Featured Events in Havre de Grace in October, 2024 (June Updated)

Thursday, October 3 at 7:30pm Doors open for tastings at 7pm Performance at 7:30 Enjoy a sip or two of the featured brew (tastings, sponsored by MacGregor’s, for ages 21+ included with admission), along with a play reading presented by local actors. No sets, no costumes, no props, but lots of talent! Join in the fun on October 3rd with: Playing Juliet. In this play-within-a-play, the New Vistas Theatre Company sets out to put on Romeo and Juliet with its multiracial cast. Wendy, the determined white director, has cast her long-time black friend, Georgia, in the role of Juliet. Georgia plays opposite Chris, the white son of a New Vistas board member. The nurse is played by Lorraine, a feisty black friend of Georgia’s who has a secret yen for Chris. Dave, the stage manager, is the company’s founding member and a seasoned Shakespearean actor who has serious concerns about the production. Tempers flair and friendships are strained when Jimmy, Georgia’s maintenance-man boyfriend, tries to prevent her from playing Juliet. Issues of race, class, gender and nontraditional casting emerge as the Bard brings out surprising fears, animosities, love and laughter in this company of players. Casting Othello. Fresh from a hit production of Romeo and Juliet, New Vistas Theatre Company tackles Othello. Chris is directing. Dave is cast as Iago, Wendy as Desdemona, George as Emilia, and Lorraine as Bianca. But who will be cast as Othello? Jimmy, now married to the pregnant Georgia, has grown accustomed to working set crew and being a blocking stand-in for the lead. Despite his lack of training, Wendy thinks Jimmy could do Othello in performance. The atmosphere is charged as Georgia and Dave vigorously oppose this casting. Shakespeare’s controversial tragedy is deconstructed as the actors’ politics, loves and friendships are put on the line. Information Source: The Cultural Center at the Opera House | eventbrite

Rogue Swan’s troupe of players has strolled onto Fleet Street to tackle the musical spectacular that is Sweeney Todd. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most infamous musicals it combines his most clever wordplay with a dark and twisted tale that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Whether you are a fan of musicals, live orchestras or a haunting story, this is the show for you. In typical Rogue fashion the twenty two piece orchestra will be incorporated on the stage with the performers, and you will see plenty of returning faces along with many new ones as well. Show Details: Doors open at 7:30pm with the show starting at 8:00pm Runtime is 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15 minute intermission. SWEENEY TODD The Demon Barber of Fleet Street A Musical Thriller Music and Lyrics by Book by STEPHEN SONDHEIM HUGH WHEELER From an Adaptation by CHRISTOPHER BOND Originally Directed On Broadway by HAROLD PRINCE Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick Originally Produced on Broadway by Richard Barr, Charles Woodward, Robert Fryer, Mary Lea Johnson, Martin Richards in Association with Dean and Judy Manos. Synopsis: “An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!” Warnings: There is violence, blood and unsettling imagery depicted in this show. We do not recommend this show for children under thirteen. SWEENEY TODD Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. http://www.mtishows.com Information Source: The Cultural Center at the Opera House | eventbrite

HDG Youth Pop-Up Event- Laser Tag Friday Oct 11th 6pm to 9pm Location Star Centre 700 Congress Avenue Cost $8 per participant, Ages 11 to 17 Havre de Grace Youth Commission presents its Pop-Up Youth Event of Laser Tag. Includes a minimum (1) 15 minute round of laser tag (more depending on number of overall participants). A Parent is required to drop off the participant and sign a consent form and waiver in person. Snacks available for purchase. No bags or backpacks allowed inside the gym area. Information Source: The Cultural Center at the Opera House | eventbrite

The Havre de Grace Art Show 2024, set to take place from October 19 to October 20 at the picturesque Millard Tydings Memorial Park in Maryland, promises to be an unparalleled celebration of creativity and culture. This esteemed event, nestled in the charming city of Havre de Grace, will feature an impressive array of artworks from both emerging and established artists. Attendees can expect to be captivated by a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media pieces, all meticulously curated to inspire and delight. With the serene backdrop of the park and the vibrant community atmosphere, the Havre de Grace Art Show 2024 stands as a must-visit for art enthusiasts and collectors alike. The event will also include live performances, interactive workshops, and gourmet food vendors, ensuring a rich and immersive experience for all who attend. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the artistic prowess and cultural vibrancy that define this iconic event.