Vermont Public Community Calendar

Relaxed Matinee
Saturday, December 13th, 2025

A Relaxed Performance is an inclusive theatrical experience that offers accommodations for people who benefit from a more relaxed and comfortable environment. The artistic integrity of the piece remains unchanged, however modifications to the social and sensory environment may be made. A Relaxed Performance can also be beneficial for people who are neurodivergent, families with young children, and anyone who finds traditional performance protocols do not work for their needs.

Below are our Relaxed Performance accommodations. Please contact our box office for more information or requests.
- Early entry to the theater & early seating
- Dimmed house lights throughout the show
- Designated quiet area & quiet room activities
- Performance sensory advisory (available upon request)
- Sensory toys, fidgets, ear muffs, and sunglasses (available upon request)

Please be advised that this is NOT a sensory-friendly performance.

PETER & WENDY: Artists Talkback
Saturday, Dec 13th following the 7:30pm performance

Join us after the 7:30 PM show for a conversation with the Peter & Wendy company.
Admission is Free to the Public. Tickets to the performance are NOT included or required for the event.

A Hip Hop freestyle dance bursting with fast feet and stories of community.

Harlem Lite Feet pioneer Chrybaby Cozie and members of the renowned Bomb Squad dance through their lived experience of the origins and evolution of this vibrant NYC dance tradition.

The two-part experience starts in the Daryl Roth Studio Theater and transitions into a freestyle dance cypher for all at the Top of the Hop. "Get lite" and dance in the New Year.

Litefeet, also known as "getting lite," is a dynamic street dance style that originated in Harlem and the Bronx in the early 2000s. The term "Litefeet" reflects the dance's emphasis on light, rapid steps that give the impression of weightlessness.

The vocally versatile comedian makes an impression in an evening of stand-up.

Hilariously quirky and multi-talented, Villaseñor became loved for effortlessly channeling our favorite celebrities. Remember her Lady Gaga? Have you seen her Owen Wilson? Stand-up, singer, illustrator, voice actor—the creativity and charm explodes from this talented woman. So get your friends and get your laugh on as the first-ever Latina cast member of Saturday Night Live brings her act to the Hop for one night only.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Breathtaking illusions await in this 'New York Times' Critic's Pick, an unforgettable evening of storytelling, intrigue and imagination.

The versatile black-box theater and the Hop's creative heart is where wonder reveals itself. The new venue sets the stage for "Wonders", a show for these extraordinary times; a shared experience that explores the power of connection through breathtaking illusions. Inspired by his childhood in the wind-swept isles of Scotland, where mystery shaped his earliest sense of wonder, "Wonders" invites you on a journey far beyond a traditional magic show.

Be beguiled as you experience the power of your own imagination and ultimately, understand how the wonders in your own life can bring everyone closer together. From an acclaimed off-broadway run to a sold-out world tour, "Wonders" has mesmerized audiences across the globe.

Recommended for ages 12 and up.

January 15, 16 and 18 at 7:30 p.m.
January 17 at 2:00 p.m.

A dazzling dance tribute to the timeless songs of Burt Bacharach, bursting with joy and live music.

Longtime Hop friend Mark Morris brings the music of Bacharach to life with a wistful and heartfelt homage to the composer's chart-topping songs. As always with Morris' choreography, the music is live and the dance leaps from the stage.

A towering figure of popular music, Bacharach is known for his soaring melodies and unique orchestrations influenced by jazz, rock, and Brazilian music. His longtime lyricist, Hal David, offers unsentimental, often bittersweet lyrics. Leading the charge with her remarkable voice is the extraordinary singer, actress and Broadway star Marcy Harriell. The band reimagines iconic hits like "Walk on By", "I Say a Little Prayer" and "What the World Needs Now" with lush musical arrangements by Ethan Iverson.

"The Look of Love" follows the sensational success of the Beatles tribute "Pepperland"—another collaboration between Morris and Iverson that ran to sold-out houses at the Hop in 2019.

Mark Morris is a Montgomery Fellow and Hop Resident Artist. During his time on campus he will visit classes, have meals and discussions with students and faculty and explore campus resources to inspire future projects.

Performances:
Fri, Jan 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Jan 31 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.

A dancer-led masterclass will take place on the evening of January 29

Pre-Show Conversations:
Jan 30 at 6:30 p.m., Top of the Hop
on the artistic process behind The Look of Love.
Join artistic director Mark Morris and John Heginbotham, former company member and Director of the Dartmouth Dance Ensemble.

Jan 31 at 6:30 pm, Top of the Hop
on the music of Burt Bacharach.
Join composer Ethan Iverson and Professor Steve Swayne as they explore the legacy and musical brilliance of the iconic composer.

A dazzling dance tribute to the timeless songs of Burt Bacharach, bursting with joy and live music.

Longtime Hop friend Mark Morris brings the music of Bacharach to life with a wistful and heartfelt homage to the composer's chart-topping songs. As always with Morris' choreography, the music is live and the dance leaps from the stage.

A towering figure of popular music, Bacharach is known for his soaring melodies and unique orchestrations influenced by jazz, rock, and Brazilian music. His longtime lyricist, Hal David, offers unsentimental, often bittersweet lyrics. Leading the charge with her remarkable voice is the extraordinary singer, actress and Broadway star Marcy Harriell. The band reimagines iconic hits like "Walk on By", "I Say a Little Prayer" and "What the World Needs Now" with lush musical arrangements by Ethan Iverson.

"The Look of Love" follows the sensational success of the Beatles tribute "Pepperland"—another collaboration between Morris and Iverson that ran to sold-out houses at the Hop in 2019.

Mark Morris is a Montgomery Fellow and Hop Resident Artist. During his time on campus he will visit classes, have meals and discussions with students and faculty and explore campus resources to inspire future projects.

Performances:
Fri, Jan 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Jan 31 at 2 & 7:30 p.m.

A dancer-led masterclass will take place on the evening of January 29

Pre-Show Conversations:
Jan 30 at 6:30 p.m., Top of the Hop
on the artistic process behind The Look of Love.
Join artistic director Mark Morris and John Heginbotham, former company member and Director of the Dartmouth Dance Ensemble.

Jan 31 at 6:30 pm, Top of the Hop
on the music of Burt Bacharach.
Join composer Ethan Iverson and Professor Steve Swayne as they explore the legacy and musical brilliance of the iconic composer.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

THE WORLD IS NOT SILENT
by DON NGUYEN
directed by REBECCA WEAR
FEBRUARY 4 - 22, 2026

A father. A son. A lifetime of words unspoken. The World is Not Silent tells the funny and poignant story of Don, a first-generation Vietnamese American astrophotographer, and his father, Dau. Don grew up speaking English and never learned his father’s native Vietnamese, so when Dau begins to lose his hearing, their already fragile connection is tested further. Determined to bridge the gap, Don learns sign language, opening the door to a new way of understanding between them. The World is Not Silent explores the profound ways in which language can both divide and unite us, and how love finds a way to be heard.

Craft, move and parade to welcome the Year of the Horse!

Lunar New Year signifies the coming of spring and is celebrated around the globe in East Asian cultures. 2026 will be the Year of the Horse, symbolizing power, beauty and freedom.

Experience crafting, dance and tai chi and then join the parade with our 12-person puppet dragon around the Hop and the Dartmouth Green. Traditional gifts, candies and decorations enhance this celebration in the newly renovated Top of the Hop.

All are welcome for this free family event.
More information here