Welcome to ShirleyArts!

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Thank you for supporting our mission through your participation and your donations!

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Upcoming Events

**Shirley residency is NOT required for any of our programs and events.**

June - August Free Concerts on the Common

Aug - Oct Fall Family Musical (TBA)

Free Summer Concerts on the Common

(Sponsored by the Shirley Charitable Foundation)

ShirleyArts! will have a refreshment table at these concerts. Stop by and say hello! On the historic Shirley Center Common.

Aug 21 6:00PM: Billy and the Jets - Hits from Elton and Billy (Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute

People are Talking...

"This is the one best community theatres I have been a part of because the people are so nice and nurturing. I love the care the production team takes with each and every cast member, bringing out the best in them each and every time regardless of their abilities." ~ Katie B.

"I was new to ShirleyArts!, but they welcomed me in and made me feel like family. I can’t wait to do more with them." ~ Chay T.

"My daughter was really happy being part of Music and Movement! Thank you for all your time and work with our kids." ~ Lià C.

"We LOVE ShirleyArts!...They are super welcoming, professional and family centered. Being a theater kid mom was a highlight of my year, watching (daughter), the other kiddos, making props and catching every performance. If you have a little one interested in drama I highly recommend this program." ~ Emily A.

"What an amazing performance! Super talented kids! We are lucky to have ShirleyArts! so that kids fall in love with the arts!" ~ Judy O.

"Amazing to see all the work that everyone has to put in to make it successful...They all did wonderfully! I'm always amazed at what they can pull off in just 3 weeks." ~ Rachel C.

I can't believe what a great show you put on in such a short amount of time. People must come from far away for a program [summer children's musical] like yours." ~ Steve G.

Supporting Membership

For more information about what it means to be a member, visit our SUPPORT/GET INVOLVED page.

If you are paying by check, please use the white link below to register for membership. Your information is never shared or sold.

Registration Form

Join ShirleyArts today!

Enjoy these benefits of membership, and more:

· 10% off tickets, tuition, and participation fees

· Priority seating for performances

· Special offers from our Merchandise Shop

· Special members-only activities

Annual Membership Fees for 2026:

Individual: $25

Family of 3 or more: $60

Membership Fees are tax-deductible.

You may use the button below to make a credit card payment, or you may send a check to ShirleyArts at P.O. Box 49, Shirley, MA 01464.

Payment by Credit or Debit Card

ShirleyArts!' Merchandise Shop

Support ShirleyArts! and show off your artistic side with clothing, accessories, magnets, pillows, and more. A portion of every purchase goes to support the work of ShirleyArts!

ShirleyArts Merchandise Shop

Our Mission

It is the mission of ShirleyArts! to support and promote the visual and performing arts for education and entertainment. We are a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that has been serving North Central Massachusetts since 2004.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

ShirleyArts! is a non-profit corporation committed to the principle of equal opportunity in casting, education, membership, attendance, volunteering, and employment. ShirleyArts! does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, or economic status. To ensure equal opportunity for students and performers, scholarships are available for most activities.

2026 ShirleyArts! Board of Directors

Managing Artistic Director/Treasurer: Meredith Marcinkewicz

President: TBD

Vice President: Tony Dean

Secretary/Website/Merchandise Shop: Laurie Marcinkewicz

Members-at-large: Angie Edmunds, Donna King, Karen Rau, Nancy Sawyer, Sarah Stevens

2026 Supporting Members

We are now accepting registration for membership for 2026.

Jim Bargnesi, Rebecca Boucher, Broach Family, Cotter Family, Tony Dean, Nicky Demko Lowney, Angie Edmunds, Ellis Family, Anna Faden, Gamache Family, Christine Guertin, Hyde Family, Diane King, Donna King, Victoria Landry, Marcinkewicz Family, Amy Newberg, Karen Rau, Rupprecht Family, Nancy Sawyer, Sarah Stevens, Chay Tower-Hughes

"Sensory-Friendly Events" at ShirleyArts!

As part of our mission to make the arts accessible to all, some of our events will be labeled "Sensory-Friendly".

What to expect:

• Pre-show introduction to potentially frightening characters or startling situations (if applicable)

• Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds

• Audience lights remain turned on at a low level in the theater during the performance

• A minimum of strobe lighting and lighting focused on the audience

• Audience members may bring items needed to help with their sensory experience – seat cushion, noise-cancelling earphones, fidget items, etc.

• There are plenty of seats available - groups are encouraged to leave a few seats open between their party and another group.

• There will be a designated quiet area for those who need to step out.

• Audience members may leave and return when they are ready – not just at designated times.

• Audience, performance, lobby, and restroom spaces are fully accessible.

• No nut or peanut products are available at the refreshment table. (We cannot guarantee lack of cross-contamination.)

• Performers and audience members are discouraged from using scented personal products.

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