Holiday arts and craft show, 'Matilda' and PSO family matinees: Things to do in Seacoast
Music, theater and art are the theme this weekend on the Seacoast. Check out two solo shows at a Second Friday artist reception at the Seacoast Artist Association, dive into the snowy elements with Warren Miller's "All Time" at The Music Hall, get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the Seacoast Artisans' 24th annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show or raise a pint for peace at Legends.
Read on for a look at 10 things to do this weekend:
Two solo shows at the Seacoast Artist Association
What: Paintings by Maryclare Heffernan and Photographs by Kevin Talbot show how artists capture moments in nature at a “Second Friday” artists reception.
When: Friday, Nov. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Seacoast Artist Association, 130 Water St., Exeter
Cost: Free
More info: seacoastartist.org
Warren Miller’s 'All Time' at The Music Hall
What: Narrated by Jonny Moseley, "All Time" features deep dives into elements Miller first identified as the stuff of which snowy dreams are made.
When: Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
Cost: $25 to $40
More info: themusichall.org
‘Matilda’ at the Seacoast Rep
What: Inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, "Matilda The Musical" is the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny.
When: Friday, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m.
Where: Seacoast Repertory Theatre, 125 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $37 to $62
More info: seacoastrep.org
Seacoast Artisans' Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show
What: Holiday shoppers invited. This is a juried show. All artists apply and go through a process to be accepted.
When: Saturday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Great Community College, 320 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth
Cost: $6 and ages 14 and under are free
More info: seacoastartisansshows.com
Pints for Peace at Legends
What: Pints For Peace is back. Those who register and fundraise $30 receive a Pints For Peace T-shirt and three drink vouchers valid at supporting bars and restaurants in downtown Portsmouth.
When: Saturday, Nov. 11, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Legends Billiards & Tavern, 80 Hanover St., Portsmouth
Cost: $30
More info: pintsforpeace.org
Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra family matinees: Masterpiece Transcriptions for Brass
What: Explore the exhilarating sounds of brass instruments with the Portsmouth Brass Quintet.
When: Friday, Nov. 11 at 3 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church, 101 Chapel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $15 suggested at-the-door donation per family
More info: portsmouthsymphony.org
‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ at Newmarket Millspace
What: This musical based on the comic strip “Peanuts” by Charles Schultz follows some of your favorite characters as well as their lovable dog.
When: Saturday, Nov. 11
Where: Newmarket Millspace, 55 Main St., South Entry, River Level, Newmarket
Cost: $25
More info: millspace.org
African Apocalypse: A Cinematic Exploration
What: Rain for the Sahel and Sahara (RAIN), in collaboration with 3S Artspace and Green Acre, is hosting a film screening of Rob Lemkin’s African Apocalypse* followed by a panel discussion.
When: Sunday, Nov. 12, from 1 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
Cost: Free to $12
More info: www.3sarts.org
Aliento Chamber Players at The Dance Hall
What: Aliento Chamber Players will perform a lush program with lyrical works of Schubert, Shumann and Rachmaninoff, along with the rousing duo for violin and cello by Erwin Schulhoff.
When: Sunday, Nov. 12, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $20 to $25
More info: thedancehallkittery.org
Matt Michienzie Band at The Stone Church
What: Matt Michienzie plays with his countrified, bluesified, and grassified band.
When: Sunday, Nov. 12, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $10
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Holiday arts and craft show, 'Matilda,' PSO matinees: Things to do
