HOPKINTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Art I Music I Dance I Theater I Ceramics for all ages.
I’m proud to support additional funding every year for ... programming that’s accessible to all ages, tastes and schedules. The HCA is critical to providing access to these programs in Hopkinton and the region."
Representative Carolyn Dykema
We are blessed to have this inclusive & engaging arts center as a vibrant resource in our community, a place that personally is always welcoming, brings joy, laughter, entertains & insightful reflection/appreciation of other's creative talents.
Darlene Hayes
What a surprize! You never know what you'll see here.
Matt Niemi
It's like magic to our kids. HCA has provided opportunities for fun, self-expression, learning, making new friends and keeping the old.
Jen Lentz
I love coming to this art class. It has been a place where I can relax and take my mind off everything going on in my busy life. I have learned so much since September. I have grown and become more confident in my work. The HCA is truly a beautiful peaceful space. Thank you.
Shari Daly
I am so glad I found HCA! I love it here because it is about creating quality work.
Anika Gupta, age 10
I didn't have any artistic confidence, and was considering abandoning art. Now, after studying and volunteering for over a year, I am enrolled and preparing for art school. I cannot begin to express my gratitude for this place, and to Kris and Sarah for being so supportive.
James Morningstar
oooh wow. New! OOOOH GOOD.
4-year-old Maya's reaction to the new gallery show.
Events and Featured Classes
23FebAfro Dance Workshop with SIMDACA African Dance Academy + More Info Afro Dance Workshop with SIMDACA African Dance Academy February is Black History Month and the perfect time to kick off the HCA's new Arts Around the World cultural series. Have fun dancing and learning about the history of African dance with the SIMDACA African Dance Academy. This workshop is designed for all ages from 4 to 125! SIMDACA African Dance Academy is led by Chefiatou Tokou. Chefiatou is from Togo, west Africa. She is a natural born dancer who has been teaching and performing for years. She infuses her fun, unique, and creative personality through her dance. She performs and conducts dance workshops all over the New England area. She specializes in traditional, afro gospel, contemporary, cultural and modern African dance for all age groups. She is the owner of SIMDACA. You can follower her work @chefiatou or learn more at www.simdaca.com. Watch. $10 per person, FREE for HCA Members Tickets: $10 General Admissions, $0 for members February 23 (01:00 pm-02:00 pm)
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01MarFirst Friday Open Mic + More Info First Friday Open Mic at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts
Join us at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts for our First Friday Open Mic with host and singer-songwriter Jack Byrne. Singers, players, songwriters, poets, and storytellers of all ages are invited to perform. Sign-ups now available online. March Feature: Gentle Temper is Ryan Meier and Marion Earley, an ocean-folk duo with a blues tide from the bay of Boston, MA. Marion and Ryan met while attending college in Boston and began writing and playing together in August of 2016. Their live sound builds on a sturdy foundation of lyrical storytelling, animated harmonies & a steady undercurrent of dynamics. Gentle Temper have opened for nationally touring acts LOLO, Ballroom Thieves, Bombadil, and 2014 NPR Favorite New Artist The Family Crest. They've had the pleasure of performing in support of various charities and foundations, including the Chikumbuso Women and Orphans Project, Casa Myrna Vazquez Inc., The American Civil Liberties Union and Relay for Life. The duo was featured on NBC10’s “Boston’s Bucket List” as winners of the Lizard Lounge Main Event in July 2018 and was featured in the Top 15 of WBUR 90.9’s local NPR Tiny Desk Favorites in that same year. They have additionally been nominated for Best New Artist in The 2018 Boston Music Awards. Their debut album “Our Warm Red Light” was released on October 7th, 2018. www.gentletemper.com Sign-ups 7:00pm, Music 7:30pm Online Sign-up: https://www. $5 at the door, FREE for HCA Members March 01 (07:00 pm-09:00 pm)
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02MarESL Live Sketch Comedy! + More Info
Featuring performances from Kelly Grill, Mary-Scarlata-Rowe, Keith Rowe, Paul Champlin , Dan Cote, Christina Alfonso, Denise and Mark Laumeister, Steve Sullivan, Amy Cafazzo and Jeff MacMillan Just like SNL there will be sketches, commercials, AND a live band. Save time for dancing after the show! Cash bar. Intended for adults Saturday March 2, 2019 $23 - Adults $18 - Seniors Buy tickets in advance online CLICK HERE March 02 (08:00 pm-10:00 pm)
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03MarChildren's Series: Mike the Bubbleman + More Info Mike The Bubble Man is back by popular demand! Mike brings magic and science to the stage with this interactive 45-minute indoor show about BUBBLES! Through music, choreography, and comedy, bubbles—in all different shapes and sizes—come alive, sparking imagination and wonder. Tickets: $5 Kids, $10 Adults (ages 11 month and under FREE)
Tickets: $10 General Admissions, $9 for members March 03 (03:00 pm-03:45 pm)
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10MarJazz Jam Sundays + More Info Are you a musician or just love to listen to jazz music? Join the MetroWest Jazz Project at the HCA every second Sunday of the month. One-hour concert followed by a public jam session open to musicians. Sundays 11 am. $5 at the door includes coffee and assorted breakfast treats.
March 10 (11:00 am-01:30 pm)
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15MarBroadway in Hopkinton: Ines Nassara + More Info HCA Broadway in Hopkinton Series |
07AprKaren K & the Jitterbugs + More Info Bug Out! with Karen K in her imaginary backyard fort where she makes music with her friends, the Jitterbugs: Bumble (the bee who doesn’t like to sting); Stinky (loves playing outside, refuses baths), Hop (full of energy, working on self control); Slug Bug (needs a LOT of naps). In this crowd-engaging, full-of-energy and wonder show, Karen takes audience members young and old on a musical adventure exploring themes of kindness, friendship and downright fun. One of the most buzzed about songwriters and performers for families and kids on the East Coast, Karen K & her Jitterbugs have received multiple national awards, including a Parents Choice Fun Stuff Award and Best KidVid of 2014 for their smash hit video “(I Woke Up in a) Fire Truck.” Music from both of their albums – “Pancakes for Dinner” and “Big Ol’ Truck” can be heard on radio stations across the country. Videos and streaming available at: www.karenkjitterbugs.com Tickets: $5 Kids, $10 Adults (ages 11 month and under FREE)
Tickets: $10 General Admissions, $9 for members April 07 (03:00 pm-04:00 pm)
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