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Tuesday 11am - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 3pm

Zeiterion Theatre

Name: Zeiterion Theatre
Address: 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, 02740, US
Telephone: +15089942900
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

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Located in historic downtown New Bedford, MA, the Zeiterion Performing Arts center provides the region with performances and events to inspire, educate and entertain.

09/17/2024

It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's aerialist Gina DeFreitas! Catch her defy gravity at The Z's Raise the Roof dance party. Join us at Cisco Brewers New Bedford Thursday, September 19 at 6PM.

Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $10 and kids under 12 are free. Details at zeiterion.org/events/raise-the-roof

09/16/2024

Join us for An Evening with the Azorean Green Bean herself, Maria Lawton!

She’ll enlighten your pantry with historical insights into the traditional ingredients from the Azores, exploring how oils, spices, fish and preparation techniques have been woven into dishes throughout generations.

Friday, November 1 at Bristol Community College. Get your tickets, here: bit.ly/4dSjtw2

09/16/2024

The Z's Mobile Creative Classroom is now in session! Most classes start this week, and it's not too late to sign up for Salsa or Choreography tonight. Check out the schedule at Zeiterion.org/classes

09/13/2024

Headlining The Z's Raise the Roof party next week is Boston-based East Coast Soul! Come have some fun with live music and family-friendly entertainment while supporting The Z. Thurs, Sept. 19, 6-10PM at Cisco Brewers New Bedford. Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $10 and kids under 12 are free. Details at www.zeiterion.org/events/raise-the-roof

09/12/2024

It's Throwback Thursday! This week we're looking back at our Creative Classroom courses. Check out our current classes that are now enrolling: www.zeiterion.org/learn/creativeclassroom

09/12/2024

In just one week, we're kicking off our Beyond100 campaign to support the renovations - join us! Tickets start at $10 and kids under 12 are free. Thurs, Sept. 19, 6PM at Cisco Brewers New Bedford. Check out the live performers and fun activities for kids and get your tickets at www.zeiterion.org/events/raise-the-roof

09/11/2024

Express yourself! The Z's Mobile Creative Classroom is now enrolling: www.zeiterion.org/learn/creativeclassroom

09/11/2024

Do you want an opportunity to tap into your creativity while making friends? Then this FREE program for 10-14 year olds might be right for you or your child! Every Tuesday at North Star Learning Centers at 4:30PM from September 24–December 3. For more information, visit: bit.ly/4dxswTm

09/10/2024

Who's ready for an outdoor seaside party? Celebrate the launch of The Z's Beyond100 fundraising campaign on Thurs, Sept. 19, at Cisco Brewers! Featuring live music by East Coast Soul, dancing, close-up magic, circus acts, face painting, puppet-making, and more. Don't miss a night of fun for the whole family!
Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $10 and kids under 12 are free. All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation project. Get your tickets at bit.ly/3XmmIXc

09/09/2024

I Gotta Feeling East Coast Soul is going to make you bust a move at The Z's Raise the Roof dance party! Don't miss a night of fun for the whole family at Cisco Brewers New Bedford on September 19.
Tickets are pay-what-you-can ($10 minimum) and kids under 12 are free! All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3XmmIXc

09/07/2024

Maria Lawton - The Azorean Green Bean is coming to Bristol Community College to teach YOU about the rich – and delicious – culinary history of the Azores!

Explore how oils, spices, fish, and preparation techniques have been woven into dishes throughout generations.

Friday, November 1 at Bristol Community College. Get your tickets, here: bit.ly/4dSjtw2

09/05/2024

We had so much fun at Decades Dance that we just had to throw another party!

Join us at Cisco Brewers New Bedford for Raise the Roof! Enjoy live music, dancing, roving entertainers, and fun activities for kids. ‍

Tickets are pay-what-you-can ($10 minimum), and kids under 12 are free! All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3XmmIXc

09/04/2024

Do you like anime, manga, comic books, or the Marvel and DC cinematic universe? Then this FREE program for 10-14 year olds might be right for you or your child! Every Tuesday at NorthStar Learning Centers, Inc. at 4:30PM from September 24– December 3. For more information, visit: bit.ly/4dxswTm

09/02/2024

In recognition of Labor Day, The Z admin offices and box office are closed and will re-open tomorrow, Tuesday, September 3. We're always open at Zeiterion.org!

08/30/2024

In observance of Labor Day, The Z administrative offices and box office closed are until Tuesday, September 3. We're always open at Zeiterion.org!

08/29/2024

NOW ON SALE Join us for An Evening with PBS Host and Author Maria Lawton presented the Zeiterion and Bristol Community College!

This cooking show will be sure to leave you historical insights about the rich - and delicious - culinary history of the Azores.

Friday, November 1 at Bristol Community College. Get your tickets, here: bit.ly/4dSjtw2

08/27/2024

Get ready to Raise the Roof! We’re throwing a party at Cisco Brewers New Bedford with live music, dancing, roving entertainers, and fun activities for kids. ‍Tickets are pay-what-you-can ($10 minimum), and kids under 12 are free! All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3XmmIXc

08/24/2024

Do you want an opportunity to tap into your creativity while making friends? Then this FREE program for 10-14 year olds might be right for you or your child! Every Tuesday at North Star Learning Centers at 4:30PM from September 24– December 3. For more information, visit: bit.ly/4dxswTm

08/22/2024

The Zeiterion and Bristol Community College present An Evening with PBS Host and Author Maria Lawton - The Azorean Green Bean! Learn about the rich and delicious culinary history of the Azores with the renowned cook. Tickets are on-sale to supporters NOW and on-sale to the public Thursday, August 29. Details at bit.ly/4dSjtw2

08/20/2024

Congratulations to New Bedford Festival Theatre on their incredible run of Nunsense! We can’t wait to see what’s next.

08/17/2024

LAST CHANCE There are only 3 performances left of this hilarious musical packed with show-stopping song and dance numbers! August 17 & 18 at the Steeple Playhouse. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3WF6s3u

08/15/2024

Wouldn’t it be nice to take a trip down memory lane? This week we’re throwing back to 2017 with Brian Wilson Pet Sounds!

Let us know what show we should throw back to next Thursday in the comments!

📸: Drew Pion Photography

08/14/2024

The Z presented Blues Fest 8 years ago! Who was with us at Fort Taber in 2016?

📸: Drew Pion Photography

08/12/2024

Today we're celebrating a year since the Decades Dance Party! Check out some of our favorite photos from the day.

08/10/2024

Haven't gotten your New Bedford Symphony Orchestra season subscription yet? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Purchase a subscription to three or more performances and receive a discount for each show. Get yours now at bit.ly/3Wk5ise

08/08/2024

It's Throwback Thursday! Check out these awesome pictures from Trombone Shorty's SOLD OUT show at The Z in 2016.

Let us know what show we should throw back to next Thursday in the comments!

📸: Drew Pion Photography

08/04/2024

NEXT WEEK New Bedford Festival Theatre is back with Nunsesne! Don't miss this hilarious musical packed with show-stopping song and dance numbers. August 9-18 at the Steeple Playhouse. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3WF6s3u

08/03/2024

New Bedford Symphony Orchestra subscriptions for the 2024/25 season are now available! Purchase a subscription to three or more performances and receive a discount for each show. Get yours now at bit.ly/3Wk5ise

08/02/2024

You loved New Bedford Festival Theatre's award-winning production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Get ready for this season's production, Nunsense! This hilarious musical packed with show-stopping song and dance numbers. August 9-18 at the Steeple Playhouse. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3WF6s3u

08/01/2024

🎶What a throwback🎶This week we're flashing back to this Flashdance musical!

Let us know what show we should throw back to next Thursday in the comments.

Address

684 Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA
02740

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+15089942900

Website

http://www.zeiterion.org/

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Videos

Raise the Roof Party on 9/19 feat. East Coast Soul

Who's ready to party? Celebrate the launch of The Z's Beyond100 fundraising campaign on Thurs, Sept. 19, at Cisco Brewers! Featuring live performances by Boston-based East Coast Soul, dancing, close-up magic, circus acts, face painting, puppet-making, and more. Don't miss a night of fun for the whole family! Tickets are pay-what-you-can starting at $10 and kids under 12 are free. All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation project. Get your tickets at bit.ly/3XmmIXc

Raise the Roof Party on 9/19 feat. East Coast Soul

Zeiterion's Raise the Roof with East Coast Soul!

I Gotta Feeling East Coast Soul is going to make you bust a move at The Z's Raise the Roof dance party! Don't miss a night of fun for the whole family at Cisco Brewers New Bedford on September 19. Tickets are pay-what-you-can ($10 minimum) and kids under 12 are free! All proceeds directly support the Zeiterion’s restoration and renovation. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3XmmIXc

Oh, all the shows we’ve…shown #trendingreelsvideo #theatre #flashdance #thecolorpurple #thebeatles #napoleondynamite

Nunsense at Steeple Playhouse August 9-18

NEXT MONTH You're invited to New Bedford Festival Theatre's production of Nunsesne! Don't miss this hilarious musical packed with show-stopping song and dance numbers. August 9-18 at the Steeple Playhouse. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3WF6s3u

Nunsense August 9-18 at the Steeple Playhouse

New Bedford Festival Theatre's Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Bettencourt invites you to Nunsesne! Don't miss this hilarious musical packed with show-stopping song and dance numbers. August 9-18 at the Steeple Playhouse. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/3WF6s3u

Behind the scenes of Director if Development Molly McCarthy making the Groundbreaking plaques! ⚒️ #BTS #zeiterion #NewBedford #renovation #restoration

The ceremonial groundbreaking was a HIT! 🔨

New Bedford Poet Laureate and Z Box Office Manager Sarah Jane Mulvey’s beautiful ode to The Z.

City of New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell is a strong partner in our vision for a vibrant cultural center for all of New Bedford. Thank you for joining us today at the Zeiterion groundbreaking!

The Southcoast Brass Band set the mood for this momentous occasion!

We can’t believe it’s already been a week since Get The Led Out took the stage at Madeira Field! We can’t wait until next time to rock out again!

We can’t stop thinking about this incredible night with Get The Led Out! Thank you to all who rambled on to Madeira Field to rock out with us!

While we're closed for renovation, we've been having our Stage Door Live concert series at Kilburn Mill! Check out some highlights from the awesome show that Erin Ban and Matt Ban put on Thursday night!

Get The Led Out at Madeira Field

NEW BEDFORD Paul Sinclair of Get The Led Out has a message for you! Come rock out with us outdoors at Madeira Field. Friday, June 14 at 7PM. Get your tickets, here: bit.ly/3w7zsWn

Erin & Matt Ban at Kilburn Mill

NEW BEDFORD Erin and Matt Ban have a message for you! Catch them singing your favorite Broadway hits from Tick, Tick… Boom!, Les Misérables, Hamilton, and more. Thursday, May 30 at the Kilburn Event Center. Get your tickets ($25,$34), here: bit.ly/4cwxFL8

Rebecca Correia at Kilburn Mill

SOUTHCOAST Rebecca Correia has a message for you! Don’t miss her return to Stage Door Live TOMORROW, May 9 at the Kilburn Event Center. Get your tickets ($25,$34) at the door before the show or online: bit.ly/4aj3l5e

Get The Led Out Friday, June 14 at 7PM

Calling all Led Zeppelin fans! Get The Led Out is coming to New Bedford. Come rock out with us outdoors! Friday, June 14 at 7PM. Get your tickets, here: bit.ly/3w7zsWn

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Located in historic downtown New Bedford, The Zeiterion Performing Arts center provides the region with performing arts programming of excellence that inspires, educates, engages and entertains.