Saxophonist/composer Brian McCarthy directs the 17-piece jazz orchestra in a program that combines new works and stellar musicianship. Featuring trumpet icon Ray Vega, the orchestra will showcase Latin jazz originals and classic standards arranged by McCarthy and Vega. Join us as we celebrate the premiere of all new music with an all new jazz orchestra!
Vermont Youth Orchestra enthralls in their first concert of the season, presented at Spruce Peak Arts Center in Stowe. An afternoon of especially dramatic works highlights the power of storytelling through music.
The arts are woven into the fabric of all communities, but for some – the act of creating is as critical to life as breathing air. We will explore the stories of these folks, who use art to connect, cope and heal. Join us as we kick off the festival with an evening of film, discussion, and performance!
Explore the critical role community plays in our lives and engage with special guests in a conversation about how to build this life-giving resource, community! Join us as we explore films and engage in creative conversations that tell stories from across the country with incredible examples of humanity, kindness, resilience, and hope.
Join us for the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society Season 4 Student Matinee Performance- Spooky Soirée: Dark and Stormy, Friday, October 28 at 11:00AM. Join Artistic Director, Jia Kim (cello), and the October residency artists: Siwoo Kim, violin; Colin Brookes, viola; ET Kim, piano, for an educational and inspirational presentation for students.
Join the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society as they present Spooky Soirée: Dark and Stormy, October 29 at 7:00PM, a thrilling, haunting, and heart wrenchingly beautiful program of music.
Bring your drama out of the house and onto the stage! Discover theater pieces from a variety of shows like “Our Town,” “Oliver Twist,” and “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” and playwrights like Shakespeare, Arthur Miller, E.A Bucchianeri, and more. Each week we will dive into the theater world and explore the interests of the group to create a collaborative show at the end of 6 weeks.
Join us as we host The Business of Freedom: How Markets Can Support Democracy and Counter Authoritarianism, a live discussion between General Joseph Votel, USA (Ret.) and Michael Abramowitz, president of Freedom House, on the economic consequences of global democratic decline and how the business community can push back against authoritarianism, support human rights, and help build a more secure and prosperous world.
From his breathtaking Double Levitation to his cutting edge Op-Art and Plasma illusions, Jason Bishop features stunning & original state of the art magic. One thing that distinguishes Bishop is his virtuosity. Each show features award winning sleight of hand, exclusive grand illusions and close-up magic projected onto a huge movie screen. No other touring illusionist showcases such a diverse array of talents. Additionally, the show is delivered with a totally modern energy and an outstanding rock & pop soundtrack. Join us for the 3:00PM or 7:00PM show!
The Plattsburgh State Gospel Choir of SUNY Plattsburgh takes a Motown turn this year in its annual Soulful Christmas program Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m at Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center. The concert promises to be inspirational and fun for the entire family. Kick-off the Holiday season with energized performances by the SUNY Plattsburgh Gospel Choir, the SUNY Plattsburgh Praise Dancers, The SUNY Plattsburgh Steppers and exceptional 7-piece band led by Jeff Wheel! Everyone will take away from this concert an elevated appreciation of gospel music but also a renewed tranquility of hope and good will during the Holiday season.
Higher Ground and Spruce Peak Arts present An Evening with Martin Sexton, Thursday, December 8th at 8:00pm. Join us for a night of outstanding music from the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter as he returns to Spruce Peak Arts!
You’ve seen & heard the brilliance of these comedians on late-night TV & Comedy Central. At theatres, performing arts centers and comedy clubs, Liberty Comedy brings you stand-up comedy’s funniest and most talented! This hilarious comedy show featuring Tony Deyo, Shaun Eli and Kerri Louise, is just perfect for a date or a casual night out with friends. Wouldn’t you rather be the one talking about the show instead of just hearing about it later? Don’t be disappointed that you missed out. Buy your tickets now!
Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will visit Stowe at Spruce Peak Arts on Saturday, Jan. 14, at with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. The selected films explore themes of community in skateboarding, mental health in climbing, empowerment, motivation and healing, skiing and FUN!
Join us for the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society Season 4 Performance- American Heartbeat, February 18 at 7:00PM. This incredible group of musicians will showcase influences in American music from American composers paired with Immigrant composers’ unforgettable storytelling in music!
Join us for the Spruce Peak Chamber Music Society’s: Vienna 19C: Hausmusik, March 25 at 7:00PM. An evening of all Viennese music in true intimate and personal SPCMS fashion!
