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DIANA WHITNEY on “Here We Are”

DIANA WHITNEY’s powerful poems tell the truth of her experiences – they are dynamic, subversive, brave. The beauty of her words connect us in their authenticity. Diana is also an […]
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Sing Sing Thanksgiving: A Legendary Concert Behind Prison Walls

Next Stage Arts invites the community to a powerful evening of music, history, and film with a special screening of Sing Sing Thanksgiving on Saturday, May 9 at 7:00 PM. […]
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One-Day Painting Workshop with Charlie Hunter *Plus evening Richard Schmid Residence/Studio Tour with Dinner

Sunday, April 26, 2026 10:00 am—5:00 pm Evening at Schmid Residence 6:00pm-8:30pm Workshop Location: Village Arts of Putney, Vermont www.VillageArtsofPutney.com Tuition: $295 (includes the Schmid Residence tour and […]
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Victoria Redel in Conversation with Robin MacArthur at Next Stage Arts

PUTNEY, VT — Next Stage Arts presents an evening of literary conversation with acclaimed author Victoria Redel, joined by award-winning writer Robin MacArthur, on Friday, May 8 at 7:30 PM […]
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NIA Dance Registrations Open!

NIA with Rachael Shaw is starting back up April 29! Nia is a holistic movement practice that combines elements of dance, martial arts, and relaxation techniques, focusing on joy in […]
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ARLENE DISTLER on “Here We Are”

April is Poetry Month ! Check out store windows in Brattleboro for “Poems Around Town” which is just one of ARLENE DISTLER’s many projects. She also co-founded “The Women’s Film […]
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Twilight Music Presents Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Next Stage Arts

PUTNEY, VT — On Saturday, May 2, Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present a special evening of contemporary folk in an intimate “in-the-round” format, featuring four acclaimed singer/songwriters: […]
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Ablaye Cissoko & Cyrille Brotto: Kora & Accordion in a Luminous, Cross-Cultural Dialogue – Friday, April 24 | 7:30 PM | Next Stage Arts, Putney, VT

Experience the transcendent music of Ablaye Cissoko and Cyrille Brotto, two masterful musicians bringing their acclaimed project Djiyo—meaning “water”—to Next Stage Arts. With the kora and diatonic accordion at the […]
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Celebrate Latin American Culture with Veronica Robles Quartet at Next Stage

Step into a vibrant world of music, dance, and tradition as the Veronica Robles Quartet brings its electrifying performance to Next Stage Arts in Putney on Sunday, April 19. Doors […]
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An All-Star Klezmer Evening at Next Stage Arts

Two of the most exciting ensembles in contemporary klezmer and Yiddish music come together for a rare double bill at Next Stage Arts on Friday, April 17. Doors open at […]
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Twilight Music Presents É.T.É and Keith Murphy & Yann Falquet at Next Stage

PUTNEY, Vt.—Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts Project present an evening of dynamic traditional music featuring the Québécois trio É.T.É and the contemporary Celtic guitar duo Keith Murphy & Yann […]
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Diana Whitney Celebrates New Poetry Collection Girl Trouble at Next Stage

PUTNEY — In honor of National Poetry Month, Next Stage Arts presents an evening of poetry, conversation, and dancing with poet Diana Whitney on Friday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. […]
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NXT Rockumentary Series Shines Spotlight on an Outsider Musician

PUTNEY — Next Stage Arts continues its acclaimed NXT Rockumentary Film Series on Wednesday, April 8, with a powerful documentary exploring the life of an outsider musician. Doors open at […]
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Dance Party with The Gaslight Tinkers + Luke Concannon: The Genre-Bending Future of the Music of the Past

Kick off your weekend with a night of rhythm, melody, and infectious energy at Next Stage Arts in Putney on Friday, April 3. Doors open at 6:45 PM, with Luke […]
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Vermont Timbre Hosts Open Mic with Special Guest Peter Siegel

Vermont Timbre—Amelia Struthers and Mike Mrowicki—invite the community to an evening of music, poetry, and storytelling at their Open Mic on Sunday, March 29 at Next Stage Arts in Putney. […]
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Big Laughs, Small Town: Vermont Comedy All Stars Take the Stage in Putney

Laughter is coming to Putney in a big way 🎤 Vermont Comedy All Stars Live Stand-up Comedy Showcase lands at Next Stage Arts for a stacked night of smart, sharp, […]
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Twilight Music Brings a Songwriters’ Circle—and a Headliner—to Next Stage Arts

Putney’s Twilight Music series continues its tradition of intimate, listening-room concerts with a standout Singer/Songwriter Showcase on Friday, March 20, at Next Stage Arts. The evening opens with a special […]
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Losing My Edge with Charlie Hunter: One-Day Painting Intensive *Includes a Richard Schmid Studio and Residence Tour Plus Dinner!

Sunday, April 26, 2026, 10:00 am—5:00 pm, with an evening session at the Schmid Residence from 6:00pm to 8:30pm Workshop Location: Village Arts of Putney, Vermont, www.VillageArtsofPutney.com Tuition: $295 (includes […]
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Opening Doors Project Brings “Race & Song” to Next Stage Arts

PUTNEY — Music, memory, and meaning will take center stage at Next Stage Arts on Saturday, March 14, when the Opening Doors Project presents Race & Song: A Musical Conversation […]
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Final Winter Residency Events

Join us for the final events of our winter Artist Residencies! PART I: MUSIC AND CONVERSATION ON GYÖRGY KURTÁG’S 100TH BIRTHDAY Thursday, February 19 7:30-8:30pm | Free admission The Big […]
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