October 10th – 17th:Macbeth, Richard Hills pops concert and Shaun of the Dead

From concerts and movies to special events for the whole family, there is always something to see and do in Delaware.  Here are some of our picks.   

New Castle County

Pops Concert with Richard Hills, October 11th

The Dickinson Theatre Organ Society enjoys a well-known reputation for premier performances presented on an internationally acclaimed instrument. For over 40 years, DTOS has presented concerts by the finest theatre organists. The organ itself has evolved from a typical movie house instrument into a complete “unit orchestra,” presenting a full palette of sounds the artist may choose as he presents his music. Dickinson High School Theater.

 

A Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night, October 15th

Join singer, songwriter, storyteller, Clem Bowen for a fun, fast paced and interactive telling of this classic tale. Corbit-Calloway Memorial Library.

 

 

  

 Kent County

Zombie Apocalypse! “Shaun of the Dead”, October 10th

Are you ready for the Zombie Apocalypse? Join us for a free screening of the film “Shaun of the Dead” (2004): A zombie comedy film in which a man decides to turn his boring life around, win back his ex-girlfriend, reconcile with his mother, and deal with a community now overrun by zombies (R, 99 minutes). Kent County Public Library.

 

 

SAG-AFTRA Workshop, October 16th

Have you ever fantasized about turning that hobby of yours into a real time career? SAG-AFTRA is the largest union of actors, performers, broadcasters, singers, stunt professionals and other entertainment professionals in the country. Come to the Schwartz Center for an open discussion on becoming a professional in the broadcast and entertainment industry. How do you get started? What are the pitfalls to look out for? How do I know when I’ve “made it”? Schwartz Center for the Arts.

  

Sussex County

The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD: Macbeth, October 11th

Star soprano Anna Netrebko delivers her searing portrayal of Lady Macbeth, the mad and murderous mate of Željko Lučić’s doomed Macbeth, for the first time at the Met. Adrian Noble’s chilling production of Verdi’s masterful adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy also stars Joseph Calleja as the noble Macduff and René Pape as Banquo. Fabio Luisi conducts. Cape Henlopen High School Theater.

  

On Golden Pond, October 10th – 12th

The loons are back as Norman and Ethel Thayer return to their summer cottage, where their estranged daughter, Chelsea, her fiancé and his son join them for Norman’s birthday. Chelsea leaves the boy at the cottage for a few weeks while she and her fiancé elope to Europe. When they return, Chelsea discovers her stepson has the relationship with her father that she always wanted. Will father and daughter be able to communicate at last? Clear Space Theatre.