Arts & Culture

Come in from the cold to stroll The Umbrella’s three sunlit floors of open studios and galleries, featuring the exhibitions Off The Wall (small works of Umbrella Studio Artists) and Joy & Peace (abstract paintings by Christiane Corcelle and Jill Goldman-Callahan). Select a treat from Concessions, then savor the creativity on display at the Holiday Ceramics Sale, in Open Studios, and at Guest Artisans' tables brimming with pieces ready to become unique, unforgettable gifts for you and your loved ones. Attending the Market with little ones? Pre-register for or drop in to a family activity led by an Umbrella instructor.

Friday, December 5: 12 PM - 5 PM

Saturday, December 6: 10 AM - 5 PM

Sunday, December 7: 11 AM - 4 PM

Find your breath, your community, and discover the music within you through Native American Style Flute. Guest instructor John Gass from the Concord Conservatory of Music will present and demonstrate his flutes, and teach participants some basics of flute playing with a gentle, direct, and intuitive approach. He is passionate about helping others develop their own talents on the instrument and finding connection to nature, to the larger world, and to each other. No musical background is necessary.

The Umbrella's expanded Concert Series in partnership with Salt Lick Incubator showcases some of your future-favorite musical acts that have emerged through the Salt Lick program. Each concert spotlights the incredible talents of tomorrow's groundbreaking artists, creates support and lets you say you knew them back when! Featuring: Olivia Barton, Carter Benjamin, and Kieran Rhodes.

Meet local pyrography artist Alissa O’Brien at Artisan's Way as she demonstrates her wood-burning technique and discusses her inspirations and her mission. As an artist, Alissa strives to bring attention to simple events in nature that are frequently overlooked or ignored. It is her mission to provide art that creates an awareness of the importance of the natural world. 

November 2, from 1-4 pm

Delve into the mystical world of Tarot cards through the evocative mixed media sculptures by Elisa Adams. Her captivating series, Formed by the Fates: A Journey through the Major Arcana, interprets the mystical symbolism of 22 of the cards, inviting the audience to embark on a meditative and introspective experience with each unique piece. Complementing this journey, abstract encaustic collages by Athena P. Tasiopoulos ignite curiosity and a serene calm with their mesmerizing neutral tones. Avery S. Bramhall joins us with new oil paintings, completing this vibrant show with a burst of color and bold brushstrokes. SHOW RUNS: Oct 15 – Nov 23

The Okee Dokee Brothers are back by popular demand to kick off CCM's 2025/2026 Concert and Speaker Series. Known for their unique blend of bluegrass-inspired folk music, Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing celebrate the outdoors and inspire adventure, fostering a love for nature and music in listeners of all ages.

Written by Jason Robert Brown, "Songs for a New World" is somewhere between a musical and song cycle - a series of songs all connected by a theme: the moment of decision. Characters range from the mother of a Revolutionary soldier awaiting the end of the brutal war to a young man in the Bronx dreaming of becoming a famous basketball player to a forlorn and neglected Mrs. Claus lamenting as Christmas approaches. A diverse cast and rousing score blend pop, gospel, and jazz with tight harmonies and daring vocals that transport its audience from the deck of a Spanish sailing ship bound for a new land to the ledge of a New York penthouse. 

Object Lessons, curated by Nancy Gruskin, is on view June 12th through August 10th at Concord Art. The Opening Reception will be Thursday June 12th, 5:30pm - 7pm. Image: Becky Street, Vessel Quilt, 2024, monoprint, 25.5 x 22 inches, courtesy of the artist

Opera51 presents “A Musical Thriller!"

Sweeney Todd opened on Broadway in 1979 and in the West End of London in 1980. It has been awarded eight Tony Awards, including one for best musical, and inspired the film adaptation by director Tim Burton in 2007.

June 7 at 8:00 pm

June 8 at 2:00 pm

While his mother struggles to earn money in New York City and his father waits alone in Manila for their daily phone calls, six-year-old Eddie learns English from his imaginary friend. Between the War on Drugs in the Philippines and the anti-immigrant movement in the United States threatening their humanity, will this undocumented family be able to pursue their dreams and address unspoken truths? A musical and multilingual journey of childlike wonder, Gaven D. Trinidad’s “Learning How to Read by Moonlight” is equal parts playful, poignant, and hella Pinoy.