December at Mosesian Center: “A Christmas Carol,” Jazz, Comedy & More

Dick Terhune stars in “A Christmas Carol” at the Mosesian Center for the Arts. The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:

The Mosesian Center for the Arts in Watertown has announced December performances, exhibitions, and arts education programs. From theater, comedy, variety, and music to new exhibitions and arts education, there’s plenty of variety in the month’s programming. “We aimed to offer traditional holiday shows and a variety of events for everyone,” said Executive Director Darren Farrington. “We want our community to feel that December is for everyone.”

Performances

Once Upon a Time | December 2

Watertown Children’s Theatre’s youngest performers, the Junior Players (grades K-2), showcase their vocal, dance, and acting skills in a one-of-a-kind musical revue bringing the pages of favorite fairy tales to life – and telling some new stories along the way! Multiverse Concert Series presents Reef Music | December 3

This action-packed day interweaving coral science, live electro-symphonic music, large-screen video, and immersive activities for the audience is suitable for children, adults, and families.

Mosesian Center Hosting Contemporary Abstract Art Exhibit

Adria Arch’s “Wall Sculpture #4” is part of the “Abstract Art: Contemporary Approaches” exhibit at Mosesian Center for the Arts. The following information was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:

Abstract Art: Contemporary Approaches, the upcoming exhibition at Mosesian Arts, showcases the myriad of distinct ways artists take to create abstract and non-objective work today. Rich textures, organic and geometric shapes, brilliant colors, and emphasis on process are the common threads that unite these works, from paintings to prints, collages, and drawings to exquisite fiber pieces and sculptural forms. However, the concepts behind the art are very different. Adria Arch’s wall sculptures are a delightful mixture of two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms. The painterly surfaces are rich and inviting and the colors are fresh and contemporary. The biomorphic and geometric shapes playfully interact.

Watertown Ceramic Studio Holding Holiday Pottery Sale

Watertown ceramic studio Indigo Fire will host the Fall into Winter Holiday Sale. Indigo Fire Watertown will be hosting a pottery sale on Sunday, Nov. 20th from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 79R Grove St., Watertown. Forty potters, will be selling lots of pots and more. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

Tickets on Sale for Mount Auburn Cemetery’s Winter Lights Show

A screenshot from a video showing the lights show at Mount Auburn Cemetery in 2021. The following announcement was provided by the Mount Auburn Cemetery:

Mount Auburn Cemetery announced today that tickets are now on sale for this year’s SOLSTICE: Reflections on Winter Light event, created by MASARY Studios. The annual event at the active cemetery and historic urban green space takes guests on an outdoor journey through large-scale light and sound artworks and an indoor experience with live music and candle lighting. The event starts on December 10 and will run through December 21, 2022, at Mount Auburn Cemetery. Designed to evoke awe and contemplation, the exhibit invites guests to walk through the light-filled landscape and chapels, explore the winter solstice atmosphere, and reflect on moments of change as the year ends and a new cycle begins.

Final Justice & Faith Movie Screening and Discussion This Weekend

The following announcement was provided by the Church of the Good Shepherd:

“Mission: Joy– Finding Happiness in Troubled Times,” will be screened on Sunday, November 13 at 2 p.m. at the Watertown library. 

“Mission: Joy” is a portrait of the remarkable friendship between His Holiness the Dalai Lama and South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu, on their last visit before the Archbishop’s death. Although they both lived through extreme hardship, the film depicts how the two Nobel Peace Prize Laureates continued to live with joy and model it for others. The Watertown Free Public Library is located at 123 Main Street. The film series will be held in the Watertown Savings Bank Meeting Room, which is wheelchair accessible.  

“Mission: Joy” is the final film in the fall series on Justice & Faith sponsored by the Church of the Good Shepherd, Watertown’s Episcopal parish.For more information, contact Beth at bethzwick02472@gmail.com.

Public Arts Committee Seeks Pieces for Sculpture Walk

The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee:

The Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee (PACC) is excited to Watertown’s first Community Sculpture Walk. The Community Sculpture Walk will exhibit public sculptures to enhance use of green space in Watertown, encourage public interaction with contemporary art, and create an annual exhibition opportunity for artists at all career stages working in a variety of mediums. 

The Sculpture Walk follows the Community Path from the Watertown Free Public Library Parking lot to Waverley Avenue. There are eight planned sites along the path for sculptures. In 2023, four sculptures will be selected, with four more selected in 2024, to fill all eight sites along the walk. Sculptures will be on loan from selected artists for two years.

Watertown Actress Stars in Tony-Winning Play “Torch Song”

Janis Hudson will appear in “The Good Deli” at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza. The following announcement was provided by Moonbox Productions:

Watertown actor, Janis Greim Hudson, stars in Moonbox Productions upcoming production of Harvey Fierstein’s Tony-Award-winning play Torch Song, directed by Allison Olivia Choat. Torch Song opens Dec. 2 and runs through Dec. 23 at the BCA Calderwood Pavilion – Roberts Theater.

Winter Wonderland Dance Mini Sessions at Watertown Studio

The following announcement was provided by Move & Groove Watertown:

The weather outside is frightful…so come join our Winter Wonderland Mini-Session! We will bring the blizzard into the studio and stay warm all at the same time! During this mini-session, kids will create holiday cheer through Jazz and Musical Theater dance styles, wintery songs and create their very own sparkly snowflakes! At the end of this 6 week session, dancers will receive a special holiday sparkle to wear during their final performance for families! Spots are limited so make sure you sign up for our snowy Winter Wonderland today!