Wesleyan University’s Center for the Arts exists to catalyze people’s creativity by engaging them in the dynamic work of diverse artists. Three inter-related activities enable the CFA to realize its purpose: supporting the research, public productions and in-studio teaching needs of the departments of Art and Art History, Dance, Music, and Theater; leading inter-disciplinary collaborations and other initiatives that integrate artists into creative curricular and co-curricular initiatives; and organizing powerful encounters between visiting artists and diverse elements of the Wesleyan community

About Little Theatre of Manchester The Little Theatre of Manchester (LTM) was founded in 1960 with the purpose of producing community theater. Since its inception, LTM’s volunteers have put on more than 650 quality performances that have been well-received and applauded by various members of the community. In the 1980s, the Little Theatre worked with the Town of Manchester in restoring Cheney Hall. In 1991, the extensive, award-winning restoration was completed and the state's oldest operating theater became the theatrical residence of the Little Theatre of Manchester. Today, programming is

Connecticut's premiere performing arts center, presenting more than 350 events annually, including major Broadway tours, symphony orchestras, family presentations, local arts and community events. In November 2001, The Bushnell completed a $45 million expansion project that added a second, 907-seat theater to the existing historic structure. The new, state-of-the-art performance hall allows for expanded arts, entertainment and community offerings. The Bushnell's nationally-recognized arts-in-education program, PARTNERS (Partners in Arts and Education Revitalizing Schools), is a cross-community

The PeoplesBank Arena is Connecticut’s largest, in-door premier sports and entertainment facility. The arena is home to the Hartford Wolf Pack; AHL affiliate of the New York Rangers, the Big East Conference Women’s Basketball Championship until 2009, and the home away from home for the University of Connecticut Men’s and Women’s basketball programs. In addition to the resident teams, the PeoplesBank Arena is host to concerts, family show, ice skating spectaculars, consumer events and trade shows throughout the year.

Annually presents over 40 events featuring guest artists, faculty and students.

Visit the home of the American musical. Birthplace of the original productions of Man of La Mancha , Shenandoah , and Annie , and the first regional theatre to receive two Special Tony Awards for its outstanding achievements, Goodspeed produces America’s musical treasures to delight, inspire, and entertain you. Set along the tranquil Connecticut River, our two intimate theatres bring you closer to the excitement of live musicals. The beautiful surrounding countryside is brimming with restaurants, shops, and galleries for a get-away so perfect, you’ll want to make it a Goodspeed day. Our

Summer productions of fully staged operas with orchestra in an intimate setting at affordable prices presented by Opera Theater of Connecticut.

Public golf course offering 36 holes of championship golf.

Take a journey back in time and visit The Shore Line Trolley Museum. The museum operates a fine collection of restored trolleys on 1.5 miles of track, once connecting the city of New Haven with the Connecticut shoreline. For over 100 years, trolley cars traversed this private right-of-way from East Haven, through the woods and marshland of Beacon Hill to Short Beach. From the quiet hum of the electric motors to the gentle sway of the trolley, visitors are transported to a much simpler time. Removed from modern-day distractions and traffic jams, the scene seems nearly unchanged by the passage

The upcoming season has something for everyone and every budget, ranging from the free gallery exhibits, music and dance concerts, to the modestly priced children’s shows, student productions and a spectacular line-up of guest artists.