Downtown performing arts center gets $2 million federal boost
The funds will go toward the development of a “black box” theater to be constructed adjacent to the main theater building in the downtown performing arts center.
Theater production "A Raisin in the Sun" takes stage in November
The acclaimed play will be performed Tuesday, Nov. 15 through Sunday, Nov. 20.
Theater production hits the books with "Between the Stacks"
The scenes will be performed at assorted locations within the library, from the circulation desk to seating areas and the book stacks themselves.
Main Stage theater production offers original take on "Hamlet"
The new play offers a fresh take on Shakespeare's "Hamlet" by focusing on the perspectives of Claudius and Gertrude.
Forge Theater Lab presents pandemic-inspired works
Spanning multiple generations, relationships, and voices, “No Place to Go” is a reminder that despite the pandemic causing many to feel isolated, we are united by one collective experience.
Theater Block renovation gets grant support
The decades-long effort to revitalize a cultural landmark in downtown Fitchburg took a significant step forward when the Fitchburg State University Theater Block on Main Street was presented a grant for $3 million by the local legislative delegation.
Grant will support storefront activation at Theater Block
The funds will help reactivate storefront spaces adjacent to the theater itself.
Downtown redevelopment projects highlighted
Massachusetts Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy toured downtown Fitchburg this week to get a closeup look at the public and private development that is remaking the city, including the Main Street Theater Block.
Students nominated for Kennedy Center theater awards
Numerous members of the cast and crew of "Our Reckoning" have been nominated for the prestigious Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival awards, including a special recognition to the student writers for their original work.