World Premiere on March 31!

In the world premiere of an original play commissioned by The Umbrella Stage Company, Hortense Gerardo’s Middleton Heights unravels a wry, charming and honest tale that follows Meena and her Filipino family as they assimilate to life in a fictional Midwestern suburb of Cleveland, Ohio.

Celebrating Culture with Middleton Heights

In celebration of community, the arts, and Filipino culture, we are excited to be hosting several community programs throughout the run of Middleton Heights. 
(photo credits: Iskwelahang Pilipino)

Friday, March 31 - Iskwelahang Pilipino (IP) Rondalla Musical Ensemble performs pre-show

Sunday, April 2 - Trish Fontanilla post-show Talk Back with Playwright and Director, in partnership with BosFilipinos

Saturday, April 15 - Iskwelahang Pilipino (IP) Student Dance Group performs pre-show

Sunday, April 16 - Kid-Care Performance*, Post-show Talk Back with the cast, moderated by WPTZ NBC5 Morning Host Lauren Granada (pictured)

Sunday, April 23 - Iskwelahang Pilipino (IP) Tinikling Dance Group performs pre-show

Thanks to Discover Concord Magazine for publishing a detailed article about our state-of-the-art theaters! From top of the line acoustics to intricate scenic and lighting systems to stadium style seating designed for comfort, we are thrilled to be able to welcome audiences back to our beautifully renovated space. 

Want to know more about the facilities that bring our stage company productions come to life? Click the button below to read the full article!

Spring Youth Classes

Youth Volunteer Opportunities

We are looking for teen volunteers (ages 15-17) to assist with April Vacation and Spring Classes. In these roles, volunteers work alongside our Lead Teachers and directly assist younger students with their daily art lessons. These volunteers are a huge support in the classroom and develop a sense of responsibility through observation, participation, planning and implementation - all while having fun!

Interested in being a Classroom Volunteer?
Fill out your application by April 1!

THIS WEEKEND!

The Concord Film Project continues on Sunday, March 26 at 4pm with the "must-see-wanderlust-surf-movie", Given.

Given is the simple yet powerfully contemplative story of a unique family legacy come full circle. Told through the visceral experience of a 6 yr. old, Given follows legendary surfers Aamion and Daize Goodwin from their island home of Kauai through 15 different countries in the quest for surf and to fulfill a calling handed down through generations.

Want something savory or sweet with your movie? Add an optional meal from Saltbox Kitchen to your film ticket! 

PLUS the first opportunity for Kid Care! Our Kid Care pilot program gives parents the opportunity to watch a film while their child(ren) engage in art activities inspired by the film. Pre-registration required.

FREE Art as Activism Workshop for Teens this weekend!

Join artist Nayda A. Cuevas and see how she uses her art on a gallery wall to create a dialogue about race/identity. In a safe and welcoming space, students will learn and discuss how other artists stand up to racial injustice and confront such issues as colonialism, stereotypes, slavery, racism, patriarchy, apartheid, and erasure of indigenous peoples and then create their own artwork to be exhibited at The Umbrella Arts Center in April 2023.

In the community

On Sunday, April 2 at 7pm, The Umbrella is pleased to join First Parish in Concord Social Action Community in co-sponsoring a talk by renowned author and activist Bill McKibben at Concord Carlisle High School.

For over 30 years, McKibben has been at the forefront of climate activism, having founded the organizations 350.org and ThirdAct.org, and with numerous books beginning with The End of Nature (1989) to his most recent The Flag, the Cross and the Station Wagon (2022). 

Book FREE tickets or learn about Zoom streaming options here.