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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday |
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday |
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| What's happening today in Franklin? |
The 25-26 Season Ticket Packages for the Schools of Performing Arts at Dean College are now available for purchase. Regular single tickets will go on sale on September 1. Here are the links to the different ticket packages available:
25-26 Dance Season Package - https://ci.ovationtix.com/36211/store/packages/148315
25-26 Theatre Season Package - https://ci.ovationtix.com/36211/store/packages/148314
25-26 Full Season Package - https://ci.ovationtix.com/36211/store/packages/148316
The Full Season Package (eight performances - four theatre and four dance) is $132 for the general public and $72 for senior citizens and non-Dean students
The Theatre Series Package (four performances – The Wolves, Cabaret, Much Ado About Nothing, and The Prom) is $66 for the general public and $36 for senior citizens and non-Dean students
The Dance Series Package (four performances – Fall Dance Concert, Faculty Dance Works, Choreographers' Concert, and Dance Company) is $66 for the general public and $36 for senior citizens and non-Dean students.
Ticket packages are now available online starting today at the links above. Again individual single tickets for all shows will go on sale September 1 at www.dean.edu/performance. If there are any questions about season ticket packages, please email David Rowell (drowell@dean.edu) or Anna Proulx (aprolux@dean.edu).
Thank you.
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Here is a breakdown of the eight (four theatre and four dance) mainstage 25-26 season shows:
2025-2026 Performing Arts Season at Dean
The Wolves
Written by Sarah DeLappe
October 15-19, 2025 - Main Stage
A contemporary play that follows the experiences of a high school girls' indoor soccer team. The drama unfolds entirely during their pre-game warm-ups as nine teenage girls navigate complex issues of adolescence, identity, and social dynamics. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. (www.concordtheatricals.com).
Fall Dance Concert
October 31-November 1, 2025 - Guidrey Center
Cabaret
Book by Joe Masteroff; Based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood; Music by John Kander; Lyrics by Fred Ebb
November 12-16, 2025 - Main Stage
Daring, provocative, and exuberantly entertaining, this musical explores the dark and heady life of Bohemian Berlin as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark (www.concordtheatricals.com).
Faculty Dance Works
December 5-6, 2025 - Main Stage
Two energetic and exciting evenings of dance, featuring outstanding works conceived by the Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance faculty and guest artists.
Much Ado About Nothing
Written by William Shakespeare
February 18-22, 2026 - Main Stage
One of Shakespeare's last comedies, Much Ado About Nothing was first presented in 1598 and feels as contemporary as if it were written yesterday. The classic play is chock-full of surprises, laughs, relationships that feel familiar, and unforgettable characters navigating their way through impossible circumstances.
Choreographers' Concert
February 27-28, 2026 - Main Stage
Dean student choreographers will have selected works showcased and adjudicated by renowned industry professionals in this two-night concert. Join us to enjoy the creative talents of emerging choreographers in a full production setting.
Friday evening's presentation will feature live commentary from guest artists following each work, while the program will be reprised as a regular concert on Saturday evening.
Please note: The performances may differ each night, so please ensure you attend the appropriate performance if you hope to see specific students.
The Prom
Book and lyrics by Chad Beguelin; Book by Bob Martin; Music by Matthew Sklar; Based on an original concept by Jack Viertel; Original Broadway Production directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw
April 8-12, 2026 - Main Stage
In this comedic and heartwarming musical, four Broadway stars come together to support a high school girl in a small town who faces backlash from the school's PTA for wanting to attend prom with her girlfriend. Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, The Prom expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Presented through special arrangement with, and all authorized performance materials are supplied by, Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036 (www.theatricalrights.com).
Dance Company
April 23-26, 2026 - Main Stage
Faculty and guest choreographers will showcase the impressive talent of Dean's dance majors through a variety of new and restaged dance works, featuring a diverse program of dance genres.
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| Sunday Funday at Fairmount Fruit Farm - Aug 3 from 1 PM to 5 PM |
Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19GBcwrwrb/
For more about Fairmount Fruit Farm -> https://www.fairmountfruit.com/
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| 6th Annual Medway Community Church Reach Out & Run 5k = Aug 23 |
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday |
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday |
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| Library & Senior Center events |
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| What's happening today in Franklin? |
"Habitat partner family/families are selected based on the following guidelines and level of need as determined by: In order to qualify for our homeowner program, applicants must
(a) have a need for safe and decent housing;
(b) have lived or worked in our service area for at least a year;
(c) attend homeownership / financial management seminars at our offices;
(d) meet the HUD median income guidelines;
(e) have secure employment, good credit, legal residency, no felony convictions, and no more than one misdemeanor;
(f) be able to pay a down payment;
(g) demonstrate an ability to pay a mortgage on time, in full, each month;
(h) willing to partner with Old Colony Habitat for Humanity by completing the required sweat equity. The requirement is 250 hours of sweat equity hours."
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| Old Colony Habitat for Humanity opens Family Service Applications August 15 |
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| Trunk or treat scheduled at the Franklin Library - Oct 18 |
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| Trevor Noah's "What Now?" |
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| Interdependence and Pickles! Aug 3 at 10 AM |
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| FHS schedules youth soccer clinic as fund raiser - Aug 26 |
**Tuesday, August 26th from 6:00-7:30 pm on the Stadium Turf at FHS**Open to boys and girls, entering grades 4-8**Sign up and submit payment by August 3rd to guarantee a t-shirt.**Cost: $30**Please bring a ball and plenty of water to the clinic.
