Upcoming Events
This is a partial list. View our calendar for a complete listing.

January 28, 2010, WRAE Call for Volunteers
The PCA’s annual art show is just around the corner. This greatly anticipated annual event cannot happen without help from many, many volunteers. To kick off this annual tradition, the PCA Board of Directors is hosting a dinner to welcome volunteers (old and new). (details...) 

January 30, 2010, The Love Dogs
Take one red hot horn section - we’re talkin’ alto, tenor, baritone saxes and trombone—down and dirty. Add liberal amounts of barrelhouse boogie woogie piano and stinging Fender guitar. Pour over a funky swinging rhythm section .... Sound like a great night? You bet it is!   (details...)  SOLD OUT!

CANCELLED! February 5, 2010,  Karaoke Super Star Evening
Join us to sing, observe or applaud Karaoke. A raised stage, stage lights, great acoustics, extreme video, 3000+ songs, and a crowd specifically gathered for Karaoke and fun.... (details...) 

February 6, 2010,  Art Reception at the PCA
Join artist, performer and educator Emily Piper for the opening of In Style with Creativity Unhinged, A Bevy of Finely Dressed Ladies Painted on Vintage Doors. (details...)

February 6, 2010, Illumination Opera
Illumination Opera will perform scenes from the well-loved repertoire by Puccini, Mozart, Donizetti, Verdi and Bizet.   (details...)  (Tickets...)  

February 11, 2010,  USAF Bay State Winds – Free Concert
Please join the Air Force Band of Liberty’s Bay State Winds clarinet quartet for a memorable evening of music. (details...) 

February 13, 2010,  Double the Fun Comedy Night
Double over with laughter as we bring two more exceptional stand-up comedians to the PCA stage.   Tom Colliton, a fellow suburbanite, is a consummate performer who brings the laughs with well crafted jokes and unique improv skills. Also performing is Dave Rattigan, a Boston Comedy Festival veteran.  Known for his deadpan delivery and quick wit on stage, Dave is a stand-up favorite among the club, theater and corporate events scene.  This show will sell out soon. (details...)  SOLD OUT!

February 14, 2010, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Marcie Van Cleave.   (details...) 

February 16, 2010,  Winter Art Studio at the PCA
Create magnificent art for Westford’s Regional Art Competition at the PCA or for your home gallery.
Create projects in COLLAGE, SCULPTURE AND PAINTING.
. (details...) 

February 20, 2010, Eguie Castrillo Band
Latin percussion sensation Eguie Castrillo's high-energy performances have excited audiences around the world. Eguie and his hot band are famous for getting audiences on their feet. Come ready to dance!  (details...)  (Tickets...)  

February 26, 2010,  Art Lecture, American Artists in Europe
After the American Civil War, young artists, most from Northern states where the economy had flourished, flocked to Europe to study in the great centers of France, Germany, Italy, and England. The influences of European experiences can be seen in their best known art, much of which now resides in American museums. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

February 27, 2010, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: Dan Pearl.   (details...) 

March 5-6, 2010, Nashoba Players
Ain’t Misbehavin’
The outrageously prodigious comic and musical soul of 1930's Harlem comes alive in this rollicking, swinging, finger-snapping musical that is still considered one of Broadway's best Tony Award winning musicals. (details...) 

March 13, 2010, Eight to the Bar
Drawing musical influences from American roots music - swing, boogie woogie, rhythm & blues, soul, and Motown - Eight to the Bar is known for outstanding instrumentalists and sophisticated musical and vocal arrangements.   (details...)  (Tickets...)  

March 14, 2010, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Lisa Greenleaf.   (details...) 

March 19, 2010,  First Annual ‘Artists for Artists’ Gala and Fundraiser
Don't miss this silent auction, with proceeds to benefit art students at Westford Academy. (details...) 

March 20, 2010,  Minsoo Sohn
Don’t miss this dazzling program of music by Bach, Beethoven, Franck and Liszt’s Paganini Etudes. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

March 20, 2010, Elliot Steger Quartet
Back by popular demand! Join us for a exceptional evening of music performed by our very own, local, award-winning composer Dr. Elliot Steger. The program includes original selections from Dr. Steger's CDs as well as songs from The Beatles, Billy Joel, Duke Ellington and other favorites. This popular show will sell out quickly so order your tickets today.
(details...)  (Tickets...)  

March 26-27, 2010, Westford Regional Art Event awards
Everyone’s invited to participate! Display your own art or simply enjoy the talent of local artists – professional and amateur. (details...) 

April 10, 2010, Christian Howes
Christian Howes is widely recognized as a path-finding figure on the contemporary violin. He's won recognition and kudos from artists and critics alike and performs regularly with jazz legends Les Paul and Bill Evans. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

May 1, 2010, Delta Generators
As their name implies, The Delta Generators combine the urgency and soulfulness of delta blues with the power and energy of early rock 'n' roll. They could be classified as a blues band, there is room on that big blue canvas for brush strokes of Memphis soul, Louisiana funk, and classic rock 'n' roll. 
(details...)  (Tickets...)  

May 7-8, 14-15, 2010, Nashoba Players
Show to be determined. For further information, visit the Nashoba Players website at www.nashobaplayers.org.

May 16, 2010,  Ida LeClair in A Visit With Ida
Ida LeClair has been called the funniest woman in Maine. She will crack you up with her insights into love, sex and the Pine Tree State of mind. Guaranteed to put you in touch with your “innah Mainah,” Ida has Moxie, and she’s not afraid to drink it! (details...)  (Tickets...)  

May 22, 2010,  Bonnie Anderson & Donna Gross-Javel
Come hear our Artistic Director make ‘four hands’ look and sound like ‘two’ with Donna Gross-Javel, with music by Benda, Schubert, Brahms, and living composers from around the world. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

May 23, 2010,  University of Massachusetts Lowell Opera Workshop
University of Massachusetts Lowell students will perform opera scenes from their Opera Workshop class under the musical direction of Bonnie Anderson. (details...) 

View our calendar for a complete listing
For more information about us or our programs,
please contact us at (978) 692-6333 or
email us at pca@westford.com

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PAST EVENTS from the 2009-2010 SEASON

September 12, 2009, Superior Sound Workshop &mdash Free! 
Gain hands-on skills with the PCA’s sound system.   (details...) 
FULL!

September 12, 2009, Booty Vortex
Kick off the season Boston’s finest funk/disco/soul cover bands. This 13 piece funk extravaganza combines hot vocalists backed by a rhythm and horns section that will sear your soul and blast you into the past.   (details...)  SOLD OUT!

September 18, 2009 CANCELLED,  Art Lecture, The American Arts & Crafts Movement
This talk will explore the social context of the Arts & Crafts Movement in America, and view examples of the work of the designers and architects who contributed to it.

September 20, 2009,  Art Reception at the PCA
Join us for the opening reception of Nature, Wildlife and Scenic — fine art photography by Daniel Senie. (details...)

September 26, 2009, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: Bill Fisher.   (details...) 

October 3, 2009, David Rivera Quintet
One of the hottest young jazz drummers, 24 year old Drummer David Rivera has performed with Claudina Brinn & Ramon Cruz as well as award-winning Gospel Singer Ron Kenoly. Come catch this dynamic young contemporary Latin-jazz rising star on his way up! (details...)  (Tickets...)  

October 4, 2009,  Kate Egan, Soprano and Anastasia Jamieson, Soprano
Ms. Egan and Ms. Jamieson will perform a program which includes arias and duets from operas by Purcell, Mozart, Donizetti, Rossini, Verdi and Puccini. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

October 10, 2009,  Art Reception at the PCA
Join us on a visual journey at the PCA Gallery. Mark your calendar for the Reflections on Fifty – 50 New Oil Paintings by Laurie G. Miller (details...)

October 11, 2009, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Lucia Watson.   (details...) 

October 24, 2009, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: Sarah Gregory Smith.   (details...) 

October 25, 2009, The PCA’s 10 Year Celebration
Help us celebrate 10 fabulous years of art, music, dance and theatre! Drop in to listen to live music, enjoy a sweet treat and just soak up the ambiance of our beautiful building. Everyone is welcome to join us for a lively afternoon celebration.
(details...)  FREE!

November 1, 2009,  Art Reception at the PCA
Join us for the reception of a joint show of oil and acrylic paintings by Phyllis Hughes and Judi Babcock. Phyllis will be showing her colorful New England landscapes while Judi will be exhibiting dancers from around the world. (details...)

October 30-31, November 1, 6-7, 2009, Nashoba Players, Godspell
Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, Godspell boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day”.
(details...) 

November 7, 2009,  Mark Laverty
Join us for a delightful afternoon of piano music by Bach, Mozart, Chopin, and Liszt. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

November 8, 2009, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Bill Fischer.   (details...) 

November 13, 2009,  Teen Open Mike Night
This is a great opportunity for acoustic musician’s and singers of all levels to take to the stage for a song or two, without the pressure of having a whole set of music ready. Sign up for time slots at the door. (details...) 

November 14, 2009, Fat City Band
Yes! It’s the one and only—Fat City! You’ve seen their name at sold-out shows all over New England, and now they’re coming to the PCA! Don’t miss the “dance fest” of the season!  (details...)  SOLD OUT!

November 20, 2009,  F.A.M.E. Music Café
Westford residents have talent, many parents and friends of Westford music students participate in semi-professional music groups. We are fortunate that a number of these have donated their time to perform in a cabaret style setting for our Fall Fundraiser. A variety of music styles including folk, blues, jazz and rock’n’roll will be showcased. (details...) 
Please note: This program is not produced by the PCA.

November 21, 2009, The Berklee Concert Jazz Orchestra
This 18-piece band features some of Berklee's top student players. They received a standing ovation and accolades for their performance before an audience estimated at 2,000. Get your tickets to this one early! (details...)  (Tickets...)  

November 27, 2009,  Teen Thanksgiving Homecoming Concert
Always a great concert, with Westford’s best bands hitting the stage! (details...) 

November 28, 2009, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: Jim Fownes.   (details...) 

November 28, 2009, Holiday Art Fair
Please join us for a Holiday Fair to benefit the Westford Elementary Schools PTO. . (details...) 
Please note: This event is not produced by the PCA.

November 29, 2009, Sing-Along Messiah
Make a joyful noise for the holiday season at the PCA’s third Sing-Along Messiah. This is becoming a Westford holiday tradition. (details...) 
(Tickets...)  

December 6, 2009,  Art Reception at the PCA
The Parish Center of the Arts invites you to join us for the opening reception of “Explorations” – Watercolors and Handmade Paper Reliefs by Joyce L. Youngberg. (details...)

December 11, 2009, Stämbandet Scandinavian Vocal Ensemble
COME! and be enchanted by the joyous and colorful expressions of a traditional Swedish holiday!    (details...) 

December 12, 2009, Rumphius 2009 Showcase
Celebrate two beloved children’s authors, Bill Peet and Dr. Seuss, in a fun-filled family Junkbox Puppettale of a scaredy-cat horse who finds his courage based upon the story by Bill Peet and Robert Kapilow’s Green Eggs and Ham (details...)  (Tickets...)  
Please note: This program is not produced by the PCA.

December 13, 2009, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Jacob Bloom.   (details...) 

December 18 & 19, 2009, An Old-Fashioned Noel
Join your community in celebrating the beauty and warmth of the season in a concert of 18th and 19th century traditional Christmas songs, poetry and storytelling. The evening will highlight local performers of all ages culminating in a carol sing and a visit from Father Christmas. . (details...)  (Tickets...)  
Please note: This program is not produced by the PCA.

December 26, 2009, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: TBD.   (details...) 

January 2, 2010,  Art Reception at the PCA
It’s your second New Years’ party at the PCA Gallery on Saturday evening, January 2 from 6:00 – 9:00pm. The show is Inner Light by Jim Curran. (details...)
Contribute a non-perishable food item to enter a drawing for a framed print.

January 8, 2010,  Teen Rock Concert
If your band hasn’t hit the stage yet this year, now could be the time to do it. (details...) 

January 10, 2010, Family Barn Dance
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and music.... Caller: Tim Van Egmond.   (details...) 

January 16, 2010, Sunny and Her Joy Boys, featuring Duke Robillard
Sunny and Her Joy Boys salutes the golden era of women vocalists of the '20s through the '50s, where big bands and small combos alike created classic American pop, swing and blues songs of the day.  (details...)  SOLD OUT!

January 23, 2010,  Leslie Hitelman
Enjoy an afternoon featuring the pianist as composer: music by Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt and Hitelman. (details...)  (Tickets...)  

January 23, 2010, Saturday Barn Dance
Join us for dancing and music in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Caller: Marcie Van Cleave.   (details...)