The beloved 1988 romantic comedy comes to the stage when Mystic Pizza arrives at the Palace Theater from October 2 through October 4, 2026. This new musical follows the lives of three young women as they navigate friendship, family, and romance while working at a small-town Connecticut pizza shop. Based on the iconic film that ... Read more
Waterbury native Chris Autore celebrates 75 years in the entertainment business with Look At Me Now, a solo cabaret performance at Palace Theater on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm. The show features a lively selection of music spanning from 1950 to the present day, blending pop and Broadway favorites with personal ... Read more
Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before ... Read more
Explore the psychology behind some of history's most notorious criminals during Cracking the Serial Killer Code: A Chilling Evening with Dr. Katharine Ramsland Live at the Palace Theater on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Drawing on more than three decades of research, forensic psychologist and author Dr. Katharine Ramsland shares ... Read more
Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... Read more
Enjoy a gentle, movement-based workout with certified Tai Chi instructor Matt Dempsey at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, October 14, from 9 to 10 am. Set to music, the session features gentle movements designed to support balance, flexibility, and mobility while helping reduce stiffness and soreness. Participants can work at their own pace, and all ... Read more
Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before ... Read more
Discover the folklore behind Connecticut’s mysterious creatures during a Lunch and Learn program at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, October 14, from noon to 1 pm. Author Patrick Scalisi and artist Valerie Ruby-Omen will discuss their book, Connecticut Cryptids, sharing research into stories of unusual creatures reported throughout the state. The presentation will introduce the ... Read more
The Mattatuck Museum presents Reflections in Focus, a four-part mindfulness and gallery-observation series inviting participants to engage with Ming Smith’s photography through intentional attention and reflection. The session takes place Thursday, October 15, from 11 am to 12:30 pm. Each session combines an accessible mindfulness practice with close observation of selected photographs, reflective writing, and ... Read more
New York Times bestselling author Martha Hall Kelly discusses her writing career, creative process and the inspiration behind her acclaimed novels during an intimate author conversation at Palace Theater on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 7 to 9 pm. The discussion is moderated by Scot Haney. Kelly is the author of Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, ... Read more
