Northampton First Night Parade, 1pm December 31st, 2013

First Night Banner “Get started at noon with our fabulous opening show at the Academy of Music where “VALVE: A New World Circus” promises to delight and amaze. After the performance, follow the OffBeat Drumming Ensemble and Hoopiverse as we hit the streets of downtown, serenaded by the Expandable Brass Band, for the First Night Family Parade. By 2 pm, the party is in full swing. Our performance program is filled with hours of afternoon excitement for young children plus day-and-evening entertainment for audiences of all ages. Catch a single appearance by the Young @Heart chorus at John M. Greene Hall. Check out the roster of emerging artists at one of our newest venues, The Parlor Room. Thrill to the sounds of the Happy Valley Guitar Orchestra at Sweeney Concert Hall or enjoy the First Night debut of the Valley Light Opera at Hallie Flanagan Theatre. Veteran performers and new-comers create an eclectic program of music and dance that is sure to satisfy every taste”.
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