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The Grammy®-nominated British vocal ensemble presents Lead Me Home, a program that journeys through the rich and varied landscape of American choral music, tracing a path through faith, folk tradition, poetry, and popular song. The program moves from the timeless devotion of Virgil Thomson’s “My Shepherd Will Supply My Need” and the spiritual “My Lord What a Morning” to the visionary sound-worlds of Caroline Shaw, Morten Lauridsen and Eric Whitacre. Alongside these sacred and contemplative works sit songs of beauty, longing, and place: Samuel Barber’s shimmering “To Be Sung on the Water,” and the timeless folk melody “Shenandoah.” The program closes with affectionate musical portraits of two iconic cities in “April in Paris” and “I Get a Kick Out of New York.”

Where can a music lover hear a musical ensemble consisting entirely of accordions, accompanied by vocalists and drummer, combining the sounds of most popular instruments and playing a song list from a wide variety of genres in a single concert? The answer lies in a concert performance of the New England Digital Orchestra (NEDO). The NEDO is the first of its kind in the nation, and one of only two known in existence throughout the world! Formed in 2015 by its conductor, internationally recognized accordionist and music educator Anselmo “Sam” Falcetti of Wilbraham, MA, the NEDO draws its members from four of the six New England states. The NEDO is truly unique because of its ability to produce such a wide variety of instrumental sounds and musical styles. Whether it’s Broadway tunes, Hollywood soundtracks, Rock’n’roll, country hits, classical compositions, Big Band swing, or Patriotic favorites, music lovers get a taste of each at a NEDO concert!

"LIVE from Ashtonwood" closes its 2026 season presenting the multi-talented, and Connecticut-based vocalist and trumpet player, Leala Cyr. Joining her trio will be Jen Allen on piano and Tyler Sherman on bass.

As always, this house concert series performance will be streamed LIVE and free of charge via Facebook here - https://www.facebook.com/AshtonwoodHouseConcerts.

* Freewill donations will be invited through PayPal and Venmo to help support this performance, these incredible artists, and the Ashtonwood series.

Get ready for a spooky spectacular this fall in Storrs! Hocus Pocus Live!:
AnAll-New Parody Musical is a hilarious, high-energy live musical parody inspired by the beloved Halloween cult classic. Starring New England’s #1 live singing Winifred Sanderson impersonator, Summer Orlando (as seen in Disney’s Hocus Pocus 2), alongside Miranda Miranda and Bonnie Petite as the Sanderson Sisters. This spellbinding production features live singing, laugh-out-loud comedy, magical effects, and interactive fun perfect for families, friend groups, and Halloween fans alike.

Formed by members of Amsterdam’s famed Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra (RCO), Camerata RCO performs chamber music in multiple formations from duet to small chamber orchestra, with a special focus on the Classical and Romantic repertoire for winds and strings, and active relationships with living composers. Praised by the New
YorkTimes for their “warm, glowing performance,” the ensemble has enjoyed success in the Netherlands and abroad and performs nearly 50 concerts a season internationally.

Traditional Celtic and Quebecois music that causes a wonderful stir and fills to overflowing at every venue – that is Cécilia! Widely recognized as three of Canada’s finest musicians, it is a pleasure to see how much enjoyment Timi Turmel, Erin Leahy, and Louis Schryer find in playing together. While honouring their heritage as Cécilia, their music making has an undeniably fresh and high-spirited sound that sets them apart.

They bring the best of many musical worlds together in their explorations of traditional music. Every one of their pieces is skillfully arranged and highlighted with influences from contemporary, classical, jazz and swing styles. Cécilia’s recent debut album Accent is an impressive offering full of vibrant rhythms and melodies, all resonating with a unique warmth and richness of expression.

Each performance by Cécilia is a call to come out and share – not only in the joy of three dedicated musicians making music together, but also in creating with Timi, Erin, and Louis an infectiously energetic and memorable musical experience. You’ll find yourself with a smile that lasts long after the final notes of Cécilia’s accordion, piano, and violin have melted away.

The internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company, founded in Montreal in 2002 by Victor Quijada,
is known for its signature RUBBERBAND Method, an electrifying vocabulary combining the energy of hip-hop, the refinement of classical ballet, and the angular quality of contemporary dance. Ever So Slightly Redux explores the behavioral mechanisms and reflexes we develop against the ceaseless flow of irritants that bombard us in our daily lives. Performed by ten dancer-athletes at the height of their power, the work captures both tension and transformation through Quijada’s signature choreography.

Join us at the stunning Inn on Boltwood in Amherst, MA on Saturday, October 31 at 7 PM for "Grimm Tales & Nursery Crimes" — an exciting, interactive murder mystery performance, scavenger hunt, and dance party. Sumptuous buffet style dinner included.

The Plot: Villagers from far and wide have gathered at the castle for a grand fairy tale ball. Unfortunately, the untimely passing of a local peasant has cast a bit of a pall on the festivities and the suspect is still at large… it will be up to you to sleuth out whodunnit!

Buffet Style Dinner | Cash Bar | Interactive Mystery Performance | Games | Scavenger Hunt | Halloween Costume Contest | Prizes | 21+

TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE - SPACE IS LIMITED

Interested in staying the night? Call Inn on Boltwood at (413) 256-8200 and use code "MUR" to get a special discounted rate on your overnight stay. Discount only available when booked over the phone, proof of ticket purchase is required.

The Panto Company USA presents Cinderella. Bullied by her two mean Stepsisters, Cinder’s future looks bleak until her Fairy Godmother casts a spell and sends her to the ball. How will the Prince ever find her when she flees at midnight, leaving behind a single glass slipper? True to the story, this play brings the classic tale to life with original modern songs and more hilarity than you can imagine…and of course a happy ending!