Now. Here. This.

Book by Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell

Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen

Based on the Collaboration by Hunter Bell, Michael Berresse, Susan Blackwell, Heidi Blickenstaff, Jeff Bowen, and Larry Pressgrove

Directed by Larry Sousa

Oct 4 - Nov 17

Black Box Theater

A musical jaunt full of humor, heart, and self-discovery that reminds us of the importance of life's simple moments and the power of human connection.

Four friends embark on a - figuratively - cosmic adventure to their past and back again, sharing stories along the way about hiding/identity, laughing, living, dying...and middle school, in an attempt to step directly into that elusive "present moment". From the creative minds behind "[title of show]", Now. Here. This is more than just a musical - it's a celebration of life, love, connection, and the boundless potential of the human spirit.

"Astutely directed and choreographed by Larry Sousa, and the cohesive cast faithfully execute the staging expertly from start to finish." - Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG.

"A blend of good humor and good feeling with an audience-embracing brio that never flags." - The New York Times

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR

Larry Sousa is an award-winning Director and Choreographer whose work appears regularly on Boston stages, including Wheelock Family Theatre, SpeakEasy Stage, Boston Gay Men’s Chorus, Reagle Music Theatre, and Lyric Stage, where his recent production of The Drowsy Chaperone garnered rave reviews.  Larry has directed and choreographed productions at theatres from coast-to-coast, including Goodspeed Musicals, Pasadena Playhouse, NYC’s Joyce Theatre, 5th Avenue Theatre, Coconut Grove Playhouse, the N.Y. Fringe Festival, and the Garry Marshall Theatre in L.A.  

He is the recipient of the Los Angeles Drama Critic’s Circle Award, L.A. Ovation Awards, IRNE Awards, and countless more.  Larry is the Resident Director/Choreographer of Harvard’s legendary Hasty Pudding Theatricals, which premieres its latest original musical this February in Cambridge, N.Y.C., and Bermuda.  Also upcoming:  Amour (Emerson Stage), The Prom (Wheelock Family Theatre). 

A longtime faculty member at Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Larry has performed in numerous musicals on Broadway. 

Learn more about Larry Sousa

View the Trailer

UPCOMING SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS

• #DinnerAndAShow Thursday Night Out Packages! - Thursdays in Concord are now a fun and easy entertainment Date Night thanks to optional pre-show dinners here at The Umbrella provided by Nosh restaurant and the Concord Market! Coming straight from work? Park free at The Umbrella, then take a load off and enjoy a delicious catered dinner, pick up beverage at concessions, and explore our free art galleries at your ease until it’s time for curtain! ​
  Graze Box Dinner Menu (items will be packaged separately and served in a box):
  - Honey Glazed Skewers (Chicken or Tofu), Onions, Pepper, Zucchini
  - Sweet Potato with Cranberry Salad
  - Quinoa
  - Pita Chips with Hummus
  - Concord Market Dessert Treat
• Sunday, October 27, 2024 3PM - Post-show Talkback & Kid-Care Performance - The Umbrella is pleased to offer our Kid-Care Show Program, giving parents and caregivers an opportunity to attend select performances while their child(ren) engage in art activities inspired by the production. This program aims to provide better access to arts and culture events and create a shared experience opportunity for families. Spaces are limited and can be reserved alongside ticket purchases.
• Thursday, November 7, 2024 - Post-show Talkback

Related Interest

• Four characters in search of the present in ‘Now. Here. This.’
  By Terry Byrne, The Boston Globe
• Review: Now. Here. This.
  By Kevin T. Baldwin, METRMAG
• Release: Now. Here. This. at The Umbrella
• Now. Here. This. Digital Program