Bradley hosting 1st regional 
performing arts mixer
PUTNAM — The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at The Bradley Playhouse, that stalwart cultural cornerstone on Front Street, will soon throw open its century-old doors to welcome a gathering quite unlike any the Quiet Corner has seen before. From 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 9 theatre educators, directors, choreographers, designers, and arts leaders from across northeastern Connecticut, and the bordering Rhode Island, and Massachusetts communities, will converge for the inaugural Quiet Corner Performing Arts Mixer.
The evening is envisioned as more than a mere meet-and-greet. It is a deliberate effort to weave together the vibrant but often scattered threads of the region’s performing arts tapestry — to give those who nurture young talent a shared table, and perhaps, a shared vision.
The Quiet Corner has long punched above its weight in artistic vitality. Local schools all mount productions that rival collegiate work in their ambition and polish, while quietly turning out skilled performers and technical designers ready to leap from classroom to cue sheet. And threading through it all are the community theaters — the Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse, The Little Theatre on Broad Street, the Complex Performing Arts Center, and sister stages just over the borders of Rhode Island and Massachusetts — offering the invaluable alchemy of turning student potential into professional possibility.
“Community theaters can be just the springboard needed for students who fall in love with the arts at school,” said Rebecca Theriaque of The Bradley Playhouse. “It’s so important for local theatres to work closely with schools of all kinds—high schools, colleges, and even middle schools—because it gives students the chance to broaden their theatre experience. By opening doors to mentorship, technical training, and real productions, we can inspire the next generation of artists and strengthen the arts community throughout the Quiet Corner.”
Those attending will be invited to share a glimpse of their upcoming seasons or programs. Light refreshments will be served; casual attire is welcome; and business cards or contact information are strongly encouraged.
The evening is open to directors, choreographers, educators, designers, technicians, and arts-focused administrators from throughout the region who care deeply about cultivating the next generation of storytellers and stagecraft artisans. Any community groups or interested educators are more than welcome to RSVP with Amy at the box office of the Bradley at 860-928-7887.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/LRCso7adzQQJZX2e6 
This mixer is designed to: Strengthen connections between local schools, community theatres, and arts organizations; showcase opportunities for students and volunteers; discuss future collaboration, training, and mentorship pathways; celebrate the power of the arts in the region. It’s for all theatre educators, directors, and performing arts professionals from across the Quiet Corner of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

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