Hand to God

What: “Hand To God” A New American Play, produced by Actors Cooperative Theatre, will be presented at the Hatbox Theatre in Concord, NH for three weekends. This critically acclaimed play, written by Robert Askins is a bold and audacious exploration of the struggles of a small-town community grappling with faith, morality, and the complexities of human nature. Set in a conservative religious town, the story follows Jason, a mild-mannered teenager, and his sock puppet, Tyrone. As the lines blur between Jason’s subconscious desires and Tyrone’s sinister personality, chaos ensues, and the boundaries of reality and imagination are put to the test. This play contains adult language, adult situations, strobe/flashing lights, fog/haze, sexual situations, and partial nudity.

When: Sept. 29 to Oct. 15. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Where: Hatbox Theatre at the Steeplegate Mall, 270 Loudon Road, in Concord.

Info: Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for members, seniors and students, and $19 for senior members. Tickets can be purchased online at hatboxnh.com or by calling 603-715-2315.

The Carter Mountain Brass Band

What: The Carter Mountain Brass Band will be performing at the First United Methodist Church in Gilford. The program is entitled “Valient Endeavors - Soloist Showcase” and will feature four of the band members each performing a solo. The audience will get to hear up close and personal four different brass instruments: a flugelhorn, a bass trombone, a euphonium and a tuba. In addition to the solos, music director Debbi Gibson has selected a well-rounded program including arrangements of liturgical, classical, folk, and popular music, with a toe-tapping march for good measure. A reception will give the audience an opportunity to meet the band members as well as indulge in light fare.

When: Sunday, Oct 1 at 3 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist Church, 18 Wesley Way in Gilford

Info: The concert is free, but a suggested donation of $8 will be collected at the door. For more information, call the church at 603-524-3289.

Writers Helping Writers

What: For nearly 40 years, the Concord Writers Group has been helping serious writers improve their skills and see their writing projects to fruition. As a result, many members have published books, which may be found on library and book store shelves, as well as online. The group is small, usually consisting of six to ten members.

When: The first and third Saturdays of each month at 10 a.m. Meetings run from September through May.

Where: The Shakespeare Room of the Concord Public Library, 45 Green St, in Concord.

Info: Email Lassonde at barbaralassonde@aol.com or call her at 603-456-6052.

Katie Dobbins performs at Songwriter Roundup

What: The 2023 New England Music Awards (NEMA) nominating committee has just announced nominees. Local singer-songwriter Katie Dobbins (Gilford) has been nominated in the prestigious category of “Female  Performer of the Year.”  Katie will be performing at the upcoming Songwriter Roundup and joined this month by New Hampshire folk-pop artist Harrison Goodell and Boston-based folk artist Drew Zieff, as Jake Swamp and the Pine.

When:  Sept. 27. A complimentary wine tasting will begin at 5:30 p.m., Loft seating opens at 6 p.m., and music runs 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Where:  The Loft at Hermit Woods, 72 Main St, in Meredith.

Info:  Tickets can be purchased in advance at hermitwoodswinery.com/the-loft or in-person at the Winery.

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