Westford/Littleton Action

01/12/2026

Gospel and Bluegrass and Chamber, Oh My! We've got a terrifically diverse weekend ahead at the Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street in Westford! Don't miss out! Tickets for all events are available at www.pcawestford.org, or just stop by Thursday and Friday for some singin' and jammin'!

01/10/2026

The PCA's Classical Series is proud to present chamber trio the Essex Piano Trio (EPT) on January 18 at 4pm. After playing together for several years throughout New England, the musical friends known as EPT formalized their working relationship in 2017 with a primary goal to grow as musicians while sharing the best music possible with audiences. All from Essex County communities along Boston’s North Shore, violinist Ashley Offret of Salem, cellist David Cabral of Lynn, and pianist Beverly Soll of Rockport believe that their “Conversation among Friends” approach reflects their relationship to the music and to each other. EPT members bring many perspectives from their academic backgrounds and professional lives as educators and performers to their collective as a trio. Beverly Soll (University of Illinois and University of Maryland) holds a DMA in chamber music/piano. Ashley Offret is a (University of Maine) and music historian (MM, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music). David Cabral studied at the Boston Conservatory but works as the chief echocardiographer at Boston Medical Center’s Department of Pediatric Cardiology. Visit essexpianotrio.com for more info about this terrific Trio!

In the Program: Conservatory Colleagues and Friends features music of Russian Romantic composers Anton Rubinstein, Peter Tchaikovsky, Anton Arensky, and Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov. The concert, in Essex Piano Trio’s usual “conversation among friends” manner, will share stories about relationships between these colleagues, teachers, mentors, and friends in 19th century Russia, all of whom had some connection with the St. Petersburg Conservatory, founded in 1862 by Anton Rubinstein, or the Moscow Conservatory, founded in 1866 by his brother Nicolai. The music is undeniably romantic but has some of the flavor of the
nationalistic trends of the time which were at odds with the scholarly approach of traditional musicians. This compositional unsettledness and the friendships and connections among the
composers make for interesting musical works and colorful personal exchanges that EPT will share with you.

Recital seating (General admission). Reserve your tickets online at https://parisharts.square.site/shop/classical/3

01/10/2026

COMING SOON! The Gospel Connection with Suzanne Buell is a musical event that showcases traditional spirituals and gospel music, as well as its connections to the Civil Rights movement and modern-day artists. Suzanne Buell, a former Stax recording artist and graduate of Boston Conservatory, leads this project. The event features a 7-piece band and includes performances by artists like Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Mavis Staples, Aretha Franklin, and Bob Dylan. The concert is a celebration of the musical traditions that have inspired contemporary artists and is a must-see for fans of gospel music and history.

Cabaret Seating; BYOB & Snacks. Reserve your tickets today for The Gospel Connection, a spectacular show coming January 17 at 7:30pm!
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01/08/2026

It's a New Year and there's plenty of new and wonderful talent coming up at the PCA. Don't miss this weekend's awesome shows!

Info and tickets are available online at www.pcawestford.org

12/28/2025

Mark your calendars for two great shows coming up at Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street in Westford! Visit www.pcawestford.org for more information!

11/25/2025

Coming in December to Parish Center for the Arts! Visit pcawestford.org to get tickets and information.

11/24/2025

11/19/2025

Ethan Robbins & Ariel Bernstein Offer Genre-bending Americana with Cold Chocolate 12/12

WESTFORD, MA: Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band that fuses folk, funk and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own, and they’re stopping by to the Parish Center for the Arts on December 12 at 7:30pm. Bring your snacks and beverages for this evening of jazz music and more. Tickets range from $20-$25. Cabaret seating. For information about this and all upcoming concerts at the PCA, call (978) 692-6333 or visit pcawestford.org.
Led by Ethan Robbins (vocals/guitar/mandolin) and Ariel Bernstein (vocals/percussion/banjo), the Boston-based duo released their fifth full-length album in the Fall of 2023. “We're growing as a band, and I think that shows in our songwriting,” says Robbins. “This album was a leaping off point for many more new albums to come, and that's an exciting prospect,” adds Bernstein. Cold Chocolate is currently on tour supporting their latest album, "Now That's What I Call Cold Chocolate, vol. 1."

Punctuated by tight harmonies and skillful musicianship, Cold Chocolate has quickly gained recognition for their original music and high-energy shows. The band has shared bills with Leftover Salmon, David Grisman, and Angelique Kidjo, and regularly performs at venues and music festivals across the country. Jason Verlinde of The Fretboard Journal who covered the band’s FreshGrass Festival set noted “there were plenty of magical moments… I will never forget [watching] Cold Chocolate perform.” Kathy Sands-Boehmer of No Depression raved, "[Ethan] feels the music in his heart and soul and it shows when he plays. Ethan becomes the music on stage. There’s an almost mystical connection between his guitar and the notes that flow out of it."

As for the band’s intriguing name and the story behind it, “it came from a childhood memory of mine,” says Robbins. “When my brothers and I used to visit my Grandfather in Wilkes Barre (PA), the whole drive there from DC we'd be in the backseat talking about the frozen Milky Way bars that awaited us in his freezer. I still remember pulling into his driveway after a six-hour drive. He'd come out to meet us--arms wide open for a hug--and the three of us would shoot right past him, headed straight for the freezer, where awaited us the King Size Milky Way Bars. So, in some ways, I dedicate the band name to my Grandfather's memory.”

The PCA Coffeehouse Series is generously sponsored by Rockland Trust.

For more information about the PCA and their season, visit pcawestford.org, email [email protected] or find them on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!

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11/18/2025

The "Arts" of creation abound! Join Parish Center for the Arts in making, seeing and hearing this weekend at 10 Lincoln Street in Westford! pcawestford.org

11/17/2025

B***y Musical Mischief When the Harlot Queens Return to Westford

WESTFORD, MA: “When it comes to b***y mischief, few do it better than The Harlot Queens. Excellent musicianship combined with songs you wouldn’t want your grandmother to hear. What’s not to love?” says U.K. Writer & Broadcaster Steven Rainey. And Westford audiences know it! The Harlot Queens will be returning to the Parish Center for the Arts (PCA, 10 Lincoln Street) on December 5 at 7:30pm. So pack up your favorite snacks, beverages and senses of humor for this evening of naughty songs and festive frolics. Tickets range from $20-$25. Cabaret seating. Recommended PG-13. For information about this and all upcoming concerts at the PCA, call (978) 692-6333 or visit pcawestford.org.

The Harlot Queens is a touring comedic musical troupe that formed in 2017. They are composed of several trained Renaissance Faire performers playing colorful characters with nefarious backstories and they perform throughout New England at faires and festivals. Their musical offerings consist of original tunes, comedic parodies, traditional Irish/Scottish songs, and "nerd culture" favorites. Members of the group come from a variety of backgrounds including an award winning country music artist, an opera singer, musical theatre actors, fight choreographers, voice over artists, instrumentalists, and improv actors.

The Harlot Queens are recipients of the Pay It Forward Grant through CitySpace in Easthampton, and they were awarded Best EP of 2023 by nationally known Scoundrel’s Inn, a pirate themed podcast and internet radio show. The Queens were nominated for two awards in the 19th Annual Renaissance Festival Awards, which recognizes groups across the country and is sponsored by the Renaissance Festival Podcast, a renaissance faire-themed radio show with a decades-long history.

For more information about the PCA and their season, visit pcawestford.org, email [email protected] or find them on Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram!

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