Featured Events in New Haven in December, 2024(December Updated)

The seven-time Grammy-winning Paul Winter Consort, with beloved vocalist Theresa Thomason, will present the timeless music of their legendary Winter Solstice Celebration, in a joyous and profound celebration of this season of renewal and the greater family of life. Their concert at Woolsey Hall will be the first time they have presented their Winter Solstice Celebration in Connecticut. Says Paul Winter Woolsey is my favorite concert hall in America. The concert will present the essence of our Solstice Celebration: the music. For the past four decades, Paul and the Consort have presented their annual Winter Solstice Celebration in the world's largest Cathedral, New York's St. John the Divine, in an event that became New York's holiday alternative to The Nutcracker and Radio City's Christmas Spectacular. The Consort will include Paul Winter on soprano sax, cellist Eugene Friesen, Brazilian pianist Henrique Eisenmann, Bulgarian bassist Peter Slavov, Brazilian drummer Rogerio Boccato, and the renowned voice of Theresa Thomason. “Central to all the traditions of solstice is the renewal of spirit,” Paul notes, “symbolized by the rebirth of the sun. Winter solstice is a time for healing and hope; it is a time to celebrate community and relatedness; and a time to honor the diversity and the unity of the great cornucopia of life on Earth. Remembering the solstice, we resonate once again with the rhythm of the cosmos and allow our hearts to embrace the optimism of our ancient knowledge that the light will overcome the darkness.” Information Source: Paul Winter | eventbrite

In our professional lives, the work is often the result of many different perspectives and contributors—the client, a collaborator, sometimes the friend of someone’s cousin who took a class in college. But when the project you’re working on is self-driven, the only person deciding the narrative is you. “Self-ish” is a new speaker series about the stories, motivation, and renewing creative energy behind the personal work of our fellow creatives. For this upcoming event, the CADC presents Zeb Mayer, a former designer at New Haven's own, Box 8 Creative. Zeb is an illustrator and branding identity designer based in CT and NYC. Specializing in building and art directing regional brands, he maintains collaborative relationships with freelancers and other design firms . Zeb's work primarily focuses on the hospitality industry, consumer packaged goods, and community driven events. See some of Zeb's work here. Information Source: Connecticut Art Directors Club | eventbrite

✨ Calling all Visionaries! ✨ We’re thrilled to announce a special collaboration pop-up with ReFRAMED by Nikki eyewear and the Kreative House! 🎉 This is more than just an event—it’s a space where eye wearers can catch a vibe, creativity thrives and inspiration flows. 📍 Location: Kreative House 🗓️ Date: December 7th 2024 ⏰ Time: 4pm-6pm Join us for an evening filled with stylish eyewear, artistic vibes, chance to tour the Kreative House and express your unique visions! Whether you’re a visual EYEcon, artist, designer, or simply someone who loves creativity and needs a quiet space to reflect, there’s something for everyone. ✨ Discover exclusive eyewear styles, engage in creative conversations, and connect with fellow dreamers. The first 10 people to attend will receive an opportunity to be featured in ReFRAMED by Nikki’s new collection. Let’s celebrate the power of creativity together! Bring your friends, let’s get visually motivated and let your imagination run wild! We can’t wait to see you there! @ke_kreativehouse SAVE THE DATE!! More info to come!! 🌟 #ReFRAMEDbyNikki #KreativeHouse #PopUpEvent #CreativeCommunity #VisionariesUnite #inspiration Information Source: eventbrite

Dinner, Theatre, & Discussion XVI Date: Saturdayt 12/14 Ticket: $75 Includes Ticket to Show, Drink Ticket, Dinner at Jazzy's, & Talkback Session Time: 6pm - Dinner & Pre-Show Talk 8pm Show - (Yale Repertory Theatre 1120 Chapel St.) 10pm: After Show After Party at Jazzy's Location: Jazzy’s Cabaret Address: 4 Orange St. New Haven, CT 06510 Join members of The Urban Professionals Network for a Special Night Out with Theatre Lovers & Food enthusiastsis . Invite your friends and family for an evening in the Elm City through Live Theatre & Intimate Vibes. This special after-show event will take place at one of Connecticut’s Top 10 “Hot Spots” ranked from OpenTable’s 400,000 Network of Diners in Connecticut. Jazzy’s Cabaret is located in the Historic Ninth Square District. Jazzy’s specializes in Traditional Southern Soul Food & Caribbean cuisine. SYNOPSIS: The Queen is center stage. In a stacked setlist of original pop, rock, gospel, and R&B bangers, OBIE Award winner Whitney White subverts one of Shakespeare’s most iconic tales. The arc of Lady Macbeth is reimagined as the story of an ambitious Black woman, told through her own contemporary perspective of femininity, desire, and power with a capital P. Dazzlingly theatrical, Macbeth in Stride brings Lady M’s herstory into the 21st century with energy, humor, and swagger to spare. Information Source: The UPN | eventbrite

Welcome to Fables of Frosty Nights, presented by the Civic Orchestra of New Haven with the Trumbull High School Choir! Join us for a magical evening filled with enchanting music and captivating storytelling at Battell Chapel. Immerse yourself in the winter wonderland as our talented musicians bring these fables to life through their beautiful melodies. Don't miss out on this in-person event that is sure to warm your heart on even the frostiest of nights. Get your tickets now! Information Source: Civic Orchestra of New Haven | eventbrite