Capital Classics Theatre Company presents AS YOU LIKE IT
4221 CTCapital Classics celebrates its 30th anniversary with Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy, AS YOU LIKE IT. Running July 29-August 15 on the grounds of the University of Saint Joseph. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to USJ's Autorino Center for the Performing Arts.
TEEN INTENSIVE
388 244 Park Rd, West HartfordPlayhouse Theatre Academy Ages 13 - 18 Full-Day Program August 2 - 6 This program offers teen actors the opportunity to get some early pre-professional training as performers. Whether they’re interested in auditioning for college theatre programs or simply curious about what it’s like to train as an actor, students will thrive in this creative […]
Drawing Wild Animals! (Gr. 6-10)
2781Connecticut is teaming up with wondrous wildlife! In this course, learn how to draw wild animals in Connecticut! Students will learn how to draw the features including eyes, noses, and fur as well as learn practical methods of drawing to capture anatomy and gesture. Pencil drawing techniques learned will give students the tools they need […]
Family Program: Picnic and Play
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordPack a picnic basket and enjoy an afternoon at the CHS! Have a picnic lunch on the CHS lawn, get creative with crafts (materials provided), and play complimentary lawn games, including horseshoes, lawn darts, and more! Then, head inside to explore the exhibits, enjoying free admission to the galleries for children under 18. Don’t want […]
Family Grab and Go Bags: A Day at the Beach
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordGet ready for the end-of-summer beach days with a FREE family grab and go bag, available one day only! Explore the stories of some of Connecticut’s well-known beaches through objects from the CHS collection. Then, revamp your summer wardrobe by decorating your own visor and a pair of sunglasses to show off during your next […]
Free First Saturday
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordFree admission to the museum galleries all day. Please note that free admission does not include the Waterman Research Center.
Kuchipudi – A South Indian Dance Presentation
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordThis free educational and performance presentation will provide a basis for understanding Kuchipudi classical dance, introduce Carnatic music and dance’s social and cultural history, as well as demonstrate Kuchipudi dance so that audience members will be able to make connections to the art form and culture. Sarada Nori is an accomplished performer and teacher of […]
School of Rock Open House
School of Rock West Hartford 20 Isham Rd, 2nd Floor, West HartfordCome to our Open House to see our new school, meet our teachers, and get special pricing on School of Rock programs! The Open House is on Saturday from 3 PM to 8 PM.
CCHAP Summer Concert Series: The Undaunted Professor Harp
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordThe third concert in our 6th annual summer concert series is blues music, presented by Professor Harp. This concert will take place on the beautiful CHS lawns at 1 Elizabeth St., Hartford. Grounds are open for seating and picnicking from 5 PM, and the music from 6PM – 7PM. All of the CHS outdoor concerts […]
Family Exhibit Tour: Dressing Up the Past
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordVisit the CHS for a special tour of Making Connecticut followed by a related craft! Through close-looking and hands-on activities, explore how clothing was made and how fashion has changed throughout history. You will have the opportunity to card wool, “work” in a textile factory, and more! We are excited to offer FREE admission to […]
Asian American Poets and Community Dialogue: Aaron Caycedo-Kimura
522 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordJoin us for a unique series of poetry readings and community dialogues! The Asian and Asian American Studies Institute at UConn and the Connecticut Historical Society, along with Make Us Visible CT, invite you to listen to Connecticut’s Asian American poets and explore personal stories and local histories. The first event in the series features […]
West Hartford French Conversation Group
Parlez-vous francais? Come practice your French with us. We meet monthly. Skill levels from intermediate to advanced.