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The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is the premiere performing and visual arts venue in the
Chelmsford area. Offering a variety of programming such as classes, clubs, theater, concerts,
private events and much, much more!
THE CCA IS THE PLACE TO PLAY!
WHAT'S NEW AT THE CCA

The Playground Theatre Co.'s Fourth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
June 5th, 6th and 7th in the auditorium. Tickets on sale now!

The Joy of Paint
A monthly single-session painting class, led by Trina Teele.
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!

Summer Shakespeare Workshop
No tights, no tunics, no auditions! Learn the foundations of classical acting and ensemble performance in this 6-week workshop led by theatre artist Shaun Miskell.

Auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Presented by The Playground Theatre Co.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.

Icons of New England: Gallery Installation
Open now through June 25th!

Seeking Local Music Directors for Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas!
The Playground Theatre Co. is seeking local music directors for their holiday TYA musical, Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas, at the CCA!
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.

We've updated our rental application process!
Now you can submit a private rental inquiry directly through our website. Visit our Rentals & Bookings page to learn more about our rental offerings.

The Arts in Action Podcast
Episode 46 of our podcast –
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.

The Playground Theatre Co.'s Fourth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
June 5th, 6th and 7th in the auditorium. Tickets on sale now!

The Joy of Paint
A monthly single-session painting class, led by Trina Teele.
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!

Summer Shakespeare Workshop
No tights, no tunics, no auditions! Learn the foundations of classical acting and ensemble performance in this 6-week workshop led by theatre artist Shaun Miskell.

Auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Presented by The Playground Theatre Co.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.

Icons of New England: Gallery Installation
Open now through June 25th!

Seeking Local Music Directors for Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas!
The Playground Theatre Co. is seeking local music directors for their holiday TYA musical, Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas, at the CCA!
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.

We've updated our rental application process!
Now you can submit a private rental inquiry directly through our website. Visit our Rentals & Bookings page to learn more about our rental offerings.

The Arts in Action Podcast
Episode 46 of our podcast –
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.

The Playground Theatre Co.'s Fourth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
June 5th, 6th and 7th in the auditorium. Tickets on sale now!

The Joy of Paint
A monthly single-session painting class, led by Trina Teele.
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!

Summer Shakespeare Workshop
No tights, no tunics, no auditions! Learn the foundations of classical acting and ensemble performance in this 6-week workshop led by theatre artist Shaun Miskell.

Auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Presented by The Playground Theatre Co.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.

Icons of New England: Gallery Installation
Open now through June 25th!

Seeking Local Music Directors for Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas!
The Playground Theatre Co. is seeking local music directors for their holiday TYA musical, Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas, at the CCA!
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.

We've updated our rental application process!
Now you can submit a private rental inquiry directly through our website. Visit our Rentals & Bookings page to learn more about our rental offerings.

The Arts in Action Podcast
Episode 46 of our podcast –
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.

The Playground Theatre Co.'s Fourth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
June 5th, 6th and 7th in the auditorium. Tickets on sale now!

The Joy of Paint
A monthly single-session painting class, led by Trina Teele.
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!
Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st. Few spots remain!

Summer Shakespeare Workshop
No tights, no tunics, no auditions! Learn the foundations of classical acting and ensemble performance in this 6-week workshop led by theatre artist Shaun Miskell.

Auditions for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Presented by The Playground Theatre Co.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.
Auditions June 7th and 8th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm, performances October 16th – 18th. Seeking actors 18+.

Icons of New England: Gallery Installation
Open now through June 25th!

Seeking Local Music Directors for Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas!
The Playground Theatre Co. is seeking local music directors for their holiday TYA musical, Santi and Perch: Countdown to Christmas, at the CCA!
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.
Rehearsals begin in September, with 2 - 3 rehearsals per week, in the evenings/on weekends at the CCA.
Tech week: December 7th - 10th. Performances: December 11th - 13th, 2026.
Must be able to accompany rehearsals and performances on piano. Will be working with children and adults, so experience working with children is a plus! Stipend pay provided upon closing.
Interested? Email lcochran@chelmsfordma.gov for more info.

We've updated our rental application process!
Now you can submit a private rental inquiry directly through our website. Visit our Rentals & Bookings page to learn more about our rental offerings.

The Arts in Action Podcast
Episode 46 of our podcast –
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.
OUT NOW!
The Arts in Action
Hosted by Lauren Cochran and Timmy Chase
Available now on all streaming platforms!
Produced in association with Chelmsford Telemedia.
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