The Cultural Center at Eagle Hill is an exciting $15 million performing arts and events center in the heart of rural central Massachusetts, with a 463-seat proscenium theater, 80-seat studio theater, 500-seat function hall, gallery, and classroom spaces. Since its inception, The Center has become cherished by thousands of visitors as the local place to connect to the arts and to each other, presenting myriad arts, education, and community events each season.
Theatres/Performance Halls
The DCU Center is the largest regional convention center that will accommodate a 50 person gathering to a 15,000 person concert or event. This state-of-the-art facility, boasts over 100,310 sq ft of exhibit space and on site catering in a central Worcester location. All major New England cities are within a one-hour drive. The facility hosts conventions, concerts, sporting events, family shows, trade shows, meetings and banquets. The facility is owned by the City of Worcester, managed by SMG and is the proud home of its professional hockey team, the Worcester Sharks. The Sharks are the American Hockey League affiliated franchise of the San Jose Sharks.
The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, is a 2,300 seat state-of-the-art venue where historic preservation and award-winning renovation meet! Presenting Broadway tours straight from NY, world class concerts, national comedians, and popular family shows in the heart of Massachusetts, the Hanover is a true gem of arts and culture in downtown Worcester.
Special Events and Venue Rentals: Consider your next special event or wedding in the splendor of this magnificent building... contact their special events coordinator at rental [at] thehanovertheatre [dot] org for more info,
Indian Ranch is a resort entertainment venue situated along the shores of historic Webster Lake. It services weddings, banquets, corporate outings, concerts, festivals and much much more. Indian Ranch is also a full-service RV resort that services seasonal camping as well as overnight, weekly, and monthly guests. It is a 'pet-friendly' resort! Indian Ranch is located one hour from Boston, Providence, or Hartford and just one mile off interstate 395. A beautiful, lakeside, scenic venue so close to home!
Mechanics Hall is recognized worldwide as an acoustical masterpiece. It hosts world-class performers, international classical orchestras, jazz legends, folk & acoustic heroes, and recording artists. Mechanics Hall also functions as a rental facility for special events, weddings and social gatherings.
Since 1858 Music Worcester Inc. and The Worcester Music Festival has been bringing the best of music and dance to perform in the best venues in Worcester. Events include symphony orchestras, soloists, chamber ensembles, jazz, classical ballet, and opera including international artists, dance, music for kids, and young artist competitions. Music Worcester is a nonprofit cultural organization. Season of events runs from Oct-June. Tickets available online 24/7.
The Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts and Humanities (QVCAH) is a non profit organization housed in the Historic "Grand Dame" Ammidown – Dresser mansion in downtown Southbridge - also known as "The Arts Center". The Arts Center provides a place to perpetuate the arts and humanities for adults and children alike. Gallery exhibits, lectures, workshops, classes, art classes, puppet shows, fashion, music and vibrant seasonal and annual events are offered to the public (most times for free or a nominal fee).
QVCAH also provides a home for the Gateway Players Theatre, Inc. which welcomes thousands of audience members each year to the Gateway Barn and they give local intergenerational talent, an opportunity to perform on stage. The Arts Center is a unique venue available for rent for meetings, functions, weddings or social gatherings.
