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WATER'S RISING: Festival of New Climate Action Plays at Gloucester Stage Company April 26th to 28th
Three new play finalists have been selected from over 400 submissions in 2024; A Few Fun Facts About Greenland by Maximilian Gill, Cincinnati by the Shore by Hannah Vaughn, and If nobody does remarkable things by Emma Gibson.
The theater’s home in Gloucester has more than 62 miles of shorelines, with the building itself located in FEMA’s high-risk flood zone. What makes this location a beautiful destination contains an equally foreboding future as we see sea levels rise year after year. By pairing art with advocacy, we can deepen our connection to our earth’s future.
Three new play finalists have been selected from over 400 submissions in 2024. Each play will be presented once during the weekend festival; A ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
All performances are at 7:00pm and $20 to attend. Festival passes are available for $50 to attend each play over the weekend.
Phone: (978) 281-4433
Email: boxoffice@gloucesterstage.com
Website: https://gloucesterstage.com/waters-rising-festival/
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In addition to the staged readings, each play will be followed by a talkback session featuring climate experts. These experts will address the themes of the theatrical piece, highlight organizations taking action, and discuss the impact of climate change on Gloucester and the global landscape.
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PARKING INFO
Early arrival is encouraged for all patrons, as parking can sometimes prove challenging.
With a supportive neighborhood sharing the free on-street parking around the theater, patrons will be able to find safe parking spots within a five minute walk on the fullest of shows. There are three accessible parking spaces and a drop off area directly in front of the theater.
Additional free parking is available in the Rocky Neck Cultural District; simply take the next right turn after passing the theater, and you’ll see the parking lot on your right along with on street parking.
When parking on neighboring streets, be double-sure to not block driveways and make room for easy passage on the sidewalk.
