint little town celebrating the holiday of Dragmas. Will Mr find the love of his life? Will DD finally be able to get her one woman shows to run longer than one show? Will Kat actually show up for the show this year? Whether you’re a Mister Sister, a Messy Kat or a Sighs Queen you are sure to enjoy this romp through the ridiculous and inexplicable and maybe, just maybe you’ll find the spirit of Dragmas has been inside of you all along. That’s what Tennessee Williams used to say."
Musical Theater Karaoke Night - Winter Themed
Join us as a "vocal stylist" or in the audience for our Winter-themed Karaoke funraiser at New City Brewery December 5th, 118 Pleasant Street in Easthampton! We had a blast at last's events with dozens of singers and lots of fun conversation and good cheer. All levels of abilities are encouraged - this is for fun we are a very friendly and encouraging group. Winter-themed songs are encouraged, but not absolutely required - you can sign your favorites. Food and drink is available for purchase, and there is only a $10 cover (singer or not - no additional charge to sing songs.) You can sign up in advance at our sign-up genius link here: All ages welcome, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
If you sign up in advance we will try to have a video karoke version ready for you when you arrive. We may also take walk-in sign-ups at the door, space permitting. See you there!
Sign up link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0949ABAD28A1FAC16-59716423-winter
