Upcoming Shows, Schedule Change In Hamden Saturday-Sunday Series

HAMDEN, CT — The Hamden Arts Commission announces upcoming performances in its Saturday-Sunday shows, including a schedule change. The “Gatsby in CT” event originally scheduled for Jan. 20 has been moved to March 17 and the “World War Women” show originally scheduled for March 17 has been moved to Jan. 20. Read more from the Hamden Arts Commission below:

On Saturday, Jan. 19, Tanglewood Marionettes will enchant family audiences with The Fairy Circus. Featuring more than 20 beautifully hand-crafted marionettes, The Fairy Circus is a showcase for turn-of-the-century-style trick puppetry. The puppets will dance, play instruments, juggle, contort, transform, and fly through the air with the greatest of ease, all to the best-loved music of favorite composers. This title is perfect for younger children and family audiences. The presentation includes a lively puppetry demonstration prior to the show, and a Question and Answer session following the performance.

The Saturday Series programs are held in the handicapped accessible Thornton Wilder Hall in the Miller Cultural Complex, 2901 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, 06518. All Saturday shows start at 1 p.m. with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $2 for children, $3 for adults, available at the door only and CASH ONLY.

On Sunday, Jan. 20, join us for World War Women, a never before seen adventure into the stories of the unknown, History At Play™ embodies the spirit of international women who risked their lives to defeat Fascism in World War II. World War Women is a suspenseful reliving of the terrors and triumphs of some of our greatest heroines. From organizing the resistance, to rescuing downed RAF pilots, testing new aircraft, and flying dangerous missions, these stories are not for the faint of heart and may very well be the most influential and often forgotten victories of the war.

If you are looking for a performance that reminds audiences young and old that humanity is strongest when working together, look no further than World War Women. Suitable ages 13 and up. Running Time: Approx. 75 minutes.

All Sunday Series performances begin at 2 p.m. and are held in the handicapped-accessible Thornton Wilder Hall, Miller Cultural Complex, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Admission is $7 general admission/ $5 for senior citizens, students and children 12 and under. Tickets are sold at the door only and are CASH ONLY. The series is presented with generous support from the estate of former Commissioner Emeritus Peter C. Hereld.

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