Have you ever wanted to give an improv comedy a try? Then join us for a 2-hour workshop designed to give you a sample of what you would be learning in a full improv class. We will go over the basics to give you an idea of what you can expect from a full course. You will find that improv isn’t just for performers – the skills learned can be applied to your everyday life – whether it be public speaking, listening skills, or being more comfortable with risk-taking; improv is for everyone.
This completely improvised show of loosely connected scenes will make you laugh, cry, laugh, and then cry again. And then laugh.
The show starts with suggestions from the audience, and the performers take it from there, weaving a narrative rife with callbacks, one liners, and specifics gleaned from your suggestions.
Join Polish born artist Marek Sarba in a discussion about the voyage of the Titanic and its passengers and about Sarba’s dynamic painting that remembers the lives of those who perished. Joining Sarba for the discussion will be Russell Jinishian, who is regarded as the nation’s leading authority on contemporary marine art.
Please join us at the Ocean House for the 2023 Black & White Ball: United for the Arts. Come celebrate and support some of our community’s most inspiring, historic, and dedicated performing arts organizations. A lavish gathering awaits, with live music, food, open bar, and festive décor. Proceeds from the event will benefit the UNITED Theatre, Chorus of Westerly, and Salt Marsh Opera and support the inspiring performances, cultural presentations, and educational opportunities presented by all three organizations.
In collaboration with the Mystic Aquarium, March of the Penguins is a month-long celebration of penguins to raise awareness for the African penguins, an endangered species, in collaboration with the Aquarium’s long-time partner, the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB). Proceeds raised from this month long initiative will benefit the conservation efforts undertaken by Mystic Aquarium and SANCCOB to preserve the endangered African Penguin.
Westerly Sound Presents | Watchhouse – Special Duo Set
Opening performance by Jordan Tice.
Over a year after Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Watchhouse (formerly known as Mandolin Orange) reintroduced themselves on their 2021 self-titled LP, the pair shared a special surprise release: Watchhouse (Duo). It’s a project that captures the fundamental power of Watchhouse: Two singers and musicians with profound chemistry, performing earnest yet masterfully crafted songs that encompass the unknowable mysteries, existential heartbreak, and communal joys of modern life.
THE UNITED THEATRE PRESENTS | THE WOOD BROTHERS | WWW.THEWOODBROS.COM
Dubbed “masters of soulful folk” by Paste, The Wood Brothers formed after brothers Chris and Oliver Wood pursued separate musical careers for 15 years. Chris already had legions of devoted fans for his incomparable work as one-third of Medeski Martin &Wood, while Oliver toured with Tinsley Ellis before releasing a half-dozen albums with his band King Johnson. With drummer Jano Rix added as a permanent third member, it’s become quite clear that The Wood Brothers is indeed the main act.
Savoy Bookshop & Café presents Peter Swanson – Author Talk and Q&A.
In this spectacularly devious novel by New York Times bestselling author Peter Swanson—featuring the smart and complex Lily Kintner from his acclaimed novel, The Kind Worth Killing—a private eye starts to follow a possibly adulterous husband, but little does he know that the twisted trail will lead back to the woman who hired him. The Kind Worth Saving, will be available only 1 day before the event on March 7th!
Ticket includes entry and copy of the book.
Stonington residents Chris Kepple and Dale Degroff team up for special pre St. Patrick’s Day screening of Kepple’s film A Call to Arts, as well as a brief history and tasting of the Irish Coffee by Degroff at the UNITED on Thursday March 9, 2023 at 7pm.
Get ready for Saint Patrick’s Day with an Irish Coffee and a film about Irish rebel and writer Ernie O’Malley and Connecticut artist Helen Hooker. Shot in Stonington, Connecticut and in various locations in Ireland including Dublin, Limerick and Newport, A Call to Arts is a film about love, art, revolution and Ireland. A Call to Arts premiered on the RTÉ Network in Ireland and Connecticut Public Television in 2020.
Join Westerly’s own Big Lux as he makes his debut performance at the UNITED Theatre! He will be joined by the Westerly High School Jazz Band, a dynamic group that gave Lux his introduction to jazz and improvisation as a student.
Ticket profits will benefit the Westerly High School Band’s fundraising effort to represent the town at a Disney World parade. T-shirts will also be available for purchase to benefit the band.
In partnership with the Mystic Aquarium, The UNITED is thrilled to host an open house featuring penguin activities for all! Featuring penguins on screen, penguins in pictures, penguin-made art, penguin crafts, and a special penguin “meet & greet” with the Mystic Aquarium African penguins!
At 11:45am, there will be a special Story to Screen event featuring the movie Surf’s Up with story time presented by The Westerly Library.
Join us for a dance party with dance contest hosted by the Friends of the UNITED featuring local swing band Johnny and The East Coast Rockers with horns. The event will include a 1 hr. dance lesson led by Jody Rudnick followed by an open dance floor. Open to all and no experience is necessary!
Dancers entering the contest will be judged by a panel and the winners for “Best Dressed,” “Most Spirited Dancer,” and “Best Couples Dance” will receive a prize with a top cash prize $500.
Sponsored by Ed French & Son, Pure Eco Spa & Boutique and the Westerly Airport Association.
The real-life inspiration behind the hit television series The Partridge Family, the Cowsills — teen siblings Bill, Bob, Barry, John, Susan, and Paul in tandem with mom Barbara — were one of the biggest pop acts of the late ’60s, Distinguished by their angelic harmonies and sun kissed melodies, siblings Bob, Paul and Susan carry on the touring tradition of The Cowsills playing hits that include: Hair (legendary theme from the movie “Hair”), Indian Lake, We Can Fly, Love American Style (Theme Song), The Rain, The Park And Other Things, and more!
The UNITED presents Langhorne Slim and John Craigie. Join Slim and Craigie as they pair their one-of-a-kind songwriting abilities for a slew of unequaled shows. Each artist will be performing a solo set.
Join comedian Ben Bailey for a night of live comedy at The UNITED! Bailey drove the smash hit series “Cash Cab” (still in syndication around the world) for over 550 episodes, earning multiple Daytime Emmy Awards. Prior to becoming “the Cash Cab guy,” he performed at The Comedy Store in LA, in clubs across NYC and at major comedy festivals around the world. Bailey starred in two specials for Comedy Central and has appeared on “”The Tonight Show,” ”The Today Show,” “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “Rachel Ray” and virtually every major morning show (TV and radio) in the country.
