The latest from NH’s theater, arts and literary communities
• Show reception: Glimpse Gallery’s (Patriot Building, 4 Park St., Concord) newest exhibit begins on Monday, Dec. 9, and runs through Jan. 9, featuring works from artists Pat Arzillo, Byron Carr, Julie Daniels, Mark Ferland, David Wiggins, Barbara Morse and Michael McCormack, as well as a selection from curator Christina Landry-Boullion. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m.; RSVP by emailing contact@ theglimpsegallery.co. Visit theglimpsegallery.com or call 892-8307.
• Pops! The New Hampshire Philharmonic Orchestra is holding its annual Holiday Pops Concert at the Seifert Performing Arts Center (44 Geremonty Drive, Salem) on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Visit nhphil.org or call 647-6476.
• Christmas from the Cape: At the Dana Center (Saint Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester, tickets. anselm.edu) catch A Cape Breton Christmas with Coigon Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 p.m. Nova Scotia’s own Còig will bring their renditions of timeless Christmas classics in a Celtic holiday mix that includes everything folk, classical and swing, and will give favorite carols a fresh and original sound, according to their website. Visit tickets.anselm.edu.
• Holiday show: Peacock Players present their Holiday Spectacularat Court Street Theatre (14 Court St., Nashua). This musical cabaret features holiday favorites and musicaltheater classics. Shows are scheduled for Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2 and 7 p.m. The show is slated for a two-hour run time with one 15-minute intermission and the performance is rated PG. Tickets range from $12 to $18. Visit peacockplayers.org or call 889-2330.
• You’ll shoot your eye out: Majestic Productions brings to stage A Christmas Story: The Musical at Derry Opera House (29 W. Broadway, Derry). Performances are on Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 15, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for seniors 65+ and $15 for children age 17 and under. Visit majestictheatre.net or call 669-7469.
• Handel for the holidays: Saint Joseph Cathedral (145 Lowell St., Manchester) will present a performance of Handel’s “Messiah” and Vivaldi’s “Gloria” on Friday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $20 per person online or at the door. Visit stjosephcathedralnh.org/cathedralconcert or call 622-6404.