Merrimack Repertory Theatre begins its 2025-26 season with “Misery,” adapted by William Goldman based on the novel by Stephen King. The thrilling stage adaptation of the popular book runs Oct. 15 through Nov. 2 at the Nancy L. Donahue Theatre at Liberty Hall, Merrimack Street, Lowell. In this gripping psychological thriller, celebrated novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash during a blizzard by Annie Wilkes — his self-proclaimed “number one fan.” What begins as a lifesaving gesture spirals into a chilling battle of wills when Annie’s obsession takes a sinister turn. Best known for the iconic 1990 film […]
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Eye on Art: Whistler House hosts joint exhibit receptions
Lowell’s Whistler House Museum of Art continues its 200th birthday celebration with a joint reception on Saturday, Oct. 18, 1-3 p.m. for its two exhibits “Out of the Vault 2025” and the “Lowell Art Association (LAA) Artist Members Show” now on display. WHMA welcomes visitors to experience a selection of artworks from the museum’s extensive permanent collection. “Out of the Vault 2025” consists of beautiful seascapes, rural landscapes, and ethereal portraits which perfectly capture the essence of WHMA’s fine art from all over the world. These works, many of which are antiques, mirror the incredible elegance of the paintings exhibited in the historic […]
Editorial: Top execs’ firing first step in reckless Market Basket coup
And so, the purge begins. That’s the only way to describe the firing of the two top executives of Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas’ leadership team. The two veteran employees, Joe Schmidt, director of operations, and Tom Gordon, the chain’s top grocery supervisor, who have a combined 89 years of service to the company, […]
Stages: Lots of theater offerings for summer and beyond
Summertime and the livin’ is easy, but that doesn’t mean you can forget fall and winter. And they’ll be here before you know it. Broadway In Boston has announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ are now on sale. Performances are at the Emerson Colonial Theatre Sept. 9-21, as part of the 25/26 Lexus Broadway in Boston season. Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Boston in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved […]
Eye on Art: Lowell Folk Festival offers much more than music
It’s time for Lowell to put on its party finery and get ready to host the world at the Lowell Folk Festival tomorrow through Sunday. This marks the 38th year for the fest, a big dance party with the city and its partners pulling out all the stops for music, ethnic foods from around the world, crafts, stuff for kids and unending fun. But the Lowell Folk Festival continues to be more than a music, crafts and food event. The Experience Lowell Arts Market returns to the Lowell Folk Festival, showcasing the region’s vibrant creative community with over 40 local […]
Editorial: Folk Fest returns for another weekend of music, food, fun
The 38th edition of the Lowell Folk Festival returns this weekend, with a complete menu of music, food, crafts and storytelling attractions. Preparation for this annual mega event began literally a few days after the previous Folk Fest concluded. The region’s signature cultural event since 1987, organizers expect to welcome as many as 150,000 visitors […]
