Halloween Event Final Weekend - Alien Invasion: Connecticut Friday 10/31 & Saturday 11/1

Halloween’s most unique encounter takes place in East Haven, CT aboard a historic trolley with “ALIEN INVASION: CONNECTICUT”

Check Out This Great Event at The Kate and Enjoy a Special Offer...

Don’t Miss Hirschfeld’s Broadway at the Kate on October 29, 7pm!

Calling all Dancing Queens for Mamma Mania!

October 24 at 7:30 pm in the Oneglia Auditorium at the Warner Theatre in Torrington

Diana Krall Returns to the Palace Theater Stage in Waterbury with New U.S. Tour Dates

Tickets go on sale beginning October 17th at www.DianaKrall.com.

A Killer Evening: Play Soirée – 'Arsenic and Old Lace'

Join us for a killer evening of theater, laughter, and community!

Theater Review: 'Legally Blonde The Musical' by CYT/CSC

"What You Want" is to catch this "Positive" and very pink production of 'Legally Blonde' performed at Crosby HS in Waterbury.

Nancy's Calendar for Oct. 17 - 19

Check out what is happening in theater, music, and family-friendly events this weekend.

Free Parking for College Students This Weekend Only at Phantom Fall Fest

Plan a Group Outing to Phantom Fall Fest!

A Book for Children: 'These ABCs Belong to Me!'

Beautifully Illustrated ABC Book Empowers Kids to Turn Hurtful Labels Into Superpowers

Final 2 Weekends of Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce

Spooky season is in full swing and Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce is offering more horror around every corner.

Selling Fast! Rocky Horror with Barry Bostwick – Oct 30 Only!

The 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPECTACULAR TOUR!

Elm Shakespeare’s Moonlight Masquerade Ball Celebrates 30 Years of Community and Creativity

Step Into the Moonlight: Elm Shakespeare Hosts the Moonlight Masquerade Ball

Alien Invasion : Connecticut Presented by The Haunted Trolley

Exclusive OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD Halloween Experience at the Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River Street, East Haven, Connecticut

Chris Mann Rings in the Holidays with High-Energy New EP ‘Santa, We’re Ready’

Chris Mann Rings in the Holidays with High-Energy New EP ‘Santa, We’re Ready’ — Out November 14th

Hallmark Magic Meets Medical Drama in Psychologist’s New Book, The Doc’s Christmas Miracle

Set in a snowed-in small-town clinic on Christmas Eve, it’s a story of love, second chances and the kind of holiday magic readers crave.

Broadway Musicians Overwhelmingly Vote To Authorize Strike If Needed

The union’s strike authorization vote closed on the evening of Oct. 12, and results were tallied soon after.

Chicago to Host U.S. Premiere of Bernadette, The Musical

Premiere of sweeping new musical, based on a true story, kicks-off U.S. tour in February Other cities will include: New Haven, CT

Book Review: 'Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat' by Julien Chung

Retired first grade teacher Nancy Sasso Janis reviews the newest companion to the beloved "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom."

Theater Review: 'Fiddler on the Roof' by Landmark Community Theatre

This beautiful and heartfelt production of "Fiddler on the Roof" continues at the Thomaston Opera House through Oct. 19.

Theater Review: Agatha Christie's 'The Mousetrap'

Try to figure out a way to catch this tricky murder mystery play before it closes on the Sharon Playhouse stage on Oct. 6.

Nancy's Calendar for the Weekend of Oct. 3-5

This weekly list of entertainment opportunities is compiled by Patch Contributor Nancy Sasso Janis.

Theater Review: 'Lucky Stiff' at Seven Angels Theatre

The hilarious farce directed by Robert Mintz continues at Waterbury's Seven Angels Theatre continue through Oct. 12.

Theater Review: "Austen's Pride" at Waterbury's Palace Theater

The tour continues with two performances on Saturday at the beautiful Palace Theater in Waterbury.

Nancy's Calendar for Weekend of Sept. 26 - 28

This weekly list is compiled by Patch Contributor Nancy Sasso Janis

America is Coming to the Palace

The iconic multi-platinum-selling group, America will celebrate their 54th anniversary with a series of tour dates in 2025.

American Mural Project Invites All Ages to Enjoy Creative Fun Together at Family Days

Family Days and Teen Art Studios at AMP Provide Hands-On Educational Activities on Select Saturdays

Magic of Motown at the Warner Theatre

WARNER THEATRE BRINGS THE SOUL AND SPIRIT OF "HITSVILLE, USA" TO TORRINGTON WITH MAGIC OF MOTOWN Oct 10, 2025

An Evening with David Foster and Katherine McPhee

An intimate evening with one of the biggest musical forces of our time.

Hall of Fame Innovation Wall to Be Displayed at American Mural Project

Interactive Celebration of Connecticut Innovation to Pair Perfectly with Mural Dedicated to the Role of Work in American Life

Phantom Fall Fest Actors Are Ready to Scare

Nancy Sasso Janis shares her experience of attending the final dress rehearsal for the Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce in Bristol.

"Alien Invasion: Connecticut" Halloween Event Opening Night Friday, Oct. 3

ALIEN INVASION: CONNECTICUT lands at the Shore Line Trolley Museum for a total of 12 nights

WSO’s MasterWorks Opening Concert, Oct 5

A journey through three powerful musical visions: American simplicity & optimism, a spiritual journey and a stormy, passionate quest.

Theater Review: 'Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville' at Connecticut Theatre Company

This is a light and sunny musical that probably appeals to Buffett fans more than those that recognize only two of the songs.

Lake Compounce Phantom Fall Fest Kicks off Sept. 20

Wake Up to the Most Intense Haunt Ever at Phantom Fall Fest, Project Nightmare

Scrapbooking Program at the Mattatuck Museum

Thanks to Art Bridges Access for All program.

Nancy's Calendar for the Weekend of Sept. 12

Portions of this weekly list are shared on WOW Radio/WATR 97.7 FM

Faith Healer Opens at the Sherman Playhouse September 19

Faith Healer, written by Brian Friel (Dancing at Lughnasa) and directed by Kyle Minor, is sure to provoke thoughtful conversations.

Cast of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap Announce

Sharon Playhouse Announces the Cast of Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap directed by Hunter Foster

Theater Review: 'Daddy Long Legs' by Savin Rock Theatre

Savin Rock Theatre Company presented their inaugural production last weekend.

Award-winning Illusionist Coming to the Thomaston Opera House

Award Winning Magician George Saterial to perform at Historic Thomaston Opera House