North End Music & Performing Arts Center

North End Music & Performing Arts Center Music education, theatre, dance, and community performances for all ages in Boston’s North End and Charlestown. Learn more at www.nempacboston.org/thenextact.

Rooted in the North End of Boston, NEMPAC's mission is to enrich lives through exceptional, accessible music education and performing arts programs that are as vibrant, diverse, and inclusive as our communities. The non-profit organization empowers artists of all ages and abilities between its community music school to its professional performing arts center. Most recently, the organization was aw

arded a building from the City of Boston and Mayor Walsh located at 50 Tileston Street and transformed this 18th-century historic building into a new NEMPAC Music Center, a state-of-the-art, public facility. A group of North End mothers founded NEMPAC in 2001 to create musical programming for their children. In 2004, the Robert White Foundation donated to NEMPAC their city-operated space located off the Prado (The Paul Revere Mall) In the North End. This space, consisting of 4 private music studios, a storage basement, and an office, is where we began to flourish. Today, we serve over 1,493 students per week through our education programs and partnerships, including the Boston Public Schools, the Charlestown Working Theater, Boston Festival Orchestra, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. Our concerts make the North End of Boston a destination for arts and culture. As we continue to grow as a Performing Arts Center, we want to ensure we engage our audiences with creative, quality, and innovative programming.

09/03/2026

🎻 North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) is hiring Strings Teaching Artists! Lead beginner violin, viola, or cello sectionals for our Grades 1–2 students at South End Village Academy.

Wednesdays, 3:30–4:30 PM | September–June
$60/hr, W-2
📍 South End, Boston
More details: https://www.hireculture.org/jobdetails.aspx?job_id=50243

If you love working with young musicians, email Director of Education and Programs, Morgan Flynn at [email protected]

🎻 Meet William Shipley, NEMPAC’s new Strings Director at South End Village Academy (SEVA)!We are thrilled to welcome Wil...
09/03/2026

🎻 Meet William Shipley, NEMPAC’s new Strings Director at South End Village Academy (SEVA)!

We are thrilled to welcome William to SEVA, one of NEMPAC’s school partner program sites. This year, he will introduce new students to the world of strings on Tuesdays and welcome back returning students on Wednesdays for another year of musical growth.

A violist, violinist, educator, and multi-instrumentalist, William brings an impressive breadth of performance and teaching experience to NEMPAC. Originally from Arkansas, he performed with orchestras and chamber ensembles and collaborated with artists including Stevie Wonder, Randy Newman, Smokey Robinson, and the Ying Quartet.

Since moving to Boston in 2018, William has maintained a busy teaching and performance career throughout Greater Boston. While viola is his specialty, you might also find him performing on violin—or exploring his talents as a saxophonist, bassoonist, banjo player, beat maker, and music producer!

🎶 We are excited to have William sharing his passion for music with our SEVA students this year!

09/02/2026

✨ Meet our Soirée student performers! ✨

This year’s Cabaret in the City stage will feature some very special performers—NEMPAC students Naia, Kai, Luke, Lucy, Laylah, Silvia, Anna, Sophia, and Una! 💙

Together, they’ll perform “You Will Be Found” from Dear Evan Hansen and “When I Grow Up” from Matilda as part of this year’s Soirée celebration.

These talented young performers were also part of a NEMPAC first this summer: our inaugural Summer Musical Theatre Troupe production program! In just three weeks, the students worked together to rehearse and put on an incredible 50-minute musical production 🎭🎶

We’re so proud of everything they accomplished and can’t wait to see them take the stage once again at Cabaret in the City on September 24!

Join us in celebrating our students and supporting the arts education programs that give young performers opportunities to learn, grow, collaborate, and shine.

🎟️ Tickets to the Soirée are on sale now—visit the link in our bio!

🎶 Come make music with us—for FREE!For more than 20 years, Laura D. DeGiacomo has brought music, movement, and plenty of...
09/01/2026

🎶 Come make music with us—for FREE!

For more than 20 years, Laura D. DeGiacomo has brought music, movement, and plenty of joy to NEMPAC’s youngest musicians through Family Music Makers. 💙

This September, families are invited to experience the program with Laura at one of our FREE drop-in classes! Sing, move, play, and discover the joy of making music together in a fun and welcoming environment.

📍 **North End**
September 9 | 10:30 AM
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999301699202?aff=oddtdtcreator

📍 **Charlestown Working Theater**
September 11 | 10:30 AM
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999303218747?aff=oddtdtcreator

👶 For children ages 6 months–4 years and their caregivers.

Whether you’re new to Family Music Makers or already know and love the program, come join Laura for a morning of music and play! 🎵

Parent/caregiver must attend with their child/children.

⏰ The countdown to fall is on! Registration for NEMPAC’s Fall 2026 classes and ensembles closes Monday, August 31.From f...
08/27/2026

⏰ The countdown to fall is on! Registration for NEMPAC’s Fall 2026 classes and ensembles closes Monday, August 31.

From first dance steps and first guitar chords to musical theatre, rock bands, and adult music classes, there are still opportunities to find your place at NEMPAC this fall 🎶
A few programs with openings include:

🩰 Family First Steps | Ages 18 months–3
Explore music, rhythm, movement, and play alongside your little one in this caregiver-and-me class.

🎭 Kids Musical Theatre Discovery | Ages 4–6
Act, sing, dance, and bring stories to life while building confidence and creativity.

🎸 Junior Guitar Explorers | Ages 6–8
A small-group introduction to guitar where complete beginners learn foundational skills, simple songs, and how to play together.

✨ Youth Musical Theatre Lab | Ages 8–12
Explore acting, vocals, choreography, musical theatre repertoire, and student-led creative work.

Plus, openings remain in select music, dance, musical theatre, ensemble, early childhood, and adult programs across the North End and Charlestown.

Don’t wait until the back-to-school rush—make your fall plans now! 🍂

Registration closes August 31. Visit the link in our bio to explore available Fall 2026 programs and register today.

Upcoming events at NEMPAC!Don't miss out on our fall registration. Deadline is 8/31!Open Mic Night is BACK at Boston Pub...
08/25/2026

Upcoming events at NEMPAC!

Don't miss out on our fall registration. Deadline is 8/31!

Open Mic Night is BACK at Boston Public Market on 9/11 at 6PM.

Our Annual Soirée returns on the Prado at 6PM on 9/24. Single tickets are now available for purchase. Head to the link in our bio to get yours! Or send us a DM.

✨ Experience Cabaret in the City ✨This year’s Soirée on the Prado is more than a fundraiser—it’s an unforgettable night ...
08/20/2026

✨ Experience Cabaret in the City ✨

This year’s Soirée on the Prado is more than a fundraiser—it’s an unforgettable night of music, glamour, and celebration in the heart of Boston’s North End.

Taking the stage are two incredible vocalists bringing the spirit of cabaret to life:

🎙️ Becca Allen — a New York-based mezzo-soprano bringing classical, theatrical, and cabaret artistry to favorites including Send in the Clowns, Maybe This Time, and Non, je ne regrette rien.

🎙️ Daon Drisdom — a tenor and New England Conservatory graduate whose dynamic artistry spans opera, jazz, spirituals, and the Black music repertoire, featuring Willkommen, September Song, and I Am What I Am.

New to cabaret? Think intimate live entertainment where music, storytelling, and personality come together to create something you won’t experience anywhere else ✨

And the night doesn’t end on the Prado. After the Soirée, join us at Mia Roof Deck for the official after-party with city views, drinks, and more time to celebrate.

Come for the cause. Stay for the cabaret. Keep the party going.

📅 Thursday, September 24
✨ Soirée | 6–9 PM | The Prado, North End
🥂 After-Party | 9–11 PM | Mia Roof Deck

Tickets are on sale now! Visit the link in our bio to join us for Cabaret in the City and support NEMPAC’s music and performing arts programming.

Celebrating the incredible accomplishments of NEMPAC’s summer Bloomberg Arts Interns, Christabell Rustrian and Beck Pete...
08/19/2026

Celebrating the incredible accomplishments of NEMPAC’s summer Bloomberg Arts Interns, Christabell Rustrian and Beck Peterson! 🎉💙

During their six-week internships, Christabell and Beck brought creativity, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas to our Education and Marketing teams. At the BAI celebration at MassArt, they showcased capstone projects focused on community engagement and social media marketing.

We’re so proud of all they accomplished—and grateful for the energy and ideas they brought to NEMPAC this summer! 🌟

Try Something NEW for FREE! 🎶✨NEMPAC is offering TWO free drop-in classes this month at Charlestown Working Theater! Com...
08/18/2026

Try Something NEW for FREE! 🎶✨

NEMPAC is offering TWO free drop-in classes this month at Charlestown Working Theater! Come get a taste of our exciting Fall programming:

💃 Family First Steps — a fun introduction to dance & movement for our littlest learners - https://bit.ly/3TV3YyK

🥁 PAC Recycled Beats — tweens and teens explore rhythm & creative sounds using everyday items like buckets and brooms! - https://bit.ly/3Si1KZx

Registration is FREE for both classes! 🎉 Come play, move, create, and discover what’s in store this Fall! Head to our website to learn more or send us a DM

Every great passion begins with discovery 💙 This fall, our Junior age group (6-8) have the opportunity to explore music...
08/13/2026

Every great passion begins with discovery 💙 This fall, our Junior age group (6-8) have the opportunity to explore music in supportive group settings where they can build confidence, discover new skills, and experience the joy of performing alongside their peers.

NEMPAC now offers three exciting classes for young musicians who are ready to learn, play, and collaborate!

🎶 Junior Instrument Explorers - Openings in the North End & Charlestown
A fun and supportive classroom environment where students will explore instrument families including brass, woodwind, and percussion while building basic rhythm, listening, and ensemble skills.

🎸 Junior Guitar Explorers - Openings in the North End & Charlestown
Designed especially for complete beginners, students will build confidence while learning basic guitar technique, rhythm patterns, note reading, listening skills, and musical coordination. Students are required to have access to a guitar for class and home practice.

🎤 Junior Voice Explorers - Openings in the North End & Charlestown
While exploring a variety of musical styles including Broadway, Disney, pop, and folk music, students will learn the basics of vocal technique and develop healthy vocal habits and foundational musicianship. This program is designed especially for beginners.

Spots are limited—learn more and register for fall programming today! Link in bio (or DM us!)

Tuition assistance will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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50 Tileston Street
Boston, MA
02113

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+1 617-227-2270

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